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35 under 35 San Diego community leaders
Jason Farran, 32, deputy chief of staff for Supervisor Ron Roberts:
About 10 years ago, as a senior at San Diego State University, Jason Farran was told he needed to get an internship in order to graduate with a political science degree.
So he contacted Supervisor Ron Roberts about an internship and after being “hooked,” has been with the elected official since.
“Starting as a receptionist, I began working my way through the ranks,” Farran said. “After nine and a half years, I now have filled every position in the office.”
But like other 35 under 35 community leaders, Farran doesn’t limit his civic duty to the supervisor’s office. Farran is involved in ProKids Golf, Star/Pal, College Area BID and the Little Italy Association.
“I am a strong believer that your community is what you make it,” Farran said. ”Taking personal pride in your community and environment are the keys to making for better places to both live today and for our future generations to grow up in tomorrow.”
Holding on firmly to that belief, Farran said although mainstream society often embraces paid athletes or entertainers with “extravagant salaries,” he believes educators are those who are truly inspirational.
“Anybody that sacrifices for the betterment of tomorrow is inspirational,” he said. “I find educators very inspirational because they accept the challenge of training and educating our future, and do so at low rates of compensation.”
Tip for young people: “Learn from the wisdom of others and apply that education as you evolve into the leadership role. While there are exceptions to the case – we live among some amazing people – for most of us, trying to become a leader too soon is more destructive than productive. Public service has a large selfless component.”
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