Paula began her career at North West Housing Partnership with the drive to further its mission to provide access to affordable housing. As Executive Director, Paula provides organizational leadership and strategic vision.

Paula is a HUD Certified Housing Counselor and received her Executive Certification in Home Modification from the University of Southern California and is an alumnus of Northwestern Kellogg School of Management. She is recognized for her expertise in federal and state community development CDBG and HOME programs. She is often sought out to consult on housing program development and administration for municipal government, Housing Finance Agencies, and organizations

Paula oversees small and large scale single and multi-family real estate rehab projects. She also developed and directed a program that granted access to down payment and closing cost assistance for first time home buyers in Illinois and Wisconsin.

Paula serves on the Housing Authority of Elgin Program Coordinating Committee (PCC). The committee consists of housing professionals whose goal is to build up communities and provide access to resources to sustain financial stability and self-sufficiency. She also serve as a Board of Director for Housing Action Illinois, a statewide coalition to protect and expand the availability of quality, affordable housing throughout Illinois.

Paula is the recipient of the Leadership and Innovation award from the Oak Park Regional Housing Center for her contribution in affordable housing.

Paula joined the Executive Board of Elgin Senior Solutions as Vice President in March 2025.