Board of Directors

Rita Gass serves as the Technology and Innovation Officer for the City of Rancho Cordova, where she leads digital transformation, cybersecurity strategy, cloud adoption, AI integration, and smart city initiatives.

Previously, Rita served as a Chief Information Officer in California state government, where she led large-scale modernization efforts, strengthened cybersecurity programs, and delivered customer-centered digital solutions during periods of unprecedented demand for online services.

Deeply committed to community and economic vitality, Rita believes strong partnerships between local government and the business community are essential to long-term success. She is passionate about supporting local entrepreneurs, encouraging innovation, and creating opportunities that help businesses thrive. Through collaboration and forward-thinking strategies, she works to strengthen Rancho Cordova’s economic resilience and enhance quality of life for residents and businesses alike.

Aaron Provencal is a seasoned entrepreneur whose career began in 1993 as a carpet cleaner — a humble start that grew into building and leading a restoration company of over 100 employees across two locations before selling to a national firm in 2021. Today, Aaron splits his time between consulting on mergers and acquisitions, managing a thriving house-flipping and real estate portfolio, and co-owning OsteoStrong Rancho Cordova, where he helps people improve bone density and quality of life. He also assists families and businesses in saving thousands annually on healthcare through Impact Health Sharing, and is launching innovative products manufactured in Vietnam, including AirGuard Blower. Passionate about helping others succeed, Aaron serves on the Rancho Cordova Chamber of Commerce Board and its Political Action Committee. He brings a people-first mindset, entrepreneurial drive, and a genuine commitment to community impact.

Rancho Cordova isn’t just where I've worked for the better part of the last 15 years—it’s a community I’ve grown with and genuinely care about. I’ve had the privilege of championing this city, telling its story, and helping others experience what makes it special. From working closely with local partners and businesses to welcoming visitors and meeting planners from around the world, my work has always been grounded in pride of place and a deep respect for the people who make Rancho Cordova what it is.

What drives me most is connection—connecting people to a destination, ideas to opportunities, and a community to its potential. I care deeply about representing Rancho Cordova authentically, highlighting both its amenities and its heart, and ensuring that every interaction reflects the warmth, resilience, and creativity of the city I spend my days. No matter where my work takes me, Rancho Cordova is always at the center of the story I’m proud to tell.