Leadership

Dr. Deborah Hawkes, PhD
Chief Executive Officer

Dr. Deborah Hawkes, PhD
Chief Executive Officer
Dr. Deborah Hawkes, PhD
Dr. Hawkes is a nationally respected healthcare executive with nearly three decades of transformative leadership in health systems, behavioral health, and community services. Throughout her career, she has championed health equity, operational excellence, and person-centered care—values that align perfectly with PRC’s mission.
As CEO, Dr. Hawkes will guide PRC’s strategic and financial direction, complete our new five-year strategic plan, and ensure strong governance and compliance. Most importantly, she will lead efforts to deepen our impact and expand access to holistic, integrated care for San Francisco’s most vulnerable communities.
Before joining PRC, Dr. Hawkes served as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at CAN Community Health, a large national network specializing in HIV/AIDS care. There, she oversaw multi-site clinical operations—spanning primary care, behavioral health, pharmacy, outreach, and dental services—and led the organization to make consistent improvements in patient outcomes, revenue growth, and employee engagement. During her tenure, CAN was recognized annually as a “Best Place to Work”
Dr. Hawkes’s career also includes leadership roles with Altisource, Change Healthcare, IDEMIA, the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, Siemens Healthcare, and Dell. Across these positions, she spearheaded value-based care models, patient experience initiatives, and operational transformations that reduced costs while expanding access to care.
Dr. Hawkes holds a PhD and MPhil in Health and Human Services, an MBA, and a BS in Organizational Leadership, and is a certified Six Sigma Master Black Belt—bringing both vision and rigor to her leadership style.
Marc Gannon, MSW, MBA
Chief Operating Officer

Marc Gannon, MSW, MBA
Chief Operating Officer
Marc Gannon, MSW, MBA
Marc Gannon has always been passionate about improving access to health and human services—an alignment that makes PRC’s mission of breaking down barriers to care a natural fit. Drawn by the organization’s unwavering commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), Marc joined PRC to contribute to this vital work.
Marc has served as PRC’s Chief Operating Officer since 2021 and recently stepped into the role of Interim Chief Executive Officer while a national search was underway for a permanent CEO. In this capacity, he focused on fostering a supportive environment where every team member has the tools they need to succeed. He is especially energized by mentoring others, building strong cross-functional teams, and strengthening PRC’s operational infrastructure to amplify its impact.
Outside of PRC, Marc volunteers as a dog walker at the San Francisco SPCA, hikes throughout the Bay Area, and contributes to the East Cut Community Garden.
Marc previously held leadership roles as Chief Operating Officer at Bay Area Community Health, Vice President of Community Impact at Aloha United Way, and Chief of Community Health Services at Waikiki Health. He holds a Master of Social Work from Monmouth University and an Executive MBA from the University of Hawaii. He was honored with Monmouth University’s Social Work Alumni Award in 2015 and was named a Pacific Business News 40 Under 40 Honoree in 2016.
Tasha Henneman, EdD
Chief of Policy and Government Affairs

Tasha Henneman, EdD
Chief of Policy and Government Affairs
Tasha Henneman, EdD
Tasha Henneman oversees PRC’s public policy and government affairs, as well as all communications functions. She also serves as director of the Black Leadership Council, a new policy initiative addressing broken systems of care for African-Americans and other minority populations. Tasha’s professional experience encompasses more than two decades in the nonprofit and government sectors. Prior to PRC, Tasha was chief of staff at SF Goodwill Industries and served as district director for State Senator Nancy Skinner (D9-East Bay) and as education and health policy advisor in the Office of the Mayor of Berkeley. Tasha earned her EdD and MA in early childhood education and leadership at Mills College. She also holds an MA in public administration from California State University Hayward and a BA in liberal studies from California State University Chico. Among her many current board and advisory roles are Lifelong Medical, the Center for Equity in Early Childhood Education, Berkeley Public Schools Fund, The Preventive Ounce, and K*STAR*Productions.

