SESSION DETAILS: THURSDAY
DAY 1 - THURSDAY, MAY 11
8 A.M. Registration Opens
e Getting a Roof over Your Head and
9 A.M. Breakfast
HARRISBURG BALLROOM (2ND FLOOR)
HO | GOVERNOR (2ND FLOOR)
Finding and paying for accessible housing is a challenge!
Removing physical barriers, paying the rent or mortgage,
making sure necessary supports are in place to improve health,
and engaging with the community are critical to success. New
changes to workplace rules, and Medicaid, impact buyers
and lenders. Find out how the homeownership market may
be impacted by an increase in buyers with disabilities who
have higher incomes from employment, and who are living
independently of family and institutions.
Moderator:
Roberta Schwalm, Manager of Special Initiatives, PHFA
Panelists:
Ginny Rogers, Director, Bureau of Participant Operations,
Department of Human Services, Office of Long-Term Living
Amy Snider, “21 and ABLE” Project Staff, ACTION-Housing
Larry Knopf, Senior Loan Officer, Residential Mortgage Services
the Future of Accessible Homeownership
10 A.M. Welcome by PHFA Executive Director
Brian Hudson
HARRISBURG BALLROOM (2ND FLOOR)
10:15 A.M. Keynote Address by Dr. Eric Klinenberg HARRISBURG BALLROOM (2ND FLOOR)
10:45 A.M. Housing Marketplace Opens; Break
PENNSYLVANIA BALLROOM (2ND FLOOR)
11 A.M.–NOON
EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS - FIRST GROUP
q The State of the Tax Credit Market:
An Update on Latest Developments
MF | LELAND (2ND FLOOR)
Listen to a dynamic dialogue of housing credit investors and
syndicators about the current state and future direction of the
tax credit equity market. The discussion will cover market and
investment trends, the outlook for tax reform and potential
legislative changes, and preservation of existing portfolios.
(Because of anticipated demand for this topic, this session will
repeat at 2:30 today.)
Moderator:
Holly Glauser, Director of Development, PHFA
Panelists:
Tom Houlihan, Vice President, Capital One Financial Corp.
Tony Lyons, Vice President Regional Manager,
National Equity Fund
Chris Paul, Vice President of Development, Diamond
and Associates
w Fair Housing Update
LE | PENN HARRIS (3RD FLOOR)
This session will cover topics including updates on recent HUD
guidance regarding gender identity in emergency shelters,
sexual and other forms of harassment in housing, and nuisance
and zoning ordinances. Speakers will also discuss other recent
significant legal activities in the fair housing world, including
HUD’s guidance on using criminal background screening, limited
English proficiency, and HUD’s requirements to affirmatively
promote fair housing. Moderator:
Lisa Gaffney, Housing Director, Chester Economic
Development Authority
Panelists:
Rachel Wentworth, Executive Director, Housing Equality Center
of Pennsylvania Manufactured Housing Association
Lauren Starlings, Assistant Counsel, PHFA
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r Learn More About the Useful Information in the
American Housing Survey HR | COMMONWEALTH (1ST FLOOR)
The American Housing Survey (AHS) provides up-to-date
information about the size and composition of the housing
inventory in the United States. As the country grows, so does
the demand for housing. There is a great need for information
about the types of homes in which people are now living and
the characteristics of these homes, as well as the costs of
running and maintaining them. The AHS is sponsored by the
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and
conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau. Learn more about this
valuable resource and how to access data for Philadelphia and
Pittsburgh metropolitan areas.
Moderator:
Scott Davis, GIS Technician, PHFA
Panelists:
David A. Vandenbroucke, Senior Economist,
U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development Evan Brassell, Survey Statistician, U.S. Census Bureau
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DAY 1 - THURSDAY, MAY 11 (Continued)
t HEMAP: A Program Update and Q&A Session
HO | U S BOARDROOM (3RD FLOOR)
This session will provide an update about the 33-year-old
Homeowners’ Emergency Mortgage Assistance Program,
share some statistical information, and explain changes recently
made to the Act 91 Notice that starts the application process for
a HEMAP loan. Attendees also will have an opportunity to
ask questions about the application process, eligibility
requirements, etc.
