At ECHOS, experience and commitment run deep. More than one-third of our staff have been with ECHOS for 10 years or longer, bringing invaluable knowledge, continuity, and compassion to our work.
This remarkable staff longevity reflects a team deeply committed to our mission and to the individuals and families who turn to ECHOS for support. Many of our team members have spent years building trusted relationships within the community, helping ensure that every person who comes through our doors is treated with dignity, respect, and care.
Executive Director
Director of Operations
Director of Development
Benefits Assistance Team Leader
Financial Team Leader
Case Manager
Case Manager
Case Manager
Case Manager
Community Health Worker
Greeter and Security
Greeter and Security
Dennis has been a welcoming and reassuring presence at ECHOS since 2019, serving as our front desk greeter and security officer. He helps ensure that every client and visitor who walks through our doors is greeted with warmth, respect, and a sense of safety.
Community Health Worker
Uchenna has served ECHOS since 2020 and currently works as a Benefits Application Case Manager and Community Health Worker. With experience across ECHOS’ Benefits Application Assistance, Food Security, and emergency financial assistance programs, she helps families access healthcare and other essential resources that support greater stability.
Case Manager
Maria joined ECHOS in 2025 and serves as a bilingual Case Manager and Data Entry Specialist, providing supportive case management to individuals and families working toward greater stability. With a bachelor’s degree in social work, she also supports ECHOS’ data collection and program reporting efforts.
Case Manager
Lupe joined ECHOS in 2024 and serves as a bilingual Case Manager, helping individuals and families navigate public benefits and connect with essential community resources. She is committed to improving access to healthcare and other supports through compassionate, culturally responsive service and community outreach.
Case Manager
Vanesa joined ECHOS in 2024 and serves as a bilingual Case Manager, helping individuals and families overcome financial challenges and remain safely housed. With a master’s degree in social work, she brings a compassionate, client-centered approach to housing stabilization, eviction prevention, and connecting families with essential resources.
Case Manager
Angie has served ECHOS since 2012, helping individuals and families navigate public benefits and access essential healthcare and community resources. A bilingual Community Health Worker, she brings extensive experience and a deep understanding of the needs and challenges facing the families ECHOS serves.
Financial Team Leader
Yesenia has been a dedicated member of the ECHOS team since 2020 and currently leads the Housing Stabilization Financial Assistance team. She brings extensive experience in housing stabilization and eviction prevention, helping individuals and families overcome barriers, remain safely housed, and move toward greater stability.
Benefits Assistance Team Leader
Maricela has been a dedicated member of the ECHOS team since 2014 and currently serves as Benefits Assistance Team Leader. A certified Community Health Worker with more than a decade of experience, she leads efforts to connect individuals and families with healthcare coverage, public benefits, and other resources that support long-term stability.
Director of Development
Julie serves as Director of Development, leading ECHOS’ fundraising, grant development, donor engagement, and special events. She brings more than a decade of nonprofit development experience and a passion for connecting donors and community partners with opportunities to strengthen the lives of Houston-area families.
Director of Operations
Kathy has been a dedicated member of the ECHOS team since 2006, bringing two decades of experience and institutional knowledge to the organization. As Director of Operations, she oversees the day-to-day systems and processes that help ECHOS effectively serve individuals and families throughout the Greater Houston community.
Executive Director
Cathly leads ECHOS with a deep commitment to helping individuals and families achieve greater stability and well-being. As Executive Director, she oversees the organization’s programs, operations, partnerships, and strategic direction, guided by a passion for compassionate, client-centered service.