(Plain Press, May 2017)       On April 26, 2017, Metro West Community Development Organization announced that current Economic Development Director Keisha González has been promoted to the role of Metro West Managing Director starting May 1st.

González has worked for Metro West for three years, starting as a Community Organizer and later becoming Economic Development Director. Keisha grew up in the Clark-Fulton neighborhood and is now a resident of Brooklyn Centre. When asked what she loves most about her Metro West community, Keisha shared, “There is an ever-evolving sense of place. Our neighborhoods are constantly in transition, creating new immersive opportunities for residents to learn about one another”. Keisha brings with her a deep knowledge of our neighborhoods and a passion for working with and for her fellow community members.

Current Managing Director Adam Stalder is transitioning to Project Manager on Detroit Shoreway’s Real Estate Team. Adam has a passion for Real Estate Development and chose to take on this new role to further gain experience within this field. He will remain involved in the Metro West community, where he lives, and will stay on to ensure a smooth transition with staff changes over the next six months.