Compton Chamber Endorses Dr. Ayanna Davis for State Assembly District 65

Compton Chamber Admin
Aug 7
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MEDIA RELEASE

For Immediate Release

August 4, 2025

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COMPTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

ENDORSES AYANNA DAVIS

for State Assembly

Latest Endorsement Highlights Davis’s Commitment to Strengthening Small Businesses and Creating Economic Opportunity

COMPTON, CA — Continuing to expand her broad and diverse coalition of support, Compton School Board Member Dr. Ayanna Davis today announced the endorsement of the Compton Chamber of Commerce.

A long-standing champion for economic growth in the region, the Compton Chamber of Commerce has consistently supported policies that uplift small businesses and create good-paying local jobs for working families.

In a letter endorsing Dr. Davis’ campaign for Assembly District 65, Compton Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Dr. Lestean M. Johnson wrote:

“Strong communities need strong economies, and you are the leader who will deliver both. The Compton Chamber of Commerce endorses your candidacy for Assembly District 65 because you understand the needs of local businesses and work tirelessly to ensure their success.”

This latest endorsement highlights the growing momentum behind Dr. Davis' campaign and reflects the broad support she has earned from working families organizations, statewide leaders, incumbent Assemblymember Mike Gipson, local elected officials, and grassroots community advocates.

Working Families Organizations

Teamsters Joint Council 42

Teamsters Local 2010

Associated Administrators of Los Angeles (AALA)

Boilermakers Local 92

International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) Local 13

International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) Local 12

International Union of Painters & Allied Trades (IUPAT) District Council 36

Ironworkers Local 416

Ironworkers Local 433

Southern California District Council of Laborers

Laborers (LiUNA) Local 1309

United Association (UA) Local 250

United Association (UA) Local 761

United Nurses Associations of California/Union of Health Care Professionals

United Steelworkers Local 675 / USW Los Angeles and Orange County Legislative Education Committee

Los Angeles City Stentorians

Advocacy Organizations

Citizens for Accountable Leadership

Compton Chamber of Commerce

New Frontier Democratic Club

Elected & Education Leaders

California State Assemblymember Mike Gipson (Incumbent)

California State Treasurer Fiona Ma, CPA

California State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond

State Assembly Majority Whip Mark González

California State Assemblymember Tina McKinnor

California State Assemblymember Michelle Rodriguez

California State Assemblymember José Luis Solache

Former California State Senator Isadore Hall

Former California State Assemblymember Autumn Burke

Former California State Assemblymember Mike Davis

Los Angeles County Supervisor Janice Hahn

Los Angeles City Councilmember Heather Hutt

Former Los Angeles City Councilmember Paul Koretz

Former Los Angeles City Councilmember David Ryu

LAUSD School Board Member Nick Melvoin

LAUSD School Board Member Sherlett Newbill

LAUSD School Board Member Scott Schmerelson

LAUSD School Board Member Dr. George J. McKenna III (Ret)

Compton Mayor Emma Sharif

Compton City Councilmember Lillie P. Darden

Compton City Councilmember Deidre Duhart

Compton City Councilmember Andre Spicer

Compton Unified School District Board of Trustees President Micah Ali

Compton Unified School District Board of Trustees Vice President Satra Zurita

Compton Unified School District Board of Trustees Member Michael Hooper

Compton Unified School District Board of Trustees Member Denzell Perry

Compton Unified School District Board of Trustees Member Alma-Taylor Pleasant

Compton Unified School District Board of Trustees Member Joel Estrada

Compton Unified School District Board of Trustees Member Charles Davis (Ret.)

Compton Community College District Board of Trustees Member Dr. Sharoni Denise Little

Compton Community College District Board of Trustees Member Juanita Doplemore

Los Angeles Community College District Board of Trustees Member Nichelle Henderson

Carson Mayor Pro Tem Jawane Hilton

Carson City Clerk Dr. Khaleah Bradshaw

Hawthorne Mayor Pro Tem Katrina Manning

Gardena City Councilmember Dr. Mark Henderson

Grand Terrace Councilmember Gene E. Hayes, Esq.

