Port of San Diego Welcomes Danielle Moore as Newest Port Commissioner
Contact: Marguerite Elicone, 619-686-6281, melicone@portofsandiego.org
The Port of San Diego welcomes Danielle Moore as the newest commissioner to represent the City of San Diego. On March 16, 2022, Commissioner Moore was sworn in by Port District Clerk Donna Morales, who administered the oath of office.
“Danielle’s knowledge and expertise in renewable energy, infrastructure, and finance will greatly benefit the Port as we move forward with our Maritime Clean Air Strategy initiatives and critical infrastructure projects,” said Chairman Dan Malcolm, Port of San Diego Board of Port Commissioners. “On behalf of the Board of Port Commissioners, I welcome Commissioner Danielle Moore and look forward to her collaboration with the Board, Port staff, our tenants, and our neighboring communities.”
The Port is governed by a seven-member board, of which three members are appointed by the City of San Diego and one each is appointed by the Cities of Chula Vista, Coronado, Imperial Beach and National City.
“As the Port seeks greener and cleaner energy sources through large state and federal infrastructure investments,” said Vice Chairman Rafael Castellanos. “Danielle’s renewable energy expertise will help the Port achieve greater investments in solar energy, advancements in shore power, and expanded installation of electric vehicle charging stations and microgrids.”
A native San Diegan, Commissioner Moore has over a decade of experience as an attorney and her current practice focuses on the renewable energy industry. Commissioner Moore currently serves on the board of The New Children’s Museum. She is also a member of the Earl B. Gilliam Bar Association and San Diego Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Commissioner Moore is a graduate of the Howard University School of Law, a historically Black university in Washington D.C. where she was a Merit Scholar. She is also a graduate of Stanford University and the recipient of the Stanford Alumni Association’s Award of Merit for her volunteer service. Commissioner Moore is an alumna of the San Diego School for the Creative and Performing Arts in Paradise Hills, Aaron Price Fellows Program in San Diego, and Capital Fellows Program in Sacramento.
Commissioner Moore lives in Mission Valley with her family and looks forward to making the Port’s Working Waterfront a state and national leader in environmental sustainability and green initiatives.
About THE Port of San Diego
The Port of San Diego serves the people of California as a specially created district, balancing multiple uses on 34 miles along San Diego Bay spanning five cities. Collecting no tax dollars, the Port manages a diverse portfolio to generate revenues that support vital public services and amenities.
The Port champions Maritime, Waterfront Development, Public Safety, Experiences and Environment, all focused on enriching the relationship people and businesses have with our dynamic waterfront. From cargo and cruise terminals to hotels and restaurants, from marinas to museums, from 22 public parks to countless events, the Port contributes to the region’s prosperity and remarkable way of life on a daily basis.