Leadership Team

OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE

Expert leadership driving supportive housing operations with strategic vision and proven execution.

OPERATIONAL STANDARDS

Our leadership team brings decades of combined experience in healthcare operations, property management, and strategic partnerships to deliver exceptional supportive housing services.

STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP

Executive team with proven track records in healthcare operations, business management, and strategic growth initiatives.

OPERATIONAL EXPERTISE

Specialized knowledge in property management, business systems, and agency partnership development.

PERFORMANCE METRICS

Data-driven approach to occupancy rates, placement timelines, and agency satisfaction scores.

OPERATIONAL COORDINATION

Round-the-clock operational oversight ensuring seamless intake, placement, and property management.

LEADERSHIP TEAM

Meet the experienced leaders who drive our operations and ensure excellence in supportive housing delivery across all properties.

Hamza Wardere
12+ years EXPERIENCE

Hamza Wardere

Chief Executive Officer

Oversees Union Healthcare's strategy, partnerships, and operational execution across supportive housing. Focused on real-time capacity, quality standards, and agency relationships that improve stability for participants. Directs property expansion and cross-functional delivery to meet DBH expectations and placement timelines.

Credentials:

Business AdministrationHealthcare OperationsStrategic Partnerships

Specialties:

Strategic Planning
Agency Partnerships
Quality Standards
Property Expansion
Mel Negussie
10+ years EXPERIENCE

Mel Negussie

President

Manages day-to-day operations and cross-team coordination. Drives property readiness, safety practices, and staffing coverage to ensure consistent, trauma-informed support in every home. Partners with agency stakeholders to keep referrals moving with rapid response and expedited processing.

Credentials:

Operations ManagementTrauma-Informed LeadershipStaff Development

Specialties:

Day-to-Day Operations
Property Readiness
Safety Practices
Staffing Coverage
Mir Ali
8+ years EXPERIENCE

Mir Ali

Director of Business Operations

Manages business systems, vendor relationships, and intake logistics. Coordinates bed availability reporting, documentation flow, and scheduling so partners receive fast, accurate decisions. Builds repeatable processes that support reliable SR-level placements across the portfolio.

Credentials:

Business SystemsVendor ManagementProcess Optimization

Specialties:

Business Systems
Vendor Relations
Intake Logistics
Documentation Flow
Patricia Dewey
15+ years EXPERIENCE

Patricia Dewey

Human Resources Director

Leads hiring, onboarding, and workforce development. Ensures comprehensive coverage, training, and adherence to Union standards. Fosters a culture of dignity, safety, and responsiveness in every residence.

Credentials:

SHRM-CPWorkforce DevelopmentTraining & Development

Specialties:

Hiring & Onboarding
Workforce Development
Training Programs
Culture Building
Asmara Ogbai
9+ years EXPERIENCE

Asmara Ogbai

Housing Director

Responsible for property standards, maintenance oversight, and move-in readiness. Aligns safety, security, and trauma-informed design with agency expectations. Coordinates with operations to minimize downtime between referrals and placements.

Credentials:

Property ManagementMaintenance OversightSafety Standards

Specialties:

Property Standards
Maintenance Oversight
Move-in Readiness
Safety & Security
Anthony Woodland
7+ years EXPERIENCE

Anthony Woodland

Director of Digital Strategy & Operations

Oversees Union's digital infrastructure, website, and outreach systems. Leads high-level marketing, email campaigns, and partner communications to keep agencies informed of real-time capacity and rapid intake pathways. Ensures accurate, accessible information for referral teams.

Credentials:

Digital InfrastructureMarketing StrategyCommunications Systems

Specialties:

Digital Infrastructure
Website Management
Partner Communications
Marketing Campaigns

TRAINING & CERTIFICATIONS

All Union Healthcare staff complete rigorous training programs and maintain current certifications in evidence-based practices.

Operations Excellence

Advanced
Healthcare Operations Institute

Best practices in healthcare facility operations and management

Property Management Certification

Professional
National Association of Residential Property Managers

Comprehensive training in residential property operations and standards

Business Process Management

Certified
Association of Business Process Management Professionals

Streamlining operations and optimizing workflow efficiency

Strategic Partnership Development

Specialized
Healthcare Partnership Network

Building and maintaining agency relationships for service delivery

60+
Combined Years Experience
100%
Leadership Certified
48hr
Max Placement Timeline
FULL
Operational Coverage

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

Union Healthcare invests in continuous leadership development to ensure our team stays ahead of industry best practices in supportive housing operations.

Operations Excellence Training

Advanced workshops on property management, business systems optimization, and strategic partnership development.

Industry Conference Participation

Active participation in healthcare operations, property management, and supportive housing leadership conferences.

Executive Mentorship & Strategy

Regular strategy sessions with industry advisors and operational excellence coaching for continuous improvement.

Leadership Development

OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE

Systematic operational standards ensure consistent service delivery and exceptional outcomes across all Union Healthcare properties.

OPERATIONAL AUDITS

Regular property inspections, business process reviews, and compliance assessments to maintain operational standards.

AGENCY PARTNERSHIPS

Regular check-ins with DBH agencies, feedback collection, and partnership optimization to ensure seamless referral processes.

PERFORMANCE METRICS

Data-driven performance tracking including placement timelines, occupancy rates, and partner satisfaction scores.

TRUST OUR OPERATIONAL EXPERTISE

Partner with experienced leaders who deliver exceptional supportive housing operations and strategic agency relationships.