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On the Move: WISEPlace Announces New Board Positions

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WISEPlace, a nonprofit dedicated to ending homelessness in Orange County, proudly announces the appointment of Nahal Kazemi as board president, Tim Johnson as vice president and treasurer, and Mimi Lin handling governance.

Nahal Kazemi
Nahal Kazemi

Nahal Kazemi works as Counsel at Keller/Anderle, LLP and an Assistant Professor of Law at Chapman University Fowler School of Law. Her governance expertise and commitment to transparency help strengthen WISEPlace’s mission to empower those experiencing homelessness through housing and supportive services.

 

Tim Johnson
Tim Johnson

Tim Johnson is a partner at JLK Rosenberger, LLP, where he brings extensive expertise in tax planning, accounting, and strategic financial planning. His leadership at WISEPlace ensures strong financial stewardship and sustainable growth as the organization expands its impact and services to the community.

 

Mimi Lin
Mimi Lin

Mimi Lin is a partner at Shulman Bastian Friedman Bui & O’Dea, LLP, where she manages transactions for general business, corporate and real estate matters. Her experience with organizational governance and compliance supports WISEPlace as it continues to scale and provide transformative wrap around services to those in need.

 

With their continued leadership, WISEPlace remains committed to transforming lives and providing safe, stable housing for the most vulnerable in our community. At the core of the organization’s offerings are vital wrap-around services to the participants in their care to help them get back on their feet. The WISEPlace Way is a solutions-based program and includes shelter, case management and counseling, goal creation, employment assistance, socialization, health and wellness, addiction recovery, financial planning and housing assistance.

The board’s dedication and long-tenured service drives the organization’s success, ensuring that those participants WISEPlace supports can achieve independence and a brighter future. As WISEPlace looks ahead, their vision and expertise will play a vital role in expanding programs and deepening community impact. To learn more, visit www.wiseplace.org.

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Mia Laureys
Mia Laureys
Mia graduated from Long Beach State in 2024 with a B.S. in Marketing with an emphasis in Journalism. At OCBJ, Mia manages all circulation marketing efforts and is a part of the digital development team. She has a passion for storytelling and connecting with audiences through integrated marketing.

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