Ali Hasanali
Chief of Staff
Ensures efficient execution of certain projects, ensuring all steps are done in an effective and timely manner in accordance with Fort Bend County’s policies and procedures; Attends meetings on Commissioner’s behalf and serves as a liaison for Commissioner; Participates in planning of programs, policies or objectives for Precinct 4; Coordinates with other county departments and management to resolve issues and expedite work.
Education
JD from Case Western Reserve University School of Law; BA in Chemistry and Political Science from Case Western Reserve University
Professional Background
Ali served as a Felony Prosecutor in the Fort Bend County District Attorney’s Office, and before that served in Private Practice for over 5 years. Additionally, he serves on a TIRZ Board as a director and has been active in local community organizations for over a decade.
Hobbies
Ali is an avid reader and fiction writer, including short stories and novels.
Merci Mohagheghi
Project Manager of Policy and Constituent Services
Ensures county projects are fully executed; manages office-related events; Attends meetings with and for the Commissioner; serves as point of contact for county projects; Manages and responds to citizens' questions and concerns; reviews and consults items that are up for Commissioners Court approval.
Education
MSW from Graduate College of Social Work at University of Houston; BA in Liberal Arts from The Evergreen State College
Professional Background
Merci worked in the Fort Bend County Judge’s office as a project manager over grants and as the Judge’s executive assistant. She has also worked as a policy analyst for a Texas House Caucus chaired by Representative Garnet Coleman.
Hobbies
When not traveling, you can find Merci spending time with her dog, reading in the park, or listening to all things politics through the numerous podcasts she has queued in her podcast app.
Daniel Vasquez
Communications Director
Directs the communications efforts of the Commissioners Office to advance policy agenda and community engagement; Develops and implements messaging strategy for mainstream and digital media; Conducts email marketing campaigns, text messaging campaigns, and manages web content development.
Education
BA in Liberal Arts from The University of Texas at Austin.
Professional Background
Daniel worked in the Fort Bend County Commissioner Rodney Ellis' office as a Communications Coordinator. He has also worked in the Harris County Judge’s office as a special assistant.
Hobbies
Daniel enjoys attending sporting events, visiting our National Parks, and spending time with friends and family.
Loren Haskins
Project Manager/Urban Planner
Serves as liaison with engineering departments and firms; Manages constituent concerns regarding infrastructure; Attends meetings and participates in committees on behalf of the Commissioner when needed; manage budget expenditures and recommends adjustments as necessary.
Education
BS Urban & Regional Planning Texas A&M University, focus on Sustainability and Urban Revitalization
Professional Background
8 years in construction and real estate
Hobbies
Loren enjoys working out after a stressful day, weekend road tripping, exploring abroad, and working on his truck when he's visiting his family.