My Bio
Meet Andreas Farmakalidis
Andreas Farmakalidis is a proud resident of the San Fernando Valley and a candidate for California State Assembly District 40. With a diverse background in education, business, and community leadership, Andreas is dedicated to advancing meaningful reforms that empower students, support local businesses, and strengthen our community.
As an adjunct faculty member at the California College of Music, Andreas has seen firsthand how critical it is to prepare students with real-world skills that open doors to future careers. He has also served as a consultant for the European Union and local government groups, advising on education reform and sustainable growth.
Beyond the classroom, Andreas is a successful business leader. He founded **California MusicBox** and **MusicBox MusicShop**, thriving community hubs that combine music, entrepreneurship, and workforce development. As President of the **North Valley Chamber of Commerce**, Andreas has helped connect businesses and residents to drive local economic opportunity. He also serves on the boards of the **Granada Hills Rotary**, **Anchor Bell Lodge #868**, **Valley Industry and Commerce Association**, and the **United Chambers of Commerce**.
Andreas is running for State Assembly to champion policies that:
* **Expand access to quality education and career training**
* **Build partnerships between schools and local businesses**
* **Ensure equity and opportunity for every student and family**
Independent of special interests, Andreas brings a fresh perspective and a proven track record of practical problem-solving. His mission is simple: **put our community first and unlock its full potential.**
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My Key Issues
Education
“I am committed to investing in our schools and will fight to ensure every student in AD 40 has access to smaller class sizes, strong teachers, safe schools, and real pathways to college, career, and the arts—while supporting and retaining the dedicated teachers and faculty who make it possible.”
Public safety
I want to enhance community policing by fostering stronger partnerships between law enforcement and neighborhoods, emphasizing trust, accountability, and collaboration. His goal is to create safer communities through prevention, transparency, and mutual respect
Supporting Small Businesses
I support in investing in local businesses by promoting economic growth within the community, encouraging entrepreneurship, and creating opportunities that benefit both small business owners and residents. He emphasizes policies that strengthen the local economy and sustain neighborhood vitality.
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