Finalists for CEO Position Announced
News Release
Contact: Cynthia Hardy
chardy@columbiahousingsc.org
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Columbia Housing Announces Five Finalists for Chief Executive Officer Position
Selection to be made by the end of the month
Columbia, SC - Columbia Housing is excited to announce the selection of five finalists for the open Chief Executive Officer position, following the resignation of Yvonda Bean earlier this year. As the largest single provider of affordable housing in South Carolina, Columbia Housing plays a pivotal role in the community, managing an annual budget of $50 million and serving over 16,000 individuals across more than 20 housing communities.
The finalists were chosen from a competitive pool of candidates, each bringing a wealth of experience and a strong commitment to advancing affordable housing initiatives. Columbia Housing's Board of Commissioners is confident that these individuals possess the leadership skills necessary to guide the organization into its next chapter.
The finalists will participate in a series of interviews and public forums, allowing community members to engage with them and provide feedback. The Board is dedicated to selecting a leader who not only aligns with the mission of Columbia Housing but also embodies the values of transparency, accountability, and collaboration.
The finalists are:
Baron Davis is Founder and CEO of The Noegenesis Group, a think tank and strategy firm. Davis previously served as Superintendent of Richland School District Two in Richland County, SC
Barry Hall is Columbia Housing's current Interim Chief Executive Officer and former Chief Operating Officer. Hall is the former CEO of the Hall County Housing Authority in Grand Island, NE.
Cindi Herrera is President of Cindi Herrera and Associates, LLC, a consulting firm located in Charleston, South Carolina. Herrera is currently serving as the Chief Development Officer for Columbia Housing.
Jessica Anderson Preston is the former Executive Director of the Housing Authority of Prince George's County. Preston also served as Executive Director of Rockville Housing Enterprises in Rockville, MD.
Taleshia Stewart is Columbia Housing's Senior Vice President of Resident and Strategic Initiatives, where she oversees the agency's divisions administering resident services. Stewart has held a host of leadership and management roles during her 25-year tenure with the agency,
The Board plans to announce the new CEO by the end of this month, ensuring a smooth transition as the organization continues to fulfill its critical mission of providing safe and affordable housing for those in need.
For more information about the CEO selection process and to stay updated on the latest developments, please visit our website www.columbiahousingsc.org or contact Cynthia Pryor Hardy in our communications department at chardy@columbiahousingsc.
Additional information about each finalist can be found here.
