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Gregg Warren
President and Executive Director
gregg@dhic.org
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When I joined DHIC in 1985, I was struck by the tremendous support the organization enjoyed from leaders in Southeast Raleigh and staff and elected officials from the City of Raleigh. I also felt that DHIC was in a good position to become a leading non-profit developer of affordable housing in the region.
After 17 years as DHIC's Executive Director, I feel that we have accomplished much, yet the biggest challenges lie ahead. The bad news is that our region continues to experience the housing costs that are rising faster than personal incomes. However, opportunities to address the housing problem have increased with stronger-than-ever government and private financing partners to provide the capital that we need to build affordable housing.
Prior to DHIC, I spent six years in state government distributing housing and community development funds and technical assistance to smaller towns and counties across North Carolina. I also worked as a rural Housing Authority Director and as a Housing Planner for Triangle J Council of Governments.
I'm a native of Toledo, Ohio and have resided in the Triangle area since 1972, when I arrived to attend University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where I received a Masters Degree in Regional Planning.
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Natalie Connell
Vice President for Rental Development
natalie@dhic.org
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I came to DHIC fresh out of graduate school in September 1996. During my time at DHIC, I have moved from Project Analyst to Project Manager, and my work has been focused on the development of family rental developments. As a Project Manager, I am involved in all aspects of the development process including site searches and investigations, coordinating the development team, assembling financing and overseeing construction and lease-up of a new rental community.
As a native of the Triangle area, I have seen the drastic changes and growth that have taken place here. One very evident trend is the increasing gap between the price of housing and the growth of wages for people employed in the service sector and other lower-paying jobs. Contributing to the organization's goal of providing quality affordable housing opportunities for renters and homebuyers, which helps to address these types of trends, is very rewarding to me.
I grew up in Cary and attended UNC-Chapel Hill for my undergraduate studies and my Masters in City and Regional Planning. I am a licensed Real Estate Salesperson, a member of Triangle Commercial Real Estate Women and I continue to attend classes and workshops to stay on top on the latest trends and issues involving housing tax credits and the real estate market.
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Sam Eyre
Project Manager, Rental Development
sam@dhic.org
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Having recently joined DHIC as a Project Manager, I feel very fortunate to be a part of such a great organization. I interned for DHIC as a graduate student, and was impressed by the quality of DHIC developments and the positive impact they brought to their respective communities. I was also touched by the staff's dedication to providing quality affordable housing for both renters and homebuyers in North Carolina.
As Project Manager for Rental Development, I work on all aspects of the development process, including land acquisition, coordinating with architects and engineers to develop site and construction plans, assembling equity and financing, monitoring construction, and overseeing lease-up.
I moved to North Carolina in 2002 to earn a Masters Degree in Regional Planning at UNC-Chapel Hill. Having recently graduated, I enjoy my new job and hope to make a positive contribution to DHIC's work. When away from the office, I love spending time with my beautiful wife and family.
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Jennifer Foell
Accountant/Office Manager
jennifer@dhic.org
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I joined DHIC in January 2004 as an accountant, as well as the manager of the DHIC office and the Prairie Building Apartments. I have over 10 years of accounting experience, within various types of organizations, including several years of with a national restaurant franchise, and most recently with a public REIT.
DHIC enables me to put my knowledge and background to use, yet provides several opportunities for growth as well. The involvement with the community and its development is something that I feel fortunate to be a part of.
I am originally from Portland, Maine and have lived in the Greater Raleigh area for the last 10 years. Even in the short time that I have been here, I have seen Raleigh and its surrounding areas grow and change immeasurably. DHIC has been an integral part of this progress for many years, and I look forward to being a part of this in the future.
