As Chief Executive Officer, delivered effective governance and oversight that successfully transitioned the Authority from HUD receivership back to local governance in less than 2 years--6 months ahead of HUD's Oversight Agreement terms. The Authority owned and managed 572 units of public housing and 1834 Housing Choice Vouchers. Also served as President of the Lafayette Low Income Housing Corporation, the Authority's nonprofit affiliate, created to expand affordable housing development initiatives through public-private partnerships. Devised redevelopment and repositioning plan to address longstanding capital improvement needs; secured three (3) Rental Assistance Demonstrated (RAD) Awards through the Louisiana Housing Corporation.

As Chief Advisor to a volunteer Board of Directors, provided human resource management and fiscal oversight of multiple budgets exceeding $3.5 million; facilitated the housing needs of individuals with disabilities, seniors and others in need, within Lucas, Wood, Fulton, and Ottawa counties; provided top level strategic insight, defining the long term vision for the organization; spearheaded development efforts, securing funding from federal, state and local resources; developed a clearinghouse of best practices, tools, and resources that orchestrated an atmosphere of responsible operations, contracts management, programs management and optimal performance; developed policies and implemented practices that improved operational efficiencies and reduced costs.

Responsible for the efficient operations and overall management of the United States Department of Housing & Urban Development’s Low-Rent Public Housing and Capital Fund and Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Programs; the United States Department of Agriculture Summer Food Service Program; the Corporation for National and Community Service AmeriCorps VISTA Program; the United States Department of Labor Workforce Investment Act Program; and several Business Enterprises and related programs as approved by the Board of Commissioners. Oversees the indirect supervision of forty-one (41) employees. Achieves financial objectives by; developing fiscally responsible budgets; controlling costs; implementing progressive risk management plans, Aides in management of an annual budget of $11 plus million, maximizing the use of organizational assets. Oversees the management of low-income housing, renovations and upgrading existing housing, developing new rental and homeownership housing, and developing and implementing resident service programs.

Managed housing counseling program, providing intense services to over 300 low-wealth families in the Aiken County area. Assisted in the administration of state and local government funds, including HOME, Housing Trust Program, Community Homeownership Opportunities Program (CHOP), and Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), while also keeping well informed on various mortgage products, i.e., FHA, VA, HUD, and SCHFDA. Worked closely with the State Association of Community Development Corporations (SACDC) to administer the Individual Development Accounts (IDA) Program. Served as program spokesperson, implementing marketing and community outreach strategies that resulted in the recruitment of prospective homebuyers. Encouraged working relationships and partnerships with state and local agencies, businesses, financial institutions, governments, law enforcement, churches, and other nearby communities. Consistently maintained program compliance for 500 plus families, by conducting monthly internal audits and reinforcing lease-up and occupancy regulations as determined by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). ►Developed “30 mortgage worthy” individualst" over a 24-month period through planning and direction. ►Researched and implemented the organization’s Section 8 Homeownership Program, orchestrating and implementing a model for other housing authorities. ►Devised homebuyer education curriculum, facilitating and conducting homebuyer education seminars, workshops, and/or trainings.►Implemented the Individual Development Account (IDA) Program, leading (10) families to attainment of Homeownership, Small Business, or Higher Education.►Supervised staff of (3), facilitating professional growth.Maintained Nonprofit certifications for: Federal Housing Administration (FHA),HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency, Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO), and SC Housing Finance & Development Authority

Managed a $5 million grant program, as appropriated through the General Assembly under the Community Economic Development Act. Evaluated proposals, providing guidance that lead to stronger applications and funded community economic development projects across the state. Initiated and maintained relationships within private and public sectors, expanding business opportunities for certified Community Development Corporations. Worked closely with Governmental Affairs and the Department of Revenue to draft legislation for the community development tax credit program. Provided technical assistance through the facilitation of individual and group training workshops. Implemented a marketing program that promoted the use of tax credits and grants for the purpose of improving neighborhoods and communities. Consulted with local leaders, including elected or appointed officials, business/industry leaders, attorneys, bankers, investment brokers, organization members as well as public citizens, in the development of CDC projects. ►Devised policies and procedures for statewide program to assist certified organizations with community and economic development initiatives. ►Revised state policy for certification program; established due diligence process for nonprofit organizations to become certified through the state.

Analyzed credit risks, approving “high risk” loans. Reviewed all denied consumer, commercial and mortgage loans, contacting individuals for the establishment of individual plans to resolve barriers. Followed-up with customers to discuss applications, identifying areas of weakness and providing customer with step-by-step resolve. Recommended course of action and providing continued support that ultimately resulted in improvement of the applicant’s credit and/or financial situation. Originated and processed loans, working closely with local attorneys to close loans.►Awarded “Incentive Pay” for a suggesting that was adopted by Security Federal Bank. All homeowners would be notified as follows at the closing of their home loan: “Beware of Insurance Solicitations that appear to represent Security Federal Bank.”►Exceeded Financial Counseling Department’s annual goal of $100,000 within six (6) months of employment.