Meet the Team
Executive Director; Board Member
Brandi johnson
Brandi is a compassionate leader dedicated to creating positive change in the lives of individuals experiencing houselessness. As the Executive Director of LoveOne, she brings a wealth of experience, expertise, and a deep-rooted commitment to serving the most vulnerable members of our community. With 9 years of experience in social services and nonprofit management, Brandi has developed a comprehensive understanding of the complex issues surrounding houselessness. Her passion for social justice and advocacy has been the driving force behind her career, motivating her to tirelessly work towards solutions that address the root causes of houselessness and provide sustainable support to those in need. Brandi lives in Clackamas County with her husband and two sons.
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Bachelors in Communication from Marylhurst University, Certificate in Conflict Resolution and Mediation from Marylhurst University. Member of Oregon Mediation Association. Board of Directors, Homeless Solutions Coalition of Clackamas County.
Deputy Director
Glen Suchanek
Glen brings a unique perspective and invaluable expertise to his role as Deputy Director of LoveOne, drawing from his own lived experience. His journey from adversity to advocacy has shaped his commitment to supporting others facing similar challenges and has been instrumental in guiding LoveOne's mission. Having navigated the complexities of houselessness firsthand, Glen intimately understands the barriers and obstacles that individuals and families in crisis encounter. His personal experiences have fueled his passion for social justice and his unwavering determination to create meaningful change in the lives of those most in need. Glen lives locally with his wife and his three dogs.
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Lived experience in addiction, houselessness, incarceration and mental health.
MSW, CWSA, CADCIII, CRMII
(Masters in Social Work through Portland State University, Clinical Social Work Associate, Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor three and Certified Recovery Mentor two)
Executive Assistant
ila kipilman
Ila joined the LoveOne team in 2023 with lived and professional experience and will graduate from PSU in the winter with a Bachelor of Science. Even behind the scenes, she is passionate about helping the houseless and historically unseen. She enjoys hiking and meditating in nature, British detective shows, and black metal!
Events Manager
Nash Hascall
Nash is a thoughtful leader and an empathetic listener. He is the events manager for LoveOne, overseeing around 17 events a month, with the incredible dedication of our events team. If you know, Nash, you know he is full of love, light, and dedication. He pulls from the diversity of his work experience, including managing catering events, board member of various theater companies, and rural property manager. Nash grew up in Portland and holds deep respect for this land and community. He has been a long-time advocate for tenants rights and is committed to providing services to our neighbors, creating the connections we all seek.
Outreach Team Manager
Dustin Bagby
Dustin joined the LoveOne team in December 2023. With deep experience in listening to others, asking good questions, taking relevant notes and explaining complex issues in ways everyone will understand, he immediately excelled at serving LoveOne clients and building relationships with our partners. Dustin is a lifelong learner, lover of books and excellent teacher. His sense of humor and thoughtfulness puts everyone at ease. He has a heart for social justice and equitable social systems. He always roots for the underdogs and willingly hikes through the muck to serve our friends without homes. Dustin lives with his wife, 3 kids and 2 Frenchies in SE Portland.
Chairperson; Board Member
daniel mills
Dan Mills is a devoted father of two and has been happily married to Sarah for over 15 years. Their serendipitous meeting occurred while traveling to a Grocery Outlet company meeting on a Southwest flight bound for Sacramento.
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With an impressive 38-year career in the retail industry, Dan's journey began humbly as a cleanup boy in a meat plant. Through sheer determination and hard work, he climbed the ranks to eventually become the Director of Sales and Merchandising.
For the past 18 years, Dan has been an integral part of Grocery Outlet, with a decade of that tenure spent as an independent owner-operator. His dedication and leadership have garnered numerous accolades for his store, including Training Store of the Year, the Star Award for his district, the Top Merchant Award, and the prestigious Jim Read Award.
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In 2023, under Dan's guidance, his store received recognition for its outstanding sales performance in the wine department. Additionally, the store stands proud as one of the top twenty stores contributing to the Independence from Hunger initiative.
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Dan is a dedicated volunteer and community leader with nearly three years of service on the Board of Directors for Love One of Milwaukie. Passionate about making a difference, Dan actively participates in the Milwaukie South event twice a month, where he helps provide essential services and support to those in need.
Secretary; Board Member
max sabo
Max was born and raised in West Linn, Oregon. He started his career as a pharmaceutical sales representative, then transitioned to sales data analytics. After 20 years in corporate America, he moved back to Oregon City to take care of his parents and start his own business.
In 2021, Max and his partner, Brad Sabo started Brax Laundry. Max and Brad worked with LoveOne even before the Oregon City location opened to ensure we could offer laundry and shower services.
Today, Brax Laundry is located in Oregon City, Molalla and Estacada.
Max joined the LoveOne board in 2023 and is proud to be in a position that can make a meaningful and positive impact on the local communities.
Treasurer; Board Member
Lisa Upshaw
Profile Coming Soon.
Board Member
Debby Espinor
Debby is a resident of Milwaukie and is highly committed to improving the local community. Serving on the board of Love One is an honor. She also serves as a Chaplain for the Milwaukie Police Department.
Her day job is that of a lifelong educator, currently serving as an Associate Professor of Educational Leadership at George Fox University, where she teaches future leaders in our schools both locally and around the world.
Debby conducts research in the intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Spirituality.
She and her husband, Roger, love to travel worldwide with their dachshund, Dali, and then enjoy local travel trailer camping with friends and family.
With five children and twelve grandchildren, Debby keeps busy with celebrations and life events. Hobbies include stained glass work and crochet. She is a lifelong Seahawks and Mariners fan.
Board Member
Luke Strait
Luke Strait began his law enforcement career in 1995 with the Milwaukie Police Department, where he served the community for nearly 30 years in roles ranging from patrol officer and general assignment detective to federal task force officer, SWAT team member, sergeant, and operations captain. He ultimately served as Chief of Police for five years, leading with a focus on accountability, innovation, and community trust.
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In the final years of his tenure, Luke became increasingly engaged in addressing complex community challenges tied to houselessness, addiction, and behavioral health. Recognizing that traditional policing alone could not fully address these issues, he sought partnerships beyond law enforcement. He worked closely with Glen Suchanek and the Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion (LEAD) program, and forged a meaningful relationship with Brandi Johnson and LoveOne.
These collaborations helped guide the Milwaukie Police Department toward a more compassionate, resource-connected response to those experiencing housing instability and substance use crises.
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Luke also co-chaired the Clackamas Community Alliance (formerly the Opioid Task Force), a county-supported, community-led group working to strengthen local responses to the opioid epidemic. His efforts consistently emphasized the importance of partnership and non-traditional solutions in creating safer, healthier communities.
Now working as a detective and living in Clackamas County, Luke continues to support efforts that foster dignity, stability, and second chances. He is proud to serve on the board of LoveOne, bringing a public safety perspective that values empathy, collaboration, and the power of community. He and his wife Stephanie have three daughters and travel regularly to Arizona.