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Monday, August 28
 

7:30am EDT

Continental Breakfast and Networking
Monday August 28, 2023 7:30am - 7:30am EDT
Executive Ballroom
  Breakfast

9:00am EDT

Opening Plenary- Welcome and Inspirational Keynote
Majora Carter is a real estate developer, urban revitalization strategy consultant, MacArthur Fellow and Peabody Award winning broadcaster. She's responsible for the creation of numerous economic development, technology inclusion & green-infrastructure projects, policies and job training & placement systems.  She is also a lecturer at Princeton University's Keller Center.

Majora is quoted on the walls of the Smithsonian Museum of African-American History and Culture in DC: "Nobody should have to move out of their neighborhood to live in a better one” - which is also the subtitle of her 2022 book, Reclaiming Your Community.

Carter applies corporate talent-retention consulting practice to reduce Brain Drain in American low-status communities.  She has firsthand experience pioneering sustainable economic development in one of America's most storied low-status communities: the South Bronx, as well as cities across North America and abroad.

She and her teams develop vision, strategies and the type of development that transforms low-status communities into thriving mixed-use local economies. Her approach harnesses capital flows resulting from American re-urbanization to help increase wealth building opportunities across demographics left out of all historic financial tide changes. Majora's work produces long term fiscal benefits for governments, residents, and private real estate developments throughout North America.
Speakers
avatar for Gladys Cook

Gladys Cook

Board Chair, Florida Housing Coalition
GLADYS COOK is the former Resilience and Recovery Director for the Florida Housing Coalition. As a planner, Gladys has provided research and analysis skills in the formation of disaster recovery strategies for the equitable redevelopment of housing.  Gladys is a strong proponent... Read More →
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Ashon Nesbitt

Chief Executive Officer, Florida Housing Coalition., Inc.
ASHON NESBITT is CEO of the Florida Housing Coalition.A respected community and nonprofit leader, Mr. Nesbitt was previously Chief Programs Officer and Technical Advisor with the Coalition where he has led the Community Land Trust Institute as well as the Center for Racial Equity... Read More →
avatar for Majora Carter

Majora Carter

The Majora Carter Group
Majora Carter is a real estate developer, urban revitalization strategy consultant, MacArthur Fellow and Peabody Award winning broadcaster. She's responsible for the creation of numerous economic development, technology inclusion & green-infrastructure projects, policies and job training... Read More →


Monday August 28, 2023 9:00am - 9:30am EDT
Executive Ballroom
  Opening Plenary

9:30am EDT

Housing Expo
Monday August 28, 2023 9:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Salon 9/10
  Housing Expo

10:00am EDT

Construction and Design Forum: The Importance of Factory-Built Housing
Factory-built housing is one of the solutions for affordable production. Though there are many potential benefits, including precision built housing with cost savings, the share of factory-built housing nationally is less than 10%. In this forum, experts in finance and industry professionals will clarify terminology, such as the difference between manufactured and modular, and have an honest and open conversation about what are true challenges and what are lingering myths. Topics covered include land use and zoning, building codes and permitting, financing, production, delivery, design, resilience, and perception issues. Local governments, developers, and consumers who have avoided factory built housing in the past, may come away with an important piece of the solution for moving forward.
Speakers
avatar for Stephen Bender

Stephen Bender

Program Director, UF CityLab-Orlando, University of Florida
Stephen Bender is Instructional Associate Professor at University of Florida Citylab-Orlando, where he teaches graduate architecture with a focus on revitalizing neighborhoods through design. As a program with an emphasis on urbanism, especially concerning Florida cities, Citylab... Read More →
avatar for Jim Ayotte

Jim Ayotte

Chief Executive Officer, Florida Manufactured Housing Association
Jim Ayotte is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Florida Manufactured Housing Association (FMHA) in Tallahassee, FL.  Jim has worked in the manufactured housing industry for over 25 years and has held executive management positions at the Manufactured Housing Institute and... Read More →
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Chadwick Reed

Head of Programs and Growth, Ivory Innovations
Chad Reed works as Head of Programs and Growth at Ivory Innovations, a nonprofit focused on catalyzing innovation in housing affordability. In addition to his role with Ivory Innovations, Chad works as a researcher at Harvard's Joint Center for Housing Studies, where he recently co-authored... Read More →
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David Sanchez

U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
David Sanchez is a Special Policy Advisor at the Federal Housing Administration and HUD’s Office of Housing. In that role, he advances policies that promote broad access to sustainable mortgage credit, increased supply of affordable housing, stronger consumer protections, and healthy... Read More →
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Dennis Smith

Single Family Affordable Lending, Manager, Freddie Mac
Dennis Smith is an affordable lending manager in Freddie Mac’s Single-Family Mission and Community Engagement division. He manages the affordable housing preservation and manufactured housing initiatives that support Freddie Mac’s underserved markets plan.A 25-year mortgage industry... Read More →
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Will Stoker

Product Development and Industry Engagement, Fannie Mae
Will Stoker leads the implementation of Fannie Mae’s Duty to Serve plan for the manufactured housing market by partnering with members of its Single Family and Multifamily lines of business. He has a bachelors degree from the University of Tennessee in Economics.
avatar for Byron Stroud

Byron Stroud

Director, Sales and Business Development, Skyline Champion Corp
Byron Stroud is Director of Sales and Business Development for Skyline Champion. Involved with Manufactured Housing Industry for over 50 years working for Whirlpool Corp., Fleetwood Enterprises and since 1995 with Skyline Champion. Active on Boards of Florida, Michigan, Indiana, Illinois... Read More →

Ayotte Bullet Points FHC Conference ppt pdf
Smith Dennis fhc conference 2023 Freddie Mac pdf
Stoker FM Manufactured Housing Overview for FHC pptx
Monday August 28, 2023 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Salon 3/4
  Day 1- Forums- 10am

10:00am EDT

Ending Homelessness: Solving Unsheltered Homelessness
Effectively addressing unsheltered homelessness in any community is a major undertaking requiring coordination, funding, compassion, planning and access to permanent affordable housing. Join us in learning how Florida communities have addressed unsheltered homelessness utilizing best practices and collaboration among local, state, and federal partners. We will discuss sanctioned encampments, tent cities, emergency shelters, permanent housing, and the unique needs of those living in unsheltered situations. Learn from other communities to create a strategic plan addressing unsheltered homelessness in your community!

Speakers
avatar for Amanda Wander

Amanda Wander

Ending Homelessness Team Director, Florida Housing Coalition., Inc.
Amanda Wander is the Ending Homelessness Team Director for the Florida Housing Coalition. She previously served as the Executive Director at the Big Bend Continuum of Care where she oversaw the homelessness and housing system of care for eight counties in Florida
avatar for Talar Alexanian

Talar Alexanian

Senior Government Affairs Manager, Pallet Shelter
With years of experience shaping advocacy and policy at the local, state, and federal levels, Talar is well-versed in leading public affairs initiatives that drive equitable access to the basic needs security of vulnerable populations. As Pallet's Senior Government Affairs Manager... Read More →
avatar for Joe Pondolfino

Joe Pondolfino

Pinellas Hope Director, Catholic Charities
Joe is the director of Catholic Charities Pinellas Hope Shelter and Permanent Supportive Housing in Clearwater, Florida. The shelter serves over 1000 homeless adults per year while our supportive housing provides 156 units to formerly homeless individuals. Joe’s previous 25 years... Read More →
avatar for Manny Sarria

Manny Sarria

Asst. Executive Director, Miami Dade County Homeless Trust
Manny Sarria, is a FHC Board member. He is the Asst Executive Director for Miami-Dade County Homeless Trust. Prior to working for the county, Manny spent 18 years running HHS and HUD programs benefiting the homeless.
avatar for Joe Savage

Joe Savage

Regional Coordinator, Mid-Atlantic, U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness
Dr. Joe N. Savage, Jr. is a recognized leader with over 25 years of experience in the fields of homelessness, social policy, and economic development. In his prior work he was responsible for overseeing transitional and permanent supportive housing programs, CoC funding, strategic... Read More →

Homeless Forum Combined Slides FHC 2023 pdf
Housing Supply Action Plan pdf
All In US Federal Strategic Plan pdf
Monday August 28, 2023 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Salon 1/2
  Day 1- Forums- 10am

10:00am EDT

Faith-Based Forum: Leading Community Change, Inspired by Faith
Faith-based institutions often serve as centers for resources, activities and services aimed at meeting the needs of vulnerable populations, such as seniors and at-risk youth. These same institutions often have significant land holdings, if unlocked could serve as a key resource in addressing housing needs of those it already serves, transforming individual lives while driving economic development. This forum will highlight the work of faith-based organizations leading neighborhood revitalization efforts and other initiatives through housing that can serve as replicable models for other communities throughout the state, examples of how national partners are working faith-based institutions in Florida in affordable housing development.
Speakers
avatar for David Hall

David Hall

Broker, Coldwell Banker
David Hall currently holds a position of Associate Broker with Coldwell Banker Realty in Port St. Lucie Florida and has been active in the real estate profession for over twenty-five years. In 2021 he was Elected Treasurer with Big Brothers & Big Sisters of Martin & Palm Beach County... Read More →
avatar for Timothy Block

Timothy Block

Program Director, Enterprise Community Partners, Inc.
Tim Block joined Enterprise Community Partners (ECP) in June 2016, he currently serves as Director, Programs for the Southeast.  Tim is responsible for leading the organization’s work in Faith-Based Development, capacity building of non-profits, and capital deployment efforts for... Read More →
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Mariah Hayden

Director, New Life Village
Mariah joined the New Life Village team in 2016 after being introduced to the charity as a volunteer. Familiar with the effects of childhood trauma from her graduate work and personal experiences, as well as with the impact that mental health challenges have on a family, Mariah found... Read More →
avatar for Evan Scott

Evan Scott

Project Leader, National Church Residences
Originator for senior affordable housing developments in Florida, Georgia and North Carolina.
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Micah Sims

Servant Leader & Senior Pastor, Greater Grant AME Church
Micah C. T. Sims presently serves as Servant Leader & Senior Pastor of Greater Grant Memorial AME Church in Jacksonville, Florida. This thriving congregation is committed to transformation, impact, and empowerment. In addition, Micah is the Chairman & Board President of Greater Community... Read More →

Scott National Church Residences Faith Based Affordable Housing FL 2023 pdf
Block Enterprise FBDI Program Florida Housing Coaliton Affordable Housing Conference FINAL pdf
Monday August 28, 2023 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Salon 7/8
  Day 1- Forums- 10am

10:00am EDT

Homeownership Forum: Increasing Opportunities in a Challenging Market
The rise in interest rates, combined with already limited supply, production challenges, and elevated house prices, have cooled the surprisingly hot pandemic market. The rise in interest rates has stymied the increase in buying power for first-time homeowners.  Interest rate hikes did not bring down the high housing prices, creating an affordability gap for many lower income buyers. When home prices and interest rates are high, reducing the mortgage loan amount through price buy-downs in the form of increased downpayment is key. Experts will discuss strategies to continue increasing access to affordable homeownership, including, but not limited to, the CLT steppingstone, the Hometown Heroes program (with its improved terms for eligibility) and a fully funded SHIP program, for a blend of downpayment assistance. Also included in the discussion are strategies to proactively preserve homeownership through uncertain economic times.
Speakers
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Christie Cade

Senior Director, Southern Region, NeighborWorks America
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Connie Wright

Senior Vice President, Assistant Director of Housing Philanthropy, Wells Fargo
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Traci Blue

