Board of Directors
DHIC's Board of Directors is diverse, talented and experienced. Bankers, developers, and attorneys join with resident leaders, church representatives, and others with a shared commitment to affordable housing. Five of our Board members are appointed by the City of Raleigh.
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James T. Quinn, Chair Retired, NC Housing Finance Agency Todd Jones, Vice Chair Anderson, Jones,& Gengo, PLLC Folami Bandele YWCA of the Greater Triangle James West, III West Legacy Construction & Real Estate Services Dr. Norman Camp, Ph.D. Retired Educator Sam Crutchfield Grubb Properties Kevin Harris RBC Centura Kathy Hart North Carolina State University |
Yvette Holmes United Arts Council of Raleigh & Wake County Roland Gammon White Oak Properties J. Todd Kennedy Tetra Tech Brad Worley Worley Reporting Paul Morris Consultant Charles Rodman Retired, Active in Southeast Raleigh Community Affairs Marie Stapleton Bank of America |
Our Staff
Gregg Warren, President and Executive Director
(919) 832-4345 ext. 3005
I have had the pleasure of leading DHIC since 1985 and it has been a great ride. When I joined the organization, we had a solid history with many supporters but a bit of an uncertain future.
Over the years, we have established our reputation as an innovative, productive developer of affordable housing in the Triangle area. We have staying power and our award-winning properties provide stable quality housing for the residents whom we serve. The success of our homeownership education programs is evidenced by the long-term success of our many clients.
People and partnerships have much to do with our success. The City of Raleigh, Wake County and the North Carolina Housing Finance Agency have been huge supporters of our work. We have been blessed with a Board of Directors that is committed to our work and never afraid to challenge the staff to achieve better results.
Our partnership that we established with NeighborWorks America in 2000 has been particularly fruitful. We have had the opportunity to benchmark our work with 240 other organizations in this network. We have had independent program reviews that have consistently awarded the highest ranking by NeighborWorks.
I am most proud of the DHIC staff. We are a hard working yet collegial group that is committed to our mission. Our competencies in our respective fields are widely acknowledged by our colleagues.
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 Executive Director of a rural housing authority 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. I attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where I received a Masters Degree in Regional Planning.
I have two children, Louisa and Roberto. Louisa works for the NC Justice Center and Roberto attends Moore Square Museums Magnet Middle School. My wife Debby works as a private consultant. I enjoy toys with two wheels (bicycles and motorcycles) and hiding out on an old farm in the mountains of Southwest Virginia.
Sharon Lorden, CPA, Chief Financial Officer
(919) 832-4345 ext. 3008
I came to DHIC as the Chief Financial Officer in 2002. 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 has been expanded to human resources, technology and oversight of asset management. It is very rewarding to contribute my skills to an organization that is so dedicated to its mission and the community.
With over 15 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 17 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.
Natalie Britt, Vice President for Rental Development
(919) 832-4345 ext. 3006
I came to DHIC in 1996 after completing an undergraduate degree and the Master of Regional Planning program at UNC-Chapel Hill. I oversee DHIC's rental development and am involved in all aspects of the development process including site searches and investigations, coordinating the development of site and architectural plans, assembling and closing on financing, overseeing construction and leasing, and ensuring compliance with all the requirements of a project's funding partners. In my tenure here I have been instrumental in completing eleven rental developments with various combinations of financing including conventional mortgage loans, housing and historic tax credits, local government loans, and other below market loans and grants.
I grew up in Cary, NC and have seen first-hand all the changes and growth that the Triangle area has experienced. Now more than ever, I believe that DHIC's commitment to providing high-quality affordable housing and opportunities for low- and moderate-income people to build wealth is crucial for our area to remain such an ideal place to live. It is a pleasure to be able to help fulfill DHIC's mission while working in an environment that encourages teamwork and creative thinking. I have served on the Board of Triangle Commercial Real Estate Women, the Land Protection Committee of Triangle Land Conservancy, and the Moore Square Museum's Magnet Middle School Business Alliance. I am a licensed North Carolina Real Estate Broker.
Drew Robinson, Vice President of Home Ownership Initiatives
(919) 832-4345 ext. 3007
I was attracted to DHIC because of its commitment to building affordable housing of such high quality that it is indistinguishable from market rate housing, and the dedication of its staff. 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 product to the delivery of homebuyer education and training activities through the DHIC Homeownership Center.
Since arriving at DHIC in 2001, I have had the opportunity to develop a 68-home, mixed-income subdivision that sold out in 16 months. In addition, participating in the development of the 18-acre Highland Village rental and homeownership community has been challenging and exciting. We have seen tremendous growth in our homeownership counseling business line, and I am gratified that our clients were discouraged from using predatory loan products.
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.
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.
Sam Eyre, Project Manager, Rental Development
(919) 832-4345 ext. 3013
I began working for DHIC as an intern in 2004 while attending graduate school. Upon graduation, I was hired as a project manager. I feel very fortunate to be a part of DHIC and appreciate the staff's dedication to providing quality affordable housing and supportive services 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, due diligence, tax credit and loan applications, coordinating with architects and engineers to develop site and construction plans, assembling equity and financing, monitoring construction, and overseeing lease-up.
