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Freedom4U announces new Board Members


In a celebration this July, Freedom4U a south-bay youth non-profit, added four new board members. Fritz Hitchcock, Julia Parton, Suzy Zimmerman, and Ashton Smith each bring strong business experience in diverse fields such as insurance and voice acting. Freedom4U strives to enhance the lives of families and youth through a variety of creative programs.Fritz HitchcockFrederick “Fritz” Hitchcock has spent nearly 50 years in the car business, buying and selling dealerships, mostly in Southern California. In the process, he’s become a leader among car dealers, serving on the boards of state and national car dealer associations. More recently, he was the 2013 board chairman for the California Chamber of Commerce. His business experience is matched by his desire to give back to the community that his given him so much. Julia PartonJulia Parton brings more than 25 years' experience working in the South Bay in managing staff, marketing and strategic planning. Beginning in 1982, Parton worked first for Copley Los Angeles Newspapers and then Media News Group on both print and online publications. She was publisher of the Palos Verdes Peninsula News and is highly regarded in the community for her public service.  Julia has served on the board and led an incredible array of south bay charitable organizations before coming to Freedom4U.  Her media experience, combined with her local connection is invaluable to the organization.Suzy ZimmermanSuzy Zimmerman is a dedicated insurance professional with State Farm in Rolling Hills Estates. However, Suzy also is extremely involved in the local community, participating in many diverse local charitable organizations such as the PV Art Center, the Silver Spur Little League, the Concours de Elegance, or even the Lanakila Outrigger Canoe Club. She is dedicated to the local south bay community and is excited to be part of Freedom4U.Ashton SmithAshton is active in supporting many community programs and organizations. He has a great heart to help others as well as give wise guidance. Ashton is a voice actor, recording many movie trailers, television commercials and network promotions. As reported by The Dallas Morning News. "If you've gone to a movie recently, you've probably heard Ashton Smith talking. Not during the movie, but before."Dr Greg Allen, Freedom4U’s Director, looks forward to their valuable contribution.

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