The Carol Rowen Legacy Circle Power Breakfast

MODERATOR
Dr. Noel Hacegaba
Chief Executive Officer, Port of Long Beach

Dr. Noel Hacegaba is the Chief Executive Officer of the Port of Long Beach, a world leader in customer service, supply chain innovation and environmental sustainability. He is responsible for advancing the Port’s pioneering projects and programs and elevating its leadership position in the global trade arena. Each year, the Port processes nearly 10 million container units carrying $300 billion in goods that power the local, regional and national economy by supporting nearly 3 million jobs.

Dr. Hacegaba leads a team of 600 staff and manages an annual budget of $834 million. He also oversees the delivery of a $3.2 billion capital improvement program, the largest of any port in the nation.

During his 15-year career at the Port, Dr. Hacegaba has distinguished himself as an industry leader and international expert on global trade, port operations, clean energy, workforce development and supply chain resilience, digitization and decarbonization.

In total, Dr. Hacegaba has more than 26 years of public and private sector leadership experience spanning a variety of industries. Prior to joining the Port, he managed $200 million in contracts for a Fortune 500 company.

Dr. Hacegaba received his undergraduate (BA and BS) and graduate (MA and MPL) degrees from the University of Southern California and earned his doctorate degree from the University of La Verne.  He is a Certified Port Executive, Port Professional Executive and Accredited Maritime Port Executive.  In addition to traveling with his family, he enjoys reading, writing and playing music on his growing guitar collection.

Jaime Gutierrez
Executive Director, Long Beach Workforce Innovation Network (LBWIN)

Jaime Gutierrez leads the City of Long Beach’s Workforce Development Bureau and oversees the operations of the Adult Career Services Center and the Youth Career Services Center, known as Future LB. In his role, Jaime drives strategic initiatives that strengthen the City’s workforce system, align talent development with industry needs, and build pathways to high-quality careers in emerging sectors, including clean energy, advanced manufacturing, and aerospace.

With more than 25 years in public service, Jaime previously served as Chief Deputy Director of the California Employment Training Panel, overseeing statewide investments in job creation, skills training, and technology modernization. His leadership continues to foster collaboration among business, education, labor, and community partners to ensure Long Beach residents are prepared for the jobs of tomorrow and that local employers have access to the skilled workforce they need to thrive in a rapidly changing economy.

Ryan Lansden
Director, Sustainability, APM Terminals

Ryan oversees sustainability initiatives at Pier 400 in Los Angeles—the largest container port terminal in the Western Hemisphere. APM Terminals operates a global network of more than 60 terminals in over 30 countries, enabling efficient and sustainable containerized cargo movement worldwide.

With two decades of experience at Pier 400, Ryan has held leadership roles in operations, Lean Six Sigma, and project management, giving him a deep understanding of terminal efficiency and innovation. In his current role, he spearheads strategic decarbonization programs, including the deployment of zero-emission cargo-handling equipment and electrification projects, aligning with global climate goals and industry transformation.

Ryan’s mission is to accelerate the maritime sector’s transition to a low-carbon future, leveraging technology, collaboration, and operational excellence to reduce emissions and enhance resilience. His work contributes to shaping the next generation of sustainable ports, positioning APM Terminals as a leader in environmental stewardship and supply chain innovation.

Hannah White
Fuel Cell Integration Engineer, Toyota

Hannah joined Toyota Motor North America as an engineer in the Fuel Cell Development (FCD) department in 2021, based out of Los Angeles. The mission of Toyota’s FCD team is to improve quality of life by developing fuel cell solutions to replace gasoline and diesel engines. In this role, she focuses on supporting the hydrogen ecosystem through the expansion of both light-duty and heavy-duty hydrogen infrastructure in California. Hannah has a BS in mechanical engineering from Central Michigan University.

What is the Carol Rowen Legacy Circle?

Named for EXP’s tenacious founder, Carol Rowen, the Legacy Circle recognizes individuals whose generosity continues her work of connecting industry and schools to impact youth and change lives. The Power Breakfast and other exclusive events bring together Legacy Circle members and special guests to share the important trends and policies affecting youth in our community. To learn more, please contact Jessica Ureña, Director of Development, at jessica@expfuture.org.