Team and Board
Caroline Van Heerde
Founder and Strategic Director
She leads the long term vision, institutional strengthening, and key partnerships. Her leadership has been essential to the organization’s growth and impact since 2004.
Ranferí Vásquez
Project Manager
Ranferi has been part of Constru Casa since 2006. As the manager of construction projects, he is responsible for planning, verifying, and implementing the construction process alongside his own team of masons. He is highly skilled in various trades, including but not limited to masonry, mechanics, and operation of heavy equipment
Sofía García
Development Program Administrator
Responsible for strategic planning, coordination of social development projects, direct support to beneficiary families, and overall program logistics.
Davy Martínez
Public Relations
Davy is in charge of the organization’s fundraising and public relations strategy. She is dedicated to building strong partnerships with donors and strengthening our institutional presence to ensure the success of our programs.
Ana Isabel Barrera
Operations Assistant
Ana is responsible for providing key support as an Operations Assistant, optimizing the organization’s internal processes and day-to-day logistics. Her work ensures the administrative efficiency needed for the entire team to function in perfect harmony and for projects to move forward successfully.
Martha Tobar
Volunteer Coordinator
Responsible for the logistics, welcoming, and guidance of local and international volunteers. Coordinates their integration into construction and community projects, ensuring a safe, meaningful, and impactful experience for both the volunteers and the families in Guatemala.
Elashar Noe Caballeros
Communications Coordinator
Coordinates Constru Casa’s digital and visual communication strategy. Responsible for capturing impact stories from the field, creating content for digital channels, and increasing the organization’s visibility to inspire donors and partners worldwide.
Martha Tobar
Financial and Administrative Assistant
She supports accounting and administrative tasks to ensure transparent operations that help dignified housing reach more Guatemalan families.
Board of Directors in Guatemala
The Board of Directors in Guatemala provides strategic oversight, ensures transparency, and guides the organization in fulfilling its mission to support the communities we serve.
Leonel López
President and Legal Representative
His leadership is essential in guiding the strategies and decisions that shape our work. Additionally, he ensures that all actions align with the organization’s mission and values.
Roberto Bianchi
Vice President
His role is essential in supporting the President and collaborating in strategic decision-making. Additionally, he contributes to strengthening initiatives and projects that benefit the communities we serve.
Board of Directors in the Nederlands
The Board of Directors in Guatemala provides strategic oversight, ensures transparency, and guides the organization in fulfilling its mission to support the communities we serve.
Folkert Piersma
Voorzitter / President
His leadership is key to guiding the strategies and decisions that impact our work. Additionally, he ensures that all actions align with our mission and values.
Guus Haest
Secretaris / Secretary
His role is essential for maintaining documentation and records, as well as ensuring that administrative procedures are followed. He also collaborates in meeting planning and communication among board members.
Doris
Communications
She supports Constru Casa with communication, website management, and social media. The stories of the families supported by the foundation are especially meaningful and inspire her commitment to this project. Contributing to sharing these stories and raising awareness about the foundation’s valuable work is deeply rewarding. mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.
Frans y Renje van Rij
Support in Promotions
Their work is essential in helping to raise awareness of our initiatives and projects, as well as attracting more people interested in collaborating and contributing to our mission.
