The Old Monterey Business Association (OMBA) is a nonprofit organization committed to enhancing and promoting the economic vitality and community spirit of Old Monterey. A certified member of the National Main Street program since 1992, the OMBA produces a local dining guide, monthly Commercial Space listings, and a Path of History brochure that guides both locals and visitors through a celebration of Monterey's exciting past.
We strive to enhance and promote the economic vitality and community spirit of Old Monterey, as well as maintaining the Downtown as a unique retail, entertainment, and commercial center for both residents and visitors of Old Monterey.
OMBA Board of Directors
| President Salah Laasri, Futons and Such |
Treasurer to be announced |
| Vice President Jerry Anderson, Ventana Asset Management |
Secretary Lauren Cohen, MY Museum |
| Legal Council Anthony Davi, Davi Law Group |
City Liaison Kim Cole, City of Monterey |
Members at Large
| Anthony Buich, Bull and Bear | Barbara Burke, Monterey Institute of International Studies |
| Bill McCrone, Planning Commission | Bryan James, Monterey Church |
| Carolyn B. Harris, Carolyn B. Harris Attorney-at-Law | Ed Smith, Council Member |
| James Bryant, Carpe Diem Fine Books | Jason Coniglio, My Attic |
| Jean O'Brien, Old Monterey Book Co. | Mary Lou Cortright, Venture Art Gallery |
| Maureen Doran, Monterey Hotel | Melissa Thoeny, Springboard |
| Michele Pearce, Monterey Marriott | Paul W. Davis, Planning Commissioner |
| Ryan McCormick, Neighborhood Representative | Sonny Petersson, Portola Hotel & Spa |
| Woody Kelley, Union Bank |
OMBA Staff
Executive Director
Rick Johnson
[email protected]
Ph: 831-655-8070
Fx: 831-655-8072
Assistant Executive Director
Peter Cofresi
[email protected]
Ph: 831-655-8070
Fx: 831-655-8072
Market Place/Special Events Director
Ray Headley
[email protected]
Ph: 831-655-2607
Fx: 831-655-8072
OMBA
98 Del Monte Avenue, Suite 201
Monterey, CA 93940
Membership Meetings
The OMBA Board of Directors Meetings are held the second Wednesday of each month from 8:30am to 9:30am at the OMBA office.
