Michael Centi

Michael Centi currently serves as a Program Analyst IV for the City of Detroit's Housing & Revitalization Department, focusing on equitable homelessness response systems. Prior to this role, Michael was the Director of Youth Programs at Lighthouse MI, overseeing initiatives for youth facing housing instability. At Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency, Michael held several positions, including Department Director of Supportive Housing & Homeless Services, managing significant HUD funding and a large team dedicated to ending homelessness. With a background in program integration at Oasis Center and research roles at Vanderbilt University, Michael has demonstrated a strong commitment to alleviating poverty and supporting at-risk populations through various leadership roles throughout a career dedicated to community service and housing solutions. Educational credentials include a Master of Education in Leadership and Organizational Performance from Vanderbilt University and a Bachelor of Arts in History from Michigan State University.