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Affordable Housing 2.0: New Frontiers in Development, Policy, and Finance

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Join us at the 3rd Annual HHC Affordable Housing & Creative Finance Conference for expert insights, networking, and innovative housing solutions!

November 19, 2024
8:30a–4:30p

Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas
Houston Office

1801 Allen Parkway, Houston, TX 77019

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This in-person event will convene housing professionals, policymakers, and financial experts to discuss cutting-edge strategies for addressing the housing crisis.

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What To Expect

This year’s conference will feature four dynamic panels, highlighting innovative housing development models, strategic partnerships, policy insights, and creative financial solutions to support affordable housing.

Registration is required and lunch is provided.

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Topic Discussions Section

Panel #1-Outside the Box Housing Development-Moderator Curtis Davis (HHC Board Member)
Description: In this panel, we will explore innovative and unconventional housing development strategies that are reshaping the landscape of affordable housing. Panelists will discuss methods that are not only cost-effective but also sustainable and scalable. This discussion is designed to inspire developers, advocates, and policymakers to think beyond traditional models, fostering creativity in addressing the housing crisis.
Speakers: Ann Rosenwinkel-GSMArchitects, Dr. Ashley Allen-Houston Community Land Trust, Franck Boursier-Everlasting Homes Group
Panel #2-Innovative Partnerships-Moderator-Dr. Adrienne Holloway (HHC Executive Director)
Description: Successful affordable housing initiatives often require the collaboration of diverse stakeholders. This panel will highlight examples of innovative partnerships between the private sector, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies that have led to impactful housing solutions.
Speakers: Yvonne Dotie-LISC Houston, Stephen Fairfield-Covenant Community Capital, Council Member Tiffany Thomas-City of Houston, Charity Carter-Edison Center, Mark Wilfalk-City of Houston Director, Solid Waste Management Department
Panel #3-Policy Discussion: Partners & Financing-Moderator-Laolu Davies-Yemitan (HHC Board Member)
Description: Navigating the complex web of housing policy requires a deep understanding of the interplay between different levels of policy. This panel brings together experts to discuss the current policy landscape and its implications for affordable housing.

Speakers: Mike Nichols-City of Houston Housing and Community Development Department, Tory Gunsolley-Harris County Housing and Community Development Department, Emily Dove-TX 2036
Panel #3-Development Deals: Creative Stacking-Moderator-Mayra Bontemps (HHC Board President)

Description: Financing affordable housing projects often involves assembling a complex mix of funding sources, from traditional loans to grants and tax credits. This panel will delve into the art of creating "creative financial stacks"—the strategic combination of various funding mechanisms that make challenging projects feasible.
Speakers: Rickie Bradshaw-LISC Houston, Jeremiah Rivera-U.S. Department of Energy, Christa Stoneham-Houston Land Bank, Troy Carter-Edison Center, Allison Hay-Houston Habitat for Humanity