Director of Strategic Community Initiatives, Bright Community Trust, Inc
Traci Blue is a Community Relations Management professional with a passion for working within the Central Florida community and 20+ years of experience in the fields of community relations, public relations, training, coaching, and management. She has spent her career serving in the... Read More →
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Ernest Coney

President/CEO, CDC of Tampa Inc
Ernest Coney Jr. serves as the Chief Executive Officer of CDC of Tampa. He brings over 20 years of executive management-level experience in providing health, social and economic programs to benefit low to moderate income persons and the elderly, with an undergraduate degree from Dartmouth... Read More →
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Jennifer Ferriol

HCD Administrator, City of West Palm Beach
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Murphy Kennedy

Public Policy Representative, Florida Realtors
Murphy Kennedy has been working in the Florida political process for almost ten years. After graduating with a M.A. from Florida State University in 2014, she started her career as a campaign manager for State Representative MaryLynn Magar's re-election campaign. Her first permanent... Read More →
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Audria Moore-Wells

Special Projects Coordinator, City of Fort Pierce
avatar for Jared Nordlund

Jared Nordlund

Policy & Advocacy, Florida State Director, UnidosUS
avatar for Frank Cornier

Frank Cornier

President & CEO, Tampa Bay Neighborhood Housing Services
Frank Cornier – A Community Development Practitioner with over 20 years’ experience in non-profit management and real-estate development including single family housing, multifamily, mixed-use, commercial properties, and property management. Frank passionately works in affordable... Read More →
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Racquel Reddie

Managing Director/Community Development, NCST
Racquel Reddie currently serves as Managing Director of Community Development at NCST. Racquel works to develop strategies and initiatives across NCST’s national footprint that support the organization’s Community Development practice which focuses on the expansion of affordable... Read More →
avatar for David Westcott

David Westcott

Managing Director of Homeowner Programs, Florida Housing Finance Corporation
David Westcott is Managing Director of Homeowner Programs at Florida Housing Finance Corporation and has served in that role for seventeen years. He oversees all of Florida Housing’s Homebuyer and Down Payment Assistance Programs as well as the federal HOME Program, among others... Read More →

Coney Real Estate Development pdf
Monday August 28, 2023 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Executive Ballroom H
  Day 1- Forums- 10am

10:00am EDT

Partnering with Public Housing Authorities Forum
Public Housing Authorities play an extensive role in providing affordable housing resources to lower income households across our state.  In addition to subsidy administration and housing counseling, these public and private development professionals bring innovative ideas maximizing the PHA’s contributions to Florida’s affordable housing stock.  This forum invites attendees to learn from some of the most active and forward-thinking PHAs and their partners throughout the state as presenters discuss best practices in affordable housing development through a PHA lens. With the deficit of affordable housing in mind, presenters will share their experiences of developing partnerships for housing development that address unmet public needs and private interests to achieve goals and support the mutual interests of both the PHA and private sector development partners.  Revitalization of historically underserved communities, including within the urban core, entices PHAs and private developers to work together to create mixed income communities supported by an environment of healthy living and employment opportunities.  The 2023 legislation to increase the production of affordable housing, provides PHAs and their private sector partners with greater opportunities to improve their communities through new construction, redevelopment, and rehab projects, increasing access to housing for the most vulnerable community members.
Speakers
avatar for Cheryl Howell

Cheryl Howell

Assistant County Administrator for Equity and Community Impact, Hillsborough County
Cheryl Howell currently serves as the Assistant County Administrator for Equity and Community Impact for Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners, Board member for Florida Housing Coalition, Board Member for the Tampa Family Health Center, and as Executive Director of Florida... Read More →
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Michael Bean

Chief Executive Officer, Housing Authority of Brevard County
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Marcia Davis

Executive Director, Housing Authority of the City of Fort Myers
Marcia Davis has more than 18 years of public housing experience and currently serves at the Executive Director for the Housing Authority of the City of Fort Myers. During the years of 2006-2013, Marcia Davis also served as the Director of Real Estate Development for the Housing Authority... Read More →
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David Iloanya

Director of Real Estate, Tampa Housing Authority
Since 2000, David Iloanya has served as Director of Real Estate Development for the Tampa Housing Authority.  As a committed proponent of affordable housing, he worked tirelessly to transform the old and stigmatized image of public housing developments to first rate quality with... Read More →
avatar for Sandra Seals

Sandra Seals

Senior Vice President, McCormack Baron Salazar, Inc
Sandra Seals is a Senior Vice President with McCormack Baron Salazar based in Miami, Florida and oversees MBS’ development activity in the southeast. She is actively involved in innovative transformation projects with housing authorities in the states of Florida, Georgia and North... Read More →

Seals Partnering with Public Housing Authorities Presentation v2 pdf
Iloanya Partnering with PHA's 8 23 pdf
Monday August 28, 2023 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Salon 5/6
  Day 1- Forums- 10am

10:00am EDT

Public Policy Forum: Live Local Act
The Live Local Act of 2023 was Florida's first landmark housing legislation since the William E. Sadowski Affordable Housing Act of 1992.  The Live Local Act included the largest appropriation of Sadowski funding for SHIP and SAIL and created additional funding sources for affordable housing from general revenue and tax incentives.  Over $800 million was directly appropriated for existing housing programs and the Legislature augmented that with member projects for affordable housing to reach an unprecedented $1 billion for the production and preservation of affordable housing in Florida.  The Live Local Act includes a host of tools, including land use overrides for affordable housing developers. In this forum, experts will recap the 2023 Legislative Session, focusing primarily on how the Live Local Act marks a new era in housing policy, and how your community can make the most of the Live Local Act to drive housing production and preservation. The Live Local Act has many parts and pieces; the panel of experts will respond to any questions or concerns about the Act and discuss future advocacy related to the Act.
Speakers
avatar for Mark Hendrickson

Mark Hendrickson

President, The Hendrickson Company
Since 1994 Mr. Hendrickson has been President of The Hendrickson Company, which assists clients in all areas of affordable housing, including finance, economic research, and legislative issues. Clients include multiple local Housing Finance Authorities, rental housing developers... Read More →
avatar for Steve Auger

Steve Auger

CEO, Birdsong Housing Partners
Steve Auger is the CEO of Birdsong Housing Partners, which develops, builds, and owns multifamily affordable rental properties, including permanent supportive housing.  Prior to joining Birdsong, Steve served from 2005 to 2017 as Executive Director of Florida Housing Finance Corporation... Read More →
avatar for Marisa Button

Marisa Button

Director of Multifamily Allocations, Florida Housing Finance Corporation
MARISA BUTTON was named the Managing Director of Multifamily Programs for Florida Housing Finance Corporation in 2019. She is responsible for the oversight of the rule development, allocations, underwriting, closing, and cost certification processes for the Low-Income Housing Tax... Read More →
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Jeff Branch

Legislative Advocate, Florida League of Cities
Jeff Branch is a seasoned political professional with 18 years of experience in the field. Currently, he serves as the Director of Field Advocacy Designate and Senior Legislative Advocate for the Florida League of Cities, where he manages transportation and intergovernmental relations... Read More →
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Kody Glazer

Legal Director, Florida Housing Coalition., Inc.
KODY GLAZER is Legal and Policy Director of the Florida Housing Coalition with expertise in land use law, affordable housing planning and development, and policy implementation. Kody provides technical and legal assistance to local governments, community-based organizations, and policymakers... Read More →
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Brian McCabe

Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy Development, US Department of Housing and Urban Development
Brian McCabe is the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy Development in the Office of Policy Development and Research (PD&R) at the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).  In that role, he works on a number of core housing policy issues, including rental assistance... Read More →

Button Final PP for FHC Presentation pdf
Glazer Public Policy Forum pdf
Monday August 28, 2023 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Salon 11/12
  Day 1- Forums- 10am

10:00am EDT

Recovering From Hurricane Ian: Update on Impacts, Federal, State Programs and Considerations for HUD CDBG-DR
Lessons from Ian: Housing Recovery Support Functions and the State's first Disaster Housing Task Force. In this session will feature three expert panel. The first, experts from UCF, FEMA, and USDA will address Housing Impact Assessment and Federal response. Second panel review of new FDEM programs and the third panel features experts with FloridaCommerce and leading consultants providing recommendations for HUD CDBG-DR allocations to strengthen local programs.
Speakers
avatar for CJ Reynolds

CJ Reynolds

Director Resilience & Disaster Recovert, Florida Housing Coalition., Inc.
CJ Reynolds is the Director of Resilience and Disaster Recovery for the Florida Housing Coalition. Most recently, C.J. served as the Director of Resiliency and Engagement at the Tampa Bay Regional Planning for nearly four years and led the Regional Resilience Coalition which includes... Read More →
avatar for Christopher Emrich

Christopher Emrich

Boardman Endowed Professor of Environmental Science and Public Administration, University of Central Florida
Dr. Emrich is an endowed professor of Environmental Science and Public Administration in the School of Public Administration and a founding member of the newly formed National Center for Integrated Coastal Research at University of Central Florida (UCF Coastal). His research/practical... Read More →
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Stan Gimont

Senior Advisor for Community Recovery, Hagerty Consulting
Mr. Stan Gimont is a Senior Advisor for Community Recovery with Hagerty Consulting. Mr. Gimont joined Hagerty after 32 years of service with the United States (US) Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Mr. Gimont has been at the center of the HUD Community Development... Read More →
avatar for Jenn Hagen

Jenn Hagen

FCS Agent, UF/IFAS Extension Lee County
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Ian Ohlin

Bureau of Recovery Florida Division of Emergency Management
avatar for Christy Rojas

Christy Rojas

Emergency Management Director, Volunteer Florida
avatar for Diana Rothe-Smith

Diana Rothe-Smith

Program Manager, Innovative Emergency Management
Diana Rothe-Smith has been applying a whole community approach to disaster for nearly twenty years—at the local, state, and national levels-- in government, nonprofit, and private sectors. She is IEM’s Program Manager for Disaster Case Management. She was the FEMA Acting Section... Read More →
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Drew Winters

Vice President of Emergency Management, Indelible Business Solutions, Inc.
Indelible Solutions Vice President of Emergency Management, Drew Winters, is an exceptional leader in emergency management across the public and private sectors with nearly 20 years of industry experience. With a specialization in disaster recovery, government regulatory compliance... Read More →
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Joe Woody

Emergency Management Specialist, US Department of Agriculture
Joe Woody has served as Emergency Management Specialist for USDA Rural Development since 2020.  He started with the agency over 32 years ago.  As an USDA Advisor to FEMA during disasters, he has covered seven disasters over the past 12 months.  Working with FEMA and USDA staff... Read More →

Monday August 28, 2023 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Salon 13/14
  Day 1- Forums- 10am

12:15pm EDT

Lunch- State of the State, Celebration of Live Local, Housing Champion Awards
The Florida Housing Coalition presents the Housing Champion Award to:
  • Senator Kathleen Passidomo
  • Senator Alexis Calatayud
  • Representative Demi Busatta Cabrera
  • Representative Paul Renner
Speakers
avatar for Ryan Benson

Ryan Benson

Board Member, Florida Housing Finance Corporation
Ryan Benson is the Co-Owner of AVA Builders of Naples, a luxury residential contractor. In addition to serving as Vice Chairman of the Board of Florida Housing, he also serves as Secretary of the Board of the Florida Home Builders Association, and as a director of the National Association... Read More →
avatar for Ken Pruitt

Ken Pruitt

Founder, The P5 Group, LLC
Ken Pruitt is Founder and President of The P5 Group, LLC, a governmental affairs firm based in Tallahassee, Florida.  The P5 Group provides client representation to local and state government. Ken Pruitt previously served in the Florida Legislature from 1990-2009, and has a wide... Read More →

Monday August 28, 2023 12:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Grand Ballroom
  Lunch, Keynote

