Lisa Hensley

Lisa Hensley serves as the Managing Director of Homeownership Programs for the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority, a position she has held since 2021. She is responsible for creating and managing all CHFA’s first-time homebuyer loan programs to include first mortgages and down payment assistance to make housing more affordable, and its foreclosure prevention programs to keep families in their homes.

Previously, Lisa served as the Senior Vice President of Single-Family programs for the DC Housing Finance Agency. Her 6-year tenure was dedicated to increasing affordable housing through financing opportunities and sustaining homeownership through various special programs created to prevent foreclosure and homeowner displacement.

Previously in her career, she worked in various roles in the Mortgage Banking industry where she acquired her passion for affordable housing.

AC25 Session: HFAs Meeting the Needs of Today’s Home Buyers