Board of Directors
Richard Lysaght
President
Richard has over 35 years of Executive Management experience in Service, Operations, Product Management, Marketing and Sales. He retired from Siemens Enterprise Communications in 2013 as the Director of Sales Operations for North America. He then joined a local Pleasanton Company: RS Calibration Services Inc. where he ran Field Operations and then as Vice President of Sales and Marketing completing his business career in 2017.
Throughout his working life, Richard has made an ongoing commitment to contribute his time and efforts to volunteer in the local community including: Coaching Youth Sports, Tournament Director for Pleasanton baseball and soccer Leagues, Site Council Chair in Pleasanton School District, Cub Scout Steering Committee and Career Counseling.
His passion is helping our neighbors in need. He and his family have been blessed over the years and he believes we are here on this earth to make a positive difference in the lives of those less fortunate. He has been active in support of Special Olympics, Feed My Starving Children, Drivers for Survivors, Convoy of Hope and Operation Cranberry Sauce. He is pleased to be now engaged in making Goodness Village a successful endeavor to provide a Fresh Start for the Homeless in our community.
Robert Carling
Vice President
Bob and his wife, Sue, moved to Livermore in 1976 after Bob completed his PhD in chemistry at The University of Michigan. He joined Sandia National Labs as a bench chemist and worked for Sandia for 38 years, retiring as the Director of the Combustion Research Facility in 2014. Sue taught school in Livermore for many years. They raised three sons and have seven grandchildren.
In 2016, Bob was elected to the Livermore City Council and reelected in 2020. During his tenure on city council, Bob focused on homelessness, climate change, and equity and inclusion. He now serves on the boards for Interfaith Housing and SPARC theater and is a member of the Alameda County Measure A Citizen Oversight Committee.
Manny Konher
Treasurer
Manny is honored to serve on the board as Treasurer for Goodness Village and is passionate about supporting the mission, and caring for the community.
He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Finance from San Diego State University and brings nearly two decades of experience in corporate financial planning. Throughout his career, he has overseen financial statements, budgets, and forecasts, while developing audit and compliance processes that promote strong financial stewardship. His work has also included partnering with international teams to build strategic plans and manage capital investments across diverse industries, including commercial airlines, consumer products manufacturing, pharmacy, and retail.
He holds an MBA from California State University, East Bay, with an emphasis in IT Management. His graduate research also focused on small business and large enterprise operations. He currently works in data management at the Ross Stores, Inc. corporate headquarters in Dublin, supporting systems for associates, store locations, and distribution centers.
Manny and his family reside in the Tri-Valley. He is an active member of CrossWinds Church, where he has led small groups, volunteered in various ministries, and previously served on the church board for seven years. He is grateful for the opportunity to be involved and encourages others to make a positive impact.
Ranon Lanners
Secretary
Ranon Lanners is a proud first-generation Cambodian American and Bay Area native, and is a dedicated wife and mother to two beautiful daughters. With over 14 years of experience in real estate, she brings a deep commitment to treating people with fairness and respect. Having weathered the challenges of the 2008 housing crash, Ranon understands the profound impact of financial hardship.
During her own home search in 2021, Ranon and her family found their home in Livermore. She is passionate about fostering loving and inclusive communities and has actively supported Goodness Village as a volunteer and sponsor. Ranon is honored to serve as a board member, continuing her advocacy for positive change and permanent housing.
In her spare time, she enjoys fiddling on the ukulele, baking, RV glamping, and doing sporty activities.
Brian Metcalf
Finance Committee
Brian has been a dedicated husband to his lovely wife for over 19 years and father of two teenage boys. He’s a Licensed Architect with KTGY Architecture and Planning in Oakland Ca for the past 12 years and has over 28 years of experience in various forms of residential architecture. Brian has been attending CrossWinds for over 20 years and has involved in several volunteer projects including Day of Hope and Operation Cranberry Sauce.
He has a strong desire to put his passions to work for those in dire need of shelter and community. He looks forward to the friendships and opportunities Goodness Village can provide our un-housed neighbors.
Maria Quezada-Lockridge
Board Members Emeritus
Leslie Konher
Board Member Emeritus
Treasurer
Leslie Konher has over 13 years of experience in the biotechnology industry. Currently, she is a Senior Scientist working on process developments for clinical therapeutics. She serves as the Career & Leadership Development co-Lead for the Women’s Leadership Initiative (WLI). She organizes the Conversation with Woman Leader Series, connecting WLI members and industry leaders to advance professional growth.
Leslie has been a part of Crosswinds Church for over 7 years, where she has led small groups and volunteered within various ministries. Leslie co-founded the Crosswinds Welcome Wagon, which strives to engage first time guests and connect them with available resources. She has a passion for creating a welcoming experience for all that attend. As a Board Member for Goodness Village, she has a focus to create a community of inclusion and acceptance.
Lisa Brown
Board Member Emeritus
Event Planning Committee Chair
Former President, 2022-2024
Lisa Brown is a native Californian who has always been deeply committed to community service. Lisa’s professional experience includes work in interior design and finance. But her passion has truly been rooted in volunteerism. Lisa has previously served on the Board of Directors for the Livermore Valley Winegrowers Association and the ValleyCare Charitable Foundation and she is currently a Director for the Museum on Main. As a volunteer she has also been active with Agape Villages Foster Families, Relay for Life and many others. Lisa and her husband Randy have been married since 1982 and she is a proud mom of three children and devoted grandma to two granddaughters and one grandson.