La Paz Chattanooga Announces New Board Members, Strengthens Operations Staff

  • Tuesday, February 14, 2023
Jasmine Celis
Jasmine Celis
La Paz Chattanooga announced three new members to its board of directors and two new operations professionals to its full-time staff. "The additions to both the board and staff are designed to add critical support and expertise to the booming organization,." officials said.

“The Latino population in our area is getting bigger and more diverse by the day, and to match the needs — and to capitalize on the opportunities — that come with such unrelenting growth, we’re building our team to proactively work toward a healthy and engaged community,” said La Paz Executive Director Stacy Johnson.
“I am excited to welcome two new members to our staff and I am grateful that three community members have stepped forward to donate their time, energies, and expertise to our board of directors. Each brings knowledge and experience critical to the advancement of our Mission.”

The La Paz staff additions continue a growth trend started in the second half of 2022. Since August of last year, the La Paz team has doubled in size. 

New board of directors members:

Melanie Walker — shareholder, Baker Donelson;
Moises Cardenas — owner, Sentri Roofing; and
Forrest Simmons — financial advisor, retired.

New staff members:

Jasmin Celis — operations and administration coordinator: Jasmin works closely with the executive eirector to provide administrative support with HR, donor cultivation, volunteer engagement, and special events; and
Jesus Lopez — office coordinator: Jesus is one of the first people you see when you visit La Paz. He supports the team with logistics, administrative duties, and early client engagement
Jesus Lopez
Jesus Lopez
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