Management Team
Ryan LaRue, Chief Executive Officer
Email: rlarue@rchdc.org
Ryan joined RCHDC in 2015 as a Project Manager for the Development Department subsequently becoming the Director of Development, As CEO, Ryan is committed to bringing much needed affordable housing to the communities we serve. He is particularly grateful for the opportunity to develop Permanent Supportive Housing. As Director, Ryan secured financing and partnerships for six multifamily permanent supportive housing communities. Prior to joining RCHDC, Ryan worked in the construction and social services industries. In his downtime he enjoys working on his alpaca farm and spending time with his two children.
Jennifer Hofstetter, Chief Financial Officer
Email: jhofstetter@rchdc.org
Jennifer holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Accounting from Sonoma State Univerisity. As RCHDC's Chief Financial Officer, Jennifer works directly under the Chief Executive Officer. She is responsible for the daily activities of the Finance Department. Jennifer is certified as an Asset Management Specialist (AMS) and is pursuing a Certified Housing Asset Manager (CHAM) designation. Prior to working for RCHDC, Jennifer worked for Eel River Fules Inc. and Mendocino Forest Products, LLC.
Angelica Figueroa, Director of Development
Email: afigueroa@rchdc.org
Angelica has been with RCHDC for the last 4 years. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering-Construction Management with a minor in Business Administration from CSU, Sacramento. She is involved in all aspects of development from site acquisition and project financing to overseeing the construction phase of all projects. She has been the lead Project Manager on the McCloud Rehab, Willow Terrace, Orr Creek Commons and now Orr Creek Commons Phase II. She has been part of numerous successful funding applications during her time with RCHDC including Affordable Housing Program, HOME, Special Needs Housing Program, No Place Like Home and last, but not least, six 9% tax credit applications. On her time off, she enjoys hiking and spending time with her family.
Elizabeth Matsumoto, Director of Multifamily Development
Email: ematsumoto@rchdc.org
Beth has 20 years of experience in nonprofit affordable housing. She holds a Master’s Degree focused on Sustainable Community Development from Humboldt State University and a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Colorado Leeds School of Business. After working in corporate management Beth shifted gears in pursuit of creating something that endures and improves lives. This new path led Beth to nonprofit housing. From there she learned to navigate the complex but rewarding field of developing and preserving affordable housing to help meet a basic need of our community members. In 2015, she was selected as the recipient of the Northern California Nonprofit Leadership Achievement Award for her contribution to affordable housing. As Executive Director of Housing Humboldt based in Arcata, Beth helped to facilitate a formal partnership with RCH to strengthen the nonprofit housing sector in Humboldt County and the surrounding region. Beth is now RCH’s Director of Multifamily Development.
Michelle Fox, Director of Property Management
Email: mdfox@rchdc.org
Michelle has been working in the affordable housing industry since 2009. From January 2009 until September 2022, Michelle was employed at Mendocino Community Development Commission. She joined RCHDC in September 2022 as Regional Manager and has recently been promoted to Director of Property Management. Michelle has worked with programs such as the Housing Choice Voucher and Permanent Supportive Housing, and she has managed both subsidized and non-subsidized properties for seniors, families and special needs properties. Michelle is currently pursuing her California Real Estate license and holds the following certifications: Certified Occupancy Specialist and Certified Tax Credit Specialist, USDA/RD Specialist and EIV Specialist. Michelle has enjoyed serving the residents of Mendocino and Lake Counties and is excited to be able to serve the residents of all of RCHDC’s portfolio as Director of Property Managment. In her downtime she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, camping, hiking and working in her garden.
Amarilis Dominguez, Human Resources Manager
Email: adominguez@rchdc.org
Amarilis first started working for RCHDC in 2012. As the HR Manager, she is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating the administrative functions that are consistent with the missions, goals, and directions of the organization. Amarilis oversees employee recruitment, performance evaluations, salary and benefits, employee relations, and much more. Amarilis is currently attending Mendocino College to obtain her Associate Degree in Business Management.