Carla is an experienced executive leader in Start-up, Fortune 500, and Non-profit organizations with an expertise and proven track record of developing and energizing high performing teams and achieving exceptional results in various industries. She held leadership roles at Silvercar, Zipcar, and Starbucks where she strategically built the business from the early stages to a thriving business. Carla has also served in leadership roles on non-profit boards where she found a passion to make a difference within her local communities.

Carla's responsibilities encompass scaling the organizational structure and culture, talent acquisition, and maximizing market operations. Her leadership and strategic vision are instrumental in increasing housing security for individuals. Carla works closely with her team to form partnerships, ensuring that no unit remains vacant while there are people in need of affordable housing.

Carla was born in the Pacific Northwest and lived in Seattle for 15 years until 2020 when she and her husband moved back to her hometown of Tacoma. She has two grown children and celebrates sharing a birthday with her granddaughter. She enjoys traveling, going to movies, spending time with family, volunteering in, and exploring the Puget Sound.