I grew up in Fremont, California, earned a Bachelors Degree from Brigham Young University, and moved to North Carolina in 2002 to earn a Masters Degree in Regional Planning at UNC-Chapel Hill. I am a proud father of 5 beautiful children. While away from the office I am actively involved with my family and church and enjoy camping and playing basketball.
Saundra Harper, HOC Community Outreach Manager and Homeownership Counselor
(919) 832-4345 ext. 3003
I have been with DHIC for fifteen years and have received certifications as a housing counselor through NeighborWorks America and The Association of Housing Counselors. I am also a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS).
My expertise includes working with clients to repair their credit, to manage their finances by establishing monthly budgets, and giving them all of the tools they need 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. I have been able to save clients from foreclosure by helping them with loan modifications or alternate arrangements.
In addition to my counseling responsibilities, I serve as Broker-in-Charge and Homeownership Outreach Manager. I have been instrumental in helping other builders sell their homes, such as Builders of Hope, Yates Perry, and The City of Raleigh. I continue to maintain my relationships with my clients through post-purchase counseling, and I was able to prevent many of my clients from going into foreclosure and help them reduce their interest rates through refinancing and loan modification
I enjoy working with people, especially my clients and the staff at DHIC.
Sheila Porter, HOC Operations Manager and Homeownership Counselor
(919) 832-4345 ext. 3002
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.
Jennifer Foell, Accountant/Office Manager
(919) 832-4345 ext. 3014
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 with a national restaurant franchise and commercial real estate 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 since 1994. Even in the 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.
Zoey Kreuter, Staff Accountant
(919) 832-4345 ext. 3012
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.
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.
Sally Haile, Community Development Specialist
(919) 832-4345 ext. 3011
As the Community Development Specialist at DHIC, I manage the Community Services Initiative and the supportive service programs in our affordable housing communities, and also our partnerships with professionals.
DHIC's mission and the integrity of its purpose have 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 actively participate in trainings, workshops and community programs that 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.
Regina Jaynes, Office Administrator
(919) 832-4345 ext. 3001
I joined DHIC in April 2009 as an Office Administrator, providing support to the Executive Director and Chief Financial Officer. I have worked in the non-profit sector for more than eight years, holding positions such as Development Associate and Office Manager.
I have experience with general office administration, promotional/graphic design, fundraising and event planning, and database creation and maintenance.
With an AA in Business Management and a BA in Sociology, I have a strong desire to work for non-profit organizations, like DHIC, that understand the needs of the community and choose to provide solutions to those needs.
Tiffany Wilkins, Administrative Assistant
(919) 832-4345 ext. 3019
I joined DHIC as an Administrative Assistant in December, 2007. My professional background includes over 10 years of administrative experience, but here at DHIC I am able to utilize skills that I have not in other places. I support all of the counseling and workshop activities of the Homeownership Center, taking care of our data management and reporting and other administrative needs. I enjoy coming up with new ideas and problem solving.
I earned a Bachelors of Science degree in Business Administration from Fayetteville State University in 1998. I am a very active mother and enjoy working in the community and local churches. I help with a youth dance ministry and other activities, and I am always willing to help when needed.
The more I work with our counseling team, the more I learn and can tell people about our wonderful Homeownership Center programs. After working a number of years in the corporate world, I am enjoying the atmosphere here at DHIC.
Maria Rodriguez, Junior Homeownership Counselor
(919) 832-4345 ext. 3010
After spending three years as a retiree, I had the opportunity to start working at DHIC as a part-time Homeownership Counselor assisting the Hispanic population. I feel honored to be part of this team. DHIC’s good character, professionalism, and community outreach efforts targeting low- to moderate-income families are exemplary in helping others fulfill the American Dream of owning a home. I have been part of this team since December 2009. In this short period of time I feel a great sense of fulfillment and value in the assistance I can afford the Spanish speaking community of the Triangle, showing them the advantages of homeownership
My husband Jorge and I arrived in the United States in 1982 with our two sons, Ricardo and Javier. Through hard work, dedication, and much love, we saw our sons grow up in this great country. Both my “boys” today are professionals. My eldest, Ricardo, received his Ph.D. in English literature from Loyola University, Chicago and is currently teaching at Loyola. My youngest, Javier has a dual degree in psychology and laboratory sciences and is currently employed by Duke University in the microbiology department.
Since our arrival in the U.S., our goal was to work hard and raise our children. In fact, only 3 days after we arrived, I started working as an attendance clerk in the elementary school where my children were registered. This was a temporary position until January 1983 when my 23-year career in the banking industry was launched. Starting as a receptionist at Pan American Bank, I worked myself up the ladder to become a Consumer Lending Officer with Bank of America. In 1994 I obtained my Real Estate License for the State of Florida, and in 2006 I completed a 10-year tenure at Northern Trust Bank as a Commercial Lending Associate, preparing commercial loan documentation. I handled both careers successfully until retirement in December 2006 when we moved to Raleigh. Shortly upon my arrival, I obtained my Real Estate License and became a real estate broker (November 2008).
Bethany Chaney, Consultant
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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