Executive Director Ricardo León Transitioning to City Hall
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Metro West is proud to announce that our Executive Director Ricardo León will be transitioning to a new role as Senior Strategist of Equity with the City of Cleveland. While he will be greatly missed, we are excited to see the amazing work he will do at City Hall and look forward to working with him on equity-focused projects that impact our community in the future. In the interim, Associate Director Kristyn Zollos will step into the Executive Director role as the Metro West Board of Directors executes a search and application process for the role moving forward. We will be sure to keep the community updated throughout the process. In the meantime, rest assured that Metro West will continue to conduct normal operations smoothly and efficiently throughout the transition.
Click here to read the full announcement via Cleveland.com!
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With many new employees and role changes, we want to give you an opportunity to get to know the Metro West team a little better... | | |
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Adam Gifford
Director of Community Engagement
agifford@metrowestcle.org
Two/three adjectives to describe my personality would be... Laidback and passionate.
Outside of work I enjoy... Playing guitar, cheering on the Browns, and hiking.
A favorite community memory... The Brooklyn Centre Bicentennial Weekend.
A 'Neighborhood Gem'... City Repair on Newark and Hyde Ct.
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Alicia Greasby
Digital Literacy Coordinator
agreasby@metrowestcle.org
Two/three adjectives to describe my personality would be... Generous and compassionate.
Outside of work I enjoy... Games (video, board, word, number, card), and reading.
A favorite community memory... Meeting other former El Pasoans at the EP Fundraiser in 2019.
A 'Neighborhood Gem'... Half Moon Bakery
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Anthony Peterson
Healthy Homes Coordinator
apeterson@metrowestcle.org
Two/three adjectives to describe my personality would be... Laidback and flexible.
Outside of work I enjoy... Exercising and hiking.
A favorite community memory... The vaccine clinics by YLN because of the turnout of residents and community members. We were able to not only provide vaccines but also give away clothes and other resources.
A 'Neighborhood Gem'... The historic homes in the Clark-Fulton and Brooklyn Centre neighborhoods. Especially Jones Homes and the houses on Archwood.
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Bahati Ntahurunga
Health & Wellness Coordinator
bntahurunga@metrowestcle.org
Two/three adjectives to describe my personality would be... Friendly, courageous, and humble.
Outside of work I enjoy... Spending time with my two kids. When it is warm outside, I enjoy spending time at the park and doing different outdoor activities.
A favorite community memory... When I participated in a bike giveaway activity for kids. I still remember the smile on kids' faces when they received their bikes.
A 'Neighborhood Gem'... Jojo's African Market. This place is unique because it’s the only place I find African food.
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Britany Pabon
Housing Specialist
bpabon@metrowestcle.org
Two/three adjectives to describe my personality would be... Dedicated, energetic, and inclusive!
Outside of work I enjoy...Taking walks/hiking, especially with my dog Yogi! I also enjoy cooking all types of cuisines.
A favorite community memory... Whether it’s at City Hall or at a neighborhood park, It’s a great feeling to be involved with like-minded individuals from many different backgrounds! The neighborhood is extra special since I was raised here!
A 'Neighborhood Gem'... “Las Villas Bakery” they have the best lunch menu!
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Carol Smith
Lead Safe Specialist
csmith@metrowestcle.org
Two/three adjectives to describe my personality would be... Outgoing and love people.
Outside of work I enjoy... The outdoors immensely, songwriting and playing guitar.
A favorite community memory... Ohio City Christmas Tour. Several Historic homes deck out their homes with new and old decorations, I would dress up in historic clothes and be an ambassador for the event.
A 'Neighborhood Gem'... Sachsenheim Hall. Good food and beer!
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Constance Bennett
Front Desk Assistant
Two/three adjectives to describe my personality would be... zealous
Outside of work I enjoy... Going to dinner with my family.
A favorite community memory... The Metro West fundraiser at Phunkenship.
