Homes First Staff

Chief Executive Officer

Trudy Soucoup, MAOL

Trudy joined Homes First as Chief Executive Officer in October 2011, and began leading the organization into its third decade of creating safe, healthy, and affordable rental housing in Thurston County...

Deputy Director

Rachael Childs

Rachael joined Homes First, in March of 2023 as the Deputy Director. With more than 15 years of working in the nonprofit sector, an MA in Organizational Development (2013), and a passion for working human rights, Rachael is excited to be working with an organization that creates an impact in the community...

Director of Finance

Cynthia Knapp, MST, EA

Cynthia Knapp earned her undergraduate degree in Finance from Saint Martin’s University and holds a Master's Degree in Accounting from Southern New Hampshire University. With over two decades of ownership and operation of Precisely Right, she is an IRS-Enrolled Agent...

Director of Programs and Assets

Ron Stewart

Ron celebrated his 20th Anniversary with Homes First in 2023. With experience in construction, renovation, and rehabilitation Ron is a stalwart at our organization, supporting the preservation of our homes and the creation of new units...

Development Manager

Jasmine McKenzie

With a strong belief in the built-environment’s ability to shape communities, Jasmine comes to Homes First with a background in Project Management, Architecture, Sustainable Urban Development and Social Equity.

Development Manager

Chrys Bean

Chrys joined Homes First in April of 2025 as the Development Manager. She was born and raised in Los Angeles, CA, but she fell in love with the PNW when she relocated to Olympia 12 years ago. Chrys graduated from the Evergreen State College...

Program Services Navigator

Jada Cerniwey

Jada joined Homes First in April of 2024, bringing her dedication to helping people and improving their quality of life to the Program Service Navigator position. With a background in public speaking and volunteer coordination, she is excited to contribute to the mission and grow her talents with Homes First...

Executive Administrative Assistant

Jenna Brannon

Jenna joined the Homes First team in May 2023 as the Executive Administrative Assistant. Backed by a wide range of experience supporting efficient and productive office environments and a strong desire to inspire positive change in the local community...

Maintenance Technician I

Carlos Calderon

My name is Carlos Calderon. I have two daughters and two grandsons. I am from San Salvador and have lived in the US for 42 years. I have 30 years of experience in building maintenance and I enjoy what I do...