New co-owner of V&R Associates, Thalia Hagopian, got elected to join the executive decision-making board of a local San Diego non-profit.

On February 4th, a formal community meeting voted for the 2024 executive board members and positions to manage the St. Sarkis Armenian Church, located in Del Mar.

Thalia earned the top votes to be elected into the executive board, called the Parish Council, and is one of the youngest known members to get elected into such governing body.

This board consist of 13 individuals who will volunteer for the next 1-2 years to manage all vital campus operations, growth objectives, community events, funding, marketing, and outreach.

On February 25th, all elected members had a small ceremony during the Sunday service to be sworn and blessed into this honorable position.

The responsibility to be part of this executive board is not taken lightly and is seen as a self-less act of dedication towards the community.

An elected member’s term is determined based of how many votes one receives. The higher the votes, the longer the term. Thalia’s term consists of a 2-year period (maximum possible) and will end in February of 2026.

Thalia claims she will be dedicating her efforts into the church’s marketing, PR, and growth objectives to increase community engagement and long-term involvement.

She stresses how important it is to remain close to her roots and enhance the Armenian community locally.

Our team congratulates Thalia for this respectful title and wishes her the best of luck!