Meet The Leadership Team
Erica Roetman Sklar
Erica joined NVCH in July 2020 and brings experience designing and building affordable housing, producing services for disadvantaged communities, managing nonprofit organizations and creating public/private partnerships. A resident of the Napa Valley for over 20 years, Erica worked in affordable housing development first in Napa County (Executive Director of Calistoga Affordable Housing and as Project Manager for NVCH) and more recently, in San Francisco. In addition to affordable housing experience, Erica has developed and managed workforce training, construction related programming and established an asset management and new resident services program for three San Francisco affordable housing buildings.
“In 2000 when I started working on housing issues in Napa County we could see the trajectory of the loss of housing affordability by comparing Census data year over year but it was difficult for Napa residents and business owners to see or feel it yet. NVCH and its supporters have done amazing work and increased the number of affordable multifamily units in our county but it is not yet enough to support the needs of local businesses and their employees.
We are not alone, The California Affordable Housing Needs Report states that while multifamily activity has increased over the last 10 years, both multifamily and affordable production remain far below the need. I can’t wait to work with municipal, private and public leaders to close our affordable housing gap in Napa County.”
When away from work, you can find Erica outdoors enjoying her garden as well as many sports activities including running, sailing, skiing and horseback riding.
Robin Sisemore
Chief Financial Officer
Robin joined Napa Valley Community Housing in 2005 with over 20 years of experience in finance both in profit and non-profit organizations. As Chief Financial Officer, she oversees the finances and accounting for the agency. Robin came to NVCH with a desire to be part of an organization that was doing something beneficial for the community. “I love what I’m doing and everyone I work with. It’s the people who work here that make this an exceptional agency. Their dedication is the reason for our success.”
When she’s not working, Robin enjoys traveling, painting and spending time with her family. “I grew up on a ranch and I still enjoy the peace and quiet I find when I’m outdoors.”
Nichelle Nichols
Vice President Compliance
Nichelle started with NVCH in 2014 and has over 17 years of experience in the affordable housing industry. She is currently responsible for ensuring ongoing compliance with federal, state and local requirements set forth in the regulatory agreements of various affordable housing funding programs within our NVCH portfolio.
Nichelle’s eye for detail and desire to make systems processes and people work as effectively and efficiently as possible makes her a natural fit for compliance. Nichelle prides herself on her strong knowledge of LIHTC (Low Income Housing Tax Credit) compliance and providing our team members with the support, tools, resources, and information they need to be successful. Nichelle’s professional designations include, COSA (Certified Occupancy Specialist Advanced), NCP (National Compliance Professional), and TCS (Tax Credit Specialist). “I love working at NVCH. I work with a team of people who have a real passion for affordable housing and the desire to deliver more of it to our community.”
When away from work, Nichelle enjoys gardening, gourmet cooking, and meeting new people.
Marlene Santiago
In 2014, Marlene Santiago began working at Napa Valley Community Housing. Her team is recognized for providing leadership to empower and enable residents to reach their full potential. In 2015 Marlene started the first Home Sharing Match-Up Program in Napa Valley. Her past experience includes working as a Certified HUD Counselor for Neighborhood Housing Services Silicon Valley where she assisted in implementing one of the first bay area Foreclosure Intervention Counseling Programs. Marlene has served on the City of San Jose’s Foreclosure Task Force. She has also served as a Housing Manager for City of San Jose’s Housing Department, where she administered the first public Foreclosure Help Program in the county. Marlene has over 15 years’ experience in real estate promoting homeownership and brings over 18 years’ experience working with various government agencies and non-profit organizations. She has a broad ability to advocate, communicate and deal with emotional issues of financially underserved populations.
“We rise by lifting others.”
When she is not working Marlene enjoys spending time with her family and friends and loves the art of listening to music along with dancing and singing!
Nancy Morales
Nancy joined Napa Valley Community Housing in 2011 with over 10+ years of accounting experience. Nancy was part of the accounting department assisting with payroll and accounts payables. Nancy’s nature is to help others, no matter what the task is. Working for NVCH, Nancy was able to contribute to being part of a great team, and through the agency’s mission statement, she feels she is helping the community every day. Nancy comes with a background and experience in human resources, was promoted in 2018 to Director of Administration, and in 2020 to VP of Human Resources & Administration. She oversees and manages the corporate office and will never hesitate to help with any task or position requiring guidance. Nancy enjoys working closely with the Leadership Team and is always willing to make changes to better the agency and the productivity of the staff. “I love what I do and enjoy every challenge that comes through my desk. If I can rub off positive energy to the agency, that would be one of the best goals to have accomplished.”
When she is not working, Nancy is enjoying spending quality time with her grandson and her family and loves to go on hikes and evening walks.
Karina O’Brian
Senior Project Manager
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