Neil Sails On
More than 150 guests celebrated the distinguished City career of Neil Guglielmo, General Manager, Los Angeles City Employees Retirement System (LACERS). Neil retires with 34 years of City service.
The reception was held March 13 in the LACEA commission board room. The theme was Neil’s fondness for sailing and fishing.
The reception was attended by friends, family, former co-workers, and new employees and General Managers alike.
“Food is love” – Neil’s phrase was mentioned many times during the reception, which featured many food items.
A longtime Club Member, Neil served several terms on the Club Board.
Congratulations on your career of great public service, Neil! And thanks for all you have done for the Club.
Neil’s Career
Here’s a breakdown of Neil’s distinguished City career:
1990 – Assistant Park Services Attendant II, Rec and Parks
1992 – Special Program Assistant III, Rec and Parks
1995 – Management Assistant, Aging
1996 – Mayoral Aide II, Mayor’s Office
1996 – Administrative Analyst, CAO
2000 – Sr. Administrative Analyst I, CAO
2001 – Sr. Management Analyst II, Public Works/Sanitation
2002 – Sr. Management Analyst II, CAO,
2003 – Revenue Manager, Office of Finance
2003 – Sr. Management Analyst II, Public Works/Sanitation
2004 – Chief Management Analyst, Rec and Parks
2005 – Chief Management Analyst, Public Works/Sanitation
2011 – Assistant General Manager, Housing
2012 – Chief Financial Officer, Public Works/Sanitation
2013 – Executive Assistant to the General Manager, LADWP
2015 – Assistant General Manager and Chief Engineer, LADWP
2017– Chief Financial Officer, LADWP
2018 – General Manager, LACERS
2025 – Retirement
The Club Honors Neil
The following is a message from Club CEO, Robert Larios, on Neil’s service to the City and the Club.
Dear Neil,
Congratulations on your retirement!
It’s truly an honor to reflect on the many contributions you’ve made throughout your remarkable career with the City of Los Angeles. Your tireless dedication, inspiring leadership, and unwavering commitment to public service have impacted countless lives—including mine. I had the privilege of seeing you serve as a board member for the Employees Club of California, where your insights and leadership helped strengthen our mission of honoring and uplifting public employees. Your belief in fostering a sense of belonging carried through every initiative you touched, leaving a legacy as enduring as it is meaningful.
Your ability to lead with both strength and kindness has set an extraordinary example for all of us. You’ve shown that leadership isn’t just about decisions made in boardrooms but about the lives you touch along the way. The humor and humanity you brought to every interaction made challenging moments lighter and wins even more joyful. You truly created a sense of community wherever you went.
Neil, your work during moments of transformation—whether navigating LACERS through challenges or attending to the needs of retirees—illustrates a thoughtfulness and care that will long be remembered. You’ve inspired not only your teams but also those who had the privilege of working alongside you. I’m certain your legacy will serve as a foundation for those who follow.
This next chapter is a well-deserved opportunity to focus on family, your passions, and maybe a bit more fishing. Knowing you, I’m sure this new adventure will be approached with the same humor, warmth, and dedication you’ve always shown.
On behalf of the entire Employees Club of California, thank you for your years of service and leadership to the City of Los Angeles and California. We are better because of you. May the coming years bring nothing but happiness, fulfillment, and many well-deserved memories.
Best wishes,
Robert Larios
President & CEO, Los Angeles City Employees
Association & Employees Club of California
