Ms. Adams is grounded by ten years of experience in homelessness program development, policy and evaluation at regional, statewide and national levels.

Ferguson's research focuses on the design, implementation, and evaluation of vocational interventions for homeless and disconnected youth that integrate employment and clinical services.

Richard's research is focused on using linguistic approaches to understand how trauma impacts service utilization for the unhoused. He seeks to establish ways service providers can better deliver trauma-informed services.

Shana Ellis, MPA, has 25+ years’ experience in non-profit management in homelessness, housing, aging, disabilities, fundraising, and incubation of new programs. She currently is Executive Director of ASU’s Action Nexus on Homelessness and Housing.