Executive

The Executive Department establishes and advances CHA’s short-term and long-term strategic goals.

Led by CEO Clara Fraden, the department oversees and guides the leadership of CHA’s Communications and Policy, Fiscal Affairs, Human Resources, Leased Housing, Legal, Resident Services, Planning and Development, and Operations teams. It is also responsible for administering the City’s state and federal affordable housing programs.

Executive Staff

Nicholas DeSouza - Executive Assistant to the Executive Director

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Executive Assistant to the Executive Director Work Phone: (617) 520-6229

Brenda Downing - Deputy Executive Director

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Deputy Executive Director Work Phone: 617-520-6212

Clara Fraden - Chief Executive Officer

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Chief Executive Officer Work Phone: 617-520-6229

Andrew Kerivan - Director of Asset Management

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Director of Asset Management Work Phone: (617) 784-3349

Matthew Pike - Director of Strategic Initiatives​

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Director of Strategic Initiatives​ Work Phone: (617) 520-6345

Luis Vasquez - Senior Program Manager, Customer Service and Communications

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Senior Program Manager, Customer Service and Communications Work Phone: 617-520-6415