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
Lincoln Club Fall 2026 New Member Luncheon
Sept 23 • 12 - 1 pm
This semi-annual luncheon is open to new Lincoln Club Members.
Lincoln Club Business League New Member Luncheon
Questions? Please contact Dena Cruden from our Membership Team at Dena@LincolnClubSD.com.
Lincoln Club Fall 2026 New Member Luncheon
Sept 24 • 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Meet Lincoln Club-endorsed candidates and connect with members and prospective members at our East County Social.
Politics is better in person.
Join us at Giardino Restaurant for the Lincoln Club East County Social, a relaxed evening bringing together Lincoln Club-endorsed candidates, members, and prospective members from across the region.
Members and prospective members are welcome. Advance registration is required.
Questions about membership? Please contact Dena Cruden, at Dena@LincolnClubSD.com.
Lincoln Club Winter 2026 New Member Luncheon
Dec 02 • 12 - 1 pm
This semi-annual luncheon is open to new Lincoln Club Members.
Lincoln Club Business League New Member Luncheon
Join us for a hosted lunch at the University Club Atop Symphony Towers, where you’ll connect with fellow new members and hear directly from Chairman Scott Bedingfield and President & CEO Kevin Faulconer.
Questions? Please contact Dena Cruden from our Membership Team at Dena@LincolnClubSD.com
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
Darrin Mroz
Second Vice-Chair
Delores Chavez Harmes
Secretary
Club Staff
Hon. Kevin Faulconer
President & CEO
Hon. Brian Pepin
Political Director
Kaila Weedman
Operations Director
Gus Portela
Communications
Kaylie Sadlon
Events & Programming
Dena Cruden
Membership Recruitment
Briana Bilbray
Bookkeeper and CPA
Sioban Downing
Operations Staff
