Chief Nonprofit Officers

Chief Nonprofit Officers are responsible for coordinating with MONS and MOCS to improve services, provide quality customer service in response to outreach from nonprofits, expedite payments and communications with nonprofits. The role was established as part of Executive Order 47.

Prior to reaching out to an agency Chief Nonprofit Officer, we recommend reaching out to the appropriate contracting staff to understand if there are any actions that can be taken. When reaching out to a CNO, please include your contract number, dollar value, a brief description of existing agency engagement.

 

Jill Krauss – Administration for Children's Services Chief Nonprofit Officer 

Jill Krauss has worked at ACS since 2012. Jill currently serves as Senior Advisor to ACS Commissioner Jess Dannhauser, where she oversees Strategic Planning and special projects at the agency. Prior to this role, Jill served as the agency's Chief of Staff. Jill received her J.D. from Fordham University School of Law and her B.A. from Wesleyan University.  Connect with Jill.

Erkan Solak – NYC Aging Chief Nonprofit Officer 

Erkan Solak is the Chief Nonprofit and Contracting Officer at the NYC Department for the Aging (NYC Aging). He leads the agency's partnerships with nonprofits, working to enhance services for older New Yorkers, while also overseeing all agency procurement and ensuring regulatory compliance. Connect with Erkan.

Erik Schiff – Department of Consumer and Worker Protection Chief Nonprofit Officer 

Erik is the Agency Chief Contracting Officer (ACCO) with DCWP. Prior to this role, Erik worked for DYCD in their Administrative Services and Procurement units handling the Micro purchases, Small Purchases and Human Services Contracts. Erik has over 19 years of Procurement experience within the City of New York and is a two-time MWBE Champion. Connect with Erik.

Laura M. Mulle – Department of Correction Chief Nonprofit Officer 

Serving as the Deputy General Counsel in the Department of Correction, Laura's responsibilities include advising on a wide range of matters including legal, policy, operational, and administrative issues. Laura also implements terms of Consent Judgments and settlements and advocating for compliance and ultimate termination of oversight. Her portfolio also includes overseeing transactional work which includes reviewing contracts, memoranda of understanding, and other related transactional material for legal sufficiency and compliance with applicable transactional rules and regulations. Connect with Laura.

David J. Varoli, JD,  L.LM., DBIA – Department of Design and Construction Chief Nonprofit Officer

David is the Deputy Commissioner for Legal Affairs and General Counsel at the NYC Department of Design and Construction (DDC). David's over 20 years of experience in the Law Division of DDC has allowed him to become a leader in the Design and Construction space. David is also an Adjunct Professor at Fordham University in Advanced Construct Contracts. Connect with David.

Judi Rich Soehren – Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Chief Nonprofit Officer

Judi Rich Soehren serves as the Chief Contracting Officer at NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. With extensive experience in both City government and consulting, Judi brings a diverse expertise in strategic planning, process improvement, incident management, and procurement strategy. Connect with Judi.

Ledwin Martinez – Department of Housing Preservation and Development Chief Nonprofit Officer   

Ledwin has been with HPD for the past three years serving the agency in multiple capacities as the Assistant Commissioner for the Procurement Services Division in the Office of Legal Affairs, the Agency Chief Contracting Officer, and most recently appointed as the new Chief Nonprofit Officer. His leadership and deep understanding of procurement operations have been critical to developing, implementing, and maintaining agency priorities and advancing critical initiatives. Prior to joining HPD, Ledwin spent five years at the Mayor's Office of Contract Services providing oversight and operational support to City agencies and assisting the nonprofit sector on their contracting needs. Connect with Ledwin.

Aquil Jackson – Department of Probation Chief Nonprofit Officer 

Aquil is the Acting Agency Chief Contracting Officer (ACCO) for the NYC Department of Probation. Aquil oversees all contracts in our portfolio to ensure compliance and identifies operational efficiencies to ensure his team is running smoothly and supporting the work of the agency. Aquil maintains a commitment to excellent customer service and transparency to support agency partners and providers in achieving the mission and vision of DOP. Prior to joining DOP, Aquil worked in the private sector as a Licensed Mortage Loan Officer. Connect with Aquil.

Diane Mamet – Department of Social Services Chief Nonprofit Officer

Diane Mamet serves as the Executive Director of Not-for-Profit Engagement at the Department of Social Services (DSS), acting as a key liaison between the agency and its nonprofit partners. She collaborates with DSS’s Offices of Program Accountability, Finance, Legal Affairs, and senior leadership to ensure compliance with city procurement and contracting policies while streamlining operations for efficiency. Diane is dedicated to enhancing nonprofit partnerships by resolving contract and payment issues, implementing best practices, and fostering organizational effectiveness across DSS programs. Diane also supports the Department of Homeless Services. Connect with Diane.

Jeanette Guzman – Department of Small Business Services Chief Nonprofit Officer    

Jeanette Guzman serves as the Director of Agency Accounts at the Department of Small Business Services. Jeanette has worked within city government for the past 25 years. Connect with Jeanette.

Eileen Parfrey-Smith – Department of Youth and Community Development Chief Nonprofit Officer  

Eileen serves as DYCD’s Chief Nonprofit Officer, bringing a wide range of experience in both City government and nonprofit work. Eileen has worked primarily in human service procurement for the City since 2007. Connect with Eileen.

Richard Schulsohn – Law Department Chief Nonprofit Officer

Richard Schulsohn is the Chief Assistant Corporation Counsel. Richard has worked with the NYC Law Department for over 30 years. Richard has extensive experience in litigating and counselling on a wide range of commercial and real estate issues, including construction and procurements. Connect with Richard.

Ilke Denizli – Mayor's Office of Contract Services Chief Nonprofit Officer  

Ilke Denizli is a Senior Associate Director at the Mayor’s Office of Contract Services (MOCS), where she oversees the agency’s Nonprofit Unit. Since joining MOCS in 2018, Ilke has managed the development and implementation of several Citywide reforms focusing on the City’s nearly $20 billion human services sector, including the Indirect Cost Rate Initiative, Returnable Grant Fund, and most recently, Multiyear Discretionary Award Contracting. Connect with Ilke.

Emonica Moye – Mayor's Office of Criminal Justice Chief Nonprofit Officer   

Emonica Moye is the Deputy Agency Chief Contracting Officer for the Mayor's Office of Criminal Justice. With 18 years of experience as a procurement professional, Emonica is committed to assisting our community of nonprofit organizations by ensuring their payments are accurately reflected in the PASSPort System and providing guidance on the next steps. Connect with Emonica.

Shane Loughran – Mayor's Office of Management and Budget Chief Nonprofit Officer  

Shane Loughran is a Deputy Assistant Director under the Social Services Taskforce at the Mayor's Office of Management and Budget (OMB), which he joined in 2017. Under his portfolio, Shane oversees a team focused on the City's health and human service contracted nonprofit providers and assembles and oversees the budgets for several City agencies, including Aging, Veterans' Services, and Youth and Community Development. Shane holds a bachelor's degree in political science and a master's degree in public policy, both from the George Washington University. Connect with Shane.

Michael Cheatham – New York City Public Schools Chief Nonprofit Officer   

Michael is a seasoned leader with over 19 years of experience in human resources, finance, and operations within New York City Public Schools. Michael has led major organizational efforts throughout his career, including citywide staffing strategies, budget management, and policy development, fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. With a strong background in problem-solving and team collaboration, Michael is passionate about creating impactful solutions that enhance organizational performance and student outcomes. Connect with Michael.