Economic Development Committee

Initial term ending 1/30/2027

Email: cbono@cupertino.gov

Bio: Claudio Bono is a proud and active member of the Cupertino community, who has served on multiple non-profit governing boards, including the Cupertino Chamber of Commerce and the Cupertino Historical Society and Museum. In 2016, he was honored with the City's CREST Award. In his day job as a career hotelier presently managing the Cupertino Hotel, Claudio is well-versed in entertainment, international accommodation, and event planning and execution. He employs that experience to the benefit of the Cupertino community at major public events, such as the Diwali Festival and Star Awards, among many others. He brings this experience to bear in his role on the Parks and Recreation Commission, where he focuses on the success of the City's cultural and neighborhood events. Claudio, together with his rescued Terrier Mix pet, Bella, has lived near Franco Park since 2014. He holds a bachelor's degree in Accounting from Brussels, Belgium, and speaks five languages including English, Italian, French, Dutch, and Spanish.

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Initial term ending 1/30/2027

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Initial term ending 1/30/2029

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Bio: Jane Lin is the Chief Investment Officer of AlphaX, with nearly a decade of experience in real estate investment, development, and capital strategy. She designs investment products, scales acquisitions, and drives innovative housing solutions. At AlphaX, she helped position the firm as the first in California to execute AB1033, pioneering fee-simple ownership for accessory dwelling units (ADUs).

Jane has managed and deployed more than $400 million across portfolios of missing-middle housing, single-family homes, townhomes, ADU communities, and commercial properties. Earlier in her career, she oversaw commercial asset management and portfolio strategy at a Silicon Valley real estate firm, working on office, retail, and mixed-use developments.

In addition, Jane is Vice President of the Small Builders Association. She is also a housing thought leader with a real estate social platform exceeding 3 million views. Jane holds a Master’s in Real Estate Development and Planning from UC Berkeley.

Initial term ending 1/30/2029

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Bio:  Manjari has been a Cupertino resident for 25 years. She holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and has served as a Director of Customer Success and Product Management in leading technology companies. Passionate about education, she also founded and ran a tutoring academy in Cupertino. Over the years, Manjari has volunteered in Cupertino schools and with the Girl Scouts, building strong ties within the community. She cares deeply about protecting the environment, supporting sustainability, and nurturing a diverse, welcoming community where all residents can thrive.

Initial term ending 1/30/2029

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Bio: Jennifer Yip is an entrepreneur who has grown her career and businesses in Cupertino. At age 17, her very first stop in the United States was Cupertino, and it was also here that she chose to begin her first venture without hesitation.

She is the founder of two successful beauty and wellness brands: Paint Nail Beauty Spa (PNBS) and The Sense Head Spa. What started as a single local spa in Cupertino has now expanded into a network of more than 16 locations across North America, with both brands proudly keeping their flagship stores in Cupertino.

Through her businesses, Jennifer has created jobs, trained young professionals, and introduced innovative wellness concepts to the community. She has witnessed firsthand Cupertino’s transformation and believes its diversity, family values, and culture of innovation are its greatest strengths.

Jennifer is honored to join the Economic Development Committee (EDC) and looks forward to contributing her entrepreneurial experience and vision to help Cupertino continue to thrive.