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Administering Emergency Rental Assistance Programs (AC20)

HFAs running programs to address the needs of renters dealing with COVID-19-related complications discuss program development, execution, and performance. DISCUSSION LEADER Jacob Sipe, Executive Director | Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority PARTICIPANTS Andrea Bell, Director of Housing Stabilization | Oregon Housing and Community Services Anas Ben Addi, Executive Director | Delaware State Housing Authority […]

Capital and Housing Markets Trends and Outlook (AC20)

Hear from leading industry experts about how capital markets are being impacted by COVID-19 and other factors. Learn how HFAs are issuing bonds and financing their homeownership and rental programs in the current environment. Discuss what to expect and how to prepare for the future. DISCUSSION LEADER Sergei Kuzmenchuk, Chief Financial Officer | Maryland Department […]

Addressing Homeowner Needs Post-Forbearance (AC20)

How are lessons learned from the Hardest Hit Program informing strategies for post-forbearance efforts? HFAs and industry experts discuss how counseling programs and servicers are adjusting to keep homeowners in their homes in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. DISCUSSION LEADER Cynthia Peraza, Director of Community Programs | Tennessee Housing Development Agency PARTICIPANTS Kristin Faust, […]

Keeping Residents with Special Needs Safe During a Pandemic (AC20)

Residents with special needs — including seniors and those who previously experienced homelessness — are especially vulnerable to the coronavirus. Explore strategies for mitigating the risk of infection in senior and supportive housing developments. Learn how owners, managers, and service providers are coordinating meals, sanitation measures, and resident engagement. Discuss the additional support needed in housing for […]

Building the Balance Sheet — Expanding Available Tools Part 2 (AC20)

The examination of potential financing strategies continues with a detailed conversation of other available financing tools utilized by HFAs, including new tax-exempt and pass-through bond strategies. Learn what an HFA should consider when determining its optimal financing strategy, and how each transaction could impact an agency’s financial ratings. DISCUSSION LEADER Cindy Harris, Chief Financial Officer […]

Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (AC20)

During this “micro-workshop,” Dr. Nita Mosby Tyler shares how to build systems of diversity, equity, and inclusion in an organization. Participants will learn how to “deconstruct” complex terms, discuss how to incorporate inclusivity at the strategic level, get advice on facilitating important internal conversations, and hear one HFA’s journey. PARTICIPANTS Debbie Herrera, Director, Human Resources […]

Microsoft Teams and Other Collaboration Tools (AC20)

With employees working from home during the pandemic, organizations are increasingly embracing internet-based collaboration tools to connect their teams. In this session, HFA and industry leaders share lessons learned and answer your questions about where to start and how to optimize use of collaborative systems. PARTICIPANTS Kelly Becker, Director, Information Technology | Colorado Housing and Finance Authority […]

Employee Healthcare Under COVID-19 (AC20)

Get expert insight on the Families First Coronavirus Response Act and recent developments in healthcare law that may impact your employees. Discuss best practices and lessons learned in employee health and safety during COVID-19. PARTICIPANT Alden Bianchi, Member | Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo, PC […]

Building the Balance Sheet — Expanding Available Tools Part 1 (AC20)

The changing financial and economic landscape of early 2020 provided HFAs with the opportunity to expand the ways they can build their balance sheets and execute capital market transactions. This two-part panel kicks off with an in-depth discussion of the benefits and considerations to executing the newly conceived CMO-Interest Only transaction. DISCUSSION LEADER Cindy Harris, […]