Chris Lopez currently serves as a project manager for the Los Angeles County Community Development Commission. As part of their special projects unit, Chris has played an active role in the administration and management of large capital developments, economic development initiatives and special assignments directed by the County’s District Office’s. These projects include Vermont Corridor, Honor Ranch–Castaic, the Bioscience Cluster Development Initiative, and programming assistance at the County’s business incubator; the Business Technology Center.
As part of a small team, Chris primarily focuses on pre-development activities, contract administration, solicitation/procurement and assisting in ground lease negotiations. Chris has recently been assigned to assist with the County’s business loan program where he works in tandem with borrowers and underwriters to prepare loan packages for approval, closing and funding.
Prior to his employment at the Commission, Chris attended the University of Southern California where he received a B.A. in Psychology and placement on the Dean’s List each semester. During his studies at USC, Chris explored various interests, which led him to multiple business development internships and a position with a tech start-up based in Marina Del Rey.
By attending the Ross Minority Program in Real Estate, Chris looks forward to gaining new real estate knowledge, learning from his peers and seek out meaningful ways to make an impact in the community. By integrating the knowledge gained from the Ross program, Chris feels he will not only gain a new perspective that will assist him in managing capital and economic development projects but also position him for success as he continues his career.
Chris resides in Temple City and enjoys spending time with his family, cooking, watching sports and trying out new restaurants.
Email: Clopez@labtc.org