Inglewood City Councilmember Gloria Gray

Lynwood City Treasurer Luis Cuellar

Culver City Unified School District Board of Education Member Triston Ezidore

Culver City Unified School District Board of Education Member Andrew Lachman

Inglewood Unified School District Board of Education President Margaret Evans

Inglewood Unified School District Board of Education Member Dr. Carliss McGhee

Lynwood Unified School District Board of Education Member Gary Hardie

Pasadena Unified School District Board of Education Member Patrice Marshall McKenzie

Central Basin Municipal Water District Board of Directors Member Leticia Vasquez

Hacienda La Puente Unified School District Assistant Superintendent Dr. Rosa Perez-Isiah

President of Charles Drew University Dr. David Carlisle*

Principal at Maxine Waters Employment Preparation Center Elsa Madrid*

Local & Community Leaders

City of Los Angeles Commissioner Erma Bernard-Gibson*

Education Commissioner Bruce Boyden*

Bridge Builders Foundation Interim Executive Director James Breedlove*

Carson Small Business Owner Lori Carter*

Watts Community Activist Lottie Cleveland*

Drew League Foundation President Angela Culpepper*

Martin Luther King Jr. Democratic Club President Dr. Essie French Preston*

Volunteers of America Sr. Program Manager Craig Henry*

Compton Small Business Owner Hoskins Hogan*

Compton Parks & Recreation Commissioner Lashawn Kindle Young*

Los Angeles County Democratic Party Vice Chair Pat Sanders*

Compton Small Business Owner Kevin Ramsey*

Los Angeles Airport Police Chief Cecil Rhambo*

National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa, Beta Phi Chapter President Jill Reed*

San Pedro Dem Club President Shannon Ross*

LAAAWPAC Founder Celestine Palmer*

LAAAWPAC President Ingrid Palmer*

President Latino Chamber of Commerce Maria Villareal

Pastor KW Tulloss*

Educator and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Los Angeles South Bay Chapter President Cherona DeMesma Walzer*

Former L.A. County Democratic Party Chair Jimmie Woods Gray*

*Titles for identification purposes only

ABOUT AYANNA

Dr. Ayanna Davis is a lifelong public servant, educator, and advocate for children and working families. Born and raised in a single-parent household in Compton, California, Ayanna has deep roots in the community she now serves.

A dedicated mother, Ayanna’s commitment to service was inspired early on by her stepfather, a Fire Captain with the Compton Fire Department and President of the Firefighters Union. These formative experiences instilled in her a strong sense of purpose and a passion for uplifting others.

In 2022, Ayanna was elected to the Compton Unified School District Board of Trustees, where she currently serves as Vice President and Legislative Representative. Her career in public education spans over two decades, including 21 years as a teacher and principal in the Watts community. A proud union member from a union household, she also serves as Vice President of the Associated Administrators of Los Angeles (AALA).

A proud Democrat and grassroots organizer, Ayanna holds leadership roles across key Democratic organizations. She serves on the Executive Board of the New Frontier Democratic Club—the oldest, largest, and most influential African American Democratic Club in California—and is an elected member of the Los Angeles County Democratic Party Central Committee. She is also a California Democratic Party delegate for Assembly District 65, actively participating in both the African American Caucus and the Children’s Caucus.

A passionate advocate for children from underserved and marginalized backgrounds, Ayanna served as President of the Southern California Chapter of the California Association of Early Young Children. Her professional expertise also includes certifications in Autism Spectrum Disorders, Child Abuse and Neglect, and School Site Homeless Liaison programs.

Dr. Davis is a proud alumna of the University of Southern California, where she earned both her bachelor’s degree in Political Science and her Doctorate in Organizational Change and Leadership from the Rossier School of Education. She also holds two Master of Arts degrees in Educational Administration—one from California State University, Dominguez Hills, and the other from California State University, Northridge, with a focus on Leadership and Policy Studies.

To learn more, visit AyannaDavis.com

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