Meet the Team
STEFFANI fIELDS
Executive Director
As The WASH Foundation’s Executive Director, it is Steffani’s responsibility to oversee broader strategy, programs, and operations of The WASH Foundation and to provide oversight and structure to the implementation of all aspects of the foundation’s Global WASH programs. Steffani brings over 23 years of experience in International Development throughout Latin America, the Caribbean, East Africa, and Asia. Raised as a daughter of a career serviceman allowed her the experience to travel extensively, and living among people who struggle to meet the necessities of life naturally sparked her passion and empathy for others in need. Her subsequent pursuit of a B.A. in Anthropology, followed by her service as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Haiti, led to work as a Program Director for several international non-profit institutions dedicated to supporting the well-being and dignity of populations affected by health and economic insecurity. This experience naturally transformed into a passion to alleviate the negative effects of poor health among those without resources to help themselves, manifesting through the formation and leadership of international teams in the development of comprehensive water access, WASH education, sustainable livelihood, and emergency relief and preparedness programming.
Patricia (Trish) Linde
Foundation Operations Manager
Trish Linde has been a part of our team since 2017 and serves with passion and commitment as The WASH Foundation’s Operations Manager. She plays an essential role in ensuring that the Foundation’s mission-driven work is well supported and effectively executed. With a BA in Communications from the University of Central Florida and 14 years of business ownership experience, she brings strategic oversight and hands-on management to maximize impact and fulfill the Foundation’s mission. As Project Director, she led global service trips, coordinated international beach cleanups, and helped develop the mobile shower program serving those experiencing homelessness. Through this work, she witnessed firsthand the need to support the well-being and dignity of populations affected by health and economic insecurity. She is now proudly serving as Foundation Operations Manager, where she oversees and optimizes daily operations to ensure efficient, impactful delivery of the Foundation’s mission. In addition to her commitment to helping those in need worldwide, Trish finds her greatest joy in having raised her children and built a close-knit family grounded in love and kindness.
Steffan Davis
Director of Development
Steffan Davis is a dedicated fundraising professional with a diverse background in nonprofit development and philanthropy. He has held key fundraising roles at WEDU, the Tampa region PBS station, United Way of Pasco, and most recently, Living Water International, a WASH-focused NGO. Before transitioning into fundraising, Steffan served in the U.S. Army as an infantryman. He holds a degree in Criminal Justice from Purdue University and a degree in International Relations with a concentration in Globalization and Human Security from American Military University. He also holds a certificate in International Organizations Management from the University of Geneva. Currently, he is pursuing a MAIR at American University’s School of International Service, specializing in Sustainable Development, Global Health, and Human Rights. Passionate about leveraging his skills and experience, Steffan is committed to expanding access to clean water and sanitation for communities in need.
Ashley Lovell
Global Program Officer, Africa
Ashley Lovell joined The WASH Foundation in July 2023 as the Global Program Officer for Africa. She leads the planning, implementation, and evaluation of water, hygiene, and sanitation projects and develops long term strategy and partnerships across the continent. Ashley has worked on public health, education, and economic development projects in East and West Africa. After serving as a Peace Corps volunteer focused on health education and behavior change in Ethiopia, she worked as a monitoring and evaluation specialist at a local training organization in Guinea. Later, she moved to Senegal and worked as an analyst with Dimagi, where she digitalized data collection processes and designed mobile health applications for projects throughout Africa as well as remotely to projects around the world. Ashley earned undergraduate degrees in peace studies and economics at Chapman University and holds a master’s degree in economics from University of Nevada – Las Vegas. Through her experiences working on community development projects and data analysis and evaluation, she has developed a passionate belief that community-led development and data-informed decisions are the keys to making the world a better place.
Francisco M. Juarez Lopez
Global Program Officer, Latin America and Caribbean
Francisco M. Juarez Lopez has wide experience in project development and
implementation in the areas of environmental and social infrastructure
within the WASH sector and solid waste management systems. He has worked
for international NGOs and international cooperation agencies to
implement projects in Guatemala and Nicaragua, with UNOPS he served in
Mexico as an environmental management specialist and from 2018 to 2022
he served as the Country Manager for Cities Alliance in Liberia.
His experience has been built through the implementation of projects at
municipal and community level, where he has incorporated an approach
that develops tailor made local solutions and community-based
sustainable management models for some of the most marginalized and
vulnerable informal settlements.
Francisco joined The WASH Foundation in June 2023 as the WASH Global
Program Officer for Latin America & Caribbean where he leads the
strategy and project implementation in the region aiming at improving
access to water, sanitation, and hygiene.
Francisco has a background in Environmental & Civil engineering with
specializations in Project Management, and Environment and
Infrastructure Planning.
Eduardo Cameron
Eduardo has been part of The WASH Foundation in the Caribbean since 2019, starting as WASH Program Coordinator in the Dominican Republic, later serving as Project Manager, and currently as Country Manager in the Dominican Republic. He holds a degree in Health Information and a Bachelor’s in Foreign Trade, with a postgraduate degree in Foreign Trade. He has been a key figure in positioning the Foundation as a leading organization in the water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) sector at both national and provincial levels. Eduardo has played a major role in driving the growth of the program in the country, evolving it from a pilot project to an initiative recognized by various national government institutions. He has led the WASH-in-Schools training and capacity-building program for local schools, along with WASH capacity trainings for civil society organizations, and government institutions. His work and passion focuses on generating sustainable social impact, strengthening public and private strategic partnerships, and expanding equitable access to water, sanitation, and hygiene in vulnerable communities.
Susan Rosendo Mercedes
Susan Rosendo joined The WASH Foundation in the Caribbean in August 2023 as Project Coordinator in the Dominican Republic, where she leads monitoring and evaluation processes for water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) programs in schools. Her work focuses on strengthening the quality and sustainability of interventions, ensuring that educational communities adopt healthy practices that positively impact the well-being of children. She holds a bachelor’s degree in clinical psychology and has previous experience in the educational and social sectors. Before joining The WASH Foundation, she worked as an educator for children on the autism spectrum, supporting their integral development, as well as in administration and Human Resources management at a non-profit organization. Currently, she is committed to improving hygiene habits and health in vulnerable communities, particularly within school environments. Her vocation drives her to contribute to initiatives that foster safer and healthier settings, with the goal of ensuring that every child has better opportunities to learn and grow in conditions of well-being.