Beth Mazie
Chief Programs Officer

Beth Mazie
Chief Programs Officer
Beth Mazie
Beth supports PRC’s social service programs as the Chief Programs Officer. She was inspired to join the PRC team due to its holistic and interconnected approach to client care. She values the broad range of services PRC provides and its focus on empowering clients to address their needs, overcome barriers, reach their goals, and reclaim their lives.
Beth’s connection to PRC’s mission is deeply rooted in her belief that the issues PRC addresses—HIV/AIDS, substance use, and mental health—affect everyone in some way. She feels a strong sense of community responsibility to help make it a better place for all, particularly for those least represented who need support to address social risk factors impacting their wellness and ability to thrive.
Outside of her work with PRC, Beth enjoys being outdoors, hiking, snowshoeing, and running. She also loves playing the mandolin and guitar, traveling, and spending time with her family.
As PRC’s Chief Programs Officer, Beth aims to ensure that every client receives comprehensive support to overcome challenges and achieve their full potential. She is dedicated to making a positive impact on the community by helping those in need reach their goals and improve their lives.
Previously, Beth served as the Senior Supervising Attorney for PRC’s Legal Advocacy Program, then as the Programs Managing Legal Director, and later as the Vice President of Programs. Beth holds a bachelor’s degree from Ithaca College and a Juris Doctor Degree from George Washington University’s National Law Center. She is a licensed attorney with the State Bar of California.
Randi Paul
Chief of Staff

Randi Paul
Chief of Staff
Randi Paul
Randi Paul joined PRC after being inspired by its impactful work in San Francisco, where she is raising her family. Deeply connected to the city, she feels a strong responsibility to address its pressing social issues, particularly homelessness. Her motivation to contribute to the community stems from a desire to set a positive example for her children, ensuring they grow up with a sense of active responsibility. With loved ones who have struggled with substance use and mental health issues, Randi understands the critical importance of a strong support system—a resource not available to everyone. This personal connection fuels her dedication to expanding PRC’s reach, helping more individuals access the resources they need to thrive.
As PRC’s Chief of Staff, Randi’s goal is to support board governance, lead special initiatives, and advance strategic planning efforts across the organization. Before this role, Randi supported PRC as the Chief Development Officer. She is passionate about creating opportunities for individuals to imagine a better life and work toward making it a reality.
Outside of her professional role, Randi enjoys exploring San Francisco with her husband, two sons, and their dog. They often stay active by running, hiking, biking, and taking long walks together. Randi’s love for adventure is highlighted by a memorable experience during a trip to India, where she had the rare opportunity to see a tiger in the wild.
Randi Paul oversees the overall fundraising strategy for PRC, including annual, major, and planned giving, foundation/corporate giving, operations, and stewardship. She has more than 15 years of experience in the nonprofit arts, higher education, and human services sectors guiding donors to make financially significant investments in mission-driven work through meaningful and effective relationships. Prior to PRC, Randi was the Associate Director of Individual Giving at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music, where she was a part of the capital campaign for the Ute and William K. Bowes, Jr. Center for Performing Arts, and prior to that was at the San Francisco Opera. Randi earned her Bachelor of Arts from Rutgers University.
Greg Perez
Chief People Officer

Greg Perez
Chief People Officer
Greg Perez
Greg Perez is the Chief People Officer at PRC, where he leads People Experience (HR) with a deep commitment to social justice, integrity, and building systems that allow people and organizations to thrive. His career has been shaped by work at the intersection of people, accountability, and community impact, ensuring that mission-driven organizations remain strong, equitable, and sustainable.
Greg first joined PRC as a Legal Advocate from 1996 to 2000, during which he represented clients in Social Security Disability hearings—experiences that continue to inform his leadership approach today. Those early years reinforced the importance of patience, presence, and timely action, principles he brings to supporting staff and cultivating a healthy, inclusive workplace. His work has long centered on advancing dignity and opportunity for individuals affected by HIV/AIDS, mental health challenges, substance use, and systemic inequities.
Greg holds dual bachelor’s degrees in Sociology and Chicano Studies from UC Berkeley and earned his Juris Doctor from the New College of California School of Law. He brings a distinctive blend of legal insight, human resources expertise, and operational leadership to his role, with a focus on consistency, stability, and clear expectations across the organization.
As Chief People Officer, Greg is dedicated to ensuring staff have access to robust training, clear pathways for growth, and the tools they need to succeed. He is especially passionate about workforce development models that support individuals with lived experience as they transition into employment. A strong advocate for thoughtful use of technology and data, he has helped modernize People Experience systems at PRC, increasing efficiency while preserving the human-centered values at the heart of the work.