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Saundra Harper
Broker and Sales Manager
harper@dhic.org
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My tenure at DHIC began in 1995 as the administrative assistant to the Executive Director. Later, I was promoted to Housing Counselor where I placed moderate and low-income families in single-family subdivisions. During this time I received certifications as a housing counselor through the Neighborhood Reinvestment Corporation, the Affordable Housing Group and the North Carolina Housing Finance Agency. My expertise also includes working with clients as long as five years to repair credit, teaching them to manage their finances by establishing monthly budgets, tools that are critical if they are to achieve their dream of homeownership. I also conduct seminars and workshops for first time homebuyers and I have several years of experience originating and underwriting mortgage loans.
Currently, I serve as broker-in-charge and Sales Manager for DHIC, most recently managing sales for DHIC's largest single-family home development in Southeast Raleigh, Meadowcreek subdivision. The DHIC sales team was successful in selling all 68 units there within a 10-month period. Working with the experienced staff members at DHIC has helped me greatly in achieving my goals. This year I am looking forward to managing our next project, selling the townhomes and condominiums of our Highland Village community, located in Cary.
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Zoey Kreuter
Staff Accountant
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I joined DHIC in September 2002 as a staff accountant. I have several years of experience in banking and mortgage lending, and spent three years in public accounting as an auditor and tax preparer. Through auditing non-profit agencies I began to feel that working for a non-profit organization would be a better fit for me because it would enable me to use my skills while giving back to the community.
I worked for DHIC on a contractual basis and was quite impressed with both the mission of providing affordable housing and the positive attitudes and team atmosphere here at DHIC. I quickly accepted a permanent position with responsibilities that include assisting our CFO in all areas of finance and accounting.
In the short time I have been at DHIC, I have found my work to be both challenging and rewarding. I am proud to be contributing to such a worthwhile cause as affordable housing development and community enrichment and I continue to enjoy learning all aspects of how a non-profit organization is managed.
I have lived in North Carolina for 22 years and am a graduate of North Carolina State University with a BS in Tourism Management. I am currently a CPA candidate.
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Sally Haile
Community Development Specialist
sally@dhic.org
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As the new Community Development Specialist at DHIC, I manage the supportive services and programs in our affordable housing communities and generate partnerships with a wide network of professionals.
DHIC's mission and the integrity of its purpose has been rewarding both personally and professionally. I feel fortunate to be part of a movement that plays such an important role in the community by creating housing opportunities with equal access for everyone. I look forward to participating in trainings, workshops and community programs that will enhance the outreach efforts and service coordination for DHIC initiatives.
Prior to joining DHIC, I worked as a Outreach and Dissemination Coordinator with the
Center for Universal Design at NC State University, a national research, information, and technical assistance center that evaluates, develops, and promotes universal design in housing.
Personally, I have a strong interest in design, housing issues and community resources that benefit older adults and persons with disabilities. I have spent the past ten years in the fields of accessible housing, senior housing and the disability community, with the shared purpose and desire for attractive, affordable and supportive homes for everyone.
In 2000, I moved to North Carolina from Chicago, Illinois, where I attended graduate school for a Masters of Arts in Gerontology. I also hold a B.A. in Human Environment and Design from Michigan State University. I live in downtown Raleigh and really enjoy the urban living mixed with the historic charm of the South.
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Sharon Lorden, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
sharon@dhic.org
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I came to DHIC as the Chief Financial Officer in 2002 because this organization provided me with the opportunity to use my financial background in a smaller setting, where the focus is on the community and the people who live here. My role has been to oversee all aspects of finance and accounting, and it has since expanded to include asset management, human resources and technology. It is very rewarding to contribute my skills to an organization that is so dedicated to its mission and the community.
With over 10 years of commercial real estate experience, my background includes working for several years with a local development company in the accounting department, and over five years at a public REIT as an Accounting Manager and later as the Senior Financial Analyst for the Acquisitions and Development Department.
I am originally from Canton, Ohio and have lived near downtown Raleigh for over twelve years. My undergraduate work includes a Bachelor of Science in Accounting as well as a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration/Finance from the University of Akron in Ohio. I also hold a North Carolina CPA license and a North Carolina Real Estate Salesperson license.
