Jacob Singer, PhD
PRESIDENT & CEO
Jacob joined Main Street Launch after a career in real estate development, venture finance, and economic development, and is responsible for developing the organization to achieve greater impact. 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 >>
Jen Leybovich
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 >>
Kathia Kacic
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT – CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER
Kathia Kacic is an experienced loan servicer and is responsible for servicing the entire Main Street Launch portfolio. As a part of her role, Kathia tracks payments and delinquencies… 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 >>
Jackie Maxwell
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT – ACCOUNTING / CONTROLLER
As the SVP – Accounting / Controller, Jackie is responsible for directing all of the accounting functions of the organization in accordance with industry standards, regulatory agencies and Main Street Launch’s objectives and policies. 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 >>
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 >>
Mayra Aguilar
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT – HR BUSINESS PARTNER
Mayra is responsible for aligning organization objectives with employees and management. She serves as a consultant to management on human resources related incidents. Overall, she is here to support Main Street Launch and encourage… Learn More >>
Robert Blundell
VICE PRESIDENT – RISK MANAGEMENT & COMPLIANCE
Robert Blundell manages risk levels in the portfolio and provides technical assistance to clients. He originally joined Main Street Launch as the Portfolio Manager for Veteran Launch. 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 >>
Richard Morris
AVP – SENIOR PROGRAM MANAGER
As AVP – Senior Program Manager, Richard supports the management of the African American Entrepreneurship Institute along with other special projects and lending programs focused on African American entrepreneurs and other historically disadvantaged small business owners… 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 >>
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 >>
Charles Johnson
SENIOR PROGRAM MANAGER
Charles Johnson is an expert in marketing and business development with over 15 years of service in helping to build the brands of African American entrepreneurs… Learn More >>
LaShan Goodwin
OFFICE MANAGER
LaShan is an experienced professional who brings more than 25 years of administrative experience to her role as Office Manager at Main Street. Learn More >>