2:15pm EDT

Housing Expo
Monday August 28, 2023 2:15pm - 5:00pm EDT
Salon 9/10
  Housing Expo

3:00pm EDT

Facing Challenges with Innovation for a Resilient Energy Future Forum
The United States Inflation Reduction Act, which was signed into law in August 2022, is poised to cut energy costs, create good jobs, and transform climate action in the United States. The act includes $369 billion in clean energy and climate investments that will unlock unprecedented opportunity for local governments seeking to accelerate their own climate and energy commitments. The Inflation Reduction Act includes direct savings for households to make crucial, cost-saving energy efficiency improvements to their home. Tax credits will be available as soon as 2023 for energy efficient home improvements such as heat pumps and solar panels. This forum will focus on the opportunities and funding through the Inflation Reduction Act and state funding for energy efficiency and resiliency. Panelists will also discuss the challenges and best practices for incorporating energy efficiency, resiliency and other innovations into housing programs.
Speakers
avatar for Melvin Philpot

Melvin Philpot

Program Development Coordinator, Duke Energy
MELVIN is a Products & Services Manager for Duke Energy in Lake Mary Florida. He has been employed with the company for 40 years. He is currently the Program Manager for the nationally renowned Neighborhood Energy Saver Program. He is very passionate about community development and... Read More →
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Kyle Abney

Florida Green Building Coalition
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Alex Cuevas

Manager, Energy Management Services, Tampa Electric
Alex Cuevas. Business address is 702 North Franklin Street, Tampa, Florida 33602, Email: Ocuevas@tecoenergy.com, Phone# 813-810-6617. Alex is employed by Tampa Electric Company as Manager, Energy Management Services where he covers both residential and commercial conservation programs... Read More →
avatar for Brad Goar

Brad Goar

DSM Program Manager, Residential Energy Survey & Low Income Weatherization Programs, Florida Power & Light
Brad Goar serves as Program Manager for FPL’s Residential Conservation Services and Low Income Weatherization programs. Prior to his being a program manager, he was responsible for product marketing of FPL’s residential and business DSM programs. Prior to his joining FPL, Goar... Read More →
avatar for Mikle Gordon

Mikle Gordon

Supervisor Residential Energy Efficiency, Duke Energy
Mikle’s experience in the energy industry begun in 1990 in serving in various roles and have worked in the demand side management (DSM) field for 22 years. Mikle began his career with Florida Power a Progress Energy Company- Florida in 2001 as an Energy Efficiency Advisor, DSM Program... Read More →
avatar for Tony Morgan

Tony Morgan

Program Specialist, Florida Department of Economic Opportunity
Tony Morgan serves as the Deputy Director for the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services’ Office of Energy. The office is responsible for the development of energy policy and programs for the state as well as promoting the use of renewable energy and energy efficient... Read More →

Partners
avatar for Duke Energy

Monday August 28, 2023 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Salon 1/2
  Day 1- Forums- 3pm

3:00pm EDT

Philanthropy and Business Forum
Expanding access to housing that is affordable, decreasing the rate of cost burden, and supporting the local workforce with key services such as childcare and transportation options are top-of-mind issues in every community. The business community can play a key role in supporting affordable housing development, which when matched with child care and access to transit can be a powerful combination benefiting individual households and the build-up of local economies. In this session, leaders from the Florida Chamber of Commerce Foundation, The Children's Movement of Florida, philanthropic organizations throughout Florida, and other business leaders will share why stable housing crucial to the sustained economic growth of Florida. Panelists will also share models of public/private ventures, how businesses can invest in housing development through philanthropy, and support matching housing for the workforce with childcare.
Speakers
avatar for Kyle Baltuch

Kyle Baltuch

SVP, The Florida Chamber Foundation
Kyle Baltuch serves as the Senior Vice President of Economic Opportunity and Early Learning for the Florida Chamber Foundation. In his role, Kyle runs the Foundations Prosperity Project, Business Alliance for Early Learning, and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Project, all of which... Read More →
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James Coggin

Senior Director, Community Foundation for Northeast Florida
James Coggin is the Senior Director for Grantmaking and Impact Investing for the Community Foundation for Northeast Florida, Florida’s oldest and largest community foundation with more than $630 million in peak assets and more than $57 million in grants in 2022. In this role, he... Read More →
avatar for Mike George

Mike George

President, Bezos Academy
Mike has spent his career building and leading innovative businesses and services that change how we shop, live, and work. Mike spent more than 20 years at Amazon, where he led customer-loved businesses, including the Echo, Alexa, and Appstore. Earlier in his career, Mike spent over... Read More →
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LaShunda Gonzalez

LaShunda.Gonzalez@McCormackBaron.com>;
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Madeleine Thakur

President/CEO, The Children’s Movement of Florida
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Jon Thaxton

Senior VP, Community Investment, Gulf Coast Community Foundation
Jon Thaxton creates and implements Gulf Coast Community Foundation’s key strategies for transforming our region’s nonprofit community and provides leadership on emerging issues. Jon joined Gulf Coast in 2012 as director of community investment while completing his 12th year of... Read More →
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Kate Wilson

Senior Vice President, Community Affairs Manager, Wells Fargo
Kate Wilson is the senior vice president of Community Relations for Wells Fargo in Florida. She directs the company's social impact initiatives, strategic philanthropy, and employee engagement, working closely with other market leaders to influence positive outcomes and solutions... Read More →

Baltuch Florida Housing Coalition Powerpoint pdf
Monday August 28, 2023 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Executive Ballroom H
  Day 1- Forums- 3pm

3:00pm EDT

Preservation Forum: Planning for Permanent Affordability
The Shimberg Center for Housing Studies reports that over 95,000 units of assisted rental units have come into the Florida market since the year 2000. However, in the same time period nearly 60,000 units of assisted rental units in Florida have turned into market rate housing due to expiring land use restriction agreements, and over 60,000 additional existing affordable housing units will likely exit the rolls over the next 30 years. In other words, we can't build our way out of the affordable housing deficit unless we require long term or permanent affordability for all the units that receive government subsidy to make those units affordable.
This forum will present permanent and long-term affordability as a key policy and program response to expanding access to sorely needed affordable rental housing, which also increases housing stability, particularly for Florida's low-income workforce. Presenters will discuss the role of mission-based organizations in tax credit partnerships and how this is encouraged through the Live Local Act, and share examples of state and local programs successfully implementing permanent affordability. Experts will also discuss the value of 99-year ground leases to ensure affordability and the implications of affordable rental housing as a permanent community asset in the context of community development and the provision of resident services for the benefit of the residents as well as the business community.
Speakers
avatar for Ed Busansky

Ed Busansky

Senior Vice President, First Housing Development Corporation of Florida
Ed Busansky has more than 20 years of real estate expertise including both market rate and affordable multifamily housing transactions. He has worked for Citibank, GMAC, and the Community Development Group of Bank of America. Currently, he is a Senior Vice President with First Housing... Read More →
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Bill Aldinger

Managing Director of Policy and Special Programs, Florida Housing Finance Corporation
Bill Aldinger is the Managing Director of Policy and Special Programs for the Florida Housing Finance Corporation and is on his 17th year at Florida Housing.  Bill has nearly forty years’ experience working on behalf of children, families, elders and persons with special needs... Read More →
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Felicia Dawson

Vice President, Strategic Partnerships, Preservation of Affordable Housing, Inc. (POAH)
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Dan Emmanuel

Senior Research Analyst, National Low Income Housing Coalition
Dan Emmanuel is a Senior Research Analyst at the National Low Income Housing Coalition (NLIHC) and has worked there since 2013. Aside from NLIHC’s annual reports on housing needs, much of Dan’s work centers on the National Housing Preservation Database (NHPD). Dan’s most recent... Read More →
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Christina Rieck Loukas

Shareholder, Winthrop & Weinstine, PA
Christina Rieck Loukas, shareholder at Winthrop & Weinstine, practices in real estate & construction litigation, with a focus on working with clients to resolve the unique issues that can arise in connection with low-income housing tax credit developments.  Christina regularly advises... Read More →
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Quin Seiler

Shareholder, Winthrop & Weinstine, PA
Quin Seiler, shareholder at Winthrop & Weinstine, is a litigation attorney who practices real estate and construction law, representing real estate developers, including non-profit and for-profit developers, as well others in the affordable housing industry.  As part of her practice... Read More →
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Vince Wang

Assistant Professor, University of Washington
Vince Wang, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor in the Runstad Department of Real Estate at the University of Washington and Research Fellow of Grounded Solutions Network, a national nonprofit organization promoting permanently affordable housing. Vince joined the University of Washington... Read More →

Loukas What You Should Know About Year 15 pdf
Wang Vince Dan FHC2023 Slides update pdf
Dawson Felicia FHC 2023 pdf
Monday August 28, 2023 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Executive Ballroom I
  Day 1- Forums- 3pm

3:00pm EDT

Florida Realtors Caucus
Are you a member of the Florida Realtors? If so, this caucus is for you! In this caucus, Realtors will discuss trending topics critical to attainable workforce housing. This caucus will provide real estate professionals with the opportunity for input on housing issues in their respective areas.  
Monday August 28, 2023 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Salon 7/8
  Day 1- Forums/Caucus- 3pm

3:00pm EDT

Habitat for Humanity Caucus
Monday August 28, 2023 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Salon 11/12
  Day 1- Forums/Caucus- 3pm

3:00pm EDT

Housing Counselors Caucus
Monday August 28, 2023 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Salon 5/6
  Day 1- Forums/Caucus- 3pm

6:00pm EDT

Reception
Gather to enjoy friends, colleagues, food, beverages, and music. Your conference name badge, included in your welcome package, is your ticket into the reception. Purchase additional tickets at the FHC Registration Desk. Each conference participant will receive a drink ticket in their conference notebooks; cash bars will also be open throughout the area.
Monday August 28, 2023 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Junior Ballroom
  Reception
 
Tuesday, August 29
 

7:30am EDT

Continental Breakfast and Networking
Tuesday August 29, 2023 7:30am - 9:00am EDT
Salon 9/10
  Breakfast

7:30am EDT

Housing Expo
Tuesday August 29, 2023 7:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Salon 9/10
  Housing Expo

9:00am EDT

Best Practices for Surplus Lands
Using publicly-owned land is one of the most impactful tools the public sector has to provide and produce affordable housing. The recently-passed Live Local Act recognizes the importance of publicly-owned land, requiring the coordination of local governments and dependent agencies in maximizing this resource. This workshop will explore best practices for identifying and disposing of publicly-owned land for affordable housing, including layering additional resources for heightened impact, promoting permanent or long-term affordability and incorporating supplier diversity.
Speakers
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Matthew Wyman

Technical Advisor, Florida Housing Coalition., Inc.
MATTHEW WYMAN is the Community Land Trust Institute (CLTI) Manager for the Florida Housing Coalition and is an award-winning operational efficiency expert and permanent affordability advocate. Matthew previously served the citizens of Leon County, Florida as Housing Services Manager... Read More →
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Alex Ballina

Director, Miami Dade Public Housing & Community Development (PHCD), Miami Dade County
Mr. Ballina has more than 25 years of experience in the administration of institutional grade multifamily properties, U.S. HUD Housing operations and economic development programs. Throughout his career, he has administered over $3.5 billion in assets and managed programs for over... Read More →
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Kayon Henderson

Housing and Community Development Director, City of Tampa
Kayon Henderson currently serves as the City of Tampa’s Housing and Community Development Director. Kayon began her housing career in 2008 overseeing the HOPWA (Housing Opportunities for Persons With AIDS) voucher program and Housing Choice Vouchers. In 2013, Ms. Henderson joined... Read More →
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Robert Ownby

