Board of Directors

CAAM’s State Board of Directors is appointed by the Governor of California and is responsible for overseeing the museum, approving budgets, and shaping the overall vision of the institution. The members of the Board have long-standing leadership roles as thought leaders in their professional and cultural communities. Board meetings are open to the public.

State Board of Directors

• Todd Hawkins, President 
• Zna Portlock Houston, Vice President 
• Cornelious Burke, Jr. 
• Terri Holoman 
• V. Joy Simmons
• Paul Henderson

Ex-Officio State Board Members

• Lola Smallwood-Cuevas, 28th Senate District  
• Sade Elhawary, State Assembly 57th District

2026 Board Meeting and Agendas

January 16, 2026 (Friday) - Regular Board Meeting (10:00 am - 11:30 am -CAAM Conference Center) - click here for agenda

February 20, 2026 (Friday) - Regular Board Meeting (10:00 am - 11:30 am -CAAM Conference Center) - click here for agenda

March 20, 2026 (Friday) - Regular Board Meeting (10:00 am - 11:30 am -CAAM Conference Center) - click here for agenda

April 17, 2026 (Friday) - Regular Board Meeting (10:00 am - 11:30 am -CAAM Conference Center) - click here for agenda

May 15, 2026 (Friday) - Regular Board Meeting (10:00 am - 11:30 am -CAAM Conference Center) - click here for agenda