Our Leadership

Marisa Calderon

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President and CEO

Marisa Calderon is the President & CEO of Prosperity Now, a national organization dedicated to building pathways to economic prosperity. With over 20 years of experience across the private and nonprofit sectors, calderon has focused on advancing economic mobility for communities across the United States. Prior to joining Prosperity Now, Calderon served as the Chief of Community Finance and Mobility the National Community Reinvestment Coalition (NCRC), as well as the Executive Director of NCRC Community Development Fund, Inc., a U.S. Treasury-certified community development financial institution. In these roles, she led efforts to expand access to affordable homeownership and increase capital access for small businesses.

Chrissi Johnson

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Chief Innovation and Strategy Officer

Chrissi Johnson is the Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer at Prosperity Now, where she leads enterprise-wide strategies that strengthen economic opportunity and financial stability. She brings nearly two decades of experience across government, corporate, and nonprofit sectors, with expertise in public affairs, policy development, and strategic engagement.
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Dave Uejio

Chief Operations Officer

Dave Uejio is a distinguished leader in fair and affordable housing and consumer protection, known for his impactful tenure in executive roles at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), including as Acting Director.
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Maya Viknius

Chief Financial Officer

Maya Viknius is the Chief Financial Officer at Prosperity Now, where she provides strategic financial leadership to support mission-driven growth.

Sarah Bacerra

Chief Program Officer

Sarah Bacerra serves as Chief Program Officer at Prosperity Now, where she leads the organization’s national Programs and Networks strategy, including the Child & Family Support and Tax Opportunity portfolios.

Christa Murillo

Chief of Staff

Christa Murillo is the Chief of Staff at Prosperity Now, where she partners with the President & CEO to advance organizational strategy, strengthen cross - functional collaboration, and drive operational excellence in support of the organization's mission.