GRANITE BAY, CA, October 02, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Matthew E. Harmon has been included in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Mr. Harmon has established a distinguished career marked by leadership, innovation and a commitment to community engagement. As the chairman of the Capital Lincoln Club since 2023, he has played a pivotal role in reviving the organization after it had ceased operations in the region. Working alongside colleagues and State Senator Roger Niello, Mr. Harmon helped restore the club as a vital business, political and social network.

In his current capacity, Mr. Harmon communicates with local elected officials, arranges meetings with state assembly members and manages communications such as emails and newsletters. He is currently drafting materials to inform members about upcoming campaign training opportunities and collaborates closely with the Leadership Institute to connect aspiring candidates with essential training programs.

Mr. Harmon is dedicated to encouraging younger generations, including Millennials and Generation Z, to step forward as future leaders by ensuring they are connected with organizations that foster their development. His recent participation in an event with Ambassador Richard Grenell addressing voter identification issues in California underscores his ongoing commitment to civic engagement.

Since 2011, Mr. Harmon has also served as president of Harmon Ventures, where he has demonstrated a keen ability to identify and transform real estate projects. He is particularly proud of several business deals that reflect his vision for revitalizing distressed assets, including failed residential subdivisions following the 2008 economic downturn. Among Mr. Harmon's most notable achievements is leading a group of investors in acquiring a 27-megawatt wind farm in Palm Springs out of bankruptcy and coordinating its successful sale.

From 2021 to 2024, he served as chief executive officer of Western Care Construction Company Inc., where he led efforts to ensure continuity and growth. Mr. Harmon's long-standing association with Western Care Construction Company Inc. began in 1999 when he assumed the role of vice president, a position he held until 2010.

Mr. Harmon's professional background also includes leadership in real estate development and investment. From 2007 to 2012, he served as developer and retail broker for Montano De El Dorado, where he was instrumental in advancing commercial real estate projects.

Earlier in his career, Mr. Harmon worked as a real estate developer for Arlington Gardens Care Center from 2006 to 2009, focusing on senior care communities. Additionally, he gained a decade of experience as a developer and advisory board member for The Ridge Golf Course from 1998 to 2008, where he provided strategic guidance on development projects.

Historically, Mr. Harmon contributed to the family business established by his father in the 1970s, which specialized in the development of senior care communities, including skilled nursing, independent living and assisted living facilities. This work became the foundation of his career, centered on real estate development and construction. Following his father's passing, Mr. Harmon assumed the role of chief executive officer, guiding the organization through its transition from founder-led leadership to the next generation.

In addition to his professional roles, Mr. Harmon has been deeply involved in politics. He served as a delegate supporting President Donald Trump as a California state delegate in both 2016 and 2020, and most recently participated as a delegate for the 2024 state party in Milwaukee. His passion for networking, an area in which he is recognized as an expert, has enabled him to connect people with political processes and experiences while supporting candidates and fostering meaningful engagement within the political landscape.

Mr. Harmon's educational background reflects a strong foundation in both business and technology. He pursued coursework in business at Menlo College in 1996 and further developed his technical skills with studies in microcomputer operations and systems at MTI College in Sacramento in 1999. This combination of business acumen and technical training provided Mr. Harmon with a versatile skill set that has supported his career in leadership and development.

In addition to his academic studies, Mr. Harmon has earned a range of professional certifications. These include an associate bourbon steward certification from the Stave & Thief Society, a California real estate broker's license, the Certified Commercial Investment Member designation from the CCIM Institute and a professional real estate development certificate from the Urban Land Institute. Mr. Harmon has also earned a California general building B contractor's license and a CompTIA A+ certification, in addition to completing the executive management program Winning with Jack Welch through HSM Americas.

Civic engagement has long been a central focus of Mr. Harmon's life. He is currently a supporter of The Gathering Inn and previously served on the boards of KVIE Public Television from 2009 to 2015, Seniors First between 2007 and 2010. Beyond his board service, he has also participated as a member of various other charitable initiatives. In addition, Mr. Harmon is an active member of The Sutter Club in Sacramento, reflecting his dedication to professional networking and civic involvement.

Mr. Harmon's creative endeavors include authoring "Marijuana Hater's Guide to Making a Billion Dollars from Hemp: The Next Disruptive Industry," published by Farmbridge Inc. in 2021 after nearly a decade studying cannabis across multiple countries. His research into cannabis began as a hobby but evolved into an exploration of its social and legal implications after discovering its lack of fatality risk, a finding that fueled his interest further.

Born in Sacramento, Mr. Harmon is the father of five children and enjoys cigars and traveling during his personal time. Looking ahead, he remains committed to supporting strong leadership throughout California at all levels, from school boards to state representatives, with an emphasis on promoting effective governance that addresses critical issues such as disaster prevention and resource management within the state he calls home. Mr. Harmon encourages others to engage, connect and collaborate, believing that meaningful relationships and opportunities are always within reach.

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