District Governor Line

Dianne Crawford, District Governor 

Dianne joined Rotary in 1997 and is a proud member of the Rotary Club of Southeast San Diego where she has served as Club President, Board Director & Secretary. She has served as a member of District 5340’s Leadership Team for 16 District Governors in a variety of positions including Assistant Governor, Membership Chair, Strategic Planning Chair, Club Service Chair, New Club Development Representative, District Training Resource, Foundation Specialist and as a facilitator for the Rotary Leadership Institute and President Elect Training (PET’s).
In her first District role as an Assistant Governor, she learned how she could use her professional experience in Sales & Business Management as opportunity to serve.  Her unique and creative approach to business, expertise in training & organization development, interpersonal skills along with her enthusiasm for “all things Rotary” has helped her make significant contributions that have improved District programs and club support.  She has received multiple awards for her Rotary service including 2010/2011 District Rotarian of the Year for her contributions to district membership growth and key role in the formation of new clubs.
 
Dianne grew up in Connecticut and move to San Diego in 1979 when her husband Michael transferred to complete his last year of service in the Navy. Her son Regis and grandson Kingston are her pride & joy. She loves spending time with them and visiting her family at home on the island of St. Martin in the Caribbean as often as possible. 

 

Luis R. Carranza, District Governor Elect
Born in Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico, Luis moved to San Diego, California, at age 7 and later became a U.S. Citizen. His early life was shaped by a passion for music, traveling extensively as a member of the San Diego Youth Symphony, and volunteering at Grossmont Hospital.  He studied Economics at the University of California San Diego.
Luis embarked on a successful career in the mortgage industry, where he's excelled for over 20 years. However, he yearned for a deeper sense of purpose, a way to make a meaningful impact on the world. This led him to Rotary, where he joined the Rancho Santa Fe Rotary Club in 2004.
Rotary's core values of Service Above Self, Integrity, and Fellowship profoundly resonated with Luis. He embraced these principles, serving as President of the Rancho Santa Fe Rotary Club, where he focused on member engagement, community outreach, and supporting local businesses.  He also chaired the club's prestigious Taste of Rancho Santa Fe fundraiser, raising over $500,000 for charitable causes.
As Assistant Governor for District 5340, Luis guided and supported clubs in Kearny Mesa, Southeast San Diego, Mission Valley, Rancho Santa Fe, Del Mar, Solana Beach, Del Mar, San Diego Downtown Evening & Encinitas, culminating in two clubs being recognized as "Best Club of the Year." He also chaired the Rotary Foundation District Seminar and the "Disco Inferno" event, fostering a deeper understanding of Rotary's global impact.
As he prepares to serve as District Governor in 2025-2026, Luis emphasizes a "back to basics" approach. He believes in strengthening the core of Rotary:
  • Renewing our commitment to Service Above Self: Focusing on meaningful local and international projects that address critical community needs.
  • Reinvigorating Fellowship: Creating vibrant and inclusive club environments that foster genuine connections and friendships.
  • Re-energizing Membership: Attracting and retaining passionate individuals who share Rotary's values and are eager to make a difference.
By returning to these fundamental principles, Luis aims to inspire Rotarians throughout the district to achieve even greater impact and create a lasting legacy of service.
 

Jeb Bakke, District Governor Nominee 

Jeb originally joined Poway Rotary Club (now Poway Scripps) in 1991, where he served in various offices and avenues of service. He moved to the Rancho Bernardo Sunrise club in 1994 where he was also active in a variety of capacities. He took a leave of absence to raise his young family, while keeping in touch with the many relationships he formed through Rotary. He returned to Rotary in 2017 to RB Sunrise where he served as President in 2020-21. He has served the district as International Service Chair from 2021-23 and was an assistant governor for Area 15 that serves both the Paradise Valley and Sweetwater Rotary clubs as well as four active Rotaract clubs - D5340 of SDSU, UCSD, Pacific Beach and City Heights. Jeb is Paul Harris +4 and a Benefactor, a member of the Paul Harris society and a member of the Polio Plus Society. 

He grew up in Denver, Colorado as the eldest of five boys. He was active in sports, service clubs and singing at Cherry Creek High School and the University of Colorado, graduating in 1983 with a BS in Finance and Real Estate. He has been married to his wife Evan for over 35 years and has three grown children.  He enjoys golf, exercising and sports.

Jeb has been an award winning, successful commercial real estate broker in San Diego with CBRE, Inc. since 1984. His team has been involved in many recognizable, high-profile, ground-up office developments and represented many large, well-known tenants in Southern CA, other states and countries.
 

 

District Governor Nominee Designate 
Michael Brunker is a distinguished leader and active member of the greater San Diego community, known for his decades-long dedication to service, youth empowerment, and community development. He has been a Rotarian since 1994, serving in various leadership roles, including Club President (2023-2024), Assistant Governor for District 5340 in Area 1 (since 2024), and numerous committee positions within Rotary Club #33. Michael’s vision has energized and inspired the San Diego Rotary community, leading to significant achievements such as the development of the "Re-Imagine San Diego Rotary Strategic Plan," welcoming thirty new members, raising over $155,000 in an Annual Auction, distributing $225,000 through local and global grants, and receiving a $400,000 grant to support those programs. 
 
Michael’s leadership extended beyond Rotary, having served as Executive Director Emeritus of the Jackie Robinson Family YMCA for over 20 years. He was instrumental in raising $34 million for the YMCA’s redevelopment, fostering crucial partnerships with organizations such as Major League Baseball, the San Diego Padres, and the state of California. His efforts culminated in the dedication of a basketball gymnasium named in his honor at the JRYMCA, a testament to his transformative impact on the community.
 
As an advocate for youth sports, Michael has supported student-athletes through his leadership as Governor of the 15,000+ member Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Pacific Southwest District since 1987. He also played a vital role in founding the San Diego Regional Police Athletic League in 1988. His contributions have been recognized with numerous awards, including the San Diego Rotary’s Mr. San Diego Award (2019), the YMCA of San Diego County's Martin Luther King Jr. Human Dignity Award, and the UAAMAC Lifetime Achievement Award.
 
In addition to his work with youth, Michael has built strong connections within the San Diego community, serving on advisory boards such as the San Diego State University President’s Enrollment Management Advisory Council, San Diego Gas and Electric Community Advisory Board, San Diego Union-Tribune Community Advisory Board and The Tuesday Group/Lucky Duck Foundation.
 
Michael's life reflects the Rotary motto, “Service Above Self,” as his actions consistently aim to better the lives of others, especially underserved youth and families. His leadership, both within Rotary and the wider San Diego community, exemplifies his commitment to making a lasting impact.