Sasha Werblin, Director of Economic Development
Sasha Werblin Directs LISC Bay Area's Economic Development portfolio. Prior to joining LISC, Sasha was a special project manager at Self-Help Federal Credit Union where she helped initiate and manage real estate projects in California. During her time at SHFCU, Sasha executed projects related to the core operations of the credit union, managed community and corporate partnerships, and led key projects that enhanced organizational development and culture.
Sasha also served as the economic equity director at the Greenlining Institute where she advocated for increased wealth, assets, and financial sustainability in communities of color. She serves on the Board of the Greenlining Academy Alumni Association and the Oakland Community Land Trust.
Sasha earned a bachelor’s degree in sociology and psychology from Smith College in Northampton, Massachusetts. She is a proud Oakland native and longtime resident who wants to live in a world where love is abundant, siestas are the status quo, and race is not a barrier to prosperity.