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Our
Team

United by a shared vision of better housing options for all, our small team comprises experts in policy, advocacy, fundraising, and management.

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Alan Ballew

Chief Financial Officer (Interim)

Alan drives sustainable change and maximizes financial performance for the organization.

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Anjali Kolachalam

Research & Policy Manager

Anjali is the primary source of policy knowledge to our staff and Up for Growth members.

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Eleanor Green

Membership Associate

Eleanor is responsible for ensuring Up for Growth members have an excellent onboarding and renewal experience.

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Jenna Turnage

Director of Development

Jenna ensures that Up for Growth is properly resourced to accomplish its mission.

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Kecia Easley

Membership Director

Kecia is responsible for ensuring an excellent end-to-end membership journey at Up for Growth.

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Leah MacArthur

Chief Operating Officer

Leah is responsible for driving sustainable organizational change.

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Mike Kingsella

Chief Executive Officer

Mike is responsible for leading the organization to achieve its strategic vision. He has over two decades of experience in housing policy, community development, and urban planning.

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Omar Joyce

Operations Manager

Omar is responsible for making Up for Growth a great place to work with and work for.

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Robert Leatherwood

Controller (Interim)

Robert is responsible for the management of Up for Growth's financial operations.

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