Meet Our Team
Executive Committee
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Chapter Vice Chair
Andre Molga
Hey there, I'm Andre! I was born and raised in South Orange County, and I initially joined Surfrider while studying at UC Berkeley. I love to surf, and I joined Surfrider SOC because I want to give back to our local beaches and ocean, as they have given so much to me. Outside of surfing, I love traveling and listening to music. You can find me at concerts and festivals across California. I'm looking forward to meeting you at the next event!
Executive Committee
Chapter Secretary
Ryan Wilson
Aviation executive, private pilot, and longtime San Clemente resident, Ryan brings over 16 years of leadership in elite, high-performance environments to his role as Chapter Secretary for the Surfrider Foundation’s SOC Chapter. As a business owner and AGM at ACI Jet at John Wayne Airport, Ryan has built a career managing teams that perform at the highest level in the industry. Rooted in a deep connection to the outdoors, Ryan is an avid surfer and backcountry explorer. He brings strategic insight, operational excellence, and a deep respect for nature to every initiative—and he believes that protecting the coastline is not just an environmental choice, but a personal responsibility.
Executive Committee
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Events Coordinator
Jennifer Johnson
Jennifer has been a member of Surfrider Foundation for over 30 years, most notably serving as a core volunteer working to Save Trestles. As a teacher, Jennifer’s dedication to education continues outside of the classroom, as she enjoys coordinating and leading local events, talking to members of the community, and helping others learn how they can help protect our oceans and beaches. Jennifer relishes in learning about the world around her through travel, nature, outdoor adventures, live music, and time spent with family and friends.
Core Volunteer
Ocean Friendly Restaurants Coordinator
Stella Mulholland
Stella Mulholland, is a ProStart Certified Level II Chef in the Culinary and Hospitality Conservatory at OCSA. A San Clemente native, Stella was raised near the salty shores of Trestles and T-Street. As such, she is passionate about sustainability and aquatic environmentalism. Coming from a strong culinary background, Stella desires to combine her passion for marine conservation with her culinary background to help create aquatically mindful and environmentally friendly restaurants. As the Ocean Friendly Restaurants Coordinator, Stella aims to raise awareness about sustainable practices to help combat single-use plastic consumption and pollution, and to preserve beaches and aquatic environments along the Southern California coast.
Core Volunteer
Ocean Friendly Gardens Coordinator
Parisa Brumand
I hold a B.Sc. in Agricultural Engineering and an M.Sc. in Management Information Systems. I am passionate about nature-based solutions and environmental sustainability, focusing on sustainable landscaping and stormwater management. Motivated by Surfrider Foundation's Ocean Friendly Gardens program, I promote practices that protect clean water and support resilient ecosystems.
I am enthusiastic about designing drought-tolerant landscapes with native plants, implementing water-efficient irrigation systems, and incorporating features like bioswales to reduce runoff and enhance biodiversity. Through continuous learning and community engagement, I aim to reduce the environmental impact of landscape maintenance.
Core Volunteer
Core Volunteer
Matt Johnson
Born and raised in South Orange County, Matt developed a deep love for the ocean at an early age. As a grom, he spent his days exploring beaches from Laguna to Baja. After graduating from San Diego State University, his passion for adventure led him to Central America, where he immersed himself in the region’s waves and local culture.
Back in the States, Matt dove into the surf/skate/snow industry, working in sports marketing and crisscrossing the country in a whirlwind of events and promotions. Eventually, he pivoted to a more grounded role—teaching high school, a career he's proudly pursued for the past 23 years.
When he's not grading essays, Matt can be found surfing, snowboarding, biking, hanging with his dog, traveling with his wife, or donating a large portion of his paycheck to live music.
As a core volunteer, Matt brings more than just a name to the list—he blends decades of teaching experience with a lifelong passion for the ocean. He thrives on community engagement and is always ready to educate, advocate, and inspire others to protect and conserve our coastal environments.