Meet Our Team
We work hand in hand with communities across California striving to provide quality lifestyles for residents and businesses. We are trusted advisors, providing essential data and guidance for our clients.
JIM SIMON
Principal
"I’m driven to help local government capitalize on community development opportunities. The work is not static. I enjoy adapting my style, pace and approach to the specific needs of my clients and their communities."
TARA MATTHEWS
Principal
"I enjoy problem solving and working with people who make things happen to improve their community. Seeing a project that I worked on come to fruition is very exciting. I can say, 'I helped make that happen!'"
SUZY KIM
Director
"I value the close relationships I develop with clients while creating solutions driven by a genuine interest in improving our communities."
MARK SAWICKI
Director
“I am at my best solving complicated problems, being both logical and creative, as I seek to understand, enhance, and improve programs, policies, systems and organizations for the benefit of California communities.”
KEVIN HAM
Director
“I firmly believe relevant experience with a positive outlook can win the day. I appreciate the differences that make each community unique and look to foster and amplify those qualities for their benefit. Find your strengths and share them with the world!”
DENA FUENTES
Director
“Revitalizing communities to bring equity, opportunity, and hope for families, residents, and businesses is the essence of local government. Being a collaborative facilitator and problem solver to achieve the community results inspires who I am and what I am about.”
DOMINIQUE CLARK
Director/Real Estate Salesperson
“My love for numbers, data, and spreadsheets benefits entire communities, not just one person or one company. I’m grateful that my analytical and project management skills contribute to work that matters to me.”
GREG SMITH
Senior Associate/Real Estate Broker
"I enjoy problem solving and creating plans that help improve developments."
CINDY BLOT
Senior Associate
“I am a creative problem solver who enjoys getting deeply connected with my projects.”
ROSA ROMERO
Associate
“I enjoy being a part of the affordable housing services RSG provides and collaborating with the cities and local jurisdictions, as well as the community residents themselves.”
BRANDON FENDER
Associate
"I enjoy creating equitable and sustainable urban spaces for communities. I thrive in a challenging environment and seek to provide innovative solutions."
ALEXANDRA LAWRENCE
Associate
"I am passionate about working with community leaders and residents to help solve the diverse and challenging problems that local governments face. I strive to facilitate growth and development that is fiscally responsible, sustainable and equitable to help communities meet their goals.”
JESSICA HENDERSON
Associate
“I strive to facilitate strong relationships with local government and residents by providing solutions for affordable housing, economic development, and financial stewardship. Trust and equity should be a part of all communities.”
WESLEY SMITH
Senior Analyst
"I love working with communities to better tailor their environments to their constituents needs. I strive to support and create communities that understand interconnectedness and the value diligent planning and policy brings to complex issues."
REBECCA RIDDLE
Analyst
“I am passionate about improving equity within society through research, data analysis, and evidence-based recommendations. I firmly believe that the capacity building of local leaders and communities produces positive outcomes for community members.”
SAMANTHA WU ROSE
Analyst
“I am passionate about building thriving communities through engagement and strategic planning that improves accessibility to stable housing, supportive services, and economic opportunities for all community members. Through my work, I hope to provide resources and solutions that promote equity and empower communities to determine their own futures."
MONROE ROUSH
Analyst
“I care deeply about supporting local governments in their work to build more equitable societies. Through the use of data analysis and research, I hope to provide communities with the resources they need to reach their full potential.”
JOCELYN SANCHEZ
Analyst
“I deeply value the opportunity to work alongside communities to generate long term sustainable solutions that promote equity and access to resources. Ultimately, I strive to empower communities and inspire positive change.”
JENNY BENITEZ
Analyst
“I'm passionate about economics and believe that economic development and innovation is crucial to a brighter future. I bring a simultaneously analytical and creative approach to my work, and I’m happy to be a part of RSG’s mission to improve California communities.”
BRICE WILDEMUTH
Research Assistant
“I am passionate about the continual development of opportunities for Californians, believing that a strong state is built on stronger, sustainable communities.”
ETHAN AZAD
Research Assistant
“I enjoy working with data and find motivation in working on community-level challenges that allow me to use my research and analytical skills to produce insights that help California cities and public agencies realize their full potential for the benefit of their residents.”
JILLIAN GLICKMAN
Research Assistant
“I am passionate about creating tangible impacts in individuals’ lives through sustainable development initiatives. I am at my best when solving problems that require pragmatic yet innovative approaches.”
EDDIE FLORES
Research Assistant
"I enjoy supporting local and regional stakeholders in strengthening California cities by integrating sustainable planning, design, and policy solutions. With RSG, I am passionate about performing internal and centralized work to strategically engage in initiatives that put us in a position to optimize and use best practices for performance management."
JASMINE LAM
Research Assistant
"I strive to improve social equity through research and evidence-based recommendations to public institutions. I value working with RSG to help improve the socio-economic resources available to communities across California."
CRYSTAL MATTINGLY
Business Administrator
"Being a part of the RSG team is inspiring me to learn and grow in my own role. Their mission to create stronger communities that in turn, achieve bolder futures is not only valued, but it proves to be true in all aspects of this company. I am fortunate to be a part of their team knowing they take pride in helping communities across California."
DIANNA DUNNE-VECCHIO
Content Writer and Marketing Manager
"As a California native, I am a part of the state’s history and my future is directly impacted by the choices local governments make. I love this state and all the vibrant, diverse communities within it, so having the chance to help positively shape its path forward is inspiring and empowering."
KADY WILLIAMS
Business Office Coordinator
“I am passionate about supporting communities across the map. I enjoy working with like-minded people who all immerse themselves in shaping communities toward bolder futures.”