District 3 Staff
Haleigh Owens - Chief of Staff
Haleigh Owens, a proud Phoenix native, has dedicated her career to public service with a focus on improving government effectiveness. She holds both Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees in Social Work from Arizona State University, which have fueled her dedication to addressing community needs through thoughtful policy and advocacy efforts.
In her previous roles, Haleigh made impactful contributions to identify community solutions for homelessness at the Maricopa Association of Governments. As a Constituent Affairs Representative for a US Senator, she focused on navigating bureaucratic challenges to effectively resolve issues for Arizona residents.
Outside of work, Haleigh enjoys spending quality time with her family, following sporting events, and exploring new local coffee spots.
Amber Guevara - Council Research Analyst
Amber Guevara is a graduate of Arizona State University where she earned a master's in public administration. She also attended school at the University of North Texas where she studied psychology. She is a proud daughter of Salvadoran immigrants, and she loves spending time with her family. Amber is passionate about public service and believes it is important to be involved in your community. Her hobbies include cooking, traveling the world, and riding her bike around the neighborhood.
Riley Macias - Council Aide
riley.macias@phoenix.gov
Riley Macias is a graduate of Arizona State University, where she studied global studies and human rights. In her previous role, she helped sponsored employees navigate pathways to lawful permanent residency. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her one-year-old cat, Miso, and trying new coffee spots.
Najya Gray - Council Aide
Najya is a recent Arizona State University alum she holds a B.S. in Political Science. She has a strong passion for justice reform and community advocacy and is committed to a lifelong career focused on equity and uplifting underrepresented communities. Najya is originally from Detroit, Michigan and her favorite sports team is the Detroit Lions. Outside of work she enjoys reading, traveling, and trying out new restaurants.