Suzanne Shenfil was inducted into the Business & Professions category in 2010.
Director of the City of Fremont Human Services Department for more than 30 years, Suzanne Shenfil is a tenacious and fierce advocate for the most vulnerable populations in Southern Alameda County. She was integral in the establishment of the Fremont Family Resource Center, bringing together 27 agencies serving individuals and families. Other programs she helped establish include the 'Pathways to Positive Aging' and the 'Community Ambassadors' Program for seniors. A genuine believer in collaboration, Suzanne sits on several committees seeking to improve services throughout Alameda County - working to improve mental health services and programs for the homeless.