OUR TEAM

Make It Your Home is led by a dynamic family team that combines professional expertise with lived experience, compassion, and a shared vision for social change.

  • Eya

    Founder and President / Eya Kane

    At just 16 years old, Eya brings a powerful combination of youthful vision, leadership skills, and community experience. As a student at JSerra Catholic High School’s Law Magnet Program, Eya is deeply engaged in social justice, real estate studies, and volunteer service. She leads the organization’s strategy, volunteer engagement initiatives, and sustainability advocacy efforts.

  • Stacey

    Director of Operations & Design Management / Stacey Kane

    With over 15 years of experience as an Interior Designer and founder of KSB Designer Homes, Stacey specializes in creating elevated living spaces that balance beauty, comfort, and functionality. She leads all aspects of design management including concept development, project execution, home staging, and procurement while coordinating the operational details that bring each vision to life. Her expertise ensures that every home setup is both seamlessly managed and thoughtfully designed.

  • Andi

    Director of Governance & Strategic Partnerships

    Andi oversees organizational compliance, governance standards, and financial oversight to ensure Make It Your Home operates with transparency, accountability, and best-practice nonprofit management. Reviews business plans, monitors financial reporting, and supports board governance. Cultivates introductions to major philanthropic institutions, foundations, and high-level donors to position the organization for sustainable growth and institutional funding.

  • Meredith

    Director of Outreach / Meredith Giraudi

    A licensed Real Estate Agent and committed community volunteer, Meredith brings both professional expertise and heartfelt dedication to her role. She leads efforts to connect with individuals, partner organizations, donors, and volunteers who share our mission of transforming empty spaces into healing homes. Through events, partnerships, and outreach campaigns, Meredith helps ensure that those we serve feel seen, supported, and welcomed into a space they can truly call home.

  • Brendan

    Director of Community Relations / Brendan Kane

    A licensed Real Estate Broker with Ardor Realty, Brendan leads our outreach to real estate networks, local housing programs, government agencies, and potential corporate sponsors. He plays a key role in supporting regulatory compliance, navigating public housing initiatives, and building partnerships with city, county, and state-level agencies. Brendan’s knowledge of the real estate and housing landscape strengthens Make It Your Home’s ability to align with public resources and expand its impact.

  • Chris

    Brand Director / Chris Baker

    Prior to being a Licensed Real Estate Salesperson in New York City, Christopher held a distinguished twenty-year career in luxury brand marketing, where he focused on branding, graphic design, digital media, and photography. He possesses a wealth of knowledge in the watch industry, with a particular expertise in Rolex watches, which he enjoys discussing at length.