HORIZON HOUSING ALLIANCE
AFFORDABLE HOUSING WITH
BEST-IN-CLASS PROVIDERS
We have a collection of experiences to effectively deliver on our mission across the State of Washington. We are driven to help produce more units of housing for those most in need quickly and efficiently based on a track record of proven models.
Our Values.
Collaboration.
Thriving communities are made of thriving individuals. We engage best-in-class partners to produce exceptional housing communities with top-quality physical surroundings and the best available support services.
Accountability.
Every individual – from taxpayer to construction worker to tenant – plays a vital part in developing and maintaining a community. We establish connection and communication that ensures each individual can successfully contribute and benefit.
Stewardship.
Resources are not infinite. We strive to deliver results as economically and efficiently as possible.
Courage.
Growth can be a challenging process. We innovate and disrupt the status quo to create positive change in the affordable housing system.
Board of directors.
Marty J. Dickinson.
Marty has led successful teams across a wide range of industries. Having more than 30 years of marketing, branding, communications and organizational management experience, she is passionate about leading others through change and helping teams look forward. As the Chief Marketing and Lending Officer at STCU she is responsible for brand marketing, community relations, government affairs and commercial lending. Prior to her role at STCU, Marty served as executive vice president of culture enhancement at Umpqua Bank and executive vice-president at Sterling Bank. Marty served as the president of the Downtown Spokane Partnership for six years, where she helped attract more than $3 billion in urban reinvestment to enhance Spokane’s downtown district. A graduate of Washington State University, Marty serves on the Board of Regents for Washington State University, Public Facilities District Board of Directors, State of Washington Regence/Blue Shield Foundation Board, and is an Executive Board member of the Association of Washington Businesses.
Rob McCann.
Dr. Robert J. McCann has spent his entire adult life serving in various roles and programs with Catholic social services to provide help and create hope for those in need. As President and Chief Executive Officer of Catholic Charities Eastern Washington, Rob oversees a $60 million annual budget, 511 employees and over 6,300 volunteers across a huge array of programs. Rob holds a BA degree in American Studies and Political Science from Fairfield University, a Master’s degree in Organizational Leadership, and a Doctoral degree in Leadership Studies from Gonzaga University. Rob served eight years as an appointee to the United States Catholic Conference of Bishop’s National Advisory Committee, being elected as its chair for his final two years of tenure, where he gave reports twice a year to all the bishops and cardinals of the US as they gathered in Washington DC. Rob currently serves on the Empire Health Foundation FIN Board, Catholic Charities USA National Board of Trustees, Nazareth Guild, Gonzaga University School of Education Advisory Board, Spokane County Human Rights Task Force, and the Providence Community Care Ministries Board. Rob was born and raised in the New York City area, is Catholic-educated kindergarten through Ph.D., and is a life-long ice hockey player and golfer. He lives in Spokane with his wife Rachael, who is a Catholic school teacher, and their two children, Tim and Tess.
Jennifer West.
Experienced in leadership, operations and board governance, Jennifer is passionate about helping to advance the region’s economic development initiatives. As founder and principal of JPW Communications, a communications advisory firm, Jennifer’s career has spanned more than 30 years as a leader in public relations agency management and reputation management consulting for regional and multi-national agencies. Her client experience includes corporate, B2B and consumer facing brands, including real estate and financial services. Jennifer has long been actively involved throughout the Pacific Northwest by serving on boards of for-profit, not-for-profit, and philanthropic organizations that support social and economic development within their communities. Currently, she serves as a director for the Spokane International Airport.
Key staff.
John Pilcher
Executive Director
John has over 35 years of executive leadership experience in both public and private organizations. Highlights include Chief Operating Officer, City of Spokane and Co-Founder of a private real estate investment firm. John has experience developing both residential and commercial properties in multiple jurisdictions and has professionally managed portfolios of commercial real estate across several western US states. John is grateful for the opportunity to bring private sector experience to the non-profit housing world.
Director of Finance and Administration
Position Open
Allison Snow
Project Manager
Allison brings over 20 years of experience across multiple industries to support the projects at Horizon Housing Alliance. With background as a classroom educator, labor union leader, consultant, farmer, and triathlon coach, Allison brings an array of management skills and a broad lens of awareness to each project to ensure our work aligns with our values. Allison understands that people and projects thrive when they are connected and respected, and she loves the opportunity to use her talents for the creation of affordable housing.