José Amezcua, President

José began his journey into beekeeping when he chose “killer bees” as the subject of a high school science project. Shortly there after, he received his first hive of bees from a family friend.

José began attending BASC meetings in 2010 and has served as the President of the Beekeepers Association of Southern California since 2017.

José’s desire and willingness to educate new beekeepers is unfounded. He will always find the time to give advice and recommendations to BASC members. He also enjoys selling honey at farmer's markets and performing bee rescues in the Southern California region.

Glen Golden, Vice President

Glen started keeping bees in 2015 while attending beekeeping classes presented by the Beekeepers Association of Southern California. Glen practices a natural style of beekeeping with respect to the seasons and the environment.

Glen thrives on mentoring new beekeepers at his apiary located in Perris, CA. He also enjoys educating the public on the benefits of keeping bees and the many uses of products from a bee hive.

Glen served BASC as the Vice President in 2020 and Secretary in 2023.

Sandy Tabako, Treasurer

Sandy began her interest in beekeeping in 2006 when a swarm of bees took up residence in her front yard. Both terrified and intrigued, she became a sponge, soaking up all things honeybee related. After two years of tagging along with other beekeepers, she acquired her own hives.

In 2008, Sandy joined BASC and volunteered for every event that she was offered, while attending BASC board meetings for a “behind-the-scenes look” and was then appointed Member at Large. In 2019, Sandy was elected Treasurer for 2020 and has served BASC as Treasurer since then.

The backbone of BASC, you will find Sandy at most community outreach and fundraising events, designing our beautiful booths and volunteering countless hours.

Even after 18 years, Sandy is still a constant student of all things beekeeping. Her knowledge is vast and impeccable. If you have a chance to attend one of her classes, do not miss it!

Brandy Nunez, Secretary

Brandy Nunez is a new backyard beekeeper with a deep passion for nurturing her hives and supporting local ecosystems. When she’s not tending to her bees, she works as a microbiological scientist, where she applies her expertise to helping other researchers in her field. Outside of work, Brandy loves cooking and baking, often experimenting with new recipes and sharing her culinary creations with loved ones. Above all, she treasures time spent with her husband, family, and furry cat children, finding joy in the simple pleasures of life with those closest to her.

Frank Cooper, Honey Ambassador

Joey Nunez, IT Chair

Joey Nunez is a passionate backyard beekeeper with one year of hands-on experience, inspired to start beekeeping by his grandfather’s love for the craft. Joey’s interest in nature and wildlife extends beyond bees, as he also enjoys saltwater fishkeeping, creating vibrant underwater ecosystems in his home. When he’s not tending to his hives or aquariums, he loves off-roading and exploring rugged terrain in his free time. Professionally, Joey works as an architectural drafter, where he combines his creativity and technical skills to design functional and aesthetically pleasing spaces. Whether it’s caring for his bees or drafting blueprints, Joey finds fulfillment in projects that allow him to connect with both nature and his creative side.