Legislative Affairs

I have over 22 years of experience, including six with the Office of Chief Counsel, Internal Revenue Service National Office, Washington, DC., practicing tax law.  My specialty and majority of my practice involves representing clients in the area of tax controversy, domestically and internationally.  I represent clients in front of the Internal Revenue Service, California Franchise Tax Board, Employment Development Department State of California, and California Department of Tax and Fee Administration. I represent clients in Tax Court and U.S. District Court litigation and administrative hearings.  I have an advance law degree (LL.M.) in Taxation and I am a Certified Specialist in Taxation Law with the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization.

Blitzer’s! Premium Frozen Yogurt, Menifee’s finest, self-serve frozen yogurt shop, is committed to providing our customers with a unique experience in a fun and family-friendly environment. 

We invite you to come in, explore your creative side, and taste your imagination!  Grab one of our amazing liège waffles or cup, pick your flavors, and top it off at our toppings bar.

We have something for everyone and we only serve the good stuff. Our yogurts are fat-free, sugar-free, or low-fat and made only with premium ingredients of real dairy, fresh milk, real fruit purees, and high counts of five beneficial live yogurt cultures including three probiotic­­s.

The best part? You’re in charge! You can have as little or as much of everything and anything that you want.

On behalf of our family and the entire team at Blitzer’s!, we thank for visiting us.

Laurie Buchanan
Sr. Escrow Officer & Owner, Menifee Valley Escrow

Laurie Buchanan has been part of Menifee Valley Escrow since its early days and brings over 45 years of escrow expertise to every transaction. Known for her warmth, professionalism, and dedication, Laurie is deeply committed to making the escrow process smooth and stress-free for clients and agents alike.

As a proud member of the Menifee Chamber of Commerce, Laurie loves meeting new faces and supporting local businesses. She regularly refers Chamber members to her wide network of clients, helping others grow while delivering top-tier service.

Laurie believes real estate is more than paperwork — it’s about people. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or seasoned investor, she’s here to guide you with care, clarity, and heart.

Thank you for making Menifee a place we’re proud to call home.

Whole Food Plant Based Nutrition in a capsule form for adults & soft chewables for children. It is only food not a supplement.  Tower Garden by Juice Plus+- Urban Gardner outside your door

Full Time/Full Service Realtors; Specializing in Residential Home Sales. First Time Buyers. Move Up/Down Sellers/Buyers. Negotiating. Strategic Market Planning and Implementation. Monitoring Trends. Analysis. Coordinating. Media Relations. Public Speaking. Master of Ceremonies.

Janet Licitra is the CEO of a women-owned business franchise for TeamLogicIT. Janet has worked in technology sales since graduating from college and this background has helped her to discuss and understand the technology challenges that small businesses face today. Can look for Janet Millane Licitra on Facebook, as well as TeamLogicIT Temecula.

Her husband, Allen Licitra operates as the Chief Technology Officer and co-runs the business with me. Allen has been in various IT leadership technology roles at large and small corporations. His numerous specialties include security, cloud, and advanced analytics. We have been married for 19 years and have identical twin daughters who will be Sophomores in college this year. We have lived in Temecula CA since 2008.  Both of us have been working in the IT business for 20+ plus years.   
 

Allen's computer and technology roles started during college where he was part of the Help desk team.  Some of his recent roles after programming were Director Of Analytics, Director of Business Intelligence, Strategy Director,  and Competitive Intelligence Manager. He has 20 + years with a background as Senior Leadership Experience where he is a strategic thinker that has developed and implemented technical as well as organizational strategies for both large and small companies. His passion for leading technologists and driving business results is what he currently wants to do for small businesses and bring solutions to local businesses at a competitive price. 

Chaya is co-founder, CEO of PamTen, global Technology Services company. She is a technologist, philanthropist, a visionary, mentor, investor, an entrepreneur and above all a passionate human being. She holds an MBA and an Executive Education Certification from Harvard University. She has over 25 years of Information Technology experience. Chaya also founded SOFKIN, a non-profit organization that creates loving and caring homes for destitute and under privileged children; and SHETEK, a not-profit with a mission to increase the number of women in tech through training and mentorship. Chaya is on the board of corporates, NGOs, Universities and Chambers, and a welcomed speaker at many technology and social change events around the world.  

Checkout Chaya's Full Bio HERE

My mission is to make my little area of influence a happier place.  To help others look and feel - younger and better.  To guide or help others start and build a business they can call their own.

Thomas Clyne is a highly experienced Realtor with 34 years in the real estate industry. He is currently licensed in California and brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the field, having held licenses in both Nebraska and Colorado. He is well-versed in all aspects of real estate, including property management and association management, and has earned the coveted designations of CMCA and AMS. Thomas has now joined a dynamic new real estate brokerage firm where he is dedicated to providing unparalleled service and support to his clients in the buying and selling of properties. With his deep knowledge of the California real estate market, exceptional experience, and unwavering commitment to his clients, Thomas is poised to help his clients achieve their real estate dreams.

My name is Sandra Alvarez. I was born in Buenaventura, Colombia, which is located in the Pacific Ocean in the south of Colombia. When I was 13 years old, my brothers and I immigrated to the United States by crossing the border between Mexico and the US. I am proud to be a successful immigrant and am grateful that this country has allowed me to succeed and achieve the American dream. I am the owner of Akahina Home Care, and I am also a Navy mom and Marine sister. I am an advocate for our veterans and a mental health advocate. Currently, I am working on formalizing Akahina Gives Back Hope as a 503c nonprofit organization and NGO.  My mission is to make a positive impact on the disabled and disadvantaged populations in our community and around the world. My philanthropic work has grown over the past few years, and it has been an amazing journey making a difference in the lives of children, cancer patients, veterans, and seniors.