NYCHA Notes
Josephine Russo, former Associate General Counsel, was appointed Vice President for Supply Management and Procurement in April 2016. Ms. Russo plans and directs the implementation of NYCHA’s procurement operations, oversees the Supply Management Department, and is responsible for procurement, materials management, warehousing and distribution for all NYCHA locations.
Tricia Roberts, CIA, former Director of Risk Management and Compliance at the Church Pension Group, was appointed Director of Internal Audit in April 2016. Ms. Roberts provides guidance and recommendations to NYCHA management on internal controls and risk management, and serves as liaison to federal, State and City entities with regard to external audits. Her extensive background in City government includes serving as senior financial consultant at the Health and Hospitals Corporation and supervising budget analyst at the Office of Management and Budget.
Barbara Turkewitz, former Director of Strategic Priorities, was appointed Director of Optimal Property Management Department (OPMD) Policy & Program Development and Senior Advisor in April 2016. Ms. Turkewitz is responsible for supporting, assessing, organizing, and overseeing work related to improving the operation of alternatively managed developments and expanding the OPMD portfolio.
