Candidate for
Member, City Council; City of Salinas; Council District 5

LOCAL ROOTS, UNDERSTANDING

Kimbley grew up on the Monterey Peninsula, graduated from Carmel High School and Monterey Peninsula College before receiving her Bachelor of Science in Criminology from the University of La Verne. She also graduated from MPC's Police Academy, receiving full P.O.S.T. certification to become a police officer in the state of California, graduating as the only female in the top 10 of her class. While in college, Kimbley had dual internships with L.A. County Sheriffs Office, and as a morning show intern with Rick Dees on KIIS-FM, a Top 40 radio station in Los Angeles.

PERSISTENT PENINSULA PROFESSIONAL, ENTREPRENEUR, BUSINESS LEADER

After living in Los Angeles for four years, Kimbley keenly returned to Monterey County, to live and work in the beautiful area where she grew up. Locally, she spent 8 years in advertising for Clear Channel radio and Hearst Argyle Television. Additionally, she was the Media Director for Anda Burghardt Advertising, where she was the media planner for large hotels and resorts in the area, as well as local colleges and a healthcare facility. In 2009, Kimbley launched her own media agency, K. Craig Media, with the business mission of maintaining the highest integrity and commitment to her community. Collectively in her career, Kimbley has worked with more than 80 peninsula businesses to support their development plans with marketing counsel and knowledge of the local landscape.

COMMITTED COMMUNITY SERVANT

Kimbley has balanced her progressive career with an unwavering commitment to Salinas. She is a Past President of the Salinas Jaycees, a service organization which - after she elevated the chapter's position to No. 1 in California - earned her national acclaim when nominated for the highest United States Jaycees honor, the Charles Kulp Award for Excellence in Leadership. She later served two terms as Vice President of the California Jaycees in Marketing and Membership. Kimbley is on the Salinas Rodeo Committee, and has held positions on the Board of Directors for the Salinas Valley Chamber of Commerce, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Monterey County, Heart & Sole 10K Race. Currently, she emcees the Salinas Valley Half Marathon, is a volunteer driver for ITN Monterey County, a driving service for seniors and low-vision residents. She is a founder of Monterey Bay Derby Dames, a local non-profit organizational women's roller derby team for the Monterey Peninsula, and is tracing her roots through the Daughters of the American Revolution Santa Lucia Chapter. She is a leadership trainer to local boards of directors on fiscal management, community outreach, and proper meeting procedures. She is widely recognized by her organizations for her ability to mobilize resources and volunteers. Additionally, Kimbley is a graduate of Leadership Salinas Valley, and then returned in subsequent years to train the group on its Media and Public Relations class. She was also part of the team that developed and implemented the Mt. Toro Continuation High School Career Day, which launched into a multi-year successful event for the school. Kimbley also enjoys her memberships with the Monterey County Young Professionals Group and the Junior League of Monterey County where she has held chairperson positions with Impact and Project Development. Currently, while on City Council, Mayor Joe Gunter has Kimbley appointed to 9 sub-committees, which include:

• Transportation Agency of Monterey County (Vice Chair)
• TAMC Executive Committee
• Monterey County Convention & Visitors Bureau
• Salinas Police Athletic League (PAL)
• TAMC Rail Policy Committee
• Finance Committee
• Marketing Committee
• Economic Development Committee
• Rodeo Committee

Kimbley's diverse sense of commitment to her community spans over her lifetime, showing a deep-seated passion and course for continued activism. Best known for her ability to motivate, sound judgment, direct approach, sense of humor and level-headed decision-making, Kimbley continues to move her business forward successfully, and maintains the highest integrity in her dedication to Salinas.