District Alliance for Safe Housing names Chief of Staff
We are pleased to share that our client, the District Alliance for Safe Housing (DASH), welcomed Shaterri Casteel as the organization’s Chief of Staff following an extensive national search led by Good Insight. Casteel began her role on March 4.
DASH works across Washington, DC to eliminate barriers to safe housing for survivors of domestic and sexual violence, helping thousands rebuild their lives on their own terms.
“As DASH evolves to meet the needs of our community, Shaterri will be an essential part of our leadership team and operations,” said Koube Ngaaje, President & CEO of DASH. “I am thrilled to welcome her to this role and DASH.”
“I thrive at transforming big ideas into actionable plans,” said Casteel. “I am eager to work alongside the talented team at DASH to tackle complex challenges and make safe housing a reality for the survivors we serve.”
About Shaterri Casteel
With nearly 20 years of experience in operations, finance, and organizational strategy, Shaterri Casteel has streamlined processes across nonprofits and associations, managed multi-million-dollar budgets, and led large-scale initiatives.
As Director of Operations for the Out of Home Advertising Association, Casteel drove process improvements, cost-saving strategies, and board engagement efforts to strengthen internal operations. As Senior Project Manager, Operations at Points of Light, Casteel directed enterprise-wide operations and multiple AmeriCorps programs, supported global membership initiatives, and oversaw vendor strategy and office renovations to enhance efficiency and sustainability.
Originally from Dallas, Texas, and a proud Texas A&M University graduate, Shaterri has called the DC area home for years. Passionate about giving back, she dedicates time to volunteering for causes close to her heart.
About the District Alliance for Safe Housing
Founded in 2006, the District Alliance for Safe Housing (DASH) is DC’s largest provider of safe housing and trauma-informed services for survivors experiencing homelessness due to domestic and sexual violence.
DASH supports survivors—individuals, families, and transitioning youth aged 18-24—with options and counseling for housing programs; emergency financial assistance; and emergency housing, transportation, and wraparound services. DASH’s Safe Housing Programs manage 90 emergency and transitional-to-permanent housing units, including the 42-unit Cornerstone building, owned and operated by DASH. To learn more, visit www.dashdc.org.