Our Team

The immense scale of LACAHSA’s mission attracts people who are ambitious, creative, and able to talk your ear off about housing.

Our team reflects the cultural and geographic diversity of the greater LA region, and each individual brings their unique perspective as an Angeleno to minimize our blind spots. Our folks are passionate about what they do, because there is no better feeling than working with a group of talented people who share a vision and commitment to solving our region’s biggest problems.

Interested in joining our team?

Meet the team

Ada Arevalo

Interim Chief Operations Officer

Drawing from my experience as an immigrant and a deep understanding of how access to affordable housing shapes opportunity and stability, I bring my private equity experience to help build a strong, enduring foundation for LACAHSA.

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Alim Purliyev

Senior Financial Analyst

My experience is centered on real estate financial analysis, portfolio oversight, and transaction support across mission-driven housing projects. I've worked closely on underwriting, budgeting, and deal coordination for complex real estate developments. I wanted to join LACAHSA because of the opportunity to help scale affordable housing solutions throughout Los Angeles County.

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Amanda Flores

Director of Human Resources

With over 15 years of experience in Human Resources, I bring extensive expertise in HR operations, compliance, and best practices. I am excited to be part of the LACAHSA team and contribute to building a strong HR infrastructure that supports a high-performing organization while cultivating a culture that attracts, develops, and retains top talent in support of LACAHSA’s mission and goals.

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Ashley Avena

Assistant Controller

I have years of experience in governmental accounting and audit oversight and compliance. I am passionate about using my skills to support a mission that I strongly believe in. I am elated to be at LACAHSA where I can contribute to making a positive impact in my community and to those in need.

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Brittney Weissman

Director of Technical Assistance and Intergovernmental Relations

I spent the last 15 years building cross-sector coalitions to address homelessness and behavioral health challenges across Los Angeles County. That work taught me that sustainable housing outcomes require the kind of systemic, jurisdictional alignment that only LACAHSA can provide. I joined as Director of Technical Assistance and Intergovernmental Relations and to help build exactly that infrastructure, from the ground up.

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Bolivar Vilchez

Inspector General

I bring extensive experience in oversight, audits, and regulatory compliance across public and nonprofit environments. I joined LACAHSA to help build strong, transparent systems from the ground up that protect public funds and support effective housing delivery. My focus is on accountability, measurable results, and ensuring resources reach people who need them most.

Claudia Lima

Chief Strategic Investments Officer

I bring extensive experience in community and economic development finance including affordable housing, commercial real estate, community facilities, and revitalization efforts. My skills range from underwriting of community development lending and equity investments, management of real estate funds, and real estate development. Here at LACAHSA, I help with the execution of LACAHSA’s business plan including ramping up the division that will manage a portfolio of debt and equity for the production and preservation of affordable housing projects.

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Eva Jerkins

Executive Support Associate

With over ten years of experience supporting executives and teams in the nonprofit and public sectors, I've developed and refined specialties including high-level administrative support, client relations, and complex project management. Drawn to LACAHSA's groundbreaking, human-centric, and innovative approach to problem solving, I am proud to join the team.

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Hannah Villhauer, MLA, CPP

Payroll Manager, Finance

I work behind the scenes to make sure LACAHSA staff can focus on achieving our agency goals. I have progressive experience building and improving payroll departments across sectors, and I'm passionate about making things better for my community with the tools in my toolbelt. I'm committed to positive and effective internal customer service.

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Hazel Lopez

Rental Protection and Homelessness Prevention Manager

I have extensive experience working in the housing and homelessness space. I often serve as a housing advocate and system thought partner, working collaboratively and in the best interest of the communities we serve. For me, working at LACAHSA means being part of a team that is creating a system in support of preventing Angelenos from falling into homelessness.

Hermineh Yeghikian

Financial Analyst, Strategic Investments

I have experience as a loan analyst at a private affordable housing sector, supporting financing that enabled viable and sustainable housing projects. I am excited to be at LACAHSA because of its mission to deliver scalable housing solutions and lead coordinated efforts to prevent and end homelessness across Los Angeles County.

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Dr. Holly Henderson

Deputy Chief Compliance Officer

I bring more than 15 years of experience strengthening accountability, internal controls, and financial stewardship in complex government environments. I am committed to supporting LACAHSA’s mission by helping build a strong compliance foundation that protects public resources, strengthens public trust, and advances housing stability across Los Angeles County.

