Steven C. Padis of the Ascension Cathedral in Oakland, CA, was invested as Archon in 2013 and conferred with the offikion Exarchos.

Archon Padis is a major benefactor of his parish and of the Holy Metropolis of San Francisco. He also assisted in ensuring the passage of the Freedom of Religion Resolution in the California State Legislature.

Archon Padis is a successful jeweler, who owns vineyards noted for their fine wines.