Executive Leadership Team

There are no compromises at University Area CDC, just principled leadership in the faces of those who believe that through hard work and self-reliance, remarkable changes are achieved. By caring for the needs of families and individuals in our community, we improve lives and provide a sense of belonging. University Area CDC works side-by-side with residents to offer encouragement and provide the resources and services needed to affect positive transformation.

Dr. Sarah Combs, DBA
Executive Director & CEO

Jaree Ervin, MA, CNP, CFRE
Chief Development Officer

LaTiecea Hailey-Brown, MBA, M.Ed. Chief Operating Officer

Bree Luckie
Chief Communications Officer

Erica Moody, MPA
Chief Community Development Officer

Rob Zimprich, CPA
Chief Financial Officer

Senior Leadership Team

Jim Caramello, RE Broker
Director of Real Estate

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Ada Fernández
Prodigy Director

Susan Rakes
Director of Programs

Janice Walls
Human Resources Director

Ron Bradford
Deputy Director of Prodigy

Julian Gines
Deputy Director of Operations

Ronnie Oliver
Deputy Director of Get Moving