Habitat for Humanity appoints Elizabeth Satow as Area Vice President to propel Asia-Pacific regional strategy and operations

MANILA, Philippines (September 3, 2024) — Global nonprofit housing organization Habitat for Humanity has announced a significant addition to its leadership team. Elizabeth “Liz” Satow has been appointed as the Area Vice President for Asia and the Pacific. She will be a pivotal leader to drive Habitat’s strategic initiatives and foster collaboration and growth within and outside the region.

Satow, who joined Habitat on August 5, 2024, has over two decades of experience in leading multinational teams and implementing operational strategies. She has a proven track record of generating resources with institutional donors, which will be a valuable asset as Habitat cultivates its strategic partnerships and funding relationships. She has also successfully managed change initiatives to enhance organizational health, accountability, and disaster responses.

“In her role as our leader in Asia and the Pacific region, Liz will be instrumental as we seek to deepen our impact, increase our influence, grow our resources, leverage innovation, and maximize organizational effectiveness,” said Patrick Canagasingham, chief operating officer, Habitat for Humanity International.

Satow has expressed her enthusiasm in joining Habitat for Humanity to drive the vision of a world where everyone has a decent place to live. She looks forward to serving as a housing advocate, nurturing relationships with the various national organizations and key partners throughout the region and beyond.

Though Satow is from the United States, she was born in India and has spent a large part of her life in Asia. She holds a Master of Arts in international development from The American University and a Bachelor of Arts in political science from The College of Wooster.