Leadership

Michelle Fluke

Executive Director

Ms. Fluke brings over 25 years of experience in finance, accounting, and organizational leadership, with a specialized focus on the health and wellness, social services, and nonprofit sectors. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (2000) and a Master of Business Administration (2003), both from the University of Phoenix. For more than 17 years, Ms. Fluke has served as the Executive Director of Antelope Valley Partners for Health (AVPH), providing strategic and operational leadership across all areas of the organization. Her responsibilities encompass financial and administrative management, human resources, grant development, and long-term strategic planning. Additionally, she plays a pivotal role in community engagement, acting as a liaison to city officials in Lancaster and Palmdale, as well as the County of Los Angeles. Ms. Fluke’s career reflects a deep and sustained commitment to community organizing and public service. Her extensive background in social services and nonprofit management has enabled her to build robust collaborative networks that effectively address the needs of underserved populations. Under her leadership, AVPH has grown into a central hub for health equity and community-based initiatives in the Antelope Valley. Widely recognized for her strategic vision, problem-solving capabilities, and innovative leadership, Ms. Fluke continues to guide AVPH in expanding its impact and advancing its mission to enhance the health and well-being of the community. 

Tiara Sigaran

Director of Community Impact

Tiara Sigaran is the Director of Community Impact at Antelope Valley Partners for Health. Ms. Sigaran earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Public Health Education from California State University Northridge and her Master of Public Health Degree from the University of Southern California. Ms. Sigaran has led the development of the internal data management processes for the home visitation programs at Antelope Valley Partners for Health. She has an interest in project management/ development, grant writing, data visualization and exploring innovative ways to use data and share information about health disparities to communities.

Victoria Bibby

Director of Direct Services

Victoria Bibby, BA, CLE, serves as the Director of Direct Services at Antelope Valley Partners for Health (AVPH). In this role, she oversees a broad portfolio of community-based programs that provide essential support to families throughout the Antelope Valley. Among the many programs under her leadership are Welcome Baby, Healthy Families America (HFA) Home Visitation, the Handworker Program, Lactation Support, Building Community Capacity, Relative Home Assessment Services, Relative Support Services, and the Youth Department.

With nearly 30 years of experience working with at-risk children and families, Mrs. Bibby brings a wealth of knowledge, compassion, and dedication to her work. Her background includes program development and implementation, early childhood education, preschool management, and home-based family support services.

Mrs. Bibby is especially passionate about child abuse prevention and is a strong advocate for creating safe, nurturing environments for children and families. She also plays an active role in the broader community through her participation on various coalitions, councils and boards, continuing to lead efforts that promote safety, resilience, and empowerment across the Antelope Valley.

Kelly Vanvakaris

Controller

Kelly Vanvakaris came to find her new family/home working for Antelope Valley Partners for Health as the Controller in 2017.  Kelly has lived in the Antelope Valley community for over 47 years and previously worked at Edwards AFB for close to 20 years in Finance/Purchasing.  Kelly graduated from The University of La Verne with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in 1993. Kelly looks forward to the day to day challenges and accomplishments that accompanies the role as Controller.  Many of the duties she oversees includes accountability for the accounting operations, cash flow, payroll, accounts payable, maintaining audit compliance and overseeing daily finance operations. Kelly enjoys the impact her role and her department plays in supporting the company and staff to help achieve AVPH’s mission and vision.

Jacqueline Johnson

Associate Director- Policies, Systems, and Environmental Programs

Jacqueline Brodrick is the Associate Director of Policy, Systems and Environmental Programs at Antelope Valley Partners for Health. She has an extensive background in health education and community health, earning a Bachelor of Science in School Health Education and a Master’s in Public Health, Community Health. She continues to feed her passion for community health by facilitating the Antelope Valley Wellness Coalition and serves as an internship preceptor for public health students. She has earned a certificate for Nonprofit Management and has plans to pursue a doctoral degree in Public Health (DrPH).

Cecelia Gibson

Associate Director – Community Centers

Cecelia Gibson, Associate Director of Community Centers joined AVPH in 2016 where she currently manages 11 Wellness and Neighborhood Homes in the Antelope Valley along with 2 Community Gardens and the AVPH Conference Center.  She came to AVPH with 20+years’ experience in the non-profit world.

Prior to joining AVPH, Cecelia was the Office Manager for Optimist Foster Family Agency where she successfully opened the Palmdale satellite office.  She fiercely advocated for those without a voice, recruited volunteers, organized community events, and hosted educational training.

Cecelia’s favorite hobbies include gardening, camping, and spending time with her grandchildren.  

Mary V.

Associate Director- Adult and Senior Services

Mary V. joined Antelope Valley Partners for Health (AVPH) in 2014 and currently serves as the Associate Director of Adult and Senior Services. In her role, she leads the Handyworker Program and the A Place in Time program, both aimed at improving the quality of life for community members. Through free minor home repairs for homeowners and support for homeless Antelope Valley College students, Mary works to foster stability and well-being throughout the AV. 

Her dedication has earned her prestigious accolades, including the Congressional Recognition of Excellence Award for her work on the Handyworker Program and recognition from The Women AV. With a diverse background in human resources, loan servicing, office management, and manufacturing, Mary brings a wealth of experience and a deep passion for community service to her role at AVPH. 

Teresa Ward

Associate Director-Resources, Referrals, and Assessments

Teresa Ward, BA, CLE is an Associate Director of Resources, Referrals and Assessments at Antelope Valley Partners for Health.  Mrs. Ward received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Southern New Hampshire University in 2015. Mrs. Ward has worked with Antelope Valley Partners for Health since 2013 where she started as Parent Coach before becoming a Family Assessment Worker for the AVPH’s Healthy Families America program. Mrs. Ward has oversight of AVPH’s Outreach Department for the past five years to include Welcome Baby and all Healthy Families America home visiting programs.

Shannon Brooks

Associate Director – Building Community Capacity

Shannon Brooks has been a dedicated leader at Antelope Valley Partners for Health since 2014, serving as the Associate Director of Building Community Capacity. With dual Master’s Degree in Communication and Human Resources from the University of Southern California, Shannon is passionate about empowering communities through social services education and advocacy. Her work focuses on bridging gaps in awareness, resources, and inspiring individuals to make life-changing decisions for better well-being.