Marina Flores

Director, Systems & Planning | LAHSA

“African Americans and Indigenous populations, endure higher homelessness rates compared to whites, a consequence of enduring historical and systemic biases. To effectively combat homelessness, we must prioritize equality for all, addressing the root causes of disparity.”

Marina has 15 years of experience in homeless services, with an emphasis on system design and implementation. She serves as Director of the System & Planning Department at the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority. In this role, Marina supports the ongoing improvement and reimagination of a homeless service system to effectively deliver services and housing to Los Angeles.

Prior to her role at LAHSA, Marina worked with a national non-profit, leading technical assistance during the pilot and expansion phases of the Coordinated Entry System for Adults in LA County. She began her career in homeless services at a community-based nonprofit, where she ran housing programs, grew outreach teams, and served as Director of Housing and Homeless Services.

Marina holds a Bachelor of Sociology and a Master of Social Work, both from the University of Southern California. As a proud third-generation Angeleno, she is passionate about helping her homeless neighbors return to housing and dignity.