Shiz Kobara: Shiz and his wife, Kathy, are long-time Temple members whose adult daughter, Kelsi, attended Dharma School through high school. Shiz has held numerous leadership positions at the Temple, serving as Obon Chair, Car Show Chair, Capital Campaign Committee member, Board member, and Temple President. Several years ago, Shiz introduced his miso salmon recipe to the Obon menu, which remains one of the Obon's most popular dishes!

Scott Lew: Scott and his wife, Angie, joined the Temple several years ago when their children (now in 7th and 11th grade) started Dharma School. Scott has served as a Board member, Temple Auditor, Jr. YBA advisor, Finance Committee member, weekly gardening group volunteer, and Medaka Board Temple Liaison. Scott can always be counted on to lend a strong, helping hand.

JoAnn McLennan: JoAnn is a long-time Temple member who first began attending services when her children were young Dharma School students. Over the years, she has held numerous leadership roles, including Obon Food Chair, Religious Chair, 2nd Vice President, Dharma School Teacher and Superintendent, Endowment Committee member, and Board member. JoAnn’s experience provides her with broad operational knowledge of the Temple.

Eric Quock: Eric has served the Temple in many leadership roles, including Obon Chair, Car Show Chair, 1st Vice President, Board member, and Temple President. Additionally, he has organized several Temple events and fundraisers, such as the on-site Stanford Blood Drive and community watch parties. He and his wife, Cathy, are long-time members whose two adult children attended Dharma School through high school. Eric is known for his positivity, enthusiasm and creative ideas.

Janice Styles: Janice served as the Temple Office Manager for 10 years before retiring in April 2026. Her attention to detail and diligence ensured that the Temple's day-to-day operations ran smoothly, and she implemented several procedures that increased efficiency and accuracy. She and her husband, Don, are long-time Temple members. Janice will bring a unique perspective to Board discussions and activities.