Brent Willman
Chief Financial Officer

Brent Willman
Chief Financial Officer
Brent Willman
As I enter the final stages of my career, I felt it was important to help others, which led me to join the PRC team. PRC’s mission to support individuals affected by HIV/AIDS, substance use, and mental health issues through comprehensive services is something I am passionate about. I believe a healthy and sober society benefits everyone, and PRC is dedicated to achieving this goal. In my role at PRC, I aim to strengthen the organization’s financial stability, ensuring it can continue its vital mission for years to come.
Outside of PRC, I stay busy hiking with our three dogs, attending my kids’ events, and working on various home projects. A fun fact about me is that I’ve visited Oprah’s house twice.
Jeremy Watson
Chief Clinical Officer

Jeremy Watson
Chief Clinical Officer
Jeremy Watson
Jeremy supports Baker Places’s clinical, housing, and navigation programs as the Interim Chief Clinical Officer. He values the broad range of services Baker Places offers in connection with wrap around services of PRC, which help clients achieve goals, needs, and access to much-needed services
As Baker Places’s Interim Chief Clinical Officer, Jeremy’s goal is to make spaces for clients to receive assistance in pursuit of achieving their goals related to mental health and substance use. He aims to ensure that clients receive wrap-around support to overcome challenges and achieve their full potential.
Previously, Jeremy served as the Associate Chief Clinical Officer at Baker Places and the Director of Quality Management. Before that he was the HIV Consumer Advocacy Project’s HIV Consumer Advocate at the AIDS Legal Referral Panel and as a Case Manager/Security Care Treatment Staff at Caprock Behavioral Services. Jeremy holds a bachelor’s degree from Colorado Mesa University, a Juris Doctor from Golden Gate University School of Law, a Master of Law from Golden Gate University School of Law, and a Master of Arts in Communication Management.
Erik Lauritzen
Director of Facilities and Capital Assets

Erik Lauritzen
Director of Facilities and Capital Assets
Erik Lauritzen
Erik is the Director of Facilities and Capital Assets, where he helps manage PRC’s portfolio of 288 beds across our 38 properties in San Francisco. Erik works closely with vendors, contractors, project managers, property management, and facilities teams to keep buildings and systems running smoothly, overseeing budgets, vendor relations, capital assets, leases, insurance, and regulatory requirements. Another key element of Erik’s role is supporting capital improvement projects, from early scoping and budgeting to RFPs and project coordination.
In his role, Erik is focused on creating an impact that is largely invisible—but essential. By ensuring that properties are well-maintained and that licensing, compliance, and funding mechanisms are addressed seamlessly, he works behind the scenes to remove disruptions before they are ever felt. Erik’s goal is to ensure that staff can focus on delivering services and that clients can focus on what matters most: receiving the care they need to reclaim their independence and strengthen their futures.
Outside of work, Erik is a competitive endurance athlete who regularly participates in marathons and triathlons and enjoys traveling, assembling puzzles, and reading inspiring books. Those interests reflect how he approaches his work—focused, detail-oriented, and steady over the long haul, while staying productive, curious, and open to new perspectives.

Jason Cinq-Mars
Managing Director of Legal Advocacy

Jason Cinq-Mars
Managing Director of Legal Advocacy
Jason Cinq-Mars
Jason Cinq-Mars has always been driven by a desire to help others, a passion evident from his time in the military to his volunteer work at the SFSPCA. When the opportunity arose to serve his San Francisco community as an attorney, he embraced it wholeheartedly.
As a longtime resident of the Castro and an active member of the LGBTQ community, Jason has witnessed firsthand the challenges people face regarding income and health. His legal practice is dedicated to helping individuals navigate the complex legal landscape and access the benefits they are entitled to. Jason’s work is motivated by a commitment to improving the immediate situations of his clients and helping them thrive in the future.
Outside his professional role, Jason is an avid movie fan and enjoys the outdoors, often taking city hikes to appreciate the beauty of San Francisco. He remains deeply involved in the LGBTQ community, sitting on the volunteer boards of two community organizations focused on education.
A fun fact about Jason is that he has an identical twin brother, with whom he shares a close bond, including joining the military together.
As the Managing Director of Legal Advocacy, Jason aims to support the team in every way possible, ensuring they can provide the highest quality legal services. His goal is to make the process of applying for federal disability benefits smoother for clients, enabling his team to focus on their needs and deliver exceptional support.
Martin Muneton
Director of Client Services Emergency Financial Assistance

