leadership
Our dedicated and accomplished leadership team drives JVS Bay Area’s mission and ensures its success in transforming the future of work in the Bay Area and beyond.
Led by CEO Lisa Countryman-Quiroz, the leadership team at JVS brings a wealth of experience and expertise in workforce development, social services, policy, and community engagement. Our leadership team's commitment to innovation, collaboration, and inclusivity makes us an invaluable asset in our pursuit of a more inclusive and equitable California workforce where everyone can thrive.
Our Leadership Team
Lisa Countryman-Quiroz
CEO
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Lorraine Albert
Assistant Director of Evaluation & Impact
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Ryn Beeley
Chief Financial Officer
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Teresa Betancourt
Assistant Director of Programs
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Sarah Charukesnant
Chief Development Officer
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Ashlyn Clark
Director of Learning
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Leo Corella
Director of Business Development
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Jim Dowling
Assistant Director of Programs
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Paolo Guttadauro
Director of Human Resources
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Nikkol Kinoshita
Assistant Director of Executive Operations
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Yana Kusayeva
Director of Evaluation and Impact
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Dorit Leavitt
Assistant Director of Programs
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Karen Rice
Director of Finance
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Bekka Rosenbaum
Chief Strategy Officer
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Dylan Ruggles
Interim VP of Program Operations
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Steven Sanford
Assistant Director of High School and Bridge Programs
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Richa Sharma
Director of IT & Facilities
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Danielle Scheper
Director of High School and Bridge Programs
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Simone West
Director of Development
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Kelcie Wong
Interim VP of Training
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