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Sheila Porter
Mortgage Manager
sheila@dhic.org
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I joined DHIC in October 2000 as a Homeownership Counselor, and now have an expanded role as Mortgage Manager. My main goal is to see as many people as possible enter into homeownership by assisting with credit repair, budget counseling and providing support throughout the financing process. I facilitate group homebuyer education workshops and provide individual counseling sessions. The counseling does not end at loan closing, but continues during occupancy of your new home.
Before joining DHIC I was with First Union for 18 years. I started as a Teller, moved into a Financial Counselor position and in July 1990 I began to originate mortgages. The majority of my mortgage volume consisted of loans to first-time homebuyers. Although counseling was not part of my written job description as a mortgage originator, I always felt obligated to advise my customers on how to get to the place of home ownership. It was during this time that I realized I wanted to assist customers overcome the obstacles to homeownership on a full-time basis. DHIC's Homeownership Center provides the avenue for me to accomplish this goal.
Over the years I have attended seminars and workshops that provide training on various loan products and conducting homebuyer workshops. I have taken financial courses through the Financial Institute and counseling courses through Wake Technical Community College. I recently obtained my Real Estate Sales License.
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Andrew D. Robinson
Vice President of Home Ownership Initiatives
drew@dhic.org
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I was attracted to DHIC because of its commitment to ensuring that all citizens have equal access to high-quality and affordable housing and services. As Vice President of Home Ownership Initiatives, my role is to oversee all home ownership activities at DHIC ranging from the development of affordable housing subdivisions to the delivery of homebuyer education and training activities through the DHIC Homeownership Center.
For 10 years prior to joining DHIC, I worked with Community Development Corporations assisting them in the conceptualization and development of commercial and residential real estate projects. While employed at the North Carolina Community Development Initiative, much of my focus was in financing real estate projects that were a critical part of a neighborhood revitalization strategy. While at the Initiative, I had the opportunity to participate in the creation of Initiative Capital, a Community Development Financial Institution that was created to make higher risk loans for projects developed by CDCs and other nonprofit developers.
In my career, I have also worked as a mortgage banker, loan fund manager and project manager. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Science from the University of Tennessee and an MBA with a concentration in real estate from Southern Methodist University in Dallas.
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Bethany Chaney
Consultant
Chaneyb2@nc.rr.com
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I work with DHIC as a consultant, cultivating resources, developing communications materials, and helping Gregg manage the on-going process of strategic and business planning. My primary goal is to help the staff and board of directors succeed by bringing funding partners to the table and spreading the word about the amazing work that DHIC is doing in the community.
I am always impressed by the DHIC team and the work ethic, productivity and commitment each individual brings to organization and the people it serves. I feel honored to be a part of the DHIC team!
Prior to putting on my consulting hat in 2004, I spent nearly a dozen years in the non-profit sector, almost exclusively with housing and economic development organizations.
Most recently I served for three years as the first development director for a major homeless services provider in New York City, and prior to that, four years as Vice President and Development Director for the North Carolina Minority Support Center.
I am a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and have an MBA from Northeastern University in Boston. I'm happy to call Carrboro my home and the Tar Heels my team!
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Cheri Tansey
Office Administrator
cheri@dhic.org
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I joined DHIC as an Office Administrator in June 2006 to provide a wide variety of administrative and organization support to DHIC. In addition to administrative work, I have interests in computers, website design, graphics and event planning. I also enjoy working in the community. Over the last several years I have done volunteer work with non-profit organizations and I remain an active volunteer coordinator for an organization that focuses on advocacy and inclusion for individuals with disabilities.
My professional background includes over 10 years of administrative experience including facilities, human resources, event planning, project organization and staff supervision. I am originally from Sacramento, California and relocated to the Raleigh area in mid-2006. After working a number of years in the corporate world, I am enjoying the atmosphere here at DHIC.
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