Business Community Leaders
The Lincoln Club Business League
Where businesses flourish, communities prosper. The Lincoln Club Business League fuels economic growth by backing business-friendly candidates and initiatives.
A Community of Pro-Business Leaders
About Us
We’re a pro-business nonprofit organization
- Serving San Diego County's businesses and citizens
- Supporting the right candidates and causes
- Fighting for the Community
Lincoln Club members are business, economic and political leaders who engage with elected officials and support impactful campaigns. If you believe in lower taxes, less regulation and a better quality of life, join us.
The Lincoln Club
Upcoming Events
The Lincoln Club 43rd Annual Dinner
August 28 • 6:00 pm
As America marks 250 years of freedom, we are reminded that liberty is not inherited—it is protected, renewed, and defended by every generation.
For the past 43 years, the Lincoln Club has answered that call, advancing the principles of freedom, opportunity, and responsible leadership.
Tonight, we celebrate the legacy we’ve inherited and the future we’re determined to build.
Presented by Axos Bank
Lincoln Club Fall 2026 New Member Luncheon
Sept 23 • 12 - 1 pm
This semi-annual luncheon is open to new Lincoln Club Members.
Lincoln Club Business League New Member Luncheon
Questions? Please contact Dena Cruden from our Membership Team at Dena@LincolnClubSD.com.
Lincoln Club Winter 2026 New Member Luncheon
Dec 02 • 12 - 1 pm
This semi-annual luncheon is open to new Lincoln Club Members.
Lincoln Club Business League New Member Luncheon
Join us for a hosted lunch at the University Club Atop Symphony Towers, where you’ll connect with fellow new members and hear directly from Chairman Scott Bedingfield and President & CEO Kevin Faulconer.
Questions? Please contact Dena Cruden from our Membership Team at Dena@LincolnClubSD.com
MISSION
To create a thriving business climate
in San Diego
The Lincoln Club Business League understands that it is essential to foster innovation, support entrepreneurship and invest in sustainable infrastructure. By streamlining regulations, expanding access to capital and strengthening public-private partnerships, the city can attract diverse industries and talent.
Meet Our Team
Club Officers

Scott Bedingfield
Chairman

Susie Baumann
First Vice-Chair

Darrin Mroz
Second Vice-Chair

Delores Chavez Harmes
Secretary
Club Staff

Hon. Kevin Faulconer
President & CEO

Hon. Brian Pepin
Political Director

Kaila Weedman
Operations Director

Gus Portela
Communications

Kaylie Sadlon
Events & Programming

Dena Cruden
Membership Recruitment

Briana Bilbray
Bookkeeper and CPA

Sioban Downing
Operations Staff