Robert M. Sausedo is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Community Build Inc., a 27-year-old legacy organization in South Los Angeles. A native Angeleno, Sausedo has been engaged and involved with civic matters that impact youth, economic development, social justice and literacy for over 30 years. Most recently, Mr. Sausedo launched the Community Response System of South Los Angeles (CRSSLA) in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. This Community Response System organized over 30 nonprofits, churches and stakeholders to collaborate resources to benefit the needs of South Los Angeles. Since starting CRSSLA on March 14, 2020 thousands of residents have received assistance ranging from food security, mental health counseling, small business assistance and a host of services. In addition to the South Los Angeles Network of Partners, another chapter has launched as the Community Response System of San Diego.