Martin Muneton
Director of Client Services Emergency Financial Assistance
Martin Muneton
Martin Muneton joined PRC, drawn by the agency’s esteemed reputation in San Francisco and the unique opportunity the Emergency Financial Assistance (EFA) position offered to leverage his experience in HIV work. The agency’s commitment to diversity and inclusion, integral to its core values, played a significant role in his decision to become part of this dedicated team of professionals.
Beyond his professional life, Martin is actively engaged in the political scene with a focus on international and geopolitical affairs. When not at work, Martin is a sybarite who relishes the vibrant food and wine scene of San Francisco.
In his role as Director of Client Services for EFA, Martin’s primary goal is to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the programs he oversees. He is dedicated to delivering services with kindness, compassion, and the utmost respect for participants, continually striving to improve the impact and reach of his work.
Martin holds a baccalaureate degree in Political Science from the University College London (UCL) and has worked in the HIV field since 1997.
Dennis Reilly
Managing Director Workforce Development

Dennis Reilly
Managing Director Workforce Development
Dennis Reilly
Dennis brings a deep well of experience and compassion to his role at PRC, shaped by his early work as an Employment Specialist during the AIDS epidemic. At a time when stigma and fear often prevented people living with HIV/AIDS from securing employment, Dennis stood as an advocate, witnessing the urgent need for empathy, education, and systemic change.
That experience continues to inform his work today. At PRC, Dennis is dedicated to advancing the organization’s mission of empowering individuals affected by HIV/AIDS, substance use, and mental health challenges. He is particularly passionate about reshaping narratives around employment, championing diversity and inclusion, and reimagining what the path to meaningful work can look like for people living with invisible or chronic conditions.
Outside of PRC, Dennis is an active presence in the recovery and mental health communities. He’s also an aviation enthusiast with an encyclopedic knowledge of aircraft models and engine specs.
Dennis is a highly successful job developer with a proven track record of placing over 1,000 clients in both long-term and contract employment. He brings extensive experience in pre-employment assessment, job placement, and job retention strategies. His background also includes comprehensive assessment and counseling across life skills, employment readiness, housing stability, and behavioral and medical health.
With expert-level skills in coaching, Dennis specializes in helping clients market themselves effectively, offering guidance on personal branding, résumé and cover letter development, and interview preparation to ensure they are confident and competitive in today’s job market.

Amanda Shavers
Controller

Amanda Shavers
Controller
Amanda Shavers
Amanda Shavers brings more than 20 years of accounting and financial leadership experience to PRC. She began her career as an Auditor with KPMG, where she developed a strong foundation in financial reporting, compliance, and internal controls. Throughout her career across private equity, professional services, and nonprofit organizations, Amanda has focused on building strong financial systems that support mission-driven work and long-term organizational stability.
Amanda was drawn to PRC’s commitment to ensuring that everyone has access to an advocate and an opportunity. The organization’s integrated approach—combining legal advocacy, financial assistance, housing support, treatment services, and workforce development—aligns closely with her belief that lasting stability requires both immediate support and long-term opportunity.
In her role at PRC, Amanda aims to strengthen financial transparency and operational effectiveness to support the organization’s continued impact in the community.
Outside of work, Amanda enjoys endurance riding with her horse in the Mount Diablo hills, Pilates, and road trips with her family and pets to explore the gorgeous state of California. She also loves hosting potlucks to share her love of southern food.
Melida Solorzano
Director of Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder
Jim Wegman
Director of Quality Contract Compliance

Jim Wegman
Director of Quality Contract Compliance
Jim Wegman
Jim has been managing data and technology in the not-for-profit sector for over twenty-five years. He joined PRC in 2003 after relocating to San Francisco from Rochester, New York. Prior to his move west, Jim spent over five years in the role of MIS Director for AIDS Rochester (now known as Trillium Health). His career in non-profit human services began at the United Way of Greater Rochester where he fulfilled a variety of data management and administrative roles over his three-year tenure.

