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Candidate Presentation and moderated Q&A: November 1st, 2026 at 10:15 AM in the Main Hall
Voting ends on November 22nd, 2026 at/around 10:00 AM

Voter Eligibility: JCSC Life Members as of 12/31/2024

Election related questions: email Election@JainCenter.org
Life Membership related queries: email LM@JainCenter.org

Election Committee - 2026: Salil Dangi - Chairperson, Smita Doshi - Member, Sumati Shah - Member

Candidates for Jain Center of Southern California Board of Directors

Vacant Seats: 2; Term 1/1/2027 to 12/31/2030

Hitesh R Sheth
With 43 years of dedication to JCSC, I seek your support to serve with integrity, transparency, Seva Bhav, and a vision for youth engagement and community growth.
Hitesh R Sheth
Kinal Mona Modi
Rooted in 22 years of Service, Guided by Jain Values, and Looking Forward to Serving our Sangh for Generations to Come.
Kinal Mona Modi
Nalin Meena Chheda
Years of Jain Center involvement, 24+ years teaching Pathshala, leadership experience, and a commitment to transparency, collaboration, and serving our community.
Nalin Meena Chheda
Pinkal Pamita Jogani
With years of JCSC service and business leadership experience, I am committed to financial responsibility, transparency, unity, and taking our Jain Center to the next level.
Pinkal Pamita Jogani

Candidates for Jain Center of Southern California Executive Committee

Vacant Seats: 7; Term 1/1/2027 to 12/31/2028

Shailesh Mita Mehta
Passionate EC member serving JCSC with 18+ years of Seva. Led key elections, updated SOPs, and fostered growth. Committed to transparency, youth leadership, and unity - serving with trust and care.
Shailesh Mita Mehta
Pinkal Tejas Doshi
I believe in listening to every voice, encouraging new ideas, and creating a welcoming environment where everyone feels valued and connected.
Pinkal Tejas Doshi
Chintan Rajal Shah
I am going to continue my seva to our center for years to come.
Chintan Rajal Shah
Jignesh Deepali Mehta
A Commitment to Service, Unity, and JCSC's Future. Together, we can preserve our heritage, empower our youth, respect every member, and build a brighter future for JCSC.
Jignesh Deepali Mehta
Dr. Rina Bijal Shah
Seva with heart, leadership through action! I helped modernize JCSC’s library, digitize 16,000 books, and engage 500+ parents in strengthening our Sangh.
Dr. Rina Bijal Shah
Nilay Deval Shah
Member for 20+ years, longtime volunteer. I hope to contribute my leadership experience in finance, technology, and operations to strengthen our Center and preserve Jain values for future generations.
Nilay Deval Shah
Nilesh Minal Shah
Experienced EC member and dedicated volunteer, asking for your support to continue serving the JCSC community.
Nilesh Minal Shah
Jay Sveta Patel
Jay Patel brings nearly three decades of aerospace executive leadership and four years of EC service, committed to humble, transparent seva that engages youth and strengthens our Jain Center.
Jay Sveta Patel

JCSC Representatives to Jaina Board (Uncontested)

Vacant Seats: 3; Term 4/1/2027 to 3/31/2029

Dr. Jayesh Shah
Ajay Shah
Vijay Shah

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