Moderator and Panelist:
Lori Toia, HEMAP Director, PHFA
Panelists:
Jada Greenhowe, Assistant Counsel, PHFA
Roberta Sheaffer, Manager of Loan Processing, PHFA
i Demystifying FHA
y Engaging At-Risk Veterans through
Financial Education
CE | BRIDGEPORT (2ND FLOOR)
This session will explore the need for, and utility of, financial
education from the perspective of two at-risk veteran
populations: those preparing for re-entry from incarceration and
those in transition from homelessness. Both sub-groups pose
unique challenges and limitations in terms of logistics, utility,
and engagement of any programming, much less financial
education. Drawing on real world case studies, panelists will
share discussions they’ve had with vets about evaluating pay
statements, creating a spending plan, and managing risk in
a state prison, or convincing near-homeless vets to save and
invest, evaluate employee benefits, and minimize taxes. The
incarcerated and transition veterans were educated about these
topics through PHFA’s financial education program “Building
Your Financial House.” Moderator:
Holly Chase, Financial Education Officer, PHFA
Panelists:
Nicolas Gilliland, Chief, Reintegration and Outreach Division,
Pa. Department of Military and Veterans Affairs
Christopher Reed, Activities Manager II, Pa. Department of
Corrections – Veteran’s Services Unit
William Reed, Director of Veteran’s Services, YWCA of
Greater Harrisburg
Darryl Simpson, Veteran and Program Participant
MF | METROPOLITAN B-C (2ND FLOOR)
Are you a developer that has avoided the use of FHA for
construction loans? Join us as we demystify the land of FHA
construction funding and show how the increasingly competitive
marketplace has made FHA loans attractive for
new construction.
Moderator:
William Ferrell, Vice President, Multifamily Agency Finance,
PNC Real Estate
Panelists:
Victor Agusta, Senior Vice President, Bellwether Enterprise Real
Estate Capital
Gabe Seghi, Vice President, Hunt Companies
Terry Wellman, Vice President and FHA Chief Underwriter,
PNC Multifamily Capital
o Walking Tour: Presbyterian Apartments
MF | ST | MEET IN HILTON LOBBY
Presbyterian Apartments is one of the multifamily properties that
took advantage of PHFA’s Preservation through Smart Rehab
program five years ago to make improvements like energy
efficient windows and updated heating and cooling systems.
These changes help the property continue to offer affordable
housing to its residents now and into the future. Take a short
walk through downtown Harrisburg and then enjoy a guided
tour explaining enhancements to the building. (The tour will be
offered three times on Thursday.)
Tour Guide: PHFA Staff Meet your tour guide in the Hilton lobby on the first floor.
Limited to 20 people.
NOON- Lunch
HARRISBURG BALLROOM (2ND FLOOR)
1 P.M. Keynote Address by Chef Jeff Henderson
HARRISBURG BALLROOM (2ND FLOOR)
1:30-2:30 P.M. Dessert and “Meet and Greet” with
Chef Jeff in Housing Marketplace Exhibit Hall
PENNSYLVANIA BALLROOM (2ND FLOOR)
2:30-3:30 P.M.
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1) Best Practices: Navigating the Cost Certification, Part 1
Case Study: Lessons Learned from Building Affordable
Multifamily Housing MF | HARRISBURGER (3RD FLOOR)
After eight decades of experience and with 4,500 housing units
spread across 31 developments, you tend to learn a lot about
how to do things efficiently and affordably. During this session,
the panelists will break down what they’ve learned in the
multifamily development process that has helped them achieve
lower construction costs. They’ll also explore how they’ve
reduced operation costs and maintained value for residents
through replication, coordination and innovation.
Panelists:
Jeff Davis, Senior Vice President/CFO,
Presbyterian Senior Living
Jeff Sturla, Vice President of Business Development,
Wohlsen Construction Company
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EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS - SECOND GROUP
MF | LELAND (2ND FLOOR)
You’re a developer who’s been awarded Low-Income Housing
Tax Credits. Construction has been completed, and the tenants
have moved in. You eagerly anticipate receipt of your IRS
Form 8609 to claim the credits. Learn more about this detailed
process from our PHFA panel. (This session covers material
requiring two sessions. Part two will follow in the next group of
sessions at 4 p.m.)
