New board members bring extensive experience in community engagement, public service, financial leadership and relationship building to support The Whole Child’s mission.
The Whole Child is pleased to welcome Erika Morales and Nader Moghaddam to its Board of Directors, bringing two accomplished community leaders with decades of experience across public service, nonprofit and civic engagement, financial services, development and organizational leadership.
Their addition to the Board strengthens The Whole Child’s continued commitment to thoughtful leadership, strong community partnerships and advancing its mission to support children, families and individuals across the communities it serves.
Welcoming Erika Morales
Erika Morales brings more than 20 years of experience spanning public service, community engagement, fundraising, development and the arts. A Founding Partner of Morales + Morales, she has built her career around developing and maintaining relationships with community leaders, donors, organizations and other stakeholders.
Her professional background includes extensive experience in campaign management, fundraising, event planning, community outreach, communications, development and government relations. She currently serves as Founder and Principal Fundraiser of The Vine Strategy, Inc., where she has supported fundraising efforts across numerous campaigns and organizations. Previously, Morales served in community outreach roles with Dakota Communications and Rick Taylor & Associates and as Director of Development at Bancomer Construction and Development, Inc.
Morales has also worked extensively in the arts and cultural sector. Her experience includes serving as Project Manager for AltaMed Health Services Corporation’s Building Bridges in Time of Walls: Chicano / Mexican Art from Los Angeles to Mexico, an exhibition that toured six states in Mexico and required coordination among government officials, cultural partners, businesses and community stakeholders in both the United States and Mexico.
“We’re excited to welcome Erika to The Whole Child’s Board of Directors. Her deep experience in community engagement, relationship building and public service brings a valuable perspective to our organization. Erika understands the importance of bringing people and communities together around a shared purpose and we’re grateful to have her leadership and commitment supporting our mission,” said Constanza Pachon, CEO of The Whole Child.
Board Chair Fabio Soto added, “Erika brings a strong mix of experience, perspective and leadership that will be a great addition to our Board. Her background across public service, development, fundraising and the arts gives her a unique understanding of how organizations can build support and create lasting impact. We’re excited to welcome her to The Whole Child and look forward to the contributions she’ll make.”
Morales is a graduate of Whittier College, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish with a Latin American and Political Science emphasis.
Welcoming Nader Moghaddam
Nader Moghaddam brings more than four decades of experience in financial services and organizational leadership. He has served as President and CEO of Financial Partners Credit Union since January 2005, leading a federally insured Community Development Financial Institution serving more than 94,000 members with approximately $2.3 billion in assets.
Throughout his career, Moghaddam has led strategic growth, organizational transformation and member-focused innovation. Under his leadership, Financial Partners has strengthened its focus on financial well-being, digital innovation, community partnerships and a service-centered organizational culture.
His leadership extends beyond Financial Partners through service on numerous national and regional boards and advisory councils, including America’s Credit Unions, the National Credit Union Foundation and the Columbia Memorial Space Science Learning Center Foundation.
“We’re excited to welcome Nader to The Whole Child’s Board of Directors. His leadership in financial well-being, commitment to community, and dedication to service align closely with our mission. We’re grateful to have his experience, perspective, and support on our Board,” said Constanza Pachon, CEO of The Whole Child.
Board Chair Fabio Soto added, “Nader brings a tremendous amount of leadership experience and a strong track record of service to the community. We’re fortunate to welcome him to the Board and look forward to the insight and perspective he’ll bring to our work.”
Moghaddam earned both a Bachelor of Science in Urban and Regional Planning and a Master of Planning from the University of Southern California. His career also includes senior leadership roles with Kinecta Federal Credit Union and Great Western Bank.
Strengthening Leadership for the Future
The addition of Morales and Moghaddam brings complementary experience and perspectives to The Whole Child’s Board of Directors as the organization continues strengthening partnerships, expanding its reach and responding to the evolving needs of children, families and communities.
“We are grateful to welcome Erika and Nader to The Whole Child and look forward to the leadership, insight and commitment they will bring to our Board and our mission,” Pachon said.