Team Bio
Meet The Team
Kai S. Woo
Executive Director
Kai Woo is the founder and CEO of the New York Alliance of Housing NPO, and he has devoted much of his time and effort to being a dynamic, forward-thinking leader in the field. With a strong passion for urban studies and city planning, Kai's goal consists of addressing and educating the public about the pressing housing crisis in New York City and beyond. Kai's educational journey began at the Elisabeth Morrow School, where he studied from 2017 to 2021. He then transitioned to Avenues: The World School, where he is set to graduate in 2026. At Avenues, Kai has demonstrated exceptional leadership and commitment to public discourse. He co-founded the Avenues debate team and club in 2021, is currently serving as the director of the debate club, and is the middle-secretary general of the Model United Nations club. Kai's interest in city planning and urban studies fuels his work with the New York Alliance of Housing. Through his various endeavors, Kai Woo continues to make a significant impact by combining his leadership skills, academic pursuits, and passion for public service to address some of today's most critical urban challenges.
Education & Credentials
Elisabeth Morrow School (2017-2021)
Avenues: The World School (2021- present)
IBM Data Analyst Certification (2025)
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Ryan Lee
Executive Secretary
Ryan Lee serves as the Secretary for the New York Alliance of Housing, and he ensures smooth and effective governance for our team. With a background in project management in the digital marketing and SAAS industries, Ryan brings a detail‑oriented mindset and an unwavering commitment to housing justice. Inspired by a first-hand view of the challenges of rent burden, he believes that thoughtful process is a powerful tool for meaningful impact. Beyond administrative duties, Ryan is passionate about connecting with community members, whether through coordinating events, improving volunteer onboarding, or simply offering a friendly voice behind the scenes.
Education & Credentials
Avenues: The World School (2019-2024)
Stern School of Business NYU (2024-present)
Adriana Chan
Marketing Director
Adriana Chan, the CMO of the New York Alliance(s) of Housing NPO, is a current student at Manhasset High School and a dedicated member of her surrounding community. Adriana has spent hundreds of hours over the past two years dedicated to building deeper connections with those in her hometown. For example, as treasurer of her school’s Key Club, Adriana has worked closely with her fellow high schoolers to plan town events and fundraisers to promote small businesses and bolster community engagement. Through small business pop-ups, counseling at an after-school program, and packaging over 41 thousand meals with her town’s food pantry, Adriana has made a profound impact on her local community. She now hopes to expand her range of service beyond her hometown. Recently shifting her focus to the housing crisis in the New York metro area, Adriana strives to educate the public on the shortage of affordable housing which affects the lives of over one million people in her home state. She hopes that through her time working with the NYAH she can achieve her greater goal of inspiring fellow community members to dedicate their own time to public service. In due time, Adriana hopes to encourage community members to improve and dispute the challenges within their own society, leading towards a more unified and supportive community.
Education & Credentials
Manhasset Secondary School (2020-2022)
Manhasset High School (2022-present)