Presenters:
Carol Carroll, Senior Development Officer, PHFA
Chrissi Gerbig, Senior Development Officer, PHFA
Joanna Ball, Assistant Tax Credit Officer, PHFA
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DAY 1 - THURSDAY, MAY 11 (Continued)
1! The State of the Tax Credit Market – An Update on
Latest Developments (Repeated session)
MF |
| HARRISBURGER (3RD FLOOR)
Listen to a dynamic dialogue of housing credit investors and
syndicators about the current state and future direction of the
tax credit equity market. The discussion will cover market and
investment trends, the outlook for tax reform and potential
legislative changes, and preservation of existing portfolios. Moderator:
Holly Glauser, Director of Development, PHFA Panelists:
Tom Houlihan, Vice President, Capital One Financial Corp.
Tony Lyons, Vice President Regional Manager,
National Equity Fund
Chris Paul, Vice President of Development, Diamond
and Associates
Pennsylvania Homeowners’ Clean Water Issues and
1@
Current and Emerging Solutions
HO | BRIDGEPORT (2ND FLOOR)
“All known forms of life depend on water.” (Wiki) This session
will explore the many challenges surrounding domestic water,
including: septage management and its impact on storm water
run-off and “gray” water disposal, safe drinking water, and water
for other household uses. The discussion also will cover current
and emerging solutions.
Moderator:
Roberta Schwalm, Manager of Special Initiatives, PHFA
Panelists:
Brion Johnson, Deputy Executive Director
for Project Management, PENNVEST
Rebecca Hayden Kennedy, Hydrologist and PENNVEST
Region IV Project Specialist
Mike Kyle, Executive Director, Lancaster Area Sewer Authority
1# The Federal Outlook
GA | PENN HARRIS (3RD FLOOR)
This session will examine the status of federal legislation,
proposed and recently enacted regulatory changes, and
initiatives that impact the housing industry, including the federal
budget outlook. Come prepared to learn about the most recent
activity in Washington and what that could mean for the future of
housing finance and development. Moderator:
William Fogarty, Director of Government Affairs, PHFA
Panelists:
Peter Knight, Director of Government Relations,
Federal Home Loan Bank of Pittsburgh
Ethan Handelman, Vice President for Policy and Advocacy,
National Housing Conference
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1$ The Community Reinvestment Act and Mortgage
Lending in Pennsylvania:
Research and Practice
HR | GOVERNOR (2ND FLOOR)
This session will provide research and dialogue on trends in
mortgage-lending in low-income communities following the
2010 housing crisis. In this session you will hear preliminary
findings from the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia on
the impact of the change in low- and moderate-income
neighborhood definitions on Community Reinvestment Act
(CRA) mortgage lending. In addition, learn about the Home
Mortgage Explorer, a new data dashboard which enables users
to explore trends in mortgage lending for state, metropolitan,
and non-metropolitan areas. The panel will also feature a
community partner who will discuss current mortgage lending
trends as observed from their work, and the impact of CRA.
Presenters:
Lei Ding, Community Development Economic Advisor,
Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia
Kyle DeMaria, Community Development Research Analyst,
Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia
Terri Hasson, Director of Community Reinvestment,
WSFS Bank
1% Providing Supportive Housing:
LIHTC Application Incentives + Development +
Services Partner = Success
HS | MF | METROPOLITAN B-C (2ND FLOOR)
In this supportive housing session, the moderator will introduce
and briefly describe how PHFA encourages supportive
housing through its Low-Income Housing Tax Credit funding
requirements. The panelists will join the discussion to share the
developer’s perspective on a supportive housing deal and the
service provider’s approach at a property that has a preference
for supportive housing/special needs units. Moderator and Panelist:
Gelene Nason, Manager of Housing Services, PHFA
Panelists:
Laura Northup, Director of Development,
Mullin & Lonergan Associates
Juliet Marsala, Director of Community Support Services, Inglis
1^ Using the Web to Reach Your Customers
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Communications with the public (and potential customers)
via the web offers tremendous potential and affordability, but
the technology is always changing and you can get lost in
the technobabble. Using common terminology and real-life
examples, this session will start by focusing on content and
audience, so your communications are on target and take best
advantage of this new media. It then will address the behavioral
dimension of social media to help you best reach your audience.