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Joey Chavez

Technology Operations Specialist

I am an experienced IT professional with a passion for building systems that are efficient, scalable, and secure. Whether it's cloud infrastructure, automation, AI, or streamlining operations, I enjoy creating solutions that make a real impact for the community that we serve.

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Julie Leadbetter

Chief Programs Officer

I bring deep experience leading homelessness prevention, affordable housing, and large-scale systems change across nonprofit and government sectors. I am excited to work at LACAHSA to build strong, accountable regional systems that expand renter protections and keep people across Los Angeles County safely housed.

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KeAndra Cylear-Dodds

Chief Housing Policy and Program Officer

I am a passionate community development professional with over 15 years of progressive experience working at nonprofits and at all levels of government, developing and enforcing policy; supporting equitable and resilient development and organizations; and engaging non-profit, public, and private partners in the pursuit of improved public services and policy. At LACAHSA, I lead the development and implementation of strategic housing policy initiatives to keep Angelinos housed, expand housing access, and support a net increase in affordable housing.

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Louisa Amott

Chief Human Resources Officer

I bring more than 20 years of experience leading people strategy across the public, nonprofit, and private sectors, with a focus on results-driven leadership, equity, and employee well-being. I have played key leadership roles at organizations including Alteryx, Staples, and Gorilla Logic, and serve as a trusted advisor and speaker on organizational culture and development. At LACAHSA, I lead talent strategy, organizational development, and culture-building.

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Michelle Gallarza

Associate, Intergovernmental Relations

I am a born and raised Angeleno and urban planner who is committed to advancing housing affordability and equitable development across our region. My passion for public service is fueled by experiences living and working in under-resourced communities of color and belief in the power of local government to deliver tangible results for the public good.

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Remineh B.

Accounts Payable Accountant

I bring experience in finance operations, compliance-focused workflows, and process improvement within mission-driven organizations. My work is driven by a commitment to contribute to work that directly serves people and communities in need. I'm excited for the opportunity with LACAHSA to help build efficient systems from the ground up while ensuring accountability and transparency.

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Richmond McMurray

Interim Chief Financial Officer

I have over 15 years of experience spanning finance, accounting and legal practice. I'm excited to be a part of an agency that seeks to bring innovative solutions to those facing housing insecurity. I am motivated to alleviate suffering; providing greater housing security to those residents of the county that I proudly call home is one meaningful way to do so.

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Ryan Olson

Controller, Finance

I am a seasoned financial leader with deep experience in nonprofit and public sector accounting, data systems, and operational strategy. I was inspired to work with LACAHSA so that I could help build an organization that can serve as a model for helping solve housing affordability and the homelessness that is caused by the lack of availability.

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Seyron Foo

Chief Engagement & Intergovermental Relations Officer

I bring extensive experience across philanthropy, advocacy, and government to realize a Los Angeles where all residents can afford to call the region home. My work has spanned leading strategic grantmaking and policy strategies, building cross-sector partnerships, and working in state and local government. I am motivated to work at LACAHSA aligning governance, financing, and accountability to increase affordable housing production, protect renters, prevent homelessness, and strengthen local government capacity across the county.

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Shannon Castleberry-Williams

Manager of Talent Acquisition and People Experience

I am a dynamic, people-first leader in talent and workforce strategy with over a decade of success advancing inclusive, scalable talent operations across private, public, and mission-driven organizations. My experience includes leading innovative approaches to recruitment, recruitment marketing, onboarding, and workforce infrastructure. I joined LACAHSA to use my passion and expertise at the intersection of talent, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and to help build a high-performing agency committed to sustainable, equitable housing solutions for Los Angeles County.

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Shawna R. Glover

Operations Specialist

I am an Operations Specialist focused on building clear, scalable operational systems through strong SOPs, policies, and technology-enabled best practices. My work centers on improving efficiency, consistency, and compliance to support organizational performance. I was drawn to LACAHSA for the opportunity to help build durable infrastructure from the ground up in service of equitable, people-centered outcomes.

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Tommy Newman

Chief of Staff

My experience is rooted in building coalitions and leading projects that tackle big challenges. I love the opportunity that LACAHSA represents: meaningful resources, fresh eyes, and a mandate to drive change forward.

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