Rising Together: LGBTQ and Housing Advocacy
As housing authorities and communities evolve, effective communication and engagement with LGBTQ+ residents and staff matter more than ever. As NAHRO member agencies seek to attract and retain top, skilled workers regardless of sexual orientation and gender identity, creating welcoming and inclusive workplaces becomes essential for successful employee retention and management. In this session, the history, present reality, and unique needs of LGBTQ+ residents and staff members will be discussed within the framework of LGBTQ+ housing topics, agency cultures, and ongoing challenges.
Moderator:
Tiffany Mangum, Senior Manager, Strategic Initiatives & Partnerships, Office of Inclusion & Empowerment, Fresno Housing
Panelists:
Jake Joseph, Chairperson/Commissioner, LGBTQ Subcommittee of DEIAC
Matt Pike Esq, NCC, Director of Policy and Program Development, Massachusetts NAHRO
Lisa Baker, Consultant
Marc Bady Ph.D., Chief Inclusion and Empowerment Officer, Fresno Housing Authority
Hip Hop History & Housing
This session will examine the core elements of hip hop history and culture and its impact on housing. Hip Hop as a musical genre is a multi-billion-dollar component of the entertainment industry. Hip Hop’s global impact can be observed in a multitude of ways, from record sales to empowering marginalized communities to organize and speak out against social injustice. While some simply listen to rap music, many others adopt the culture as a way of life. The presentation will delve into issues such as race, class, gender, and cultural identity and evaluate how historical phenomena and governmental actions influenced the development of hip-hop culture and its transformation into a global cultural phenomenon.
Presenter:
Greg Johnson, Sr. Property Manager, DeMarco Management; Hip- Hop Promoter-Manager
Protecting You, Your Agency & Community from Cyber Threats
Which technology-related issues are you responsible for? Is your IT department or vendor checking all the appropriate boxes to reduce cyber security risks? How does artificial intelligence like Openai’s ChatGPT, Google’s Bard and others affect the rise in threat activity while promoting the sale of your privacy? This session will cover fresh approaches to safeguard your organization and neighborhood from online dangers. Learn about current and trending threats from 2023 and beyond. Learn to become a cautious practitioner who uses a layered security strategy.
Presenters:
Tim O’Brien, Founder/CIO, Simplified Business Solutions, LLC
Doug Fleming, Executive Director, Lansing Housing Commission
Michael Turner, Director of Infrastructure, University of Alabama
Angel Fear, Regional Manager Account Services, HAI Group
Navigating the Deal Approach: Strategies and Considerations
This session explores the critical steps and considerations when approached to participate in a development deal. Whether it’s a potential partnership, investment opportunity, or acquisition offer, understanding how to navigate deal approaches is essential for making informed decisions. Our panel of industry experts will provide insights into deal evaluation, negotiation tactics, and the key factors to consider when presented with a business opportunity.
Presenters:
Tiffani Barletta, Sr. Vice President, CSG Advisors
Julie Mungai, Deputy Director, Development Services, Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles
Belinda Bly, Acting Director, Office of Urban Revitalization, Office of Public Housing, HUD
Nicholas Birck, Neighborhood & Community Investment Specialist, HUD
Erik Solivan, Chief of Staff, Tulsa Housing Authority
Landlords Wanted! Engagement Strategies to Increase Landlord Participation
The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program has grown to be the largest rental housing program in American history but has yet to live up to its public-private partnership design. There is an art of Attracting, Recruiting, and Retaining Landlords for the HCV Program. This process is for those that truly understand that this is a language barrier between public housing authorities (PHAs) and landlords. Presenters will explore innovative ways to increase landlord engagement by attracting and recruiting new landlords for the HCV Program. The presentation will also discuss engagement strategies to rekindle the fire of former landlords through rebranding initiatives.
Moderator:
Katie Goar, President, Quadel
Panelists:
Jennifer Keogh, Vice President Affordable Operations, Affordable Housing, Progress Residential
Dr. Michael C. Threatt, Principal & CEO, Elevate Housing Solutions, LLC
Lisa Garcia, , VP of Assisted Housing, Housing Authority of the City of Austin
Terri Cole, Senior Vice President, Affordable Housing, Housing Authority of the City of Tulsa
Aleksandra Tyler, MSSA, MNO, Mobility and Landlord Outreach Coordinator/Ombudsman, Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority
Brandon Crow, Director of HCV, Minneapolis Public Housing Authority
Technology Implications of HOTMA, HIP & NSPIRE
Get an update on the status of HOTMA, HIP and NSPIRE. Hear from software vendors subject matter experts about the upcoming changes, including potential challenges and strategies to prepare your agency.
Presenters:
Jeff Bischoff, Senior Director, Yardi
Gabrielle Van Horn, Director, Yardi
Pathways Out of Poverty: Addressing Social Determinants of Health
This session is for commissioners/board representatives, agency employees, and executive directors. Join our panel of commissioners/board representatives to discuss the importance of education, how to overcome barriers, and how to identify resources to support efforts. Panelists will share evidence-based practices, specifically social determinants of health, through case studies and data sharing.
Moderator:
Adrian “AJ” Jones, Commission Chair, Fresno Housing Authority
Panelists:
Dalia Contreras M. Ed., Commissioner, San Antonio Housing Authority/CEO, City Education Partners
Zella Knight, Commissioner, Los Angeles County Housing Authority
Nikki Vazquez, Commissioner, Newport Housing Authority/Executive Director, Jamestown Housing Authority