Meet the board.
Meet the people behind the scenes of Casas de Luz, dedicated people with a passion for change. Learn about their involvement and some fun facts about them! These board members often lead builds, so get to know your leaders before the build!
Kathy Faller
Founder
First year with CDL: 2005
Favorite food: A good glass of chardonnay at the end of the day.
Favorite free time activities: Hiking, walking, going to Mexico and eating tacos, experiencing different cultures while travelling.
Paul Trause
Cottage Villages Team
First year with CDL: 2019
Chris Faller
Board Member
Chris worked with manufacturing operations in the US, Mexico and other foreign countries for over 20 years. This experience taught him that people around the globe want to work hard to provide for their loved ones, they just need an opportunity. Casas de Luz helps families build homes and communities that become a foundation for future prosperity of their families by creating an opportunity for a sustainable income and future.
First year with CDL: 2005
Favorite food: Tamales for lunch at builds and fresh tacos in Tijuana!
Favorite free time activities: Building homes, volunteer work helping others to be independent and productive, hiking, backpacking, and surfing.
Dale Burchby
Cottage Village Team
First year with CDL: 2019
Jessie McConville
High School Mentor
First year with CDL: 2014
Mike Cosgrove
Donations Coordinator
Mike began volunteering with Casas de Luz after attending a build in October 2019. He loved the idea of being able to furnish our homes with donations, allowing teams to not only build a house, but create a home for the family.
First year with CDL: 2019
Favorite food: gelato
Favorite free time activities: Woodcarving, hiking with his wife, and chasing his dog!