Neighborhood Property Administrator, City of Jacksonville
Native of Florida, Robert Ownby spent the first 10 years of his career working for a nonprofit organization providing affordable housing in Jacksonville’s urban core. In 2017, Robert transitioned to work for the City of Jacksonville. As the Housing Property Administrator, Robert... Read More →

Best Practices for Surplus Land Workshop pdf
Tuesday August 29, 2023 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
Salon 5/6
  Day 2- Sessions- 9am

9:00am EDT

CDFIs and Investment Funds: Who Are They and What Do They Do?
The strategic deployment of capital for the construction of homeownership and rental developments to increase housing production in underserved communities is helping to bridge the investment gap across Florida.  Prioritizing communities that otherwise lack access to lending resources for both developers and homebuyers alike requires more creative financing opportunities, especially to support increasing construction costs.  
Beyond the CRA requirements, CDFIs are applying their financing instruments to enhance programmatic initiatives and assist Black developers and those working in underserved communities. Foundations are providing more flexible funding to support local housing initiatives, and nonprofit and for profits alike are infusing capital into complex development projects that require uniquely structured financing. This session will spotlight CDFIs and investment funds that use creative methods to deploy funds in a localized and strategic way for the greatest impact to the community and its residents.
Speakers
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George Romagnoli

Senior Vice President, Neighborhood Lending Partners, Inc
George, a seasoned professional in community development and leadership, is the Senior Vice President of Neighborhood Lending Partners, a prominent CDFI. His commitment to equitable growth is evident throughout his career, which began as a Housing Planner in Largo and evolved into... Read More →
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Duanne Andrade

Executive Director, Solar and Energy Loan Fund (SELF)
Maria Duanne Andrade is the Executive Director of the Solar and Energy Loan Fund. Duanne co-led SELF for 10 years as the Chief Financial and Strategic Officer before assuming her role as Executive Director. In that capacity she was responsible for raising $40 million in grants and... Read More →
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Tiffany Durr

Senior Director, Fund Investments, LISC
Since 2020, Tiffany Durr has overseen the origination strategy for LISC Fund Management, a national impact investment platform and registered investment advisor. Launched in 2018, LFM manages $885 million in private investment funds focused on racial equity and affordable housing... Read More →
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Dwayne Rankin

Community Development Loan Officer, Florida Community Loan Fund, Inc.
Dwayne Rankin, Community Development Loan Officer for Florida Community Loan Fund, underwrites community and economic development loans for FCLF’s commercial loan programs and provides technical assistance to borrowers throughout Tampa, West, and Southwest Florida. Mr. Rankin brings... Read More →

Durr FHC Presentation What are Investment Funds pdf
Romagnoli coalition ppt 2 pdf
Rankin 2022 08 29 FHC CDFI session, FCLF DR final pdf
Andrade SELF DECK SAGE FHC.pptx Read Only pdf
Tuesday August 29, 2023 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
Salon 3/4
  Day 2- Sessions- 9am

9:00am EDT

CRAs and Affordable Housing
Many community redevelopment areas are Dependent Special Districts that must now evaluate their land for use for affordable housing according to the Live Local Act. However, Community Redevelopment Agencies (CRAs) have long been involved in housing development, recognizing the economic benefits and as one strategy to help prevent displacement as their efforts succeed. This workshop showcases the work of CRAs throughout the state in affordable housing development within redevelopment areas, including financial incentives and partnerships for permanent affordability.
Speakers
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Thais R Sullivan

SVP, National Director of Community Lending, Valley National Bank
Thais R. Sullivan joined Valley National Bank – Florida Division in September 2015, as the Vice President, Regional CRA/Commercial Lending Officer for the State of Florida.  In December 2018 she received a promotion to First Vice President.  In her role FVP/Regional CRA Officer... Read More →
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Michele Hylton-Terry

Executive Director, Fort Myers Community Redevelopment Agnency
Since 2018, Michele Hylton-Terry, has led the Community Redevelopment Agency for the City of Fort Myers. As Executive Director, Ms. Hylton-Terry along with her assembled staff has focused CRA resources to promote and stimulate unprecedented revitalization not only in the city’s... Read More →
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Renée Jadusingh

Executive Director, Delray Beach CRA
Renée A. Jadusingh is currently serving as the Executive Director of the Delray Beach Community Redevelopment Agency. Prior to working with the Delray Beach CRA, Renée was Staff Counsel for the Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency. Renée received her Juris... Read More →
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Joan Oliva

Executive Director, Lake Worth Beach CRA

Hylton Terry Affordable Housing Presentation Florida Housing pdf
Tuesday August 29, 2023 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
Salon 1/2
  Day 2- Sessions- 9am

9:00am EDT

FHFC and Live Local
In addition to record funding, the Live Local Act tasks Florida Housing Finance Corporation with implementing or assisting in the implementation of several new programs, including the Live Local Corporate Tax Credit Program and the Multifamily Middle Market Certification. In this workshop, Florida Housing staff will provide the latest information on how these programs on other aspects of Florida Housing's expanded role will be operationalized.
Speakers
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Mark Hendrickson

President, The Hendrickson Company
Since 1994 Mr. Hendrickson has been President of The Hendrickson Company, which assists clients in all areas of affordable housing, including finance, economic research, and legislative issues. Clients include multiple local Housing Finance Authorities, rental housing developers... Read More →
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Marisa Button

Director of Multifamily Allocations, Florida Housing Finance Corporation
MARISA BUTTON was named the Managing Director of Multifamily Programs for Florida Housing Finance Corporation in 2019. She is responsible for the oversight of the rule development, allocations, underwriting, closing, and cost certification processes for the Low-Income Housing Tax... Read More →

Button Final PP for FHC Presentation pdf
Tuesday August 29, 2023 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
Executive Ballroom H
  Day 2- Sessions- 9am

9:00am EDT

Hazards and Housing Mitigation
Identifying projects and funding resources to mitigate affordable housing is crucial. Assisted multi-family properties are eligible to apply to Florida DEM Hazard Mitigation Grant Program but are left out because of lack of staff coordination. This session will provide an overview of the HGMP funding, define process for working with the County Local Mitigation Strategy (LMS) workgroup to define priority projects to submit for funding consideration. Experts will share insights and best practices from Enterprise Community Partners programs, discuss steps for improving coordination and examples of mitigation strategies for housing.
Speakers
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Gladys Cook

Board Chair, Florida Housing Coalition
GLADYS COOK is the former Resilience and Recovery Director for the Florida Housing Coalition. As a planner, Gladys has provided research and analysis skills in the formation of disaster recovery strategies for the equitable redevelopment of housing.  Gladys is a strong proponent... Read More →
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Michael Chaney

Technical Advisor, Florida Housing Coalition., Inc.
MICHAEL CHANEY is a Technical Advisor for the Florida Housing Coalition and manages training and assistance for the statewide network of 119 SHIP program offices. Michael’s work focuses on housing program administration, enhancing rehabilitation strategies, income eligibility, and... Read More →
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Sara Haas

Senior Program DIrector, Enterprise Community Partners, Inc.
Sara Haas is Senior Director of the Enterprise Community Partners Southeast Market and National Preservation Next Program. At Enterprise, Sara leads affordable housing preservation programming in Miami and Atlanta, Keep Safe Florida , and the National Preservation Next program. Prior... Read More →
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Kristin Lentz

Mitigation Planning Unit Manager, Florida Division of Emergency Management
Kristin Lentz is an emergency management professional, with a specialized interest in hazard mitigation and planning. Kristin is currently with the Florida Division of Emergency as the Mitigation Planning Unit Manager. In this role she oversees the Planning Unit, manages the review... Read More →

Tuesday August 29, 2023 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
Salon 7/8
  Day 2- Sessions- 9am

9:00am EDT

Heirs Property and Legacy Neighborhoods
This workshop showcases the work of LISC Jacksonville using a fine point on researching and addressing the effects of heirs property and potential solutions to decrease land loss.   The panel will also provide an update on the progress of  Project Boots. LISC Jacksonville launched “Project Boots,” to guide five local residents on their path toward homeownership in Jacksonville’s Historic Eastside neighborhood. Project Boots provides down payment assistance and a homeownership training curriculum to the five participants over the course of 12 months. Upon successful completion of the program, the five participants – all of whom are Jacksonville natives – will be able to purchase and build a new home on existing vacant lots in Historic Eastside.  This could be a replicable model for your community.
Speakers
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Kody Glazer

Legal Director, Florida Housing Coalition., Inc.
KODY GLAZER is Legal and Policy Director of the Florida Housing Coalition with expertise in land use law, affordable housing planning and development, and policy implementation. Kody provides technical and legal assistance to local governments, community-based organizations, and policymakers... Read More →
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Irvin Cohen

Executive Director, LISC Jacksonville
Dr. Irvin PeDro Cohen is the Executive Director of LISC (Local Initiatives Support Corporation) Jacksonville.  Dr. Cohen is a Jacksonville, FL native and he received his bachelor's degree in Sociology from the University of North Florida, an MBA in Marketing from Pfeiffer University... Read More →
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Tequisha Myles

Supervising Attorney, Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County, Inc.
Tequisha Myles is a graduate of University of South Florida with a B.A. in Political Science, and received her Juris Doctor degree from Florida State University College of Law in May 2003.  After graduation, Tequisha went to work for Florida Rural Legal Services as a staff attorney... Read More →
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Kristopher Smith

Community Development Officer, LISC Jacksonville
As a Community Development Program Officer, Smith co-leads LISC Jacksonville Family Wealth Creation and its efforts to advance economic growth in urban core neighborhoods. Kristopher brings nearly 20 years of experience in community engagement and development, grantmaking and capacity... Read More →

Glazer Heirs Property pdf
Tuesday August 29, 2023 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
Executive Ballroom I
  Day 2- Sessions- 9am

9:00am EDT

Seniors and Housing Security- CANCELLED
Florida's elder population, including the frail elderly, are increasingly housing insecure as seniors with limited incomes are increasingly priced out of the rental market. In this session, representatives from AARP and Leading Age Florida will describe the scope of the crisis in Florida and how solutions such as accessory dwelling units, tiny homes along with traditional rental development combined with supportive services seniors will help our seniors retain housing and age in place.
Speakers
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Armando Fana

Director, Housing and Community Development, City of West Palm Beach
Armando Fana is Assistant City Administrator with the City of West Palm Beach. His experience with housing and social service issues in South Florida span over 15 years.  During his tenure as a Program Manager for the Broward County Workforce Development Board he played an important... Read More →
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Steve Bahmer

President/CEO, LeadingAge Florida
Steve Bahmer is President and CEO of LeadingAge Florida, the state’s leading advocate for high quality senior living.In addition to his leadership at LeadingAge Florida, Mr. Bahmer serves the LeadingAge national organization as the Convener of the State Executives Forum and as a... Read More →
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Laura Cantwell

Associate State Director of Advocacy and Outreach, AARP Florida

Bahmer LeadingAge Florida Housing Security pdf
Tuesday August 29, 2023 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
Salon 11/12
  Day 2- Sessions- 9am

10:15am EDT

Housing Expo - Refreshment - Break
Tuesday August 29, 2023 10:15am - 10:45am EDT
Salon 9/10
  Housing Expo

10:45am EDT

Bankers Can Be Your Best Partners
This annual workshop never repeats presentations from past years; new and engaging information is provided each year. Florida's largest bankers will tell you what you need to know to access their project financing, grant funding, as well as resources that may be in-kind.  Bankers really are your best partners, from supporting partnerships with nonprofits, helping to build capacity,and providing down payment assistance programs aimed at reducing barriers to homeownership. Attendees will hear directly from the bankers themselves and will leave knowing how to engage with each bank to move mission-based work forward.
Speakers
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Marilyn Drayton

