PCC Foundation's New Board Members

Ralph Frammolino

is the founder of PivotHound Communications, LLC, a Pulitzer Prize finalist, published author, and former investigative reporter of the Los Angeles Times. He is also a member of the Northwest Commission where he advocates for the traditionally underrepresented fifth district. Although he is a Michigan State Alumnus, he has become quite a fan of PCC over the years, calling it an “incredible place that makes Pasadena above other cities.”

Ralph wants to continue celebrating the success stories of students and keep the synergistic energy of the college alive. “PCC is such a key piece of getting into a four-year college. No matter the (student’s) background, they can shoot for the stars.”

A Ryan Newman

is the current CCO/COO at Poplar Forest Capital where she serves as an investment adviser in Pasadena. Some of her hobbies include going on walks with friends, swimming and doing yoga at the aquatics center. With a motivation to get to work and a quality-over- quantity mindset, she plans on using her role as a board member to deliver something impactful for students. PCC is near and dear to her heart because one of her twin sons attended the college. PCC allowed him to grow at his own pace and served as a safe space for him to test the waters before moving on to a four-year university after graduation.

She is no stranger to sitting on a board. Previously, Ryan sat on the Parent Board at Mayfield Junior, Flintridge Prep, Maranatha, and Claremont McKenna College. Her goal of getting the community involved and interested will help students get the higher education they deserve. She believes “we all have a role in financially supporting education beyond high school.”