Aubrey CoufalVice President of Operations; Topeka Housing Authority

Age: 36
Vice President of Operations
Topeka Housing Authority

Aubrey Coufal knows how to build and connect community. In the Pine Ridge Partnership, Aubrey is instrumental in developing trusting relationships with families, stakeholders, service organizations and the community. Aubrey also serves on the Pine Ridge Family Health Center Advisory Committee, leads the Book Rich Environment initiative to deliver over 4,000 books to families each year, and plans exciting, team building activities as the “Fun Committee” leader.

Aubrey’s leadership extends into the community as she serves as a volunteer with her 2017 Leadership Greater Topeka class and as chair of the United Way of Greater Topeka Committee responsible for community volunteerism and outreach. She is the community liaison for National Night Out in Pine Ridge, Echo Ridge and Deer Creek.

“Lead by example but do not be afraid to raise the heat.
You weren’t born a leader, there were many that
helped pave your path. Be grateful.”

What brings you joy?
Joy is knowing that our community is working together to improve the quality of life and education for our children. After all, they are our legacy.

What do you hope your legacy will be?
Be kind and treat others with dignity and respect. We are only one situation away from a life-altering catastrophe.

Best advice you have received?
Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life.

What would your superpower be?
Time travel. I’d go back in time and visit loved ones. Selfishly, I’d love to solve our family mystery and find out which kid likes to eat frozen butter sticks and place them back in the freezer.