Board of Directors

Darren Smith
PRC President

Darren Smith
PRC President
Darren Smith
Joining PRC’s Board was a natural choice for me, driven by a profound commitment to making a positive impact in the lives of those facing challenges. My connection with PRC’s mission runs deep; it’s a personal commitment shaped by a belief that everyone deserves access to essential services and support.
Throughout the Bay Area, I actively engage in volunteer work at local shelters, participate in awareness campaigns, and collaborate with various support organizations, seeking to foster positive change.
As a Board member, I aim to bring strategic insights to the table, strengthen PRC’s programs, broaden community reach, and contribute to lasting positive change. Through my participation, I aspire to help create a more inclusive, compassionate society where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
Fun fact: I enjoy hiking in the summer, skiing in the winter, and tending to my gardens and orchard in Sonoma.
Darren Smith, is the managing director for Principal Asset Manager. Prior to joining the Firm, Darren worked for JPMAM, Lincoln Financial, Liberty Funds, and INVESCO Funds as a wholesaler.
Darren received a B.S. in Business and Public Administration from the University of the Pacific. He holds FINRA Series 7, 63 and 24 licenses and his NFA Series 3 and 30 licenses
John Peabody, MD, PhD, FACP
PRC Vice President

John Peabody, MD, PhD, FACP
PRC Vice President
John Peabody, MD, PhD, FACP
Dr. John Peabody is a renowned international health care figure in clinical care quality and a Professor at the University of California, San Francisco and Los Angeles. Professor Peabody has contributed more than 200 articles, books, and abstracts to the peer-review literature on a variety of subjects notably quality improvement and the economic benefits of standardizing clinical practice.
In 2012, Dr Peabody started QURE Healthcare, a company with over 15 million in revenue and used in health systems across the United States and around the world. The QURE platform uses simulated patients to engage clinical providers, measure clinical practice and lower the cost of health care. In 2021, John sold QURE and founded Peabody Health Philanthropies (PHP).
The vision of Peabody Health Philanthropies is a world where access to consistent, high-quality healthcare is equally available to everyone. Within a year of being founded, PHP launched its own software tool, EQIS, to continue the work of QURE in low- and middle-income countries. PHP is a hands-on philanthropy and in just 10 months has initiated healthcare projects in Malawi, Vietnam, and Bangladesh. Work there is in the care of pregnant women, newborns, and heart disease.
While the need in the poorest countries of the world is heart-wrenching, San Francisco (SF) is John’s home with its own great challenges. “I investigated several San Francisco non-profit organizations looking for one whose mission best aligned with the community’s needs. PRC stood out because of its broad-based reach in health, including HIV, addressing homelessness and behavioral health issues, legal issues and focus, like other PHP work, on vulnerable populations. Among other deserving SF organizations, PRC’s leadership team stood out. This final piece compelled me to go from a supporter to becoming a PRC Board member. As a Board member, I hope to lendexpertise in health care, policy and local politics, advocacy and development.”
“When I am not working and travelling, I have 3 remarkable children who are independent and share PHP’s commitment to supporting the poor and less fortunate.”
Ahmad Henry, CAIA
PRC Treasurer

Ahmad Henry, CAIA
PRC Treasurer
Ahmad Henry, CAIA
Ahmad Henry joined PRC’s Board of Directors in 2025, shortly after relocating to San Francisco from Boca Raton, Florida. A lifelong volunteer with a passion for community, Ahmad brings both personal insight and professional dedication to PRC’s mission.
His connection to this work is deeply personal. When someone in his family faced homelessness, it revealed how close many families are to crisis. Though he grew up with financial hardship, his grandmother provided the gift of stable housing—something he now sees as foundational to dignity and health. That experience fuels his drive to support organizations like PRC.
Ahmad quickly immersed himself in the PRC community, attending events like Mighty Real and looking for opportunities to deepen his engagement. He’s committed to using his lived experience and leadership skills to help PRC expand its reach and impact.
Known in his family as “Henry the Eighth” (he’s the eighth of nine siblings), Ahmad credits his upbringing with developing strong interpersonal skills. He’s also a lifelong fan of Motown music and a passionate moviegoer, believing that music has the unique power to connect, inspire, and uplift.
Through his role on PRC’s Board, Ahmad hopes to ensure that no one faces hardship without support and to help build a healthier, more equitable San Francisco for all.

