Collective Bargaining
Negotiates comprehensive contracts covering wages, benefits, job security, and working conditions for college staff members in Los Angeles.
Labor union representing college staff in Los Angeles through collective bargaining and contract enforcement
About Organization
AFT College Staff Guild Local 1521A represents college staff members in Los Angeles, California. Founded in 2002, the organization negotiates and enforces collective bargaining agreements to improve wages, benefits, and working conditions for its members. With 3 employees and annual revenue of $1.3 million, the guild serves as the official bargaining representative for its membership.
Collective Bargaining
Negotiates comprehensive contracts covering wages, benefits, job security, and working conditions for college staff members in Los Angeles.
Contract Enforcement
Ensures employers comply with negotiated agreements through grievance processes and enforces member rights under collective bargaining contracts.
Member Advocacy
Improves social and economic conditions for college staff through representation in workplace disputes and advocacy for fair treatment.
Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.
Revenue (2021)
$1.3M
-9.7% vs 2020
Expenses (2021)
$1.0M
+2.5% vs 2020
Assets (2021)
$2.0M
+13.7% vs 2020
Employees (2021)
3
-25% vs 2020
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $1,270,767 | $1,034,677 | $1,960,605 | 3 |
| 2020 | $1,407,461 | $1,009,383 | $1,724,515 | 4 |
| 2019 | $1,354,247 | $1,269,922 | $1,390,532 | 6 |
| 2018 | $1,488,537 | $1,449,562 | $1,372,240 | 9 |
| 2017 | $1,508,322 | $1,218,949 | $1,419,450 | 6 |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.
Engage with college staff members to identify workplace concerns and priorities for collective bargaining.
Negotiate collective bargaining agreements with employers to secure improved wages, benefits, and working conditions.
Monitor employer compliance with negotiated contracts and process grievances when violations occur.
Provide ongoing support and advocacy for members facing workplace issues or disputes.
Services and programs offered by Aft College Staff Guild Los Angeles
Negotiates collective bargaining agreements covering wages, benefits, and working conditions for college staff members throughout Los Angeles.
Enforces collective bargaining agreements through grievance processes and ensures employers comply with negotiated terms and protections.
Represents members in workplace disputes and provides guidance on rights under collective bargaining agreements and labor law.
Handles member grievances through formal processes to resolve workplace disputes and violations of contract terms.
Meet the people behind Aft College Staff Guild Los Angeles.
2002
2002
AFT College Staff Guild Local 1521A established to represent Los Angeles college staff members.
2018
2018
Guild reached highest annual revenue of $1.5 million with nine staff members.
2021
2021
Guild maintained $2.0 million in assets while continuing contract enforcement and member services.
Board members, advisors, and key contributors
Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.
Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990
Total Reported (2021)
$35K
Highest Paid
$5K
Hazel Alonzo
Compensated Officers
15
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hazel Alonzo | President | $5,000 | — | $5,000 | 5 |
| Troy L Pierce | Grievance Secretary | $5,000 | — | $5,000 | 5 |
| Jo Ann Haywood | First Vice President | $4,000 | — | $4,000 | 5 |
| Kristine Ayvazyan | Treasurer | $4,000 | — | $4,000 | 10 |
| Yovanna Campos | Recording Secretary | $4,000 | — | $4,000 | 5 |
| Rowena Smith-Kersaint | Interim Second Vice President | $1,776 | — | $1,776 | 5 |
| Andy Labrune | Board Member | $1,200 | — | $1,200 | 2 |
| Cassandra Walker | Board Member | $1,200 | — | $1,200 | 2 |
| Chad Baugher | Board Member | $1,200 | — | $1,200 | 2 |
| Jesse Saucedo | Second Vice President | $1,200 | — | $1,200 | 5 |
| Kookie Williams | Board Member | $1,200 | — | $1,200 | 2 |
| La Shawn Duffin | Board Member | $1,200 | — | $1,200 | 2 |
| Lori Hunter | Board Member | $1,200 | — | $1,200 | 2 |
| Lupita Narkevicius | Board Member | $1,200 | — | $1,200 | 2 |
| Tamara Washington | Board Member | $1,200 | — | $1,200 | 2 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steven Butcher | Executive Secretary (Thru. 10/15/20) | $78,443 | — | $78,443 | 5 |
| Troy L Pierce | Grievance Secretary | $5,000 | — | $5,000 | 5 |
| Hazel Alonzo | President (Eff. 5/1/21) | $4,173 | — | $4,173 | 5 |
| Suleman Ishaque | President (Thru. 4/30/21) | $4,135 | — | $4,135 | 40 |
| Jo Ann Haywood | First Vice President | $4,000 | — | $4,000 | 5 |
| Kristine Ayvazyan | Treasurer | $4,000 | — | $4,000 | 10 |
| Luz Nunez | Secretary (Thru 4/1/21) | $2,000 | — | $2,000 | 5 |
| Yovanna Campos | Secretary (Eff 4/1/21) | $1,846 | — | $1,846 | 5 |
| Andy Labrune | Board Member | $1,200 | — | $1,200 | 2 |
| Cassandra Walker | Board Member | $1,200 | — | $1,200 | 2 |
| Chad Baugher | Board Member | $1,200 | — | $1,200 | 2 |
| Faith Colt | Board Member | $1,200 | — | $1,200 | 2 |
| Jesse Saucedo | Second Vice President | $1,200 | — | $1,200 | 5 |
| Lashawn Duffin | Board Member | $1,200 | — | $1,200 | 2 |
| Lori Hunter | Board Member | $1,200 | — | $1,200 | 2 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steven Butcher | Executive Secretary | $47,064 | $8,052 | $55,116 | 5 |
| Suleman Ishaque | President | $5,400 | — | $5,400 | 40 |
| Jonathan Hooker | Board Member | $1,700 | — | $1,700 | 2 |
| Cassandra Walker | Board Member | $1,050 | — | $1,050 | 2 |
| Hazel Alonzo | First Vice President | $1,050 | — | $1,050 | 5 |
| Jo Ann Haywood | Second Vice President | $1,050 | — | $1,050 | 5 |
| Miguel Montanez | Board Member | $1,050 | — | $1,050 | 2 |
| Rowena Smith-Kersaint | Board Member | $1,050 | — | $1,050 | 2 |
| Suzanne Mignosi | Board Member | $1,050 | — | $1,050 | 2 |
| Troy L Pierce | Grievance Secretary | $1,050 | — | $1,050 | 5 |
| Lori Hunter | Board Member | $933 | — | $933 | 2 |
| Yovanna Campos | Board Member | $875 | — | $875 | 2 |
| Kristine Ayvazyan | Treasurer | $700 | — | $700 | 10 |
| Tara Ward-Thompson | Board Member | $700 | — | $700 | 2 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Velma Butler | President | $42,383 | — | $42,383 | 40 |
| Curtis Smith | Secretary | $3,600 | — | $3,600 | 5 |
| Mercedes Gaitan | Vice President | $3,600 | — | $3,600 | 5 |
| Shirley Page | Treasurer | $3,600 | — | $3,600 | 10 |
| Suleman Ishaque | Vice President | $3,600 | — | $3,600 | 5 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Velma Butler | President | $41,487 | — | $41,487 | 60 |
| Curtis Smith | Secretary | $3,600 | — | $3,600 | 5 |
| Mercedes Gaitan | Vice President | $3,600 | — | $3,600 | 5 |
| Shirley Page | Treasurer | $3,600 | — | $3,600 | 10 |
| Suleman Ishaque | Vice President | $3,600 | — | $3,600 | 5 |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.