Ambassador Candace A. Bond is a diplomatic strategist and civic leader focused on strengthening communities through effective policy, partnership, and innovation.
meet candace
Two Decades of Leadership
Across Diplomacy,
Business & Public Service
With more than twenty years of experience at the highest levels of public service, Candace Bond has built a reputation for guiding governments, executive teams, and community leaders.
She brings diplomatic precision, strategic foresight, and a collaborative, solutions-driven approach to every engagement. Her work has shaped regional security, expanded economic opportunity, and strengthened partnerships across
the Americas.
Candace A. Bond
Two Decades of Leadership Across Diplomacy, Business &
Public Service
With more than twenty years of experience at the highest levels
of public service, Candace Bond has built a reputation for guiding governments, executive teams,
and community leaders.
She brings diplomatic precision, strategic foresight, and a collaborative, solutions-driven approach to every engagement.
Her work has shaped regional security, expanded economic opportunity, and strengthened partnerships across the Americas.
Candace A. Bond
Ambassador Candace A. Bond is widely recognized for her visionary leadership, ability to build partnerships, and her skill in transforming organizations through innovative solutions.
Her diplomatic approach is characterized by strong negotiation skills, inclusivity,
and fostering cross-sector collaboration. Bond excels in guiding complex projects
in energy, education, health, and housing, while being committed to equity,
sustainability, and strategic problem-solving
WHERE CANDACE LEADS
Ms. Bond currently serves as Interim City Manager of Malibu, California, leading one of the state's most complex disaster recovery efforts following the devastating 2024 Palisades fires. She oversees inter-agency coordination with state and federal partners, manages multi-billion-dollar rebuilding initiatives, and directs the city's fiscal and environmental recovery while ensuring transparent, community-centered governance.
Ambassador Candace Bond is
widely recognized for her visionary leadership, ability to build partnerships, and her skill in transforming organizations through innovative solutions.
Her diplomatic approach is characterized by strong negotiation skills, inclusivity,
and fostering cross-sector collaboration. Bond excels in guiding complex projects
in energy, education, health, and housing, while being committed to equity,
sustainability, and strategic problem-solving.
WHERE CANDACE LEADS
- MALIBU MAYOR RIGGINS
"I would like to extend our sincere gratitude to Interim City Manager Candace Bond for her professionalism, steadiness, and commitment to the City during this important period. Candace has provided consistent leadership, maintained operational continuity, and supported both staff and the City Council with clarity and dedication. Her service has been invaluable, and we are deeply appreciative of her contributions."