Senior Vice President, Community Relations Senior Manager (FL,AL,GA,MS,TN) Social Impact and Sustainability, Wells Fargo
Marilyn Drayton is Senior Vice President and Community Relations Senior Manager, leading all community relations efforts for Wells Fargo’s Florida and Southeast regions, including Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee and Mississippi. In her role, she manages the company’s community relations... Read More →
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Tammy Haylock-Moore

Vice President, JP Morgan Chase
Tammy Haylock-Moore is a Managing Director and Senior Commercial Banker in Community Development Banking at JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA, a national leader in providing financial solutions that support the growth of affordable housing, workforce housing and revitalization of low- and moderate-income... Read More →
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Sandra Juliachs

Market Executive Broward County, Bank of America
Sandra Juliachs is the Senior Vice President, Fort Lauderdale Market Executive at Bank of AmericaIn this role, Sandra is responsible for leading the Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) strategies in Broward County for Bank of America.Sandra has over 35 years of experience in... Read More →
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Monclaude Nestor

Relationship Manager, PNC
Monclaude Nestor is a Vice President in PNC Bank's Community Development Banking group, covering the state of Florida. He originates, structures and advises on requests for commercial loans and investments in projects supporting affordable and workforce housing, the revitalization... Read More →
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Hugh Rowden

SVP, Director, Mortgage Community & Affordable Lending, Truist
Hugh Rowden is a Senior Vice President for Truist Financial Corporation. He oversees Mortgage Originations Community & Affordable Lending as the Director. His team creates and executes a program that drives growth, retention, and customer experience strategies with innovative approaches... Read More →

Tuesday August 29, 2023 10:45am - 12:00pm EDT
Executive Ballroom I
  Day 2- Sessions- 10:45am

10:45am EDT

Captivating Community Engagement
Meaningful community engagement is the lynchpin for equitable planning outcomes.  There are many best practices to consider when conducting outreach to neighbors and stakeholders.  There is no one model for effective engagement but there are standard principles to consider such as establishing relationships, building trust, offering transparency, and promoting open and equitable participation. In this session learn about implementing engagement strategies that address the shift in social behavior post pandemic and participate in an interactive presentation demonstrating innovative methods of engagement that can be used both on-site and virtually.
Speakers
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Carter Burton

Director of Housing and Community Development, Florida Housing Coalition., Inc.
CARTER BURTON is the Director of Housing and Community Development for the Florida Housing Coalition. Carter’s expertise is in HUD housing and community development programs, including CDBG, HOME, and ESG, and developing Consolidated Plans, Annual Action Plans, Analysis of Impediments... Read More →
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Dayna Lazarus

Technical Advisor, Florida Housing Coalition., Inc.
Dayna Lazarus is a Technical Advisor for the Florida Housing Coalition. Dayna has over a decade of experience in community organizing and a Master's in Urban and Regional Planning from USF. At USF, she won several professional and academic fellowships and scholarships, earned graduate... Read More →

Carter Capitvating Community Engagement 2023 Conference Session pdf
Tuesday August 29, 2023 10:45am - 12:00pm EDT
Salon 7/8
  Day 2- Sessions- 10:45am

10:45am EDT

Everything You Need to Know About Affordable Housing Programs of the FHLBank Atlanta
Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta will share information about its Affordable Housing Program, including the funds available for down-payment assistance and the funds available for development of multifamily and single-family affordable housing. Other FHLBank Atlanta initiatives and programs related to affordable housing and community development that local governments can utilize to solve issues in their communities will also be discussed.
Speakers
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Robert Von

President, Meridian Appraisal Group, Inc.
Robert Von is the President of Meridian Appraisal Group, Inc. (formerly Realvest Appraisal Services). Prior to joining Meridian Appraisal Group, Robert was commercial manager at Pardue, Heid, Church, Smith & Waller, Inc., a Review Appraiser for Barnett Bank, and a Senior Review Appraiser... Read More →
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Shadonte Butler

Community Investment Business Development Mgr, Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta
As Community Investment Relationship Manager, ShaDonte Butler focuses on cultivating and expanding the Bank’s customer relationships and driving new business to the Bank through its Community Investment Products.Prior to joining the Bank in May of 2009 as Business and Relationship... Read More →
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Catherine Sterba

Strategic Risk and Operations Officer | CRA Officer, Seaside National Bank & Trust
As Strategic Initiatives Manager, Catherine Sterba coordinates efforts in the Community Investment Services department related to execution of goals incorporated in the Bank’s Targeted Community Lending Plan. Prior to joining the Bank in March of 2021, Ms. Sterba worked in a variety... Read More →

Sterba 2023 Florida Housing Coalition Conference CorpComm Edits Final pdf
Tuesday August 29, 2023 10:45am - 12:00pm EDT
Salon 1/2
  Day 2- Sessions- 10:45am

10:45am EDT

Housing Tax Credits 101
Low Income Housing Tax Credits, recognized as LIHTC or “The Housing Credit” program, is an essential component of affordable housing development and preservation of existing units.  In Florida, LIHTC is the largest source of funding for rental development in the state, with a total 2023 Competitive Housing Credit allocation of $57.5 million.  If you are interested in understanding how Florida’s Housing Credit program works, this session will offer a comprehensive overview including sources and uses, partnerships with nonprofits and important elements to creating a joint venture. Panelists will share their knowledge from the application through credit underwriting, construction, and stabilization.   Hear from successful tax credit developers, real estate attorneys, and advisors in this session to learn from their own experiences with the Housing Tax Credit program.
Speakers
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Jeff Kiss

Member, Banyan Development Group, LLC
Principal of Banyan Development Group, LLC, a multifamily, affordable housing developer based in Orlando. Also, the Owner/President of Kiss & Company, Inc., a consulting firm to over 60 Florida rental communities using LIHTC, Bonds, SAIL, SHIP, HOME and similar funding sources.
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Nuryllen (Nury) Aguasvivas

Associate, Nixon Peabody LLP
Nuryllen (Nury) Aguasvivas works with clients to leverage tax credits to finance housing and community development projects. She focuses her practice on real estate transactions involving federal low-income housing tax credits and other benefits. She represents investors and syndicators... Read More →
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David Mantilla

Manager, Novogradac & Company, LLP
David Mantilla is a manager in the metro Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., office of Novogradac and joined the firm in 2016. Mr. Mantilla has experience with clients in many industries, including low-income housing tax credits (LIHTCs), renewable energy tax credits, real estate, manufacturing... Read More →
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Mitchell Rosenstein

Green Mills Group, LLC
Mitch Rosenstein is a principal and co-founder of Green Mills Group, a real estate development firm focused on affordable housing and community development.Since the company’s 2011 founding, Green Mills completed eleven housing communities and is developing five more. The firm’s... Read More →

Aguasvivas Florida Housing Coalition LIHTC 101 pdf
Tuesday August 29, 2023 10:45am - 12:00pm EDT
Salon 3/4
  Day 2- Sessions- 10:45am

10:45am EDT

Live Local - Affordability Near Transit
Locating affordable and diverse housing options near amenities such as transit is a long-standing best practice. This session will provide insights from recent transit corridor and transit-oriented development efforts around the state incorporating affordable and missing middle housing. Discussion will include how the Live Local Act (2023) and additional provisions adopted in HB 1339 (2020) may further these efforts.
Speakers
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Stephen Bender

Program Director, UF CityLab-Orlando, University of Florida
Stephen Bender is Instructional Associate Professor at University of Florida Citylab-Orlando, where he teaches graduate architecture with a focus on revitalizing neighborhoods through design. As a program with an emphasis on urbanism, especially concerning Florida cities, Citylab... Read More →
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Whit Blanton

President, APA Florida
Whit Blanton is the executive director of Forward Pinellas, a public agency responsible for countywide planning, integrating use and transportation, and setting priorities for state and federal transportation funding. Hired in 2015 upon the merger of the Pinellas County Metropolitan... Read More →
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Anthony De Yurre

Partner, Bilzin Sumberg
Anthony De Yurre is a Partner in Bilzin Sumberg's Land Development & Government Relations Group. His practice focuses on the representation of real estate developers and investors in complex land use and zoning matters with a focus on transit oriented development, large scale mixed-use... Read More →
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Nathan Kogon

Assistant Director of the Regulatory and Economic Resources for Development Services, Miami-Dade County
Nathan Kogon is the Assistant Director of the Economic and Regulatory Resources Department for Development Services and has been with the County since 2014. In this capacity, he is responsible for all matters relating to zoning administration, subdivision control and zoning policy... Read More →
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Danicka Ransom

Assistant Director, Osceola County
Danicka Ransom has been working within Housing and Community Development Programs for the past 17 years and has over 23 years of local government experience. In her current role as Assistant Housing & Community Services Director for Osceola County she is responsible for the day-to-day... Read More →

Ransom FHC Osceola County pdf
Blanton Live Local Affordability Near Transit pdf
kogon TOD policy , Aug 29th pdf
Tuesday August 29, 2023 10:45am - 12:00pm EDT
Executive Ballroom H
  Day 2- Sessions- 10:45am

10:45am EDT

Re-Entry Housing Solutions
Florida has the 3rd largest prison population in America. Annually, just under 30,000 citizens return to communities from incarceration - without a place to call home. While there are many subpopulations of persons experiencing homelessness, citizens returning to communities from incarceration are among our country's most vulnerable due to high barriers to attaining housing which then causes a higher risk of recidivism into the justice system. Not only does access to affordable housing improves the quality of someone’s life, it also makes our communities stronger and more resilient. Making housing options available to those reentering our communities also improves outcomes related to education, physical, cognitive, and behavioral health, and offers safer more fulfilling lives for all. Learn more about how reentry initiatives are utilizing master leasing, roommate matching and various dwelling types to help those needing to find home again.
Speakers
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Chuck Elsesser

Attorney, Community Justice Project Inc
Charles Elsesser has a lengthy history of advocacy for the poor and marginalized. From 1972 to 1984, he worked as an attorney for California Rural Legal Assistance and later for Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles. In 1986 he became the Director of Litigation at Legal Aid Foundation... Read More →
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Michael Neal

Senior Research Associate, Urban Institute
Michael is a principal research associate and equity scholar at the Urban Institute. His research focuses on the intersection of housing, wealth and racial equity. His educational background includes study at Morehouse College and at the University of Pennsylvania. He has also studied... Read More →
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Reggie Fullwood

President & CEO, Operation New Hope
Reggie Fullwood is the President and CEO of Operation New Hope. In this role, he manages the day-to-day operations of the organization and its programs.  He previously served as the Chief Operations Officer and Program Director for the agency’s nationally recognized Ready4Work... Read More →

Reentry Housing Solutions Combined Deck pdf
Tuesday August 29, 2023 10:45am - 12:00pm EDT
Salon 11/12
  Day 2- Sessions- 10:45am

10:45am EDT

Resilience of Long-Term Affordability
Interest in using surplus, publicly owned land to produce permanently affordable housing via Community Land Trusts (CLTs) is growing rapidly in Florida. For the past decade, the Florida Housing Coalition's CLT Institute has partnered with or supported the establishment of many CLTs. In 2023, the Coalition is defining new best practices for assessing parcels and sites. The South Florida CLT was among the first CLTs to conduct a multi-level vulnerability assessment to evaluate prospective land. This session provides an overview of new integrated planning strategies and resources that the Coalition is developing with support from Fannie Mae to help non-profits and local governments support permanently affordable housing that will be resilient for the next 100 years.
Speakers
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Shekeria Brown

