“I joined the Culinary Angels Board because the mission feels both practical and deeply human. When someone is facing cancer, a thoughtfully prepared meal can be more than food — it can be comfort, relief, dignity, and a reminder that their community is standing with them.”

Venkat Memula is a longtime Livermore resident, nonprofit volunteer leader, and former Apple executive with more than 27 years of experience leading teams, programs, operations, and organizational change. He currently serves as Board Chair of CISV USA, where he focuses on governance, strategy, volunteer support, and strengthening nonprofit systems. Venkat is passionate about helping mission-driven organizations become more effective and sustainable, and he is honored to support Culinary Angels as it provides healing, nutrient-rich meals to cancer patients and their caregivers across the Tri-Valley.