WESTHAB - Key Persons

has been with Westhab since 2000 when he began working as a job retention specialist. In his 20 years with the organization, Jim has been a champion of Westhab's mission and a passionate advocate for our clients. Having served as Westhab's director of staff development, the vice president of human resources, and most recently the senior vice president of services, Mr. Coughlin is deeply knowledgeable about the organization. In 2020, Mr. Coughlin became Westhab's first chief operating officer. In this role, Mr. Coughlin oversees the operations of all programs and teams including employment services, youth services, and all Westchester and NYC housing and shelters. Mr. Coughlin received his BA from Marist College and his PHR Certification from Fairleigh Dickinson University in conjunction with the Society for Human Resources.

Jonalie Korengold

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Member of the Board of Directors

Ken Hanau

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Member of the Board of Directors

Leah Richardson

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for Media Inquiries

Nicholas Orluk

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Asst. Vice President, NYC Shelter Programs

Nicole Mylan

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Asst. Vice President, NYC Shelter Programs

Pat Alexander

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Member of the Leadership Team
Asst. Vice President, NYC Shelter Programs

Patricia Vitelli

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Senior Vice President, Finance and Administration

Paul Turovsky

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Treasurer of the Board of Directors

Richard Nightingale - CEO, President

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CEO
President

Mr. Nightingale joined Westhab in 2001 and became President & CEO in 2014. He credits his early years on the frontlines at Westhab for fueling his passion for social justice and his deep commitment to Westhab's mission. Mr. Nightingale received his BA from Tufts University and his MSW from Fordham's Graduate School of Social Services. He completed additional coursework in real estate development and finance at New York University and leadership training at Harvard Business School. He is the President of the Board of Directors of Nonprofit Westchester and serves on the College Council of SUNY Purchase. Mr. Nightingale lives in Westchester with his wife, Alexis, and their four young children, who always keep them busy.