Plus it will include a focus, specifically, on how to use Facebook
effectively for communicating with your intended market. Finance
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Housing Services
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DAY 1 - THURSDAY, MAY 11 (Continued)
Moderator: Virginia Roth, President, PPO&S
Panelists: Wes Snider, Director, Client Solutions, MANSI Media
Marcia Perry, Principal, Perry Media Group
Jennifer Andren, Vice President – Media Director, PPO&S
1& Developing Small-Scale Housing and
Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation Projects:
Challenges and Opportunities
MF | HO | COMMONWEALTH (1ST FLOOR)
Not every community has the need for, or can support, largescale housing projects, but some communities may benefit from
small-scale projects that address a specific underserved market
segment (e.g., the elderly, first-time homebuyers) or that provide
infill housing as part of a targeted neighborhood revitalization
strategy. Pennsylvania has some of the oldest housing stock in
the country, which often poses a challenge for local communities
looking to address housing quality, particularly for older residents
who own their home and desire to age in place. This session will
provide examples of small-scale housing development projects
and owner-occupied rehabilitation programs, and will discuss
the challenges and opportunities that are involved in these types
of developments.
Moderator:
David Buches, Community Investment Manager,
FHLBank Pittsburgh
Panelists: Chris Gulotta, Principal, The Gulotta Group, LLC
Rich Kisner, Executive Director, Columbia County
Housing and Redevelopment Authorities
Cindy Linville, Home Improvement Director,
Redevelopment Authority of the County of Washington
Megan Krider, Senior Affordable Housing Specialist,
FHLBank Pittsburgh
1* Walking Tour: Presbyterian Apartments
MF | ST | MEET IN HILTON LOBBY
Presbyterian Apartments is one of the multifamily properties that
took advantage of PHFA’s Preservation through Smart Rehab
program five years ago to make improvements like energy
efficient windows and updated heating and cooling systems.
These changes help the property continue to offer affordable
housing to its residents now and into the future. Take a short
walk through downtown Harrisburg and then enjoy a guided tour
explaining enhancements to the building. (This is the second
time the tour will be offered on Thursday.)
Tour Guide: PHFA Staff
Meet your tour guide in the Hilton lobby on the first floor.
Limited to 20 people.
4-5 P.M.
EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS - THIRD GROUP
1( Best Practices: Navigating the Cost Certification,
Part 2
MF | LELAND (2ND FLOOR)
You’re a developer who’s been awarded Low-Income Housing
Tax Credits. Construction has been completed, and the
tenants have moved in. You eagerly anticipate receipt of your
IRS Form 8609 to claim the credits. Learn more about this
detailed process from our PHFA panel. (This session covers
material requiring two sessions. This second part continues the
presentation that began in the previous hour.)
Presenters:
Carol Carroll, Senior Development Officer, PHFA Chrissi Gerbig, Senior Development Officer, PHFA
Joanna Ball, Assistant Tax Credit Officer, PHFA
2) Multifamily Financing for All
MF | PENN HARRIS (3RD FLOOR)
Explore the latest financing options and initiatives available to
multifamily housing developers to get the most “bang for
your buck.”
Moderator:
P. David Doray, Manager of Multifamily Underwriting, PHFA
Panelists:
Jessica Smith Perry, Assistant Director-Housing, Urban
Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh
Austin Kranz, Multifamily Housing Coordinator,
Rural Development, USDA
Monica Sussman, Esquire, Partner, Nixon Peabody
2! PHFA Mortgage Financing Options
to Help Seal the Deal
HO | COMMONWEALTH (1ST FLOOR)
Learn the nitty-gritty about affordable mortgage options to assist
homebuyers and homeowners. This session will explore the
mortgage financing resources offered by PHFA to help boost
your sales and increase your knowledge of various home loan
products. Hear how our first mortgage programs can be used in
conjunction with our down payment and closing cost assistance
program, homebuyer tax credit, and other program add-ons.
Refinance options and home repair products to assist eligible
homeowners also will be discussed. Presenters:
Coleen Baumert, Director of Homeownership Programs, PHFA Brooke Proctor, Business Development Officer, PHFA
3:30-4 P.M. Refreshment Break in Housing Marketplace PENNSYLVANIA BALLROOM (2ND FLOOR)
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2@ State Legislative Update
GA | METROPOLITAN B-C (2ND FLOOR)
During this session, we will discuss the utilization and
effectiveness of existing statutes, what new ideas are in the
pipeline, and any other legislation impacting the tools currently
available to combat decreased property values, abandonment
and disinvestment in communities. Hopefully, along the way,
we’ll engage in thoughtful conversation regarding concepts that
could continue to build on the investment already taking place.
