The Lompoc Valley Flower Festival proudly recognizes Dave Baker as this year’s Grand Marshal. A lifelong Lompoc resident and Lompoc High School graduate (Class of 1993), Dave has dedicated his life to serving his community both professionally and personally.

With 28 years in the fire service, Dave began his career with the Vandenberg HotShots and now serves as a Captain with the Carpinteria-Summerland Fire Protection District. He has played key leadership roles in major incidents across California and is a Lead Instructor at Allan Hancock College’s Fire Academy.

Deeply committed to giving back, Dave has volunteered extensively throughout Lompoc as a youth sports coach, community leader, and advocate. He serves as Lead Coordinator for the Every 15 Minutes program, Chairman of the Lompoc Trails and River Bend Bike Park Committee, and Commissioner for the City of Lompoc Parks and Recreation Department. He has also led numerous fundraising efforts supporting cancer awareness and local families in need.

Dave and his wife, Teresa (Dr. T), have three children: Cameron, Aubrianna, and Raymond.

A humble leader who credits his teams for every success, Dave has been honored with numerous awards, including Lompoc Valley Man of the Year, the Gladiator Award, and the Rotary Club Paul Harris Fellow Award.

The Flower Festival is honored to celebrate Dave Baker’s lasting impact on the Lompoc community.