Shyla Matthews

Shyla Ruffer Matthews CCIM serves as the Director of Housing for Central and Western Massachusetts at the Community Economic Development Assistance Corporation (CEDAC) since February 2024. Previously, Shyla held the position of Vice President of Community Investment at MassDevelopment, where responsibilities included providing solutions and funding sources for public projects in Massachusetts. Shyla's extensive background includes roles as a Senior Financial Analyst at BJ's Wholesale Club, Legislative Chief of Staff for State Representative Peter J. Larkin, and Commercial Real Estate Broker with Ruffer Real Estate, Inc. Shyla's educational credentials include a Bachelor of Science in International Relations and Affairs from Emory University and certification as a Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM). Key achievements include increasing occupancy levels at Berkshire Common Corporation from 40% to 85% within a year.