Melanie and Richard Flamminio

W. David Baird Distinguished Lecture Series

Benefactors of the W. David Baird Distinguished Lecture Series

"We chose to endow this lecture Series because we want to honor Dean Baird's service to Pepperdine and the Malibu community. Along with our gift comes our entrusted wish that all who participate in the lecture series speaker selection will choose individuals who represent the level of excellence that will broaden the educational experience and exemplify Dr. Baird's unwavering commitment to integrity and service."

Richard is the president of Umina Bros., Inc. and Melanie is a professional singer—known through the music world as M.E. Paige. They are the proud parents of Anthony, a graduate of Chapman, and Amber, a graduate of USC and Pepperdine, Graduate School of Education and Psychology.