DFA Team

Christopher J. Burnham

President

The first President of the Development Finance Authority of Summit County (DFA) since 2000, Chris Burnham has successfully guided and financed numerous development and redevelopment projects in the greater Akron and Northeast Ohio region. With over 30 years’ experience in public and private sector development; Chris has been instrumental in building DFA into one of […]

Alyson Moritz

Manager, Economic Development Programs

Alyson is responsible for managing of the BBB+ rated Jobs and Investment Fund, assisting in the New Market Tax Credit projects, and various activities to promote economic development in the region.

Rachel Bridenstine

Managing Director, Development Fund of the Western Reserve

Rachel has several years of experience in accounting, office management, bookkeeping, development and marketing.

Laurie Ann Stoddard

Fiscal Officer

Laurie Ann Stoddard is Fiscal Officer and Assistant Secretary to the Board of Directors of the Development Finance Authority.  As Fiscal Officer, Laurie Ann is responsible for compiling financial statements, budgeting, and document preparation for annual audits, investing reserve funds, managing trustee bank relationships, and Internal Revenue Service tax exempt bond compliance activities. Laurie Ann […]

Lori Sallaz

Director, Administration

Lori is responsible for performing a variety of administrative, accounting, marketing, clerical and management support duties necessary for the organization to run efficiently and be promoted in an effective and professional manner.

Alexandra DeBarr

Executive Assistant

Alexandra is responsible for assisting with various administrative, clerical, and marketing aspects of The Development Finance Authority and the Development Fund of the Western Reserve. She manages the website, social media accounts, and assists management to keep The DFA’s offices running efficiently. Alexandra has a Bachelor’s degree from Kent State University in Business Management and […]

John Kinsey

Project Development Manager

John Kinsey has several years of experience working in many phases of construction, prevailing wage, and appraising real estate. John worked in the private sector for many years and has been a business owner. Project Development Manager since 2017 for the Development Finance Authority and The Development Fund of the Western Reserve, John manages and […]