Bienestar
Jamie Melton is an experienced professional specializing in communications, development consulting, and strategic planning across multiple organizations. Currently serving as Lead Octopus at Grid Notes since September 2016, Jamie supports strategic development and equitable community initiatives. Additional roles include Development Consultant for the Farmworker Housing Development Corporation, A to Be Partners, LLC, and Evolve Property Management & Workforce Development, as well as Communications Consultant for Columbia Riverkeeper. Previous experience includes Chief Development Officer for Jefe Spirits LLC and Marketing and Communications Manager for Hacienda CDC. Jamie holds a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology from the University of Oregon, a Graduate Certificate in Sustainability from Portland State University, and a Spanish proficiency certification from International House Bogotá.
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Bienestar
Bienestar builds housing, hope, and community for the wellbeing of Latinxs, immigrants, and all families in need. We envision and develop neighborhoods where residents find dignity, hope, confidence, skills, and courage to pursue their dreams. For this reason, we have been a provider of both quality affordable housing and resident services; and we continue that tradition through our leadership development programs, community outreach, and educational programs for youth. Bienestar is a nonprofit that owns and operates 12 affordable multifamily properties for more than 500 families. That’s about 2,000 residents in Bienestar housing alone. Over 95% of our residents are Latinx, and many are immigrants and/or farmworkers.