Leadership
Zina Love
Founder
After facing homelessness and overcoming substance abuse, Zina Love established Love Home Inc. in 2014 to give back to the community and support others in need. Zina Love holds a Master’s Degree in Organizational Management and Leadership and a Bachelor of Science in Human Services from Springfield College. She is certified as a DOT Substance Abuse Professional (SAP), Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC II), Anger Management Specialist, Domestic Violence facilitator, and Professional Supervised Visitation Provider.
Her experience includes drug court, parolee reentry, DUI, family court, facilitation, and crisis intervention. Zina Love is a member of the American Legion (Families with Vets), Urban League, NAACP, and the National Organization of Human Services.
She actively participates in Los Angeles and surrounding communities, specializing in dual-diagnosis/co-occurring disorders and sobriety/recovery.
Zina Love’s twenty years of experience in Substance Abuse Treatment/Recovery, sixteen years in Domestic Violence intervention and prevention, and ten years in a management capacity are testaments to her unwavering commitment to community service. Her extensive volunteer service, including eight years with the Los Angeles Al-Impics, further demonstrates her dedication to making a positive impact in the community.
In addition to her qualifications, Mrs. Love is certified in Emotional Intelligence, enhancing her role at Love Home. She has also completed Communication Skills, Conflict Resolution, and Team Building courses to develop her leadership abilities further. With her diverse background in social services, Mrs. Love is well-prepared to make a positive impact on those she serves, showcasing her dedication and passion for helping others.
Brandi Zike
Director of Marketing & Organizational Development
Brandi Zike has a passion for helping people in need. Her charity work includes volunteering with LAHSA for the homeless count, participating in the Watts Healthcare yearly health fair, and spending her spare time handing out free homemade protein donuts to the unhoused. She initially worked as a social media manager for Love Home, using the platform to connect the audience with free resources for the community.
After furthering her education in digital marketing, she applied her knowledge to help rebrand Love Home and develop strategies to align the organization with today’s digital technology, positioning Love Home to reach a broader audience of those in need.
She holds a Business Bachelor of Science in Digital Marketing from Full Sail University, where she graduated with a 3.5 GPA. Her goal for Love Home is to take her passion for business development and marketing and use it to create a sustainable platform that can continue to grow and provide resources for the community we serve.