Vice President, Corporate Responsibility, JPMorgan Chase
Shekeria Brown serves as the Southeast Community Engagement Regional Director for JPMorgan Chase Corporate Responsibility. She fosters relationships with nonprofit organizations and other community stakeholders, to advance the removal of barriers to economic opportunity and drive... Read More →
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Sidra Goldwater

Disaster Specialist, Fannie Mae
Sidra Goldwater is an Advisor with Fannie Mae’s Disaster Recovery & Rebuilding team supporting Fannie Mae’s Single Family and Multifamily response to natural disasters. Sidra is also responsible for Fannie Mae’s Duty to Serve Shared Equity objectives. Prior to joining the Disaster... Read More →
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Mandy Bartle

Executive Director, South Florida CLT
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CJ Reynolds

Director Resilience & Disaster Recovert, Florida Housing Coalition., Inc.
CJ Reynolds is the Director of Resilience and Disaster Recovery for the Florida Housing Coalition. Most recently, C.J. served as the Director of Resiliency and Engagement at the Tampa Bay Regional Planning for nearly four years and led the Regional Resilience Coalition which includes... Read More →
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Matthew Wyman

Technical Advisor, Florida Housing Coalition., Inc.
MATTHEW WYMAN is the Community Land Trust Institute (CLTI) Manager for the Florida Housing Coalition and is an award-winning operational efficiency expert and permanent affordability advocate. Matthew previously served the citizens of Leon County, Florida as Housing Services Manager... Read More →

Tuesday August 29, 2023 10:45am - 12:00pm EDT
Salon 5/6
  Day 2- Sessions- 10:45am

12:15pm EDT

Lunch- Keynote Address, PNC Nonprofit Raffle, FHC Conference Raffle
Margaret Huang, an advocate for human rights and racial justice for nearly three decades, is the President and CEO of the Southern Poverty Law Center. The SPLC serves as a catalyst for racial justice in the U.S. South and beyond, working in partnership with communities to dismantle white supremacy, strengthen intersectional movements, and advance the human rights of all people. With offices in five states in the Deep South and Washington, DC, the SPLC works to eradicate poverty, reduce incarceration, protect voting rights, and combat white supremacy.

Throughout her career, Margaret has championed social justice and human dignity, advocating against discrimination and oppression in all of its forms. Prior to the Southern Poverty Law Center, Margaret served as the Executive Director of Amnesty International USA, where she was responsible for leading campaigns to protect the human rights of migrants and refugees, torture survivors, gun violence victims, and activists and protestors across the globe. Margaret has given testimony before the U.S. Congress, the United Nations human rights bodies, and the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights. She currently sits on the Boards of Directors for the Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, the National Women’s Law Center, and the Progressive Multiplier Fund. She is a 2003 ICAP Fellow and serves on the Advisory Committee American Studies for the Salzburg Global Seminar.

Margaret previously served as the Executive Director of the Rights Working Group, a coalition focused on protecting human rights and civil liberties of vulnerable communities in the post-September 11 era. Other experience includes working at Global Rights, the Robert F. Kennedy Center for Human Rights, The Asia Foundation, and the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee. Ms. Huang received a Master of International Affairs from Columbia University, and a B.S.F.S. from Georgetown University.
Speakers
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Stacy Spann

Head of Housing Access & Affordability, Wells Fargo
Stacy L. Spann is Head of Housing Access and Affordability Philanthropy for the Wells Fargo Foundation, one of the largest corporate foundations in the United States. As a member of Wells Fargo’s Philanthropy and Community Impact leadership team, Stacy leads strategies focused on... Read More →
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Margaret Huang

President/CEO, Southern Poverty Law Center
Margaret Huang, an advocate for human rights and racial justice for nearly three decades, is the President and CEO of the Southern Poverty Law Center. The SPLC serves as a catalyst for racial justice in the U.S. South and beyond, working in partnership with communities to dismantle... Read More →


Tuesday August 29, 2023 12:15pm - 1:45pm EDT
Grand Ballroom
  Lunch

2:00pm EDT

Building Scale: Increasing the Value and Impact of Permanent Affordability Programs
Permanent affordability through community land trusts and other models has the potential to increase a sustainable supply of affordable housing. Presenters will share their experiences of building the capacity of their community land trusts.
Speakers
avatar for Kathy Hazelwood

Kathy Hazelwood

Sr. Community Development Manager, Synovus
I am looking to partner with non-profits, municipalities, and others to provide banking services and offer volunteers to facilitate financial education classes, board and/or committee service.
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Evelyn Dobson

CEO, Delray Beach CLT
Evelyn S. Dobson – CEO/ Founder of the Delray Beach Community Land Trust (DBCLT).  Her commitment to the DBCLT began during her term as a Commissioner with the Delray Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (DBCRA), 2004.  Evelyn consistently demonstrates an exceptional ability to... Read More →
avatar for Karen Miller

Karen Miller

Executive Director, Tallahassee Lenders’ Consortium, Inc.
Karen is a native Floridian from of Orlando. She moved to Tallahassee in 2008. She has had a span of a 30-year career working with at risk youth and their families.  She is a graduate of the University of Central Florida with a B.A. in Criminal Justice and a Master's degree in Organizational... Read More →
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Cindee Lacourse-Blum

Executive Director, CLT of Palm Beach County, Inc.
As the founding Executive Director of the Community Land Trust of Palm Beach County, Inc, LaCourse-Blum has been responsible for project management and contract administration of over $12 million in Federal and State funds and for the development or redevelopment of 61 single family... Read More →
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Samuel Young

President/CEO, Pensacola Habitat For Humanity
Sam Young has shepherded a period of incredible growth for Pensacola Habitat for Humanity across all of its programs since being named President and CEO in 2020. His leadership has seen the affiliate more than double new home construction and vastly expand the Community Development... Read More →

Building Perm Aff Scale Workshop Slides pdf
Tuesday August 29, 2023 2:00pm - 3:15pm EDT
Salon 1/2
  Day 2- Sessions- 2pm

2:00pm EDT

Developing and Preserving Housing in Rural Communities
Rural communities work to address great housing needs with limited resources. The Live Local Act will increase funding to rural communities. This session will share examples of how rural communities can maximize this opportunity to expand and preserve housing in rural communities, including effective design and utilization of financial resources.
Speakers
avatar for Carmen D. Smith

Carmen D. Smith

Executive Director, Chipola Area Habitat for Humanity
Carmen D. Smith is the Executive Director of Chipola Area Habitat for Humanity, an affordable housing non-profit serving Jackson and Washington counties. The organization builds homes with the intention of increasing the area’s affordable housing supply while also working to eliminate... Read More →
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Steven Brown

Executive Director, Florida Non Profit Housing, Inc.
Steven Brown is the Executive Director of Florida, Non-Profit Housing, Inc., (FNPH), a Sebring based nonprofit that has been providing technical assistance and training to non-profit housing agencies in the Southeast Region of the United States since 1978. FNPH's activities are primarily... Read More →
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Lakeisha Hood Moise

State Director, USDA Rural Development
USDA Rural Development helps improve the quality of life in rural areas through over fifty programs. We offer financial assistance to help create jobs & support economic development & essential services.Contact: Lakeisha HoodEmail: lakeisha.hood@usda.govPhone: 352.338.3411... Read More →
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Steve Kirk

President, Rural Neighborhoods, Inc.
Steven Kirk is President of Rural Neighborhoods, a nonprofit housing and community development organization serving small Florida communities. Mr. Kirk, has developed more than $300M and 2,000 in affordable housing and community facilities throughout Florida. He is Duke University... Read More →
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Mackenzie Stagg

Assistant Research Professor, Auburn University Rural Studio
Mackenzie Stagg is an Assistant Research Professor in Auburn University’s School of Architecture and manages Rural Studio’s Front Porch Initiative. Established in 1993, Rural Studio gives architecture students a hands-on educational experience while assisting the underserved communities... Read More →

Brown Steven FNPH.Presentation.8.23.23 pdf
Tuesday August 29, 2023 2:00pm - 3:15pm EDT
Salon 3/4
  Day 2- Sessions- 2pm

2:00pm EDT

Innovations in Housing Production and Management
As the deficit of affordable housing has continued to increase, many are welcoming new methods to ease the divide between the supply and demand.  Developers, residents, and local governments are implementing solutions that result in a faster production rate of new housing units while achieving a reduction in costs.  These alternatives to traditional housing models include accessory dwelling units (ADUs), modifications to land development codes, new technology such as 3D printing, and container homes.  Creative strategies that reduce the total development cost by contracting HVAC appliances and services allowing the developer to shift costs from development to operations, reducing the total development cost to achieve financial feasibility.  This session will take the solution-focused approach to addressing challenges by implementing innovative approaches to housing development and management to inform attendees about examples that can be replicated across Florida.
Speakers
avatar for Stephen Bender

Stephen Bender

Program Director, UF CityLab-Orlando, University of Florida
Stephen Bender is Instructional Associate Professor at University of Florida Citylab-Orlando, where he teaches graduate architecture with a focus on revitalizing neighborhoods through design. As a program with an emphasis on urbanism, especially concerning Florida cities, Citylab... Read More →
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Leo Probo

Business Development Manager, Advantage Alliance
Leo Probo is a management sales professional where he has spent the past 12 years of his career in working alongside housing providers across the US.  Residing in Charlotte NC, Leo has been able to provide his family the comfort and support needed to make the transitional move from... Read More →
avatar for Anna Terry

Anna Terry

Executive Director, Space Coast Habitat for Humanity, Inc.
Anna has been with Space Coast Habitat in Brevard County since 2019 after “retiring” from a 40-year career in the fashion apparel industry.  She's an out of the box thinker and likes to leave things better and stronger than she found them.She is very proud to be leading Space... Read More →
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Craig Vanderlaan

Executive Director, Crisis Housing Solutions
Craig Vanderlaan is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Crisis Housing Solutions (CHS), a non-profit 501(c)(3) HUD Housing Counseling Agency.  CHS was founded as Adopt A Hurricane Family by Craig and his wife, Lisa, in response to the devastation wrought by Hurricanes Katrina... Read More →

Probo Leo's Florida Deck rev2.0d pdf
Tuesday August 29, 2023 2:00pm - 3:15pm EDT
Salon 5/6
  Day 2- Sessions- 2pm

2:00pm EDT

Live Local - The Planners Perspective (APA Florida panel)
The Live Local Act combines funding, land use strategies, tax incentives, and other tools to increase affordable housing, marking a new era in  the Florida Legislature's approach to this issue. This interactive workshop will focus on the Act's new land use tool for developments that set aside at least 40% of its housing as affordable in commercial, industrial, and mixed-use areas. Attendees will learn about and have the chance to discuss in break-out groups Live Local Act's implications for local land use planning, how communities can make the most of the Act to drive housing production, and what comes next for state and local affordable housing land use policy.
Speakers
avatar for Ali Ankudowich

Ali Ankudowich

Technical Advisor, Florida Housing Coalition., Inc.
Ali Ankudowich, AICP, is a Land Use and Planning Technical Advisor with the Florida Housing Coalition. Immediately prior to Ali’s employment with the Florida Housing Coalition, she served for six years as a Senior Planner in Community Planning & Design with Benesch Tampa office... Read More →
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Whit Blanton

President, APA Florida
Whit Blanton is the executive director of Forward Pinellas, a public agency responsible for countywide planning, integrating use and transportation, and setting priorities for state and federal transportation funding. Hired in 2015 upon the merger of the Pinellas County Metropolitan... Read More →
avatar for Lucie Ghioto

