Our Team
JAMEE RODGERS
President & CEO
Jamee earned a Doctor of Philosophy with a focus on Executive Leadership and a Master of Arts with a focus on Nonprofit Organizational Leadership. Additionally, he has over 20 years of executive leadership and community development experience. His extensive background affords him numerous opportunities to advocate for marginalized communities in housing and social, racial & economic justice.
SAKINA MOORE
Chief Operating Officer
Sakina earned a Master of Public Adminstration with an emphasis in Nonprofit Management and Leadership.
Her background has given her the opportunity to collaborate with those facing housing insecrurities to combat the barriers faced when attempting to obtain housing.
SHALAUNDA HOLMES
Housing and Real Estate Development Director
Shalaunda earned a Masters in Urban and Regional Planning with an emphasis in Housing & Community Development and has over 15 years experience in real estate development. Her background has given her the opportunity to work with various cities and communities to address housing needs.
SHALOM JIMA
Director of Administration
Shalom holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Legal Studies and has over eight years of experience as a data analyst, specializing in database infrastructure design and maintenance. Passionate about data analytics, Shalom is dedicated to generating accurate and efficient data reports crucial for organizational success.
SALEEM RASHEED
Senior Community Engagement Coordinator
Saleem earned a Bachelor’s degree in marketing and Communications and has served in various leadership roles as a community organizer. Saleem is a staunch advocate for being a voice for the underserved segments of our population and reinvesting in the disinvested neighborhoods in our community.
DAMONT HOLLOWAY
Director of Youth Services
DaMont Holloway is a dynamic leader with over a decade of experience in youth development and program management. As Director of Youth Services at the Urban Neighborhood Initiative, he creates impactful programs that empower youth in underrepresented communities by fostering mentorship, teamwork, and community partnerships. With expertise in project management and advocacy and a Bachelor’s degree in urban studies from the University of Missouri-Kansas City, DaMont is committed to helping young people thrive and reach their full potential.
ERIK BERG
Senior Project Manager – Housing & Real Estate Development
Erik Berg holds a Master’s Degree in Urban Planning with an emphasis in Real Estate Development and brings 12 years of experience in mixed-income housing development and public administration. His background includes Low Income Housing Tax Credits, entitlements and public-private finance, as well as the federal Public Housing and Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher programs.
TAYLOR JACKSON
Youth Program Coordinator
Taylor Jackson is deeply committed to the youth of Kansas City and the community that supports them. With several years of experience in childcare services and a degree in Mass Communications, Taylor brings both expertise and passion to inspire and empower the younger generation to thrive and succeed.
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