The Team

As an Accountant, Bryson Aguirre is responsible for accounts payable transactions and functions such as processing invoices and submitting payments

As Communications Manager, Nidia coordinates and supports all of NALCAB’s public relations, marketing, and communication efforts.

Alejandra Amaroli serves as Chief External Affairs Officer at NALCAB, where she leads the functional areas of Communications, Resource Development, Membership, and Impact Assessment

Based in NALCAB’s Washington, DC office, Nicole Andonie serves as Program Manager of Financial Capability. She has over five years of experience in economic community development, with a strong focus on entrepreneurship and financial education.

Marla Bilonick serves as President and CEO of NALCAB. She is a seasoned leader in economic and community development with over 20 years of experience

As Impact Assessment Manager, Nicole leads NALCAB’s impact assessment and data and supports resource development efforts, serving as administrator and primary point of contact for the organization’s CRM system.

Jeremy Carter oversees the management of NALCAB’s Small Business Investment, Neighborhood Development, and Financial Capability programs and the delivery of TA, grantmaking, resources, and training for each.

Gabriela supports human resources functions including administrative system processes, recruiting & staffing, employee relations, benefits & compensation, and internal training.

Lexi Castillo leads the development and implementation of NALCAB’s membership strategy, with a focus on proactive engagement, stewardship, recruitment, retention, and regional outreach

Hallie Chavez brings her creativity and technical skills to NALCAB’s communications efforts by supporting graphic design, social media, digital storytelling, and program deliverables.

Katherine Contreras serves as Federal Program Specialist at NALCAB, where she supports HUD-funded programs including the Rural Capacity Building (RCB) Program and the Community Compass Program

Eartha Cruz oversees all aspects of human resources administration and performance management.

April DeMendonca brings a wealth of experience to her role as Program Manager of the National Alliance of Latino CDFI Executives (NALCE)

Leslie supports the Training & Leadership Development team with a primary focus on the Latino Executive Advancement & Development (LEAD) Fellowship and the National Alliance of Latino CDFI Executives (NALCE).

Rossana holds a B.A. in government and politics from the University of Maryland and a master's in public policy from the University of Michigan.

As Director of Communications at NALCAB, Michael leads strategic efforts to amplify the organization’s mission of advancing economic prosperity for Latino communities.

As Executive Assistant and Special Projects Officer, Maria Elena is responsible for supporting the President & CEO

Holly Frindell is Chief Program Officer and oversees NALCAB’s Neighborhood Development, Financial Capability, Small Business, and Training & Leadership Development program areas.

Tanya Galvan leads NALCAB’s grants, contracts, and consultant procurement processes, ensuring efficient and compliant workflow management across the organization.

Valerie Galvan oversees NALCAB’s full accounting cycle and leads the accounting team in maintaining accurate, compliant financial records.

Johany Garcia is the Associate Director for the Rural Capacity Building (RCB) Program

Kandice Garry plays a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of NALCAB’s offices and internal systems.

As Training and Leadership Development Manager, Jennifer supports NALCAB’s National Conference, workshops, webinars, Pete Garcia Fellowship training and the LEAD Fellowship.

Jacqueline Guerra assists in the administration of the HUD funded – Community Compass Program that focuses on building assets in local communities through affordable housing and community development programs throughout the US.

As Associate Director of Financial Capability, Brenda supports NALCAB’s Financial Capability and Federal Technical Assistance Program areas

Natalia manages the organization’s events, training, and leadership development initiatives. As part of her role, she oversees NALCAB’s Pete Garcia Community Economic Development Fellowship.

Clarinda is the Director of Public Policy. In this role she leads NALCAB’s public policy efforts and works to advance the policy priorities of its members

Victoria Lopez serves as NALCAB’s Financial Capability Program Specialist, where she supports the delivery of financial capability grants, coordinates technical assistance, and helps plan site visits and webinars for member organizations across the country.

Brenda Lozano serves as NALCAB’s Senior Director of Lending, advancing the organization’s mission-oriented lending and investment activities.

As Small Business Program Coordinator, Kaylee assists with managing grant programs created to build assets in Latino communities nationwide.

As Lending Program Manager, Barbara Maldonado plays a key role in managing and supporting the operations of NALCAB’s Loan Programs, including the Small Business Loan Guarantee.

As the Senior Manager of Special Projects, Steven-Alfonso is responsible in helping advance NALCAB’s strategic goals and varying program areas

Levar Martin serves as Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer, responsible for overseeing NALCAB’s national programs and special projects, operations, lending, and HR/Organizational Culture.

Focusing on NALCAB’s federal programs, she manages the HUD-funded Community Compass program, which supports affordable housing and community development to build local assets nationwide.