Lucie Ghioto

Director of Land Acquisition, Habitat for Humanity of Greater Orlando & Osceola County
Lucie has 20 years of experience in public and private planning, with a focus in planning policy, context-sensitive design, and redevelopment. She joined Habitat for Humanity Greater Orlando & Osceola in 2018, and oversees the Affiliate's land development, new construction and repair... Read More →
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Catherine Hartley

Community Planning Director, Tindale Oliver
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Melissa Ward

Planning and Development Consultant, Dunlap & Shipman, P.A.
Melissa I. Ward is a certified planner with 20 years of experience in the public and private sectors. She focuses her work towards the provision and advocacy of affordable and attainable housing by guiding applications/permits through processes to expedite development/construction... Read More →

Tuesday August 29, 2023 2:00pm - 3:15pm EDT
Executive Ballroom H
  Day 2- Sessions- 2pm

2:00pm EDT

Local Government Trust Funds in the Age of Live Local
Many communities created local government trust funds as a response to diminishing funding from federal sources and the state's housing trust fund. With record funding through the Live Local Act, this workshop will explore the ongoing role of local government trust funds and how they can be effectively utilized to maximize the impact of increased funding through the Live Local Act.
Speakers
avatar for Suzanne Cabrera

Suzanne Cabrera

President & CEO, Housing Leadership Council of Palm Beach County, Inc.
Ms. Cabrera’s professional volunteer roles include serving as chair of Florida Housing Coalition Board. Locally she has been a member and past chair of the Palm Beach County Commission on Affordable Housing, chair of the West Palm Beach Affordable Housing Committee, executive member... Read More →
avatar for Michael Puchalla

Michael Puchalla

Executive Director, HDC of SW Florida, Inc./HELP/Collier County CLT
Michael Puchalla serves as Executive Director of Housing Development Corporation of SW Florida, Inc., d/b/a HELP.  Mr. Puchalla joined the HUD-approved, non-profit counseling agency in January 2009, and took over as director in July of 2013.  In 2020, HELP launched the Collier County... Read More →
avatar for Carol Stricklin

Carol Stricklin

Director, Housing and Community Development Departmenth, Pinellas County
Ms. Stricklin directs the Pinellas County Housing and Community Department where she leads the Planning and Community Development Divisions.  The department's priorities include implementation of the Pinellas County Housing Compact and the County's Affordable Housing Development... Read More →
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Jack Weir

President, Eastwind Development, LLC

Tuesday August 29, 2023 2:00pm - 3:15pm EDT
Executive Ballroom I
  Day 2- Sessions- 2pm

2:00pm EDT

Reducing Heat Impacts to Affordable Housing and Residences- CANCELLED
Heat kills more people each year than other disasters, exacerbates storm impacts and low-income residents are disproportionately impacted. Leading communities in Florida are taking action to reduce the impacts of increased heat to their communities and housing.  Older and poorly insulated housing stock, new developments that lack of shade, and inefficient HVAC can contribute to increased internal temperatures and energy use. Implementing energy-efficiency programs, cooling retrofits, solar plus battery storage for post-disaster and other engineering improvements are proven to reduce high energy burdens, improve health, and housing affordability. In this session, experts from the Florida Clinicians for Climate Action will provide an overview of the health impacts on vulnerable populations; the International Center for Appropriate and Sustainable Technology (ICAST) will highlight major energy efficiency retrofits for LIHTC and HUD multifamily developers and FHC will provide recommendations for emergency cooling programs, post-disaster preparedness, and building organizational capacity. Attendees will leave with a plan for addressing heat in their organization.
Speakers
avatar for Susan Glickman

Susan Glickman

Policy & Program Consultant, Florida Clinicians for Climate Action
Named to Florida Trend’s Inaugural 500 Most Influential Business Leaders, Susan is Policy & Program Consultant to the Florida Clinicians for Climate Action - educating medical professionals on the health harms of climate change. She has worked with many NGOs such as Natural Resources... Read More →
avatar for Martin Derrow

Martin Derrow

Florida Clinicians for Climate Action
Martin Derrow, M.D. practiced Internal Medicine in Central Florida from 1986 until his retirement from active practice at the end of 2020. A graduate of The Ohio State University and The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Dr. Derrow held leadership positions with Physician... Read More →
avatar for Kelsey Johnson

Kelsey Johnson

Director of Customer Solutions, ICAST
For over 10 years, Kelsey Johnson has worked in the energy efficiency engineering sector, focusing on the multifamily affordable housing space. Prior to ICAST, Kelsey was a director at Partner ESI, where she worked closely with members of HUD, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac as they developed... Read More →
avatar for Lauren Thornberg

Lauren Thornberg

Technical Advisor, Florida Housing Coalition., Inc.
Lauren Thornberg is a Technical Advisor with the Florida Housing Coalition. Lauren has a Master's in Urban and Regional Planning from Florida State University, where she specialized in environmental planning and geographic information systems. Her primary academic focus is the intersection... Read More →

Tuesday August 29, 2023 2:00pm - 3:15pm EDT
Salon 7/8
  Day 2- Sessions- 2pm

2:00pm EDT

Solving Homelessness for Single Adults
Single adults make up the majority of the unsheltered population in any community. Learn about services and housing supports that uniquely address the needs of single adults experiencing homelessness. We will focus on Permanent Supportive Housing, the development of housing units for this population, and highlight some of the insights coming from the FHFC pilot projects geared towards single adults with homelessness histories and behavioral health needs.

Speakers
avatar for Manny Sarria

Manny Sarria

Asst. Executive Director, Miami Dade County Homeless Trust
Manny Sarria, is a FHC Board member. He is the Asst Executive Director for Miami-Dade County Homeless Trust. Prior to working for the county, Manny spent 18 years running HHS and HUD programs benefiting the homeless.
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Jack Humburg

Executive Vice President of Housing, Development, & ADA Services, Boley Centers, Inc.
Jack Humburg is the Chief Operating Officer for Boley Centers, Inc., a private not-for-profit community-based organization in Pinellas County.  He is responsible for the development of Boley Centers' permanent supportive housing for individuals and  families who have disabilities... Read More →
avatar for Kelly Hunter

Kelly Hunter

Director of Development & Marketing, Gulf Coast Partnership
My name is Kelly Hunter, and I am the former Director of Coordinated Services for the Gulf Coast Partnership (FL-602), CoC Homeless Lead Agency for Charlotte County, Florida. My career working with unhoused and vulnerable populations spans more than 25 years, an endeavor complemented... Read More →
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Shannon Nazworth

Executive Director, Ability Housing, Inc.
Shannon Nazworth is President and CEO of Ability Housing, a position she has held since 2003. Ability Housing is dedicated to building strong communities where everyone has a home. Its vision is a society where housing is a right, not a privilege, and all individuals have safe, affordable... Read More →

Solving Homelessness for Single Adults Combined Slides FHC 2023 pdf
Tuesday August 29, 2023 2:00pm - 3:15pm EDT
Salon 11/12
  Day 2- Sessions- 2pm

3:15pm EDT

Break- Refreshments/Ice Cream
Tuesday August 29, 2023 3:15pm - 3:45pm EDT
Salon 9/10
  Break- Refreshments and Ice Cream

3:45pm EDT

Attractive and Sustainable Design for Affordable Housing
Many residents often live near or drive by affordable housing without realizing the housing is affordable.  This is due to the attractive building design and landscaping. This session focuses on the critical role of design in addressing NIMBY opposition, as well as project feasibility, addressing resident needs, energy efficiency and sustainable operations. A panel of architects will share real examples of how design is utilized to address all of these issues and contribute to the successful development of housing that is affordable.
Speakers
avatar for Stephen Bender

Stephen Bender

Program Director, UF CityLab-Orlando, University of Florida
Stephen Bender is Instructional Associate Professor at University of Florida Citylab-Orlando, where he teaches graduate architecture with a focus on revitalizing neighborhoods through design. As a program with an emphasis on urbanism, especially concerning Florida cities, Citylab... Read More →
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Diana Giraldo

Green Building, Architect, Community Development Reimagined
Diana Giraldo, M.S. is the Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Community Development Reimagined, a minority, woman-owned consulting firm dedicated to sustainable development solutions, green building certifications, sustainability, and resiliency plans.Diana holds a Bachelor of... Read More →
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Brian Hammond

Director of Architecture – Design Studio, BDG Architects
Brian Hammond, AIA, LEED AP, WELL AP Director of Architecture for The Design Studio is a panelist for the upcoming FHC – 36th annual Affordable Housing Conference. We are excited to have our affordable housing expert, Brian, share his experience with affordable housing projects... Read More →

Giraldo FL Housing PP 2023 pdf
Hammond FHC Affordable Housing Conference Presentation 2023.08.18 FINAL pdf
Tuesday August 29, 2023 3:45pm - 5:00pm EDT
Salon 1/2
  Day 2- Sessions- 3:45pm

3:45pm EDT

Funding Opportunities from the FHFC
In this session, Florida Housing Finance Corporation (FHFC) will discuss the upcoming 2023/2024 RFA cycle information and updates to affordable housing development financing programs that are administered by FHFC.  Presenters will review the application process for financing opportunities used to build and rehabilitate multifamily affordable housing developments.  The session will provide an overview of the FHFC website, the timing of the Application process, financing programs, and updates to the RFA process.  Attendees will learn about opportunities for technical assistance that is available through FHFC’s Catalyst Program and loan funding for emerging nonprofit developers, PHAs, and local governments through the Predevelopment Loan Program (PLP).
Speakers
avatar for Jeff Kiss

Jeff Kiss

Member, Banyan Development Group, LLC
Principal of Banyan Development Group, LLC, a multifamily, affordable housing developer based in Orlando. Also, the Owner/President of Kiss & Company, Inc., a consulting firm to over 60 Florida rental communities using LIHTC, Bonds, SAIL, SHIP, HOME and similar funding sources.
avatar for Melissa Levy

Melissa Levy

Managing Director of Multifamily Programs, Florida Housing Finance Corporation
Melissa Levy currently serves as the Managing Director of Multifamily Programs at Florida Housing Finance Corporation where she oversees the allocation of housing credit and loan and grant funding for the development of affordable housing.  Prior to her current position, she served... Read More →
avatar for Jean Salmonsen

Jean Salmonsen

Director of Allocations of Multifamily Programs, Florida Housing Finance Corporation
Jean Salmonsen, Director of Allocations of Multifamily Programs, has been with Florida Housing Finance Corporation for over 20 years. She has spent most of that time working with the Corporation’s rental housing financing, development and policy staff and external stakeholders to... Read More →

Salmonsen 8 28 2023 FHC Conf overview of all MF with our notes pdf
Tuesday August 29, 2023 3:45pm - 5:00pm EDT
Executive Ballroom I
  Day 2- Sessions- 3:45pm

3:45pm EDT

Hurricanes, Housing, and the Effectiveness of Disaster Recovery Programs- CANCELLED
After five hurricanes in five years, what can we learn from Florida’s efforts to rebuild? Join University of Florida’s Shimberg Center for Housing Studies for this research update on post-disaster recovery and the effectiveness of Federal and local programs. We will talk about findings from two Shimberg Center-Florida Housing Coalition collaborations. The first, funded by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, quantified the role of Florida’s local SHIP programs in filling gaps left by Federal disaster assistance. The second study, funded this past year by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, explores how the Community Development Block Grants for Disaster Recovery may be better structured to meet renter needs. Lastly, we will discuss how U.S. Small Business Administration Loans fit into this funding landscape and which types of households are more likely to use these loans to recover from disasters.  
Speakers
avatar for Anne Ray