Jacob Schaaf
PRC Secretary

Jacob Schaaf
PRC Secretary
Jacob Schaaf
Jacob Schaaf is a dedicated member of the PRC Board, driven by a passion for meaningful community impact and a commitment to vulnerable populations. Jacob was inspired to join the board by a strong belief in PRC’s mission and the organization’s innovative approach and its impressive fundraising efforts, which sustain its significant positive impact in San Francisco.
Jacob’s connection to PRC’s mission is further reinforced by his professional affiliation with insurance broker Marsh McLennan Agency, a long-standing supporter of Baker Places since the 1990s. This background has deepened his conviction in the importance of providing comprehensive support to those affected by HIV/AIDS, substance use, and mental health challenges. By contributing his skills and experience, Jacob is committed to guiding PRC toward its strategic goals and fostering meaningful change in the community.
Outside of his board responsibilities, Jacob is an avid road cyclist. He has participated in the AIDS/LifeCycle event from San Francisco to Los Angeles five times, combining his love of cycling with his dedication to supporting a cause close to his heart. His passion for travel has led him on memorable adventures—from taking a hot air balloon ride in Turkey and viewing cherry blossoms in Japan to hiking across the Dolomites in Italy. At home, he enjoys hosting small dinner gatherings where good food and great conversations bring friends together. A fun fact about Jacob is that during his college years, he went with a group of friends to The Price is Right where he won big, creating a unique and unforgettable experience.
Through his board participation, Jacob aims to shape PRC’s strategic direction by strengthening partnerships and forging new donor relationships. His ultimate goal is to ensure that PRC remains one of the leading programs offering integrated support to the San Francisco community, meeting client needs and driving lasting, positive change.
Josh Frieman

Josh Frieman
Josh Frieman
Josh Frieman is a Principal at Prime Group where he leads the accounting, investor relations and business technology teams for both Prime Residential and Prime Finance. He also serves as the Chief Compliance Officer for both Prime Finance and Prime Residential. Mr. Frieman joined Prime Group in 2005 and has been involved in all facets of real estate investment, finance and administration including leadership roles in over $5 billion of real estate transactions. Prior to that, he was an advisor to distressed businesses, overseeing numerous restructurings and liquidations. Earlier in his career, Mr. Frieman practiced corporate law with Latham & Watkins and served as the General Counsel for a start-up technology company. Mr. Frieman graduated with honors from University of California at Berkeley and Harvard Law School.
Colin Hartke

Colin Hartke
Colin Hartke
I am deeply inspired by the vital role that PRC plays in supporting our community. From its residential treatment programs to legal advocacy, PRC’s services are essential in positively transforming lives. It’s an honor for me to contribute to PRC’s mission as a board member.
PRC’s holistic approach deeply resonates with me. I firmly believe in the organization’s commitment to helping our fellow community members recover and take positive steps in their lives.
In my volunteer work with Mission Graduates, I tutor high school students and mentor college students as they transition to the professional world. Additionally, I volunteer with Toxic Free Future, advocating for reducing exposure to toxic chemicals.
Outside of my community involvement, I enjoy outdoor activities like tennis and hiking in the region’s parks. I’m also an avid reader, always with a stack of books on my nightstand waiting to be explored.
Bringing my experience in marketing, strategy, and public health, I aim to support PRC’s services. I’m particularly excited to help deepen PRC’s connections throughout the community and amplify the stories of transformation at its core. I strive to advocate for maintaining the culture of collaboration and caring that make PRC special, while continually strengthening its services.
Fun fact: As a firm believer in the power of handwritten notes, I send 2-3 cards each week, from thank-you notes to birthday cards, always ready with stamps and cards in hand.

