Life West welcomes new members to Board of Regents

Life Chiropractic College West appointed two new leaders to its Board of Regents: Brandon Roberts, DC, and Stephanie Ruby.

Both appointees, a Life West press release noted, bring a spirit of service, deep professional expertise and a passion for supporting Life West’s mission to educate, inspire and prepare the next generation of chiropractors.

“We are honored to welcome Dr. Brandon and Stephanie to the board. Each brings a unique perspective shaped by service, creativity, leadership and an unwavering commitment to humanity,” said Life West’s president, Peter Kevorkian, DC. “Their experience will help guide the college forward as we continue educating extraordinary chiropractors who transform lives and communities.”

Meet Brandon Roberts, DC

Roberts earned his Bachelor of Science in Pharmacology from the University of California, Santa Barbara, in 1995 and went on to graduate magna cum laude from Life Chiropractic College West in December 2001. He later served six years on the Life West Alumni Board, giving back to the college that helped launch his chiropractic career.

Today, Roberts owns Rivertown Chiropractic in Antioch, California, where he serves patients with compassion and a commitment to whole-person wellness. His dedication to service extends beyond the walls of his practice. He has volunteered on chiropractic service trips in India, supports veterans through Stand Down programs and remains engaged in community-based health outreach.

Roberts lives in California with his wife, Candice Rowlett-Ireland.

Meet Stephanie Ruby

Ruby is a nationally recognized strategist in creative communications, digital media and brand storytelling. As Senior Director of Creative Strategy at Reingold, she leads cross-channel campaigns and messaging initiatives for nonprofit, corporate and government partners.

Her work focuses on:

• Authentic storytelling
• Data-informed creative direction
• Social listening and message development
• Crisis and reputation strategy
• Short-form video and digital engagement

Ruby has partnered with organizations such as YouTube, political campaigns, restaurant groups and international nonprofits, helping them elevate their voices and strengthen their impact.

Her expertise in audience engagement and digital strategy will support Life West’s continued vision of sharing the message of chiropractic care globally.

Leading with purpose and heart

These appointments reflect Life West’s commitment to strong, diverse leadership rooted in the College’s core values, “Give. Do. Love. Serve.” Their guidance will help support Life West’s strategic growth, student success and expanding reach.

For more information, visit lifewest.edu.

About Life Chiropractic College West

Founded in 1981, Life Chiropractic College West is a leading institution dedicated to the education and training of chiropractic professionals. With campuses in The San Francisco Bay Area and Bellevue, Nebraska, the college is focused on ensuring students graduate as practice-ready, anchored by the school’s ethos of “give, do, love, serve.” Life West accomplishes that through the “Life West Advantage,” which includes more hands-on experience, a clinically-inspired curriculum, the leading chiropractic preceptorship program and a commitment to service through Global Service Trip initiatives.