Habitat San Luis Obispo names Anthony Overton new CEO
Anthony Overton.
Public invited to meet Overton at local events in June
– Habitat for Humanity San Luis Obispo County has appointed Anthony Overton as its new chief executive officer, effective June 20.
Overton brings more than 20 years of experience in education and community engagement, most recently with the Paso Robles Joint Unified School District. He previously served as director of curriculum, instruction, and career technical education, as well as principal of Paso Robles High School. His career has also included nonprofit leadership and roles focused on strengthening families and communities.
“We are thrilled to welcome Anthony as our next CEO,” said Truitt Vance, chair of the Habitat for Humanity San Luis Obispo County board of directors. “Anthony’s passion for people, deep roots in our local community, and dedication to equity in housing make him an ideal leader for this next chapter. We look forward to the energy and vision he will bring to our mission.”
Overton said the role aligns closely with the values and work he has pursued throughout his career.
“Throughout my career, I’ve been drawn to work that creates lasting impact—especially in underserved communities,” Overton said. “Habitat San Luis Obispo’s mission to build strength, stability, and self-reliance through homeownership deeply resonates with me. After years in education, I’ve seen firsthand how safe, affordable housing shapes student success and family wellbeing. This role felt like a natural evolution of that service: building not just classrooms, but foundations for life.”
In his new role, Overton will oversee efforts to expand affordable housing across the county, help senior residents age in place, and support neighborhood revitalization.
“We’ll continue to build new homes, but we also need to preserve the homes people already have,” Overton said. “Expanding our home preservation and aging in place initiative will be key, especially as the cost of living rises. We’ll look to innovative funding models, strategic land use, and partnerships with government and nonprofits to push beyond the status quo. This is a regional issue that demands a collaborative, community-first response.”
Overton, who lives in San Luis Obispo County, also operates a small woodworking business from his home.
“I’m a woodworker and run a small woodcraft business out of my home,” he said. “I find a lot of peace and creativity in building things with my hands. It’s part of what drew me to Habitat—there’s something deeply fulfilling about creating something tangible that others can build their lives around.”
The public is invited to meet Overton at two upcoming events. The first is Habitat San Luis Obispo Night at the San Luis Obispo Blues baseball game on June 18 at 6 p.m. Free tickets are available to the first 100 supporters who register at the organization’s website. The second event is Coffee with the CEO, which will take place on June 24 from 7 to 9 a.m. at Belnano Coffee, located at 8120 El Camino Real in Atascadero. Registration is encouraged but not required.
For more information, visit habitatslo.org or call (805) 782-0687.