John Jensen
Gia Jung

Gia Jung
Gia Jung
I joined PRC’s board because I am inspired and dedicated to PRC’s longstanding commitment to the San Francisco community, its adherence to but expansion on its origins as a local AIDS volunteer organization, and interconnectedness both internally and for its clients. As a mixed-race lesbian, I understand that empowering a whole person is incredibly multi-faceted, complex, and deeply necessary. PRC’s mission to better realize opportunities resonates profoundly with me, and I am excited to give my time to be a part of that mission and impact, and to be giving back to the community of San Francisco.
I hope to leverage my experiences and bring a diverse and culturally informed perspective to the board, along with legal expertise regarding board compliance and risks. I strive to contribute to PRC’s culture of holistic help, support, and collaboration throughout the organization.
Outside of my time with the PRC, I am a plaintiff-side civil litigator. Fun fact: I decided to become a lawyer after a mini-mock trial in eighth grade history. On the weekends, I can be found playing kickball in SF’s OutLoud Sports She/They league or watching the buses go past my window with my cat, Bash.
Gia Jung is an attorney at Cotchett, Pitre & McCarthy LLP specializing in complex commercial litigation, securities law, and civil class actions. Gia has served as counsel in numerous consumer, privacy, and securities cases in both state and federal courts. After receiving her certificate in IP & Technology law from the University of California, Berkeley School of Law, Gia has spoken on technology topics, including privacy and artificial intelligence, at conferences around the country and is a published contributor to the Daily Journal legal newspaper and CAOC Forum legal magazine.
Michael Kyle

Michael Kyle
Michael Kyle
I joined the board of PRC because there has never been a more crucial time for us to come together to create a thriving San Francisco. I envision a city that uplifts all communities and addresses its challenges through a holistic, ‘spectrum of care’ strategy. I was also inspired by PRC’s new leadership and its dedicated staff, who work tirelessly on the front lines providing life-saving services to clients and residents.
As someone living with HIV and in long-term recovery, PRC’s mission is profoundly personal to me. I thrive today because of the efforts of countless community activists and advocates, and now it’s my turn to fight for those who lack access due to inequitable systems. PRC is the perfect organization for me to support in this capacity.
I am passionate about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and have dedicated my career to fostering inclusive, freedom-centered organizational cultures as an HR Executive at growing technology startups. Outside of work, I love to sing and have been a member of the SF Gay Men’s Chorus for over ten years. Singing gives me balance and reminds me of the power of art to heal. Additionally, I stay active and can often be found at the gym or in a group fitness class.
I hope to leverage my lived experiences to guide the board in people, governance, and fundraising strategies, and I am ready to serve wherever needed.
Fun fact: I once aspired to be a TV journalist, interning at KTVU-FOX2 in college and covering the election of then-Mayor Gavin Newsom. I often wonder how different my life would be if I had pursued that dream.
Michael Kyle is a Bay Area native and an advocate at heart. Currently, Michael is an HR executive at global startup technology companies where he has been focused on expanding opportunity more equitably and inspiring cultures of inclusion and belonging. Michael spent his early career in banking at US Bank and Wells Fargo where he served as a key change maker in advancing LGBTQIA+ inclusion as President of its LGBTQIA ERG. While there he helped the unbanked to improve the financial well-being of the most underserved through work on the Bank on San Francisco initiative, which later inspired the new Office of Financial Empowerment. Michael received his Bachelor’s Degree from UC Berkeley and has previously served on the Board of Directors of LYRIC and GSA Network. Michael is also a five-time AIDS/Lifecycle cyclist, an active member in the local recovery community, and a current singer with the San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus. He resides in the Castro District with his French bulldog named Douglass.

