Xiomara Cisneros

Xiomara Cisneros is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in program management and policy advocacy, currently serving as a Senior Program Officer at the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative since October 2020. Prior experience includes roles as Policy Director at the Bay Area Council, where advocacy on local and state housing policies was led, and as Community Affairs Manager for Brisbane Baylands, focusing on community engagement for major development projects. Previous positions include Business Development and Sales Manager at New Avenue Inc., Associate Project Manager at Charities Housing Development Corporation, and Director at the Urban Land Institute, where financial oversight and program management were executed. Xiomara holds a BA in International Development Studies from UCLA and an MBA in Finance from Mills College.