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.
East County Social – Meet The Candidates!
Sept 24 • 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Meet Lincoln Club-endorsed candidates and connect with members and prospective members at our East County Social.
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 Mentorship Collective featuring: Darrin Mroz
Sept 30 • 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Join the Lincoln Club’s Mentorship Collective for Insuring San Diego County’s Success, featuring Darrin Mroz.
Created exclusively for Lincoln Club members under 40, the Mentorship Collective brings together emerging leaders and accomplished business and civic leaders for candid conversations, practical insights, and meaningful connections.
Hosted by the Lincoln Club’s Mentorship Collective, chaired by Chad Bemis and Mario Wilson.
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
