As CEO of Mutual Housing California since 2018, Roberto has sharpened our focus on race, equity, diversity and inclusion.
The son of a former farmworker, Roberto began his affordable housing career working with farmworkers in rural Oregon. H...As CEO of Mutual Housing California since 2018, Roberto has sharpened our focus on race, equity, diversity and inclusion.
The son of a former farmworker, Roberto began his affordable housing career working with farmworkers in rural Oregon. His early upbringing, education and earlier roles mean he brings a deep understanding of community-building opportunities for diverse populations of people who live in affordable multi-family housing.
With a Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of Oregon, Roberto completed the NeighborWorks® Achieving Excellence executive education program at the Harvard Kennedy School.
With a diverse background in training, writing and communications for the nonprofit sector, including expertise in advancing diversity and inclusion, Roberto has led multiple successful housing policy efforts at national level, including advocacy around issues specific to farmworkers and Latinos.
On his role as CEO of Mutual Housing California, Roberto says: “From developing affordable housing for LGBTQ seniors or Permanent Supportive Housing for the formerly homeless in Sacramento, to developing housing for farmworkers in California’s rural Central Valley, our focus is always on community.”
Winter Chaslow, HCCP, COSA
Vice President of Property Operations
Leading the largest department at Mutual Housing California since 2021, Winter is part of our Executive team, responsible for directing, administering and coordinating the daily operational activities of our property management department. With ...Leading the largest department at Mutual Housing California since 2021, Winter is part of our Executive team, responsible for directing, administering and coordinating the daily operational activities of our property management department. With scalable growth strategies as an important part of her role, Winter also helps build teams and implements necessary procedures to ensure optimal performance. She oversees maintenance, compliance, property management and training while ensuring the projects developed and acquired by Mutual Housing California remain fiscally sound, affordable and well-maintained.
Bringing not only professional skills to the role but personal ones too, Winter’s own experience of being raised in project-based housing gives her a unique perspective and understanding of our residents' situations.
Winter’s formative years were spent with her family in HUD housing and this first-hand experience of the affordable housing industry shaped her compassion and understanding of the lives and circumstances of Mutual Housing residents. She says: “Being raised in affordable housing helped pave the foundation for my role in life and career in affordable housing, tirelessly advocating for equitable treatment for all.”
Gaining a Bachelor of Science in Business Management, Winter’s early career was spent as a Montessori Master Teacher, a role which shaped her team-leading skills and approach in life to create environments and cultures for success. People-focused and a strategic thinker yet always with an open-mind, Winter takes a collaborative approach to her role, embracing creative solutions and independent thinking.
Winter has worked in the affordable housing sector since 2006, holding leadership roles in Property Management and Compliance, working for both nonprofits and for-profits in Sacramento and the Bay Area. Working for two of the largest organizations in California, Winter is adept at leading through growth and has successfully embedded this into the culture of Mutual Housing.
Ryan Cassidy
Vice President of Real Estate
Ryan joined Mutual in 2023 and oversees its Housing Development division. He spent 15 years with New York City’s leading affordable nonprofit and led the development and management of over 3,000 units of affordable housing, totaling over $750 mi...Ryan joined Mutual in 2023 and oversees its Housing Development division. He spent 15 years with New York City’s leading affordable nonprofit and led the development and management of over 3,000 units of affordable housing, totaling over $750 million. Ryan has cross divisional experience in project management, construction management, and property management. He is a leading policy voice for sustainable housing, lending his counsel to New York City Mayor’s Office of Sustainability, New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), and federal agencies. He is a national leader in affordable Passive House development including tenant in place rehab and modular projects. Ryan has a B.A. in History and Political Science from James Madison University and is a Certified Passive House Consultant.
Tejal Shah
Vice President of Community Development
Tejal Shah has had a deep commitment to the integration of community-based services with safe, affordable housing, as she has demonstrated throughout her 20-year career. After spending a brief time teaching, she worked as a transitional housing ...Tejal Shah has had a deep commitment to the integration of community-based services with safe, affordable housing, as she has demonstrated throughout her 20-year career. After spending a brief time teaching, she worked as a transitional housing case manager and a shelter supervisor at a domestic violence agency in Chicago.
Then living in the Bay Area for 13 years, she worked most of that time at the East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation (EBALDC), a community development organization with affordable housing based in Oakland. During this time, she grew EBALDC’s social service, financial service, and community organizing programs in alignment with EBALDC’s mission to build Healthy Neighborhoods.
Tejal has a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology from the University of Texas at Austin and a Master of Arts in Social Sciences from University of Chicago.
Kristen Zach
Director of Supportive Services
Since joining us in 2021, Kristen has been involved in maintaining relationships with all third-party providers at our sites, in line with our vision, policies and best practices. Working with community partners to train staff in key areas inclu...Since joining us in 2021, Kristen has been involved in maintaining relationships with all third-party providers at our sites, in line with our vision, policies and best practices. Working with community partners to train staff in key areas including Harm Reduction and Trauma Informed Care, Kristen also completes partner stabilization during PSH lease ups and with the lease up team, builds relationships for Permanent Supportive Housing at new properties.
With a Bachelor Degree in Anthropology & History from Purdue University, her Master’s in Applied Cultural Anthropology focused on Environmental Justice and working with vulnerable populations. Kristen’s career in the industry began in 2010 with New Generation Management & LTHC Homeless Services in Indiana. Prior to joining Mutual Housing, Kristen was Senior Property Manager for Mercy Housing.
Commenting on her role as our Director of Supportive Services, she says: “One of the things I really love about working for Mutual Housing is how we approach PSH with so much care and compassion. As an organization, we seek to learn and always act with care.”
Steven Root
Communications Manager
Providing communications support for the strategic growth of Mutual Housing California, Steven takes responsibility for liaising with journalists and the media, social service partnerships and inquiries from the general public.
With a degree ...Providing communications support for the strategic growth of Mutual Housing California, Steven takes responsibility for liaising with journalists and the media, social service partnerships and inquiries from the general public.
With a degree in Communications and Multimedia from California State University, his roles to date in the affordable housing arena have been diverse yet all centered around improving housing outcomes for low income Sacramento citizens.
Prior to joining us as Communications Coordinator in 2014, Steven worked with Mercy Housing, undertaking various roles including Resident Services Manager. Now as Communications Manager for Mutual Housing, Steven plays a more direct role in strategic planning and managing the Communications department.
Commenting on what his role means to him, he says: “Mutual Housing attracts team members who are equally passionate and talented. I feel tied to an unspoken bond around maximizing our individual impacts on the world through collaborating on something bigger than ourselves. A sense that together we can make positive change to systems of oppression and one day leave our pockets of Earth better than we found it.”
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