Michael Niczyporuk

Michael Niczyporuk
Michael Niczyporuk
I am honored to serve on PRC’s Board to help advance PRC’s impact and visibility in our community and, in so doing, make San Francisco a more inclusive, welcoming and empowering place to live and work for everyone. As an immigrant who grew up in Poland under Soviet communist rule, I appreciate how unequal treatment and limited access to basic necessities impact well-being and opportunity.
Throughout my career, I have always been drawn to complex, thorny problems, first as a high-energy physicist and then as a Fintech executive and entrepreneur. Having spent my career making financial services more inclusive and empowering using technology, I am passionate about ensuring that everyone benefits — and that no one gets left behind — amidst the dramatic shift to digital across all aspects of our lives.
As a Board member, I aim to bring my experiences to bear on the very complex – and very palpable – problems of homelessness, HIV/AIDS, substance use and mental health issues in the San Francisco Bay Area. I also seek to enlist the talents and energies of my broader network to advance the mission, voice and work of PRC.
Outside of my professional endeavors and work with PRC, I enjoy being a father to my son, playing my own piano compositions and exploring the great outdoors.
Michael Niczyporuk is a former physicist turned FinTech and payments executive who has built and grown technology-driven businesses across Visa, USAA, Citi and Capital One. Michael received his Ph.D. from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and his B.S. from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, both in Physics. Originally from Kraków, Poland, Michael immigrated to the United States in 1983 and is proud to call San Francisco his adopted home.
Chaney Ojinnaka, MBA, MPH
Chaney Ojinnaka

Chaney Ojinnaka, MBA, MPH
Chaney Ojinnaka
Chaney Ojinnaka, MBA, MPH
Chaney Ojinnaka is a healthcare executive and general manager with over 15 years of experience working at the intersection of healthcare data platforms, digital product strategy, and clinical services innovation. He has held leadership roles at major diversified health technology companies and national payers in the U.S. — from Fortune 100 companies such as Humana and McKesson to VC/PE-backed firms such as Komodo Health — spanning healthcare portfolio strategy, platform innovation, and general management
He brings particular expertise in outcomes measurement, data and technology governance, and the role of data in improving clinical service delivery, and enabling new service line offerings.
Chaney joined PRC’s Board because of his deep interest in behavioral health in underserved populations, and the opportunity to help mission-driven organizations like PRC strengthen impact, accountability and reach.
Outside of his professional work, he writes and speaks on topics including digital product strategy, commercialization, and the impact of AI in life sciences.
He is a graduate of Howard University, holds an MPH from King’s College London, and an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.
Tamarah Prevost, J.D.

Tamarah Prevost, J.D.
Tamarah Prevost, J.D.
Tamarah is a partner at Altair Law, and a trial attorney representing employees who have been wrongfully terminated in discrimination, harassment, and retaliation matters and specializes in representing executives. Tamarah was named a 2023 Daily Journal’s Top 100 Women Lawyers in California, a Top 40 Under 40 attorney, and has been selected as a Northern California “Rising Star” in Employment Litigation by SuperLawyers in 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024. She is a regular panelist speaker on employment litigation topics at the Consumer Attorneys of California conventions and seminars in San Francisco, Sonoma, and Hawaii, and is a regularly published contributor to the Daily Journal legal newspaper, and has been published in the San Francisco Chronicle on topics related to employment law. She is also on the Board of Governors as a delegate of California for the national plaintiffs’ legal organization American Association for Justice, and serves on the Board of the San Mateo Trial Lawyers’ Association and the Western Trial Lawyers Association.

Shairah Willis

Shairah Willis
Shairah Willis
Shairah Willis is a Financial Advisor on The Covington Wealth Management Group at Morgan Stanley, where she focuses on long-term planning and generational wealth building.
Shairah is deeply inspired by PRC’s mission and the intentionality behind its work. Through engaging with leadership and clients, she saw firsthand the care and thoughtfulness that PRC brings to supporting its community. She was drawn to the organization’s focus on dignity, access, and meeting individuals where they are, which are values that closely align with her own. In her professional work, Shairah sees a strong parallel in PRC’s holistic approach to helping individuals build stability and move forward in a sustainable way.
Through her board participation, Shairah aims to contribute to PRC’s continued growth and impact, particularly in areas such as financial sustainability, strategic planning, and governance. She is passionate about being a thoughtful and engaged partner to the organization, helping PRC expand its reach while staying grounded in its mission.
Born in Inglewood, California and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, Shairah has lived and worked in multiple cities including New York, Alabama and now The Bay Area. Outside of her professional and board work, Shairah enjoys exploring new restaurants and wineries, staying active, traveling, and spending time building community through mentorship and volunteering.