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With over three decades of experience in managing, streamlining, and enhancing the operations of enterprises, Sheila excels at identifying complex issues and creating innovative solutions that drive organizational performance. Leaving the corporate world, Sheila joined Front Porch to fulfill her passion for serving older adults. As Senior Director of Home Match and Market Day she has been able to blend her passion and expertise to help combat food insecurity and the severe housing crisis in California. Sheila loves working collaboratively with teams to bring visions into fruition. Outside of work, she enjoys the outdoors, reading and spending quality time with family, especially her grandchildren!
Contact: swomack@frontporch.net
Luke completed his BA in International Relations at San Francisco State University and his MA in Human Geography at the University of British Columbia where he also taught as a Sessional Lecturer and advanced to candidacy in the Human Geography PhD program conducting research on the history of cities and critical pedagogy. Luke’s participatory research into health and wellbeing in urban communities led him to transition from his university career into non-profit community work with organizations in Vancouver, BC, and the San Francisco Bay Area. Luke brings a deep understanding of the history of cities and urban planning to bear in developing creative solutions for contemporary urban issues like housing shortages and environmental degradation. Outside of work Luke carries on his passion for philosophy and poetry in conversation with the liminal spaces between natural and urban landscapes.
Contact: LBarnesmoore@FrontPorch.net
Lucie received a BA in International Relations from San Francisco State University and a Master of International Forestry with a focus on community forest management from the University of British Columbia. She has 14 years of experience working for non-profits in diverse environments, and a passion for engaging with the public via varied mediums. Though Lucie’s studies and career have been diverse, they have all been grounded in service to and strengthening of communities. In her down time Lucie enjoys walking in the woods, spending quality time with friends, and exploring philosophy across disciplines.
Languages: English, German
Contact: LAshley@FrontPorch.net
Nan has a BA in history from UC Berkeley and a MA and PhD in American Studies from Brown University. She has worked for many years as a professor, most recently at San Francisco State University. Her research interests range from the history of San Francisco’s LGBTQ communities to the impact of San Francisco’s tourism economy on gentrification and neighborhood development. Nan has also been involved in the local and national preservation of LGBTQ historical sites through various planning and preservation agencies and nonprofit leadership through multiple terms served on the board of the GLBT Historical Society. She is a thoughtful and experienced leader who has been engaged with the history and practice of San Francisco’s neighborhood politics for decades. She brings to Front Porch and Home Match a deep desire to support the housing security and economic stability of San Francisco’s aging populations, particularly those who have contributed to the art and culture of the city’ rapidly changing neighborhood communities.
Contact: nboyd@frontporch.net
Brenna completed her BS at Illinois State University and her JD at Suffolk University Law School. Brenna’s previous roles include working on behalf of wrongfully convicted individuals in the criminal legal system as well as with survivors of violence. Home Match is Brenna’s first role in the Bay Area and she is excited to work within the communities of Alameda County. In her free time, Brenna enjoys reading, yoga, and attending concerts.
Contact: blamusga@frontporch.net
Originally from Oakland, Rachel lived in Los Angeles working in the music industry, from being a personal artist manager, to record label owner, to VP at Disney, launching their pop label Hollywood Records. After 25 years, she felt a new calling in life: working with seniors. First, she was a Program Director at Rebuilding Together Oakland, then for St. Vincent DePaul, and on to Director of Acting Living and Transportation at Lake Park Senior Community. Finally, she has landed at Home Match! She recently moved to San Leandro, and likes spending her time on long walks with her dogs, and considers herself a voracious reader and experiential cook.
Contact: ramatthews@frontporch.net
Logan completed her BA in Psychology from San Francisco State University and her MBA in Organizational Leadership from University of California-Davis. She has over 10 years of experience working with diverse populations through social work and non-profits. Logan finds motivation and drive through the ability to help individuals in the county she grew up in—Contra Costa County. In her free time Logan enjoys spending time with her two dogs and her family as well as doing anything creative from crafts to singing.
Languages: English, Spanish
Contact: lrobertson@frontporch.net
Joey received a BA in Psychology from the University of Puget Sound. Joey has been working in applied social work for the past 4 years focusing on low-income, and neuro-divergent communities. With Home Match, Joey is excited to apply his knowledge to support program participants as they seek secure housing. In his down time Joey enjoys spending time with his dog and exploring everything the Bay Area has to offer.
Contact: jfisher@frontporch.net
Merrie graduated from U.C. Davis in 2015, earning a bachelor’s degree in psychology. Since then, she has gathered experience in behavioral health assisting adults in re-entry as well as working with children with autism. With Home Match, Merrie is excited to support older adults with their housing needs and goals. In her free time, Merrie enjoys spending time with her pug, exploring new places and restaurants in the Bay Area, and cooking new recipes.
Contact: MKeoduangkham@FrontPorch.net
Victor completed his BA in Business Administration at Del Valle de Atemajac University or UNIVA in Guadalajara, Mexico. He has 3 years of experience assisting low-income seniors and persons with disabilities living under Public Housing and Housing Authority in a relocation program. He is interested in modern sociology, technology, human behavior, human experience and human interactions. Victor loves to spend time with family, hang out with friends, loves dogs, practices yoga, hikes, and enjoys meditation. Victor recognizes the current housing crisis and desires to be part of the solution.
Languages: English, Spanish
Contact: VFORD@frontporch.net
Kathy holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and Management from San Francisco State University. With over 5 years of professional experience in the housing industry, her focus has been on compliance and leasing, ensuring seamless and lawful housing solutions for clients. At Home Match, Kathy is enthusiastic about leveraging her expertise and multilingual abilities to address the diverse linguistic needs of our communities. Fluent in both Cantonese and Mandarin, she plays a pivotal role in facilitating effective communication and understanding among our clientele. Outside of her professional endeavors, Kathy finds joy in spending quality time with friends and family. She’s also an avid advocate for a healthy lifestyle, embracing exercise and enjoys exploring new destinations through her love for travel.
Languages: English, Cantonese, Mandarin
Contact: kchan@frontporch.net
As an advocate for older adults, Andrea joined Home Match to provide a proven solution to the housing crisis for the Bay Area’s aging population. With her experience in overseeing operations for a real estate investment organization as well as managing home health care for seniors, she brings expertise in streamlining processes to create smooth and successful transitions for program participants. In her free time, Andrea loves spending time with family and friends, biking in Golden Gate Park, and stopping to pet every dog along the way.
Contact: alazorik@frontporch.net
With over two decades of corporate sales experience and ten years as a real estate professional, Jennifer believes that housing is a fundamental right for all people. She specializes in relationship management and looks forward to building strong connections through Home Match’s creative home sharing program. Jennifer is a licensed CA real estate broker and GA real estate sales person, who enjoys spending time with family, friends, baking, and interior design.
Contact: jcriddle@frontporch.net