Board of Directors

Dr. Bola Ajumobi
Physician
Kaiser Permanente

Bola Ajumobi; fondly known as Dr. O by her patients, is a family physician with Kaiser Permanente Palm Desert where she also has the role of Physician-in-Charge of the Kaiser Palm Desert Medical Office building. Dr. Ajumobi, MD is a board-certified family physician and geriatrician who has been in practice since 2006. She is married to Wale Ajumobi, MD; a gastroenterologist with Eisenhower Health.
Both are proud Xavier parents of a senior and a freshman- Go Saints! Bola has been a Coachella Valley resident since 2015 and has learnt to survive the blazing summers. She is a boy mom, voracious reader, an avid podcast listener and an ardent follower of Jesus Christ.

She completed her family medicine residency at Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center in 2006 and completed a geriatric fellowship at UCLA Medical Center in 2007. She was with the Southern California Permanente Medical Group in the San Bernardino County from 2007 to 2012. Relocated with her family to San Antonio, Texas in 2012 where she took a position with the South Texas Veterans Administration Healthcare.

On her return to Southern California in 2015, she rejoined the Southern California Permanente Medical Group in Riverside County.

Fr. Thomas William (Billy) Biegler, SJ, was born in Sacramento, California. The middle of three boys, Billy met the Jesuits at a young age, developing a fondness for their humor, depth and approachability. A graduate of Jesuit High School in Sacramento, Billy completed his undergraduate degree in philosophy at the University of San Francisco. After undergrad, Billy worked briefly for the San Francisco Opera but returned to Sacramento to work for California Musical Theatre (Sacramento Music Circus). In 2009, Billy entered the Jesuit Novitiate in Culver City, California. He completed first studies in St. Louis, finishing philosophy at Saint Louis University and completing a master’s degree in theatre and performance studies at Washington University. For Regency, Billy worked at Jesuit High School in Portland, Oregon, teaching freshman English, freshman Spanish and senior theology. In addition to teaching, Billy led service trips, retreats and a mighty group of freshmen basketball players. For theology, Billy studied at the Boston College School of Theology and Ministry and received a Master of Divinity degree. Additionally, he worked at Saint Cecilia Parish in Boston’s Back Bay neighborhood, serving as spiritual director, RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) instructor and chaplain to the CARES ministry (ministry to the sick and homebound). After ordination, Billy served in Portland at St. Ignatius Parish and help with vocation promotion and taught at Jesuit High School in Portland, Oregon. Billy now serves as Superior of the Jesuit Community and teaches at Loyola High School, Los Angeles.
 

Claude Brock was born in Norwich, Connecticut. His family moved to northern California in the third grade. He met his future bride in high school and they have been married for 30 years. Claude received his B.S. from Chico State in Accounting and Business/Management. He started his career in the hotel industry, reaching a milestone of just under 30 years with KSL resorts, moving from Manager of General Accounting to Corporate Director of Operational Finance and then Senior Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer. Most recently, Claude is co-owner of NexGen Digital, Inc. which was founded in 1998. The company established their presence with outstanding service to OEMs and contract manufacturers across the globe, sourcing obsolete and hard-to-find electronic components and serving as an authorized distribution partner. Claude and Carolyn currently live in Indian Wells. Their eldest son, Ethan, graduated Xavier in 2023 currently attending Golden West College and plans to transfer to LMU in the fall. Their youngest son, Aidan, will graduate from Xavier College Prep this May and plans to attend UCI.

Bob Cash is the Founder and CEO of Sierra Crest Capital, Inc. - a private equity firm focused on Real Estate Investments. Over nearly four decades in Real Estate, Bob has gained vast knowledge and experience in Real Estate Finance which has enabled him to provide a niche product to the market. Since 2013, Bob has assisted more than 2,000 investor clients in the placement of their Self-Directed Retirement funds into alternative investments.

Bob, along with his wife, Robin, currently live in Beaumont, CA. In the coming years, they have plans to make the Coachella Valley their home. They have three grown children who were all blessed with a Catholic school education and four grandchildren who are continuing the legacy of Catholic education themselves. It is Bob’s love of his faith and dedication to the mission of all Catholic Schools that he serves Xavier College Prep today.

As a dedicated parent and grandparent, he is well aware of the sacrifices needed to attend such an exceptional school where the Students, Parents, Faculty and Staff strive to learn how to be Men and Women for others every day. 

Tyler Davis was born and raised in the Coachella Valley and is a proud XCPHS graduate. She was one of the first female graduates to obtain a full-ride Division I sports scholarship for volleyball, along with an academic scholarship, with the help of Xavier. She went on to achieve a Bachelor's of Finance from Temple University and graduated Cum Laude. From there, she trained as a Financial Planner out of San Diego for many years before having an opportunity to buy her family business which she currently owns and manages along with 14 employees. She currently resides in Rancho Mirage with her husband and gives back through working on the Board of Directors and assistant coaching with Xavier's Varsity Volleyball team.

Robert Dolan brings extensive leadership experience across operations, education, and strategic management, making him an excellent candidate for the Board of Directors of Xavier High School. Currently, Robert is the Chief Operating Officer and co-portfolio manager at Learning Realty Partners (LRP LP), where he focuses on acquisitions and leasebacks in the education sector, including high schools and early childhood education. His expertise in operations and finance, combined with his role in growing businesses, positions him to offer valuable insights on organizational development, strategic planning, and fiscal responsibility.

