STAR/PAL United for Youth

Chandani Flinn came on board as STAR/PAL's Executive Director in February, 2005. Chandani graduated with Honors from UC Berkeley in 1993 with a Double Major in Legal Studies and Political Economy as well as a Minor in Rhetoric. In 1997, she received a law degree from the UC Hastings School of Law. Chandani comes to STAR/PAL after seven years of prosecutorial experience as a Deputy City Attorney in San Diego. For five years, Chandani served as the Mid-City Neighborhood Prosecutor, during which time she was awarded the "San Diego County Peacemaker Award" and was named "Prosecutor of the Year." Chandani greatly enjoys traveling, visiting with family, learning about wildlife, watching movies, exercising, and having fun with friends. She loves to spend her free time with her wonderful husband Jared and precious Pug dogs Magnolia & Juniper. cflinn@pd.sandiego.gov

Christine Reed-Director of Corporate & Public Relations
Christine Reed is the Director of Corporate & Public Relations at STAR/PAL. She graduated from Western Oregon University with a Bachelor's Degree in Communications, and graduated from National University with an MBA in E-Commerce. In her position at STAR/PAL, Christine works on special events and fundraisers including the annual "Superheroes for Youth" Celebrity Waiter Luncheon. She also oversees grants, marketing and public relations at STAR/PAL. During her free time, Christine enjoys spending time with friends and family. creed@starpal.org

Dan Ellison-Director of Operations

Sergeant Dan Ellison is the Director of Operations at STAR/PAL. Dan has been with the San Diego Police Department for 27 years, working a variety of assignments including: Patrol SWAT, Emergency Negotiations, and several administrative assignments. As the Director of Operations, he helps address facility related needs and works on staffing and other logistical issues related to our programs and operations. On a personal note, Dan enjoys sports and the great outdoors. dellison@pd.sandiego.gov

Tom Miller-Program Director
Tom has been with the San Diego Police Department since 1986 and is currently a STAR/PAL Program Director. He has worked several assignments within the department such as: Special Enforcement Division, Tac Bikes, DARE, and Juvenile Services. Tom is currently working on getting his Bachelor Degree in Criminal Justice after transferring from Miramar College. Tom oversees STAR/PAL�s Deep-Sea Fishing Trips, Chargers Junior Training Camps, KIDZWATCH Academies, Padres Rookie Clinics and Summer Baseball/Softball Leagues. Tom is very involved with his family, spending most of his free time involved in activities with his wife and son. Tom Miller can be reached at 619-531-2721 or tmiller@pd.sandiego.gov

Aalke Heuvelman is the Youth Center Coordinator at STAR/PAL at our facility overseeing onsite programs, partnerships and volunteers. She originally is from the Netherlands and moved to the United States to pursue a college degree. While at San Diego State University, she was an active member of the San Diego State International Community. She also graduated with honors with a Bachelor's Degree in Communications, with an emphasis in advertising and a minor in Spanish. In her free time she likes to spend time with friends and family. Please feel free to contact her at 619-531-2718 or send her an email at aheuvelman@starpal.org

Elena has been with the San Diego Police Department since 2001 and is currently STAR/PAL's Secretary. Elena is originally from London, England and enjoys traveling, hiking and backpacking in the great outdoors. Elena can be reached at 619-531-2718 or esandland@pd.sandiego.gov

Tim Smith--Program Director Coordinator

Tim has been with the San Diego Police Department since 1991 and is currently a STAR/PAL Program Director. He has worked several assignments within the department before coming to STAR/PAL. Tim oversees STAR/PAL's involvement in Shop with a Cop, Summer Golf, Kids, Cops & Cameras. Officer Smith can be reached at 619-531-2668 or tmsmith@pd.sandiego.gov