Pat and Bill Podlich are being celebrated for the generosity, wisdom and diligence they bring to their giving to our community. After co-founding PIMCO (Pacific Investment Management Companies) in 1971, Bill led the firm to become the nation’s pre-eminent manager of fixed-income securities during his 22-year tenure as the chief executive. He now serves as a Consulting Managing Director for the firm, and with his wife finds great joy in giving back to the community. For the past 10 years, they have focused their time, resources, and leadership in four primary areas: education, building local philanthropy, civic engagement, and the arts. The Podlichs have been prominent in supporting the Southern California charter schools movement and have advocated the spirit and practice of democracy by endowing a fellowship for graduate students at UC Irvine, where he is an active member of the UCI Foundation Board. Additionally, Bill serves on the boards of the Business Committee for the Arts, Orange County’s Pacific Symphony Orchestra and the Orange County Community Foundation. The Podlichs are admired for their sincere altruism and giving spirit.