Chief Executive, Valley Presbyterian Hospital
Gustavo Valdespino has served as chief executive of Valley Presbyterian Hospital in Van Nuys since 2009. He is also the board chair of Sacramento-based Private Essential Access Community Hospital, which operates a network of safety net hospitals throughout the state. Valdespino is also a board member of the Hospital Association of Southern California.
First job: Newspaper route
Favorite charity or cause: Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
Favorite hobby or pastime: Sporting events and concerts
Favorite restaurant for fun: Chinois
Favorite quote: “Solve not a problem before its time.”