Our Staff
Kevin Zwick, Executive Director
Kevin has served as the Executive Director of Housing Trust of Santa Clara County since October 2008. He has been awarded the national distinction as a 2010 Young Leader Award by Affordable Housing Finance magazine. Kevin brings over ten years of experience in community development to this role. Prior to joining HTSCC, Kevin was Director of Housing Development and Deputy Executive Director of Affordable Housing Associates, a nonprofit affordable housing developer in Berkeley, CA. While there, Kevin oversaw the development of fifteen affordable housing communities throughout Alameda and Sonoma Counties totaling over 600 new units of housing for seniors, working families, people with special needs, artists, and emancipated foster youth. Previously, Kevin worked as a Loan Officer at Lenders for Community Development, now Opportunity Fund, in San Jose. Kevin received a Master's Degree in nonprofit administration (MNA) from the University of San Francisco, and graduated magna cum laude with a degree in sociology from the University of California at Berkeley.
Kevin has served as the Executive Director of Housing Trust of Santa Clara County since October 2008. He has been awarded the national distinction as a 2010 Young Leader Award by Affordable Housing Finance magazine. Kevin brings over ten years of experience in community development to this role. Prior to joining HTSCC, Kevin was Director of Housing Development and Deputy Executive Director of Affordable Housing Associates, a nonprofit affordable housing developer in Berkeley, CA. While there, Kevin oversaw the development of fifteen affordable housing communities throughout Alameda and Sonoma Counties totaling over 600 new units of housing for seniors, working families, people with special needs, artists, and emancipated foster youth. Previously, Kevin worked as a Loan Officer at Lenders for Community Development, now Opportunity Fund, in San Jose. Kevin received a Master's Degree in nonprofit administration (MNA) from the University of San Francisco, and graduated magna cum laude with a degree in sociology from the University of California at Berkeley.
Maureen Shilling, Director of Finance and Operations
Maureen has served as Controller of the Housing Trust since January 2009 managing the organization's finance and human resources functions. Maureen has experience working in both the private and non-profit sector since becoming a licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with the State of California in 1984. Previously Maureen served as CFO for First Guardian Group, an acquisition and property management firm. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in accounting from Santa Clara University.
Maureen has served as Controller of the Housing Trust since January 2009 managing the organization's finance and human resources functions. Maureen has experience working in both the private and non-profit sector since becoming a licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with the State of California in 1984. Previously Maureen served as CFO for First Guardian Group, an acquisition and property management firm. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in accounting from Santa Clara University.
Jessica Garcia-Kohl, Director of Development and Public Affairs
Jessica currently serves as the director of development and public affairs, managing fund development, government relations and communications. She began working for the Housing Trust in October 2008. Prior to working at the Housing Trust, Jessica worked for the mayor of the City of San Jose as a senior policy analyst on issues of land use, economic development, housing and homelessness prevention. Previously, she ran Community Solutions' emergency shelter for battered women and their children in South Santa Clara County. Jessica holds Master's Degrees in public health and public policy from the University of California, Berkeley, and a Bachelor's Degree from Brandeis University.
Jessica currently serves as the director of development and public affairs, managing fund development, government relations and communications. She began working for the Housing Trust in October 2008. Prior to working at the Housing Trust, Jessica worked for the mayor of the City of San Jose as a senior policy analyst on issues of land use, economic development, housing and homelessness prevention. Previously, she ran Community Solutions' emergency shelter for battered women and their children in South Santa Clara County. Jessica holds Master's Degrees in public health and public policy from the University of California, Berkeley, and a Bachelor's Degree from Brandeis University.
Dan Lachman, Director of Homebuyer Programs
Dan has served as the Housing Trust's Homeownership Program Manager since February 2009 managing the agency's first-time homebuyer programs. Dan manages the Purchase Assistance Loan (PAL) program funded out of the Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP2). Previously, Dan served as the Executive Director of the Alameda Development Corporation, a non-profit housing developer. He received his Master's Degree in city planning from the University of California, Berkeley, and his bachelor's degree from the University of Chicago.
Dan has served as the Housing Trust's Homeownership Program Manager since February 2009 managing the agency's first-time homebuyer programs. Dan manages the Purchase Assistance Loan (PAL) program funded out of the Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP2). Previously, Dan served as the Executive Director of the Alameda Development Corporation, a non-profit housing developer. He received his Master's Degree in city planning from the University of California, Berkeley, and his bachelor's degree from the University of Chicago.
Sandra Murillo, Grants Administrator
Sandra Murillo, a long-time Santa Clara County resident, joined the Housing Trust in January 2012 as Grants Administrator. Sandra will oversee the administration of federal and local grant programs. She comes with extensive experience in grant administration and management, in addition to strong financial and underwriting skills.
Sandra joined the Trust after 20 years of employment with the City of San Jose’s Housing Department, where she administered over $17 million in federal entitlement grant funds and more recently $31 million including federal stimulus funding. She comes with demonstrated strengths in policy development and program planning, budgeting and financial analysis. Sandra has developed and maintains strong relationships with the nonprofit community, which will complement her efforts as Grants Administrator. Prior to grant management, Sandra managed the Housing Rehabilitation Program loan underwriting unit.
Sandra also holds seats on the City of San Jose’s Work2Future Youth Council Committee, and Neighborhood Housing Services Silicon Valley. She attended San Jose State University’s School of Business Administration Management.
Sandra Murillo, a long-time Santa Clara County resident, joined the Housing Trust in January 2012 as Grants Administrator. Sandra will oversee the administration of federal and local grant programs. She comes with extensive experience in grant administration and management, in addition to strong financial and underwriting skills.