Previously, Robert served as Interim President of JSerra Catholic High School in San Juan Capistrano, where he led the implementation of the Board's strategic vision and developed initiatives that enhanced the school’s Catholic identity and educational offerings. His hands-on experience in education leadership and business operations gives him a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities independent Catholic schools face.

Robert’s background also includes leadership roles in a successful insurance brokerage, as well as consulting for a litigation support firm. His strong educational foundation, with an MBA from the University of San Diego and a BA from Loyola Marymount University, complements his professional achievements and commitment to enhancing educational excellence. With a deep understanding of business operations and Catholic education, Robert is poised to contribute to Xavier’s continued success and growth, ensuring it remains a top choice for students and families seeking a strong academic and faith-based education.

Father Gregory Elder became pastor of Sacred Heart Church on July 1, 2021. He was ordained as a Roman Catholic priest by Bishop Gerald Barnes, under the Pastoral Provision for married Anglican Clergy in 2006, after serving for twenty years as an Anglican priest.
Father Gregory was educated at Indiana University-Bloomington where he studied Ancient and Medieval History, and at Wycliffe Hall, Oxford here he studied Theology. While living in England, Father Elder met his future wife, Dr. Sarah O'Brien, who immigrated to the US after their marriage. He earned the Master of Divinity Degree at Nashotah House Theological Seminary in 1983 and was ordained as an Anglican priest in the same year. While serving in the Episcopal Church, he earned his MA and Ph.D. in History from the University of California, San Diego. Father Elder is Professor Emeritus of History and Humanities at Moreno Valley College, where he taught for over 28 years.
Sarah became Catholic in 1987 and Gregory in 2003. Father Elder's authorization for ordination to the Roman Catholic priesthood as a married Anglican priest was decreed by St Pope John Paul II personally, at the request of Bishop Gerald Barnes of San Bernardino and (then) Cardinal Josef Ratzinger. Since his first ordination, Father Gregory has served in nine pastoral assignments. He is a fourth Degree Knight of Columbus.

Michael Harris
Managing Director Merrill Lynch

Bachelor of Science in Business: Cal Poly San Luis Obispo Master’s Degree - Taxation: Golden Gate University
Other credentials and accomplishments: 
Certified Financial Planner (CFP) Designation and Certified Public Accountant
Eagle Scout

I first moved to Coachella Valley in 1969, and I am a graduate of Palm Springs High School, Class of 1978. Professionally, I was a practicing CPA for the early part of my career. I focused on real estate transactions and high wealth income tax and estate planning for high net worth families in Orange County.

I relocated back to the desert in 1996, and I have been with Merrill Lynch since 2002. I have also served on multiple boards and assisted various charities in asset management and gifting strategies. I enjoy supporting the ’next generation’ of leaders and I have coached a variety of soccer teams in the desert for 25 years, most recently coaching the girls soccer team at Xavier.

Suzette is the only child of Al and Sue Honore. Suzette was born in San Pedro, CA. She attended Chaminade College Preparatory High School, in Chatsworth, CA. She then attended San Diego State University and Cal Poly Pomona. Suzette’s early career started with the Marriott Corporation and she worked for Marriott for 16 years. She moved to the desert in 1992, where she met her husband Matt and they married in 1995. They started Son Cabinetry & Design in 2001 and have a showroom in Palm Desert. Suzette loves the river life and is an active member in the National Charity League. Suzette boasts four terrific children, McKenna, Xavier grad 2016, SDSU graduate; Cameron, Xavier grad 2018, USC Grad; Kolby, Xavier class of 2024, and Travis, Xavier class of 2026.

Matthew was born and raised in San Marino, CA. He attended the San Marino public schools K-12 ad then attended Loyola Marymount University. There he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree with an emphasis in Marketing and Management. He was hired by Safeco Insurance Company as a Marketing Representative following graduation. Matt spent three years with Safeco before joining the family’s insurance agency in 2001, located in Pasadena. Since 2001 several acquisitions have been made, including Weingarten and Hough Insurance Agency in Palm Springs. Weingarten has been a staple in the Coachella Valley for the past 90 years. Matt met his wife Heather in San Diego and they married in 2005. Prior to Covid Heather & Matt made a family decision and relocated, with their two daughters, to the desert, currently residing in Indian Wells. Heather & Matt will be married for 19 years this April. Madeline, 15, is a Sophomore at Xavier and Charlotte, a future Saint, is 13 and a 7th grader at Sacred Heart School in Palm Desert, CA.

Billy Thoman
Broker Associate
Compass Real Estate

In 2000, Billy began his real estate career in the Coachella Valley and has since successfully negotiated over 1,500 real estate transactions, primarily in lifestyle communities. Billy was the former Sales Manager of Trilogy at La Quinta and Trilogy at the Polo Club and is considered an expert in Coachella Valley real estate and real estate development.

On a personal side, Billy was born in rural Wyoming. He learned the value of hard work on his grandparents' sheep and cattle ranch. A Navy veteran, he also lived in Steamboat Springs, CO, and San Diego, CA,  Billy and his family have called La Quinta home since 2000. He enjoys coaching soccer, playing golf, exercising, and spending time with his family and friends. He loves helping kids and serves on the Board of Directors for Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Desert, a one-on-one youth mentoring program.