Meet the CWA Team

Meet the dedicated professionals behind our work! Our team is passionate about driving innovation, fostering collaboration, and making a meaningful impact in everything we do.

  • Curtis Notsinneh

    EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

    Curtis brings over two decades of leadership in workforce development, public policy, and community engagement. With a career spanning roles such as Chief Deputy Director of the California Workforce Development Board and Director of Public Affairs for the Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation, Curtis is dedicated to fostering innovation, equity, and inclusivity in California's workforce.

  • Kelli Oropeza-Grimes

    CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

    Kelli joined California Workforce Association August of 2019 and has direct responsibility for the financial operations of the company, ensuring proper policies, internal controls and reporting results are in place.

  • Xue Lor

    PROGRAM MANAGER

    Xue Lor assists the CWA staff on various projects but primarily the California Training Initiative. He started as an intern through Asian Resources, Inc.’s Out-Of-School Youth Program.

  • Monica Sobala

    ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES DIRECTOR

    Monica Sobala is the Administrative Services Director/ Conference Registar at the California Workforce Association. She has been with the Association since 2003.

  • Isis Medina Orellana

    POLICY ANALYST

    Isis advocates and develops legislative initiatives that advance California’s workforce and support businesses. In addition to tracking state and federal workforce-related legislation and policy, she coordinates our annual Day at the Capitol.

  • Matt Hidalgo

    CONFERENCE COODINATOR

    Matt Hidalgo comes to CWA from the Sacramento Employment and Training Agency and has had years of experience working face to face with job seekers and individuals with barriers to their employment.

  • Taylor Hasal

    MEMBERSHIP COORDINATOR

    Taylor serves as the direct point of contact for CWA members. He also manages CWA's website, email newsletter, and social media pages. By staying ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies, Taylor ensures that our members are equipped with the tools they need to succeed.