Micheline La Mont Welcomed as Community Relationships Manager

We are very pleased to announce that Micheline La Mont has begun work with First Church as our new Community Relationships Manager. “Mich” will be in charge of First Church’s events calendar and venue rentals, assisting our 18 Community Partners and the public with use of space at First Church. She will also lead our weekly communications effort, overseeing the weekly newsletter, email and social media.

Mich is a San Francisco native who has lived in the Bay Area for most of her life, residing in Oakland since 1989. Micheline thrives on the pulse of the East Bay, enjoying cycling in the hills, hiking, attending community events, and gardening.

As Community Relationships Manager, Mich brings more than 35 years of experience in the marketing and public relations space to First Church. She graduated from San Jose State University with a bachelor’s degree in public relations and a minor in business. Micheline lives with her husband, Edwin and her pets near Lake Merritt. Her daughter, Veronica, lives in Seattle.

Chris Weber will continue in his role as Chair of First Church’s Buildings & Grounds Committee and will assist Mich in transitioning into this new role.