Strategic Advisory Committee

The Strategic Advisory Committee (SAC) brings together a diverse group of homelessness experts, committed organizers, and key agencies dedicated to tackling the complex issue of homelessness in Chicago. Together, they bring valuable expertise, practical experience, and a shared dedication to shaping the City’s Five-Year Plan on Homelessness.

The SAC contributes to the plan’s development by participating in focused, respectful discussions that foster trust among a wide range of stakeholders. These conversations promote collaborative problem-solving, generate innovative ideas, and encourage meaningful engagement with community stakeholders, ensuring the plan is informed by diverse perspectives.

The following members and agencies are affiliated with the SAC:



Mark Angelini
Mark Angelini
Miguel A.Blancarte, Jr.
Miguel A.Blancarte, Jr.

Senior Director of Government Affairs and Advisor to the President & CEO
Metropolitan Family Services

Chris Brown
Chris Brown
Stephen Brown LCSW
Stephen Brown LCSW

Director of Preventive Emergency Medicine
UI Health

Matthew Bruce
Matthew Bruce
Lissette Castaneda
Lissette Castaneda
Matt DeMateo
Matt DeMateo
Regina Freeman, LCSW
Regina Freeman, LCSW

Deputy Chief, Social Work Program Manager
Jesse Brown VA Medical Center

Matthew Gordon
Matthew Gordon

Homeless Outreach Officer
Chicago Police Department

Manuel Hernández-Nuńez
Manuel Hernández-Nuńez
Angela Hurlock
Angela Hurlock
Olusimbo Ige
Dr. Olusimbo Ige
Emily Krisciunas
Emily Krisciunas
Nora Leerhsen
Nora Leerhsen
Maura McCauley
Maura McCauley
Natalie Morehead
Natalie Morehead
Simone Moseley
Simone Moseley

Executive Director of Student Supports and Engagement
Chicago Public Schools - Office of Student Supports and Engagement

Erika Poethig
Erika Poethig

Executive Vice President for Strategy and Planning
Civic Committee of the Commercial Club of Chicago

Susan Reyna-Guerrero
Susan Reyna-Guerrero

Chief Executive Officer
Covenant House Illinois

Jackie Rosa
Jackie Rosa

Vice-President, Strategic Initiatives
United Way

Carolyn Ross
Carolyn Ross
Princess Shaw
Princess Shaw

Executive Director
Light Up Lawndale

Mary Tarullo
Mary Tarullo
Shelly Tucciarelli
Shelly Tucciarelli
Judith Triplett
Judith Triplett

Lived Experience

Kimberly Riquelme
Kimberly Riquelme

Lived Experience
Continuum of Care