Moderator:
Melissa Grover, Government Affairs Associate, PHFA
Panelists:
Speakers will include key staff members from the Pennsylvania
House and Senate
Using PHARE Across the Commonwealth
ST | GOVERNOR (2ND FLOOR)
This session will highlight the best practice work being done
with the PHARE program in municipalities across the state.
Additionally, the presentations will provide an overview of the
new funding (Realty Transfer Tax) supporting the program and
creative ways that critical housing and community development
needs are being addressed with the funds. Panelists will present
thoughtful work that has been successfully achieved with the
Marcellus Shale funds to highlight the types of creative projects/
programs that can be funded with PHARE.
Moderator: Bryce Maretzki, Strategic Planning and Policy Director, PHFA
Panelists:
Andrew French, Executive Director, Redevelopment Authority
of the County of Fayette
Kim Wheeler, Deputy Director of Planning, Lycoming County
Planning and Community Development Department
2#
2% The Home and Community Based Services Settings
Rule: An Opportunity to Support Meaningful
Community Inclusion
2^ How Equity Syndicators Manage the Syndication Process
HR | BRIDGEPORT (2ND FLOOR)
New research has just been completed on the topic of rural
housing by Rapoza Associates and the National Rural Housing
Coalition in Washington, DC. Hear about how the study was
designed and, most importantly, what was learned from the
survey of rural housing organizations around the country. If
your work pertains to rural housing, this is your chance to stay
abreast of the latest research findings on what is going on with
rental housing, homeownership, and rural water. Ample time will
be provided for Q&A.
Presenters: Bob Rapoza, Executive Secretary,
National Rural Housing Coalition Audrey Johnston, Policy Associate, Rapoza Associates
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MF | HARRISBURGER (3RD FLOOR)
Do you know where your deal is being invested? This panel
will discuss where deals are placed and what that means for
underwriting, market review, and closing. The subtle, and not so
subtle, differences between direct, proprietary and multi-investor
funds can be confusing. This session will help you make sense
of it all.
Presenters: Macy Kisilinsky, Vice-President Originations, PNC Real Estate Tax Credit Capital
Meg Ryan, SVP, Manager of Investment Sales and Services,
PNC Tax Credit Capital
Holly Glauser, Director of Development, PHFA
2& Walking Tour: Presbyterian Apartments
2$ New Rural Housing Research: What was Learned?
HS | MF | U S BOARDROOM (3RD FLOOR)
Attendees to this session will hear details about the new Home
and Community Bases Services Setting Rule. The presenter will
provide an overview of how Pennsylvania is implementing the
rule and will explain specific impacts on multifamily housing and
services models.
Presenter:
Sherry Snyder Lerch, Consultant, Technical Assistance
Collaborative
MF | ST | MEET IN HILTON LOBBY
Presbyterian Apartments is one of the multifamily properties that
took advantage of PHFA’s Preservation through Smart Rehab
program five years ago to make improvements like energy
efficient windows and updated heating and cooling systems.
These changes help the property continue to offer affordable
housing to its residents now and into the future. Take a short
walk through downtown Harrisburg and then enjoy a guided tour
explaining enhancements to the building. (This is the third and
final time the tour will be offered.)
Tour Guide: PHFA Staff
Meet your tour guide in the Hilton lobby on the first floor.
Limited to 20 people.
Networking Reception
5-6:30 P.M. Networking reception located in
the Housing Marketplace Exhibit Hall
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SESSION DETAILS: FRIDAY
DAY 2 - FRIDAY, MAY 12
8 A.M. Breakfast
HARRISBURG BALLROOM (2ND FLOOR)
3) Resources Available for Multifamily
8:45 A.M. Welcome to Day 2 by PHFA Executive Director
Brian Hudson
Housing Energy Efficiency HARRISBURG BALLROOM (2ND FLOOR)
8:50 A.M. Awards Ceremony
HARRISBURG BALLROOM (2ND FLOOR)
9:15 A.M. Keynote Address by Dr. Elliot Eisenberg
HARRISBURG BALLROOM (2ND FLOOR)
10 A.M