Peter Ridgway
President
Porsche Ownership History: My first was a 1990 Carrera Cabriolet. Had the motor rebuilt to add extra torque, put lightweight Fiske wheels on it for much improved handling and “drove it like I stole it”. A friend told me that was the only way to drive a Porsche. I still concur although I traded the Cab for a new Macan Turbo. Still drive the same way. Just more comfortably.
LPR/PCA History: Joined PCA in 2009 after I retired. Became LPR Secretary in 2011 and held Concours and Tech chairs since then. I was elected LPR President in 2017 but continue to hold the tech chair because it’s fun for me to hang out with our advertisers.
Favorite Weekend Drive: Tied between hwy 160 from Antioch to Freeport and almost any other LPR tour.
Conversation Starter: Talk about travel. I’d like to say I’ve been everywhere but I haven’t. Still working on it however.
Email Peter
(727) 804-9513
Debbie Bennett
Co-Vice President
Porsche Ownership History: I have dutifully served as passenger and occasional navigator in our 356, renowned as “The Little Red Embarrassment”, a yellow 914 (my husband’s favorite daily driver), briefly in a 928, and currently, Gunner, our ’89 Carrera Targa.
History: I joined LPR in 1990 and have hosted uncounted GTGs as well as hosted tours and assisted at many specialty events.
Favorite Weekend Drive: to any LPR event!
Conversation Starter: Ask me about picking wild blackberries.
Email Debbie
(408) 926-1788
Emilie Highley
Co-Vice President
Porsche Ownership History:
LPR PCA History:
Favorite Weekend Drive:
Conversation Starter:
Email Emilie
(408) 768-2565
Karen Morgan
Membership
Porsche Ownership History: As Bob Morgan’s wife, I was thrilled that he could realize his dream of Porsche ownership on his birthday in 1999. See his ownership history above as mine is the same.LPR PCA.
History: I joined the Porsche Club in 1999, with Bob. We attended our first LPR event in September that year, and felt so welcome we had to come back. Like Bob, I’ve held various board positions since then.
Favorite Weekend Drive: any drive that includes wine-tasting! (as long as Bob is the designated driver)
Conversation Starter: Ask me anything (except about religion and politics). Also, if you have an idea about hosting a meeting (aka “Good Time Gathering”), please talk to me!
Email Karen
(408) 410-2954
John Gould
Member-at-Large
Porsche Ownership History: My wife purchased her first Porsche 914 2.0 upon college graduation. In 1996 she acquired her dream 911 993 cabriolet. In 2014 I purchased a Cayenne diesel and enjoyed towing an autocross Porsche to Spokane Parade in 2017.
LPR PCA History: I joined in 2014.
Favorite Weekend Drive: Anywhere along the Pacific coast.
Conversation Starter: I love travel and have been an airplane pilot for over 51 years. I am writing my third book.
Email John
(408) 234-4119
Sue Pangrle
Activities
Porsche Ownership History: Porsche 944S (bought in 1994 in PA), Porsche 944S2, Porsche 944S with 968 engine + supercharger (We still own it but I can’t drive it. My feet don’t reach the pedals unless I add cushions in the seat.) plus a 2007 Porsche Cayman S.
LPR PCA History: Joined in 2000. Have served in the past as Member-At-Large for 2 years.
Favorite Weekend Drive: San Luis Obispo by way of Hwy 1.
Conversation Starter: Ask me about yoga.
Margie Jensen
Secretary
Porsche Ownership History: Ken and I own a Lapis Blue 2003 Boxster
LPR PCA History: We joined the San Gabriel Valley Porsche Club in 2004 shortly after getting our Porsche. When we moved to Santa Cruz, we immediately searched out a fun club. LPR fit the bill.
Favorite Weekend Drive: I love driving through the redwoods or along the California Coast and stopping for lunch wherever our travels take us.
Conversation Starter: I’m crazy about mysteries, so tell me about your latest reads. Tell me about your travels. Ken and I are travel bugs. Pictures of your grandkids or pets will find an interested listener here.
Johnny Musser
Treasurer
Porsche Ownership History: Currently owns a 1985 911 Carrera Targa.
LPR PCA History: A Member since 2005. Participates in tours, rallyes, tech sessions and social events. Tour Director 2012
Favorite Weekend Drive: Hwy 17 from Santa Cruz to Summit Rd. North to Skyline Blvd. Skyline to Hwy 84. Hwy 84 West to the Coast (Hwy 1) then north to Half Moon Bay for lunch or dinner.
Conversation Starter: Ask what it is like to be an eternal optimist also known as a San Jose State Football Fan.
Email Johnny
(831) 234-6469
2018 Executive Appointees
| Position | Name | |
|---|---|---|
| Autocross Chair | Anne Roth | Anne |
| Charity | Kathy Musser | Kathy |
| Goodie Store | Bob Morgan | Bob |
| Hospitality | Sue Sickal | Sue |
| Prieta Post Editor | Kevin Bennett | Kevin |
| Public Relations | Ken Iles | Ken |
| Safety | John Reed | John |
| Social Media | Diana Hallock | Diana |
| Technical | Peter Ridgway | Peter |
| Tour Director | John Reed | John |
| Webmaster | Jim Turk | Jim |
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