A 'Neighborhood Gem'... Brookside Reservation. I loved when we went there for the Metro West vs. Old Brooklyn kickball game!
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Ebonie Randle Joiner
Community Involvement Associate
ejoiner@metrowestcle.org
Two/three adjectives to describe my personality would be... Fun, loving, dreamer, and creative.
Outside of work I enjoy... Spending time with my family and friends, and gardening.
A favorite community memory... Street football games, St Rocco's Festival, and the Puerto Rican Parade.
A 'Neighborhood Gem'... Roberto Clemente Park, Hildebrandt Collective, and Shalom & Tranquility CG.
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Ivis Nair Maldonado
MyCom Regional Coordinator
ejoiner@metrowestcle.org
Two/three adjectives to describe my personality would be... Cheerful, committed, passionate, and responsible.
Outside of work I enjoy... Quality family time, traveling, exploring new things, and helping others.
A favorite community memory... Being able to assist children in summer camps to help them meet their needs and explore new things while receiving an educational service.
A 'Neighborhood Gem'...Our entire neighborhood is special, because of the diversity of cultures, which makes it feel unique. The diversity makes me feel at home without losing my roots.
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Jeff Goforth
Greenspace Coordinator
jgoforth@metrowestcle.org
Two/three adjectives to describe my personality would be... Generous, caring, friendly
Outside of work I enjoy... Taking country rides with my family, hunting, fishing.
A favorite community memory... Riversweep
A 'Neighborhood Gem'... I believe Train Avenue would be a neighborhood gem if it got the time and attention it deserved. It could be a great greenspace for the neighborhood to enjoy!
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Kevin De Leon
Director of Housing
kdeleon@metrowestcle.org
Two/three adjectives to describe my personality would be... Calm and stoic.
Outside of work I enjoy... Cooking.
A favorite community memory... Walking and picking up litter on nice summer days.
A 'Neighborhood Gem'... City Life (former boys and girls club).
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Kristyn Zollos
Interim Executive Director
kzollos@metrowestcle.org
Two/three adjectives to describe my personality would be... caring and curious.
Outside of work I enjoy... Being active outside with my dog, spending time with family and friends, and traveling to new places!
A favorite community memory... Evenings of good food and dancing at La Placita with coworkers/friends after long days of working the events.
A 'Neighborhood Gem'... Coney Island Kustard for summer soft serve!
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Monserrat Monterrubio
Small Business Coordinator
mmonterrubio@metrowestcle.org
Two/three adjectives to describe my personality would be... Friendly, driven, and caring.
Outside of work I enjoy... Painting, drawing, reading, traveling, and doing just about anything that involves being outdoors!
A favorite community memory... Volunteering. I have met really cool people by doing so! Plus it always feels nice to give back!
A 'Neighborhood Gem'... The Hildebrant building and the people.
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Nick De Leon
Director of Economic Development
ndeleon@metrowestcle.org
Two/three adjectives to describe my personality would be... Caring, funny, and creative.
Outside of work I enjoy... Art, music, sports, and spending time with family and friends.
A favorite community memory... The time I passed out popsicles to the attendees of La Placita festival. Both young and old were excited to receive them.
A 'Neighborhood Gem'... Phunkenship is a special place in the neighborhood. The openness of the indoor and outdoor spaces allows for social gatherings/events.
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Susan Underwood
Art & Special Projects Coordinator
sunderwood@metrowestcle.org
Two/three adjectives to describe my personality would be... Hungry, nerdy, and loud.
Outside of work I enjoy... Making art, thrift store deals, and animals. A favorite community memory... Eating empanadas from Half Moon Bakery while celebrating the mural by Nathalie Bermudez at Phunkenship.
A 'Neighborhood Gem'... Kamal's Tire Shop is a 'Neighborhood Gem'. They offer great deals and I love the mural by Rafael Valdivieso and the pocket park across the street, started by Kamal's daughter, Jizal.
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