Melanie Rivera Appointed Manager of Sonora Community Estates

Central California Conference is pleased to announce that Melanie Rivera has accepted the call to serve as Manager of Sonora Community Estates, following action taken by the Executive Committee last month. Her appointment will become effective on February 8, 2026.

Melanie Rivera brings more than 27 years of administrative experience, including 15 years in executive leadership, with extensive expertise in financial management, operations, human resources, compliance, and property oversight. She currently serves as Treasurer and Business Manager at Newbury Park Adventist Academy, where she oversees budgeting, financial reporting, HR and payroll, campus operations, safety, and facilities management—while modeling Christian stewardship and servant leadership.

Her professional background also includes executive leadership in senior living administration and administrative leadership within Adventist education, with a demonstrated record of strategic planning, operational improvement, and mission-centered resource stewardship. Melanie is widely respected for her integrity, organizational leadership, and commitment to faith-based service.

In her new role, Melanie will provide leadership and oversight for Sonora Community Estates, supporting its mission through responsible management, operational excellence, and alignment with the values and objectives of the Central California Conference.

We invite the Central California Conference family to join us in welcoming Melanie Rivera and to keep her in prayer as she begins this new phase of service.

Written by Justin Kim