The Team

Melissa Songco

Chief Executive Officer

Melissa joined Habitat for Humanity WJR as CEO in April 2021, bringing with her a career entirely devoted to non-profit work and community development. Her connection to Habitat is deeply personal: over 20 years ago, while at Marquette University, she volunteered locally and on a Global Village trip to Zambia. It was there that she was inspired by the mission of affordable housing, an inspiration she jokes was "Habititus" that never left her. Having previously served organizations like Milwaukee Habitat, Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee, and Junior Achievement of Wisconsin, Melissa leads our team with a steadfast commitment to ensuring every family has a safe, affordable place to call home.

(262) 309-6025 ext. 207

Brett Peloquin

Chief Operating Officer

Brett joined Habitat WJR in March 2022, driven by a deep commitment to service and community. A Marquette University graduate with a BA in Writing, Brett previously served as an active-duty Army infantry officer, commissioned in 2013. After his medical retirement as a Captain in 2018, he transitioned his passion for helping others to the non-profit sector. His experience at both Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity and Junior Achievement of Wisconsin solidified his dedication to empowering families and building stronger communities, a mission he proudly continues today with Habitat WJR.

(262) 309-6025 ext. 209