Business Community Leaders
The Lincoln Club Business League
Where businesses flourish, communities prosper. The Lincoln Club Business League fuels economic growth by backing business-friendly candidates and initiatives.
A Community of Pro-Business Leaders
About Us
We’re a pro-business nonprofit organization
- Serving San Diego County's businesses and citizens
- Supporting the right candidates and causes
- Fighting for the Community
Lincoln Club members are business, economic and political leaders who engage with elected officials and support impactful campaigns. If you believe in lower taxes, less regulation and a better quality of life, join us.
The Lincoln Club
Upcoming Events
Impact After Hours with Richard Bailey
Jan 28 • 5:30pm to 7:30pm
Join us for Impact After Hours, a Lincoln Club speaker series featuring Richard Bailey, for a candid conversation about leadership, accountability, and why local engagement matters more than ever. Please contact Dena Cruden, at Dena@SDLincolnClub.com.
Members-Only Briefing: The Case for Voter ID in California
Feb 3 • 11am to 12pm PST
California’s election system is facing growing scrutiny, and a major voter ID proposal is moving toward the 2026 ballot. Join Lincoln Club members for a private Zoom briefing with Julie Luckey, of Californians for Voter ID, to hear how this effort is being built, why voter confidence is eroding, and what this initiative could change.
Ed Musgrove for Senate Fundraiser
February 19 · 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Please join The Lincoln Club Business League and Special Guest Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones for a Fundraising Reception to support Musgrove in Senate.
Hosted By: Mayor John Minto, Mayor Bill Wells, Justin Schlaefli, Tom Tamar, Christine Lamarca, & Sam Mcgovern. Please RSVP To Dena Cruden at Dena@Highland-Illuminate.com Call Or Text: (858) 925-3174
MISSION
To create a thriving business climate
in San Diego
The Lincoln Club Business League understands that it is essential to foster innovation, support entrepreneurship and invest in sustainable infrastructure. By streamlining regulations, expanding access to capital and strengthening public-private partnerships, the city can attract diverse industries and talent.
Meet Our Team
Club Officers

Scott Bedingfield
Chairman

Susie Baumann
First Vice-Chair

Vidal Espinoza
Treasurer

Darrin Mroz
Secretary
Club Staff

Hon. Kevin Faulconer
President & CEO

Hon. Brian Pepin
Political Director

Kaila Weedman
Operations Director

Kaylie Sadlon
Events & Programming

Dena Cruden
Membership Recruitment

Sioban Downing
Operations Staff