About Michelle Gandola

Michelle Gandola-Director of Public Relations
Michelle attended San Diego State University where she studied International Business and
Spanish Linguistics. During her time at the University she put herself through college by
working on sportfishing boats as a cook and deckhand and later ran a small charter boat
company handling their on-land operations. After her studies she worked several years in
Marketing, Public relations, and Finance. Her passion lies in marketing and creative media arts.
Her last job provided her experience in creating websites, and videos where she used social
networking and viral marketing to promote the industry she represented.
Michelle has been with the SAC for a year and a half. She in charge of marketing the marine
recreational industry, creating strong networks with related industries, and handling all business
and relationships with our neighbors across the border.
Most of Michelle’s passions relate with the industry she works in. She is a fisherwoman, enjoys
diving, and surfs. She loves the ocean and wants to “do her part in preserving our oceans
resources so the next generation can enjoy all the marine recreational activities” she has
enjoyed throughout the years.