As Program Specialist for the Small Business team, Rafaela Martinez manages grant programs designed to build assets in Latino communities nationwide.

As External Affairs Coordinator at NALCAB, Selena plays a vital role in supporting the organization’s marketing and membership efforts.

Andres-Jose Matos serves as a Public Policy Associate in NALCAB’s Washington, DC office supporting the policy team in advancing NALCAB’s policy priorities and advocacy efforts on behalf of our members.

As Chief Financial Officer, Nelly Rojas-Moreno is responsible for leading NALCAB’s finance and accounting departments as well as real estate acquisition management, compliance, legal and administration functions.

Colton leads NALCAB’s Neighborhood Development and Rural Capacity Building programs and advisory services to local governments and public housing authorities.

As a Public Policy Analyst at NALCAB, Marissa contributes to advancing economic mobility for Latino communities through policy advocacy, technical assistance, and meaningful change.

Duanne Andrade is the Executive Director of the Solar and Energy Loan Fund (SELF), where she leads efforts to raise public, private, and philanthropic capital to expand access to affordable, sustainable home improvement financing.

Dominican-American nonprofit leader and community development practitioner with expertise in nonprofit management, strategic planning, resource development, communications, and community economic development.

Chief Executive Officer of Latino Community Credit Union (LCCU), where she is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the organization’s risk management functions in accordance with the policies and limits established by the Board of Directors.

Served as the Executive Director for the Mission Economic Development Agency (MEDA) since 1999, becoming Chief Executive Officer in 2018.

President and CEO of Propel Nonprofits, a US Treasury-certified CDFI that provides capacity-building services and access to capital to support nonprofits in linking strategy, governance, and finance

Executive Director of Mi Casa, Inc., a nonprofit affordable housing developer based in Washington, DC.

Serves as President of Mercy Housing Mountain Plains, where she leads the region’s operations including real estate development, fundraising, and resident services.

Founder and Executive Director of El Centro Inc., a nonprofit organization that provides financial education and business training to the Latino community in South Louisiana, delivered in Spanish.

President and Chief Executive Officer at Chicanos Por La Causa (CPLC) with more than 23 years of financial and operational management experience in both for-profit and nonprofit organizations.

Serves as a Senior Vice President at Jefferies LLC in the firm’s Municipal Finance group.

Raul has long understood the challenges and strengths of working-class and immigrant families. After earning a BA from Carleton College (1988), Northfield, MN, he returned to the neighborhood where he grew up and in 1990 co-founded The Resurrection Project (TRP) with seed capital of $30 ,000 from six Chicago-area parishes.

She was previously on the team from 2017-2020, assisting with GIS mapping and neighborhood change analyses for City of San Antonio and City of Houston, as well as with the Mayor’s Housing Policy Task Force for the City of San Antonio

Emi Reyes serves as Chief Executive Officer of the Latino Economic Development Center – DC (LEDC), where she leads strategic growth, organizational sustainability, and community investment efforts.

Martina Rios supports NALCAB’s financial operations by supporting accounts payable and contributing to accurate, timely reporting across the organization and its subsidiaries.

Leidy Rivera serves as the Resource Development & Impact Coordinator at NALCAB, where she supports fundraising efforts, donor stewardship, and impact tracking across the organization.

As a Training & Leadership Development Coordinator, Madeleine supports the planning and implementation of the Pete Garcia Fellowship and National Conference.

As Senior Portfolio & Lending Manager, Melissa leads NALCAB’s investment portfolio supporting 200+ nonprofit organizations serving low to moderate income communities nationwide.

As Federal Program Specialist, Eman Saleh broadly supports the programs team with federal projects, subgrantee lead and budget support.

George Sanchez focuses on conducting GIS mapping and research.

Ana Sandoval serves as NALCAB’s Senior Director of Sustainable Futures, where she leads national programs and partnerships that support forward-looking community development.

Storm Taliaferrow joined NALCAB in 2013 and serves as the Senior Director of the National Alliance of Latino CDFI Executives (NALCE)

Dalys oversees NALCAB’s Accounting team by analyzing financial data and ensuring that accounting standards and processes are compliant for reporting.

Andres supports the planning and implementation of the Pete Garcia Fellowship program and the National Conference. Both events require analyzing data, graphic design, and preparing various program materials.

Aaron Villarreal serves as Program Manager for NALCAB’s Neighborhood Development team providing technical assistance, data analysis and support to local communities and nonprofit organizations on a range of affordable housing and economic development issues.

Serves as the Executive Director of the Hispanic Economic Development Center in Kansas City, MO.