Congratulations to the Fall 2026 NAHRO LEAD Program Graduates!
October 22, 2026 — On October 14, 42 leaders graduated from the Fall 2026 NAHRO LEAD Program at the NAHRO National Conference and Exhibition.
“It’s never too late — or too early — to enhance your leadership skills,” said NAHRO CEO Mark Thiele. “The NAHRO LEAD program helps housers both develop and hone the tools and knowledge they need to become more successful leaders. Congratulations to our latest NAHRO LEAD graduates — we’re proud to help you step up and stand out!”
NAHRO is thrilled to honor the latest LEAD graduates:
- Brandi Adams
- Maricela Aguilar
- Erin Anderson
- Margaret Billups
- Lashun Bland
- Jessica Brittain
- Kim Brown
- Francisco Camarena
- Cheryl Carrell
- Allison Chandler
- Nicholina Clark
- Shannon DaCosta
- Rachel Downs
- Erica Duhame
- Rachel Duney
- Valerie French
- Laquecia Gibson
- Megan Greene
- Antonio Harris
- Dasmyne Harrison
- Anthonette Hawthorne
- Miguel Herrera
- Betty Hickman
- Presyce Jackson
- DeNairo Jones
- Pamela Kearney
- Craig Leabo
- Diane Lopez
- Brookanne Maitland
- Elise Minkoff
- Tamiko Mitchell
- Jackie Otto
- Jessie Oyler
- Tiana Parker
- Tiffany Runion
- Donna Smith
- Aleksandra Veriga
- Mary Walala
- Christal Warne
- Charles Williams
- Harold Womble
- Tiffany Woods
The Spring 2027 NAHRO LEAD Program is now underway and will graduate at NAHRO’s Washington Conference in April 2027.
Interested in the program? Register to join the Fall 2027 cohort now!
About the NAHRO LEAD Program
The NAHRO LEAD Program is designed for new (and newer) housing and community development leaders, as well as aspiring leaders, who are ready to build the skills and confidence needed to lead effectively. Participants will strengthen their abilities in supervising employees, managing teams, coaching, setting goals, achieving outcomes, evaluating performance, and developing and leveraging employee strengths and talents.
Through a dynamic six-part learning journey, participants will engage in two in-person sessions held in conjunction with the NAHRO National Conference and the annual NAHRO Washington Conference, along with four interactive virtual sessions. Between sessions, participants will complete a few hours of practical assignments designed to reinforce learning and immediately apply new concepts, skills, and tools in the workplace.
About NAHRO
NAHRO, which was established in 1933, is a membership organization of more than 26,000 housing and community development providers and professionals throughout the United States. NAHRO members create and manage affordable housing for low- and middle-income families, and support vibrant communities that enhance the quality of life for all. NAHRO members administer more than 3 million homes for more than 8 million people.