Anne Ray

Florida Housing Data Clearinghouse Manager, Shimberg Center for Housing Studies
Anne Ray is the manager of the Florida Housing Data Clearinghouse, a free, online source of data on affordable housing needs and supply. Since joining the Shimberg Center in 2001, she also has performed research on public housing, preservation of affordable rental housing, energy... Read More →
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Maria Watson

Assistant Professor, Shimberg Center for Housing Studies
Maria Watson is an Assistant Professor in the M.E. Rinker, Sr, School of Construction Management and researcher with the Shimberg Center for Housing Studies. Before coming to the University of Florida, she was a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Landscape Architecture... Read More →
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Nasim Yeganeh

Graduate Research Assistant, Shimberg Center for Housing Studies
Nasim Yganeh, Graduate Research AssistantNasim Yganeh joined the Shimberg Center for Housing Studies in 2022 as a Graduate Assistant. Prior to joining the Shimberg Center, she was a researcher and an urban planner in her home country, Iran. She is interested in working on affordable... Read More →

Yeganeh FHC Shimberg Center pdf
Tuesday August 29, 2023 3:45pm - 5:00pm EDT
Salon 7/8
  Day 2- Sessions- 3:45pm

3:45pm EDT

Live Local - Incentivizing Property Owners
The Live Local Act contained several incentive tools to entice the private sector to develop housing that is affordable. This workshop will focus on how the Act's suite of property tax incentives, land use tools, and other strategies can lead to more housing production.
Speakers
avatar for Kody Glazer

Kody Glazer

Legal Director, Florida Housing Coalition., Inc.
KODY GLAZER is Legal and Policy Director of the Florida Housing Coalition with expertise in land use law, affordable housing planning and development, and policy implementation. Kody provides technical and legal assistance to local governments, community-based organizations, and policymakers... Read More →
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David Leon

Partner, Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP
David Leon, CPA, Esq. is the leader of the Nelson Mullins Affordable Housing Industry Group.  David has spent over 27 years representing developers of tax credit and affordable housing properties across the nation, working on every aspect of the transaction.
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Amanda White

Vice President of Government Relations and Research, Florida Apartment Association
Amanda’s career began on Capitol Hill directing policy initiatives and communications for members of Congress. Amanda later gained a passion for the housing industry while serving as the Public Relations and Communications Director for the Apartment Association of Greater Orlando... Read More →
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Ryan von Weller

Chief Operating Officer, Chief Operating Officer

Tuesday August 29, 2023 3:45pm - 5:00pm EDT
Executive Ballroom H
  Day 2- Sessions- 3:45pm

3:45pm EDT

Low Barrier Housing- CANCELLED
Many solutions are needed to increase housing opportunities for people that have difficulties qualifying to rent a home. This session will feature a panel discussion defining low barrier housing, why it is needed in the community, how its implemented, challenges, what property managers need including reasonable financial assurances to protect investments while doing good and more.
Speakers
avatar for Cheryl Howell

Cheryl Howell

Assistant County Administrator for Equity and Community Impact, Hillsborough County
Cheryl Howell currently serves as the Assistant County Administrator for Equity and Community Impact for Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners, Board member for Florida Housing Coalition, Board Member for the Tampa Family Health Center, and as Executive Director of Florida... Read More →
avatar for Stephanie Berman Eisenberg

Stephanie Berman Eisenberg

CEO/President, Carrfour Supportive Housing
Stephanie Berman Eisenberg is the President of Carrfour Supportive Housing, a not-for-profit organization established by the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce in 1993 to develop and operate innovative housing communities for vulnerable families through a unique approach combining... Read More →
avatar for Tara Booker

Tara Booker

Interim Chief Executive Officer, Suncoast Partnership to End Homelessness
Tara Booker is the Interim Chief Executive Officer of Suncoast Partnership to End Homelessness, lead agency for the Manatee-Sarasota Continuum of Care (FL-500).  She is passionate about cross-sector, coordinated and strategic responses to social and system issues, especially in preventing... Read More →
avatar for Lauren Bowen

Lauren Bowen

Project Manager, Housing, Suncoast Partnership to End Homelessness
Dedicated to serving marginalized communities and creating a world where everyone has a place to call home, Lauren has worked in homeless services for over 10 years. She enjoys collaborative work with diverse stakeholders and working with others to build innovative programs.

Low Barrier Housing Combined Deck pdf
Tuesday August 29, 2023 3:45pm - 5:00pm EDT
Salon 11/12
  Day 2- Sessions- 3:45pm

3:45pm EDT

Resilience Through a Recession: What to Expect and How to Mitigate the Challenge.
Having managed through the Mortgage Crisis and COVID, affordable housing organizations and the businesses that support them are now bracing for a long-anticipated recession that has been surprisingly slow in unfolding.  The implications vary in terms of probability, magnitude and duration, and the solutions to manage through the challenge are equally complex.  Our team will examine historical experiences and a range of possible outcomes and strategies to address the shock.
Speakers
avatar for Thurman

Thurman "Tony" Smith

SVP, Southeast Territory Executive, PNC
With more than 30 years in banking and community development, Tony leads PNC's CRA lending and investing practice for the southeastern US.  He has and serves on several CDFI boards, co-chaired the City of Chicago Inclusionary Housing Task Force, is Treasure of the Cook County Land... Read More →
avatar for Mary Fellows

Mary Fellows

Senior Vice President, Neighborhood Lending Partners, Inc.
Mary Fellows is NLP's EVP/COO. Mary has over 20 years experience in contract management and compliance reporting for state and federal programs.Mary also tracks program impact to insure NLP's operations are in alignment with the Company's overall mission. She has created compliance... Read More →
avatar for Andrew Jakabovics

Andrew Jakabovics

VP, Policy Development, Enterprise Community Partners, Inc.
Andrew Jakabovics is vice president for policy development at Enterprise Community Partners. Andrew oversees the Policy Development & Research team, researching issues related to affordable housing, equitable housing and community development, housing finance, foreclosures and neighborhood... Read More →
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Trey Price

Government Affairs Consultant, Gunster Law Firm
Trey Price works from Gunster’s Tallahassee office as part of the Government Affairs team. Prior to joining the firm, Trey served as Executive Director for the Florida Housing Finance Corporation (FHFC). During his tenure, FHFC launched the Hometown Heroes Housing Program, which... Read More →
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Chris Shear

COO, McDowell Housing Partners

Tuesday August 29, 2023 3:45pm - 5:00pm EDT
Salon 3/4
  Day 2- Sessions- 3:45pm

3:45pm EDT

Understanding the Capital Stack
Financing affordable housing has become increasingly complex. As costs rise, developments must access a number of funding sources and incentives to make the numbers work. This session will explore the capital stacks for both rental and homeownership development, explaining the process, challenges and opportunities.
Speakers
avatar for Ashon Nesbitt

Ashon Nesbitt

Chief Executive Officer, Florida Housing Coalition., Inc.
ASHON NESBITT is CEO of the Florida Housing Coalition.A respected community and nonprofit leader, Mr. Nesbitt was previously Chief Programs Officer and Technical Advisor with the Coalition where he has led the Community Land Trust Institute as well as the Center for Racial Equity... Read More →
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Chad Musgrove

Senior Vice President, M&T Realty Capital Corporation
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Fran Pheeny

President/CEO, Suncoast Housing Connections
Fran Pheeny is the President and CEO of Suncoast Housing Connections in Clearwater, FL.  She has over 25 years’ experience in affordable housing in the public, private and nonprofit sectors.  Suncoast Housing Connections is a 40-year-old HUD approved Housing Counseling agency... Read More →
avatar for Devon Quist

Devon Quist

Vice President & Project Partner, Dominium
As Vice President and Project Partner, Devon Quist is responsible for new project development, acquisition and financing. His work includes analyzing new acquisition and development opportunities, determining project feasibility, overseeing design and construction, structuring partnerships... Read More →

Musgrove Florida Housing Coalition Conference 2023 Chad Musgrove MT RCC 8.25.2023 pdf
Quist FHC Slides Dominium pdf
Pheeny FHC 2023 (2) pdf
Tuesday August 29, 2023 3:45pm - 5:00pm EDT
Salon 5/6
  Day 2- Sessions- 3:45pm
 
Wednesday, August 30
 

7:30am EDT

Breakfast- CANCELLED
Wednesday August 30, 2023 7:30am - 9:00am EDT
  Breakfast

9:00am EDT

Nonprofit Capacity Building Symposium- CANCELLED
Join the Florida Housing Coalition’s Affordable Housing Development Team as we explore nonprofit capacity building through FHFC’s Predevelopment Loan Program (PLP) and discuss current trends in development with some of Florida’s leading nonprofit developers.  This symposium will highlight important aspects of the development process and the goal of the expanding the capacity of nonprofit developers and increasing the number of affordable housing units across Florida. The panelists will share their experiences as PLP participants.   This training session will also provide information about missing middle development, as this classification of housing requires adapting skills and knowledge of land use, zoning, design, legal, financing structures, HOA requirements, and other unique attributes associated with attached dwellings to help increase the housing stock while creating more housing choice in walkable, urbanized communities near key community elements.
Speakers
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Joyce Odongo

Community Development Officer, Bank OZK
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Sarah Combs

Executive Director & CEO, University Area CDC
Dr. Sarah Combs is the Chief Executive Officer of University Area Community Development Corporation, Inc.  She joined the organization in 2010 and under her senior leadership, University Area CDC has secured over 100 million dollars in community investment and more than tripled the... Read More →
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Debra Fleming

President, Affordable Housing Solutions for Florida Inc
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Steve Kropp

Technical Advisor, Florida Housing Coalition., Inc.
Steve Kropp is a Technical Advisor with the Florida Housing Coalition. Previously, Steve served as the President of LCA Development, a development firm that produced over 5,000 apartments within 17 complexes throughout Central Florida -- a mix of tax credit housing, tax-exempt bond... Read More →
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Terri Murray

Executive Director, Neighborhood Renaissance, Inc.,
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Elissa Plancher

Director of Affordable Housing Development, Florida Housing Coalition., Inc.
Elissa Plancher is the Director of Affordable Housing Development and a Technical Advisor with the Florida Housing Coalition. Responsible for management of the Predevelopment Loan Program, she works with emerging nonprofit housing developers in the predevelopment process to plan and... Read More →
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Rebecca Talbert

Board Member, Hannibal Square CLT
Rebecca Talbert, AIA is an architect, educator, and active advocate for the architectural profession. Throughout her career, Rebecca has leveraged her academic and practical experience in service to the community in the areas of Historic Preservation, Affordable Housing, and Public... Read More →
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Drew Warren

Chief Executive Officer, Community of Hope, Inc.
Community of Hope has various housing programs ranging from shelter to permanent housing. We actively develop affordable housing and manage the only CLT in Brevard County - Land of HOPE.

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Talbert HSCLT Florida Housing Coalition Presentation 2023 pdf
Wednesday August 30, 2023 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Executive Ballroom I
  Day 3- Nonprofit Capacity Building

9:00am EDT

SHIP Administrators Training (Sponsored by: FHFC)- CANCELLED
Join the SHIP Administrators Training sponsored by Florida Housing Finance Corporation. This three-hour session will feature important SHIP related topics, including best practices for Affordable Housing Advisory Committees (AHACs), Heirs property and legislative updates. Learn from the experience of others during the small group discussion session. We will have a thoughtful discussion about challenges and opportunities from the local government perspective, including but not limited to the set asides in the SHIP program. Participants will also talk about how to incentivize contractors to participate, best practices for outreach, and new strategies made possible by larger allocations. In addition, the Florida Housing Coalition will present awards that highlight the innovation, versatility, and dedication of SHIP staff.
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Wednesday August 30, 2023 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Executive Ballroom H
  Day 3- SHIP Administrators Roundtable Training
 
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