Sandra joined the Trust after 20 years of employment with the City of San Jose’s Housing Department, where she administered over $17 million in federal entitlement grant funds and more recently $31 million including federal stimulus funding. She comes with demonstrated strengths in policy development and program planning, budgeting and financial analysis. Sandra has developed and maintains strong relationships with the nonprofit community, which will complement her efforts as Grants Administrator. Prior to grant management, Sandra managed the Housing Rehabilitation Program loan underwriting unit.
Sandra also holds seats on the City of San Jose’s Work2Future Youth Council Committee, and Neighborhood Housing Services Silicon Valley. She attended San Jose State University’s School of Business Administration Management.
Julie Quinn, Homeownership Program Associate
Julie has served as Homeownership Program Associate of the Housing Trust since July 2010. Julie is responsible for assisting the Homeownership Program Manager underwrite, market and develop homebuyer loan programs. Julie assists with underwriting PAL NSP2 loans and marketing the homebuyer programs to officers, real estate brokers, and potential homebuyers. Prior to joining the Housing Trust Julie worked for Neighborhood Housing Services Silicon Valley raising funds for first-time homebuyer and foreclosure intervention counseling programs. Previously she managed the community development loan portfolio for the City of Durham, NC. Julie has experience working in housing development and program management in both the public and private sectors. She holds a Master’s Degree in urban planning from the University of Southern California, and a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of California, San Diego.
Julie has served as Homeownership Program Associate of the Housing Trust since July 2010. Julie is responsible for assisting the Homeownership Program Manager underwrite, market and develop homebuyer loan programs. Julie assists with underwriting PAL NSP2 loans and marketing the homebuyer programs to officers, real estate brokers, and potential homebuyers. Prior to joining the Housing Trust Julie worked for Neighborhood Housing Services Silicon Valley raising funds for first-time homebuyer and foreclosure intervention counseling programs. Previously she managed the community development loan portfolio for the City of Durham, NC. Julie has experience working in housing development and program management in both the public and private sectors. She holds a Master’s Degree in urban planning from the University of Southern California, and a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of California, San Diego.
Barbara Oertli, Marketing Communications Associate
Barbara joined the Housing Trust in March of 2010, and is responsible for marketing collateral, website updates and social media outreach. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Studio Art from San Jose State University, and a Certificate in Web Design and Development from University of California, Santa Cruz. Barbara has over twenty years experience in visual design, illustration and marketing communications.
Barbara joined the Housing Trust in March of 2010, and is responsible for marketing collateral, website updates and social media outreach. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Studio Art from San Jose State University, and a Certificate in Web Design and Development from University of California, Santa Cruz. Barbara has over twenty years experience in visual design, illustration and marketing communications.
Mai Cat, Staff Accountant
Mai has served as an Accountant with the Housing Trust since August 2004. She is responsible for daily accounting activities including managing accounts payable, assisting with month-end close and preparation of donor reports. Mai has a Bachelor's Degree in business management from San Jose State University and has over ten years of accounting experience.
Mai has served as an Accountant with the Housing Trust since August 2004. She is responsible for daily accounting activities including managing accounts payable, assisting with month-end close and preparation of donor reports. Mai has a Bachelor's Degree in business management from San Jose State University and has over ten years of accounting experience.
Jeanette Ruiz-Granada, Loan Administrator
Jeanette Granada joined the Housing Trust as Office Administrator and Loan Processor in November 2008. Jeanette is in charge of processing the Housing Trust's closing cost and mortgage assistance loans. Prior to joining the Housing Trust, Jeanette was an Escrow Assistant for five years at LandAmerica Commonwealth Title. She brings more than fifteen years of experience in the real estate industry to this position.
Jeanette Granada joined the Housing Trust as Office Administrator and Loan Processor in November 2008. Jeanette is in charge of processing the Housing Trust's closing cost and mortgage assistance loans. Prior to joining the Housing Trust, Jeanette was an Escrow Assistant for five years at LandAmerica Commonwealth Title. She brings more than fifteen years of experience in the real estate industry to this position.
Stephanie Waltz, Operations Manager
Stephanie joined the Housing Trust in October of 2010 as the Executive Assistant, and was promoted to Operations Manager in October 2011. She is responsible for managing daily administrative activities, assisting with development and executive projects, and office management. Stephanie has a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of California, San Diego. Previously, Stephanie has worked as the Fund Development Manager for Family Supportive Housing in San Jose and Meals on Wheels in San Diego.
Stephanie joined the Housing Trust in October of 2010 as the Executive Assistant, and was promoted to Operations Manager in October 2011. She is responsible for managing daily administrative activities, assisting with development and executive projects, and office management. Stephanie has a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of California, San Diego. Previously, Stephanie has worked as the Fund Development Manager for Family Supportive Housing in San Jose and Meals on Wheels in San Diego.
Adria Quinones-Masur, Community Outreach Specialist
Adria joined the Housing Trust in October 2011 and is responsible for bringing public awareness to the Neighborhood Stabilization Program and homebuyer assistance programs. Adria partners with nonprofits, businesses, real estate industry professionals and faith based organizations, to get the message out about affordable housing programs in Silicon Valley. Adria has over twenty years experience in the real estate industry. She is a graduate of San Jose State University and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration.
Adria joined the Housing Trust in October 2011 and is responsible for bringing public awareness to the Neighborhood Stabilization Program and homebuyer assistance programs. Adria partners with nonprofits, businesses, real estate industry professionals and faith based organizations, to get the message out about affordable housing programs in Silicon Valley. Adria has over twenty years experience in the real estate industry. She is a graduate of San Jose State University and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration.