Rohan Kalbag

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Rohan has over 20 years of experience in financial services. He was formerly an executive vice president at Wells Fargo leading various functions within the institution’s Commercial Banking division (risk, lending, sales, change management). He was born in the United Kingdom, and moved to the United States in 1995. Learn More >>

Joyce Windross

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
As Chief Operating Officer, Ms. Windross reports directly to the CEO and manages the full operations of the organization. Her responsibilities include IT management, facilities management, financial reporting, and personnel development. She is uniquely equipped to add value across many areas of operations expertise… Learn More >>

Kathia Kacic-Vrana

EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT – CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER

Kathia Kacic-Vrana oversees the Compliance, Risk Management, and Closing departments, staff, and operations. As a part of her role, Kathia supports Main Street Launch’s lending work across all departments and ensures compliance… Learn More >>

Jen L. Verne

CHIEF DEVELOPMENT OFFICER

Jen’s role at Main Street Launch includes fundraising, partnerships, impact assessment, and organizational development and strategy. Prior to joining the organization… Learn More >>

Karla De Leon

EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT – CHIEF CREDIT OFFICER
Karla manages the lending team at Main Street Launch. She supports our work through client service and partnerships. She is passionate about small business and economic development. Learn More >>

Darius Mahajer

SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT – SENIOR RELATIONSHIP MANAGER

Darius works with various community partners and banking institutions to reach businesses that don’t qualify for conventional financing sources. Previously, Darius managed the San Francisco Emerging Business Loan Fund and Revolving Loan Fund for Main Street Launch… Learn More >>

Guillermo Barajas

SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT – ACCOUNTING MANAGER
Guillermo first joined Main Street Launch as Intern – Impact Evaluation. He now supports the finance and compliance team. This work includes supporting the loan closing process, tracking organizational financial performance, and other administrative tasks critical to keeping the organization running smoothly. Learn More >>

Mike McGrane

SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT – SENIOR RELATIONSHIP MANAGER

Mike McGrane is our Senior Relationship Manager in the Sacramento area. His duties are mainly as a business development officer and underwriter. Mike works with small business owners to help them choose the best type of financing for their growing business… Learn More >>

Brooke Solomon

SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT – LOAN CLOSING AND COMPLIANCE
As SVP – Loan Closing and Compliance, Brooke supports our lending work, supporting our clients by getting their loans funded and ensuring compliance. Learn More >>

Adrian Gomez Zavala

VICE PRESIDENT – RELATIONSHIP MANAGER
For the past eight years, Adrian has been building strong and lasting relationships with entrepreneurs and small businesses throughout the Bay Area. He helps small business owners secure financing to sustain or grow their businesses. Learn More >>

Robert Blundell

VICE PRESIDENT – RISK MANAGEMENT & COMPLIANCE
Robert is responsible for ensuring organizational compliance with SBA policy, evaluating and managing risk across Main Street Launch’s SBA loan portfolio, and executing servicing actions in compliance with SBA policy. Learn More >>

Kelly Baker

AVP – IMPACT & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Kelly manages marketing and impact projects at Main Street Launch. She became passionate about sharing the unique stories of small businesses from her experiences working with women entrepreneurs in Oakland as an AmeriCorps VISTA… Learn More >>

Melissa Huffman

AVP – ACCOUNTING MANAGER
Melissa joined Main Street Launch as an AVP Accounting Manager in 2022. Her work includes supporting the Accounting and Finance Department… Learn More >>

Jose Berasategui

LOAN SERVICING SPECIALIST
As the Loan Servicing Specialist, Jose is responsible for performing all of the organization’s servicing functions and completing requests submitted by clients. Learn More >>

Shay Synigal

ACCOUNTING & ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST
As Accounting and Administrative Specialist, Shay is responsible for managing various forms of accounting data and documentation. Learn More >>