Helene Schneider

Helene Schneider is a Democratic Party politician from the United States, born in 1970. Her career in politics led her to serve as the mayor of Santa Barbara, California, a position she held from 2010 to 2018. Initially elected in 2009, she succeeded Marty Blum as mayor and went on to secure a second term in 2013. Prior to her mayoral tenure, Schneider worked in the non-profit sector, specifically as the director of human resources for the Planned Parenthood affiliate that serves Santa Barbara, Ventura, and San Luis Obispo counties.

Schneider's political aspirations extended beyond her mayoral role, as evidenced by her candidacy for California's 24th congressional district in 2016. As a member of the Jewish community, her background reflects the diversity often seen in American politics. Throughout her career, Schneider has demonstrated a commitment to public service, transitioning from her work in human resources to elected office and seeking to represent her community at various levels of government. Her tenure as mayor of Santa Barbara and her bid for congressional office underscore her engagement with the political process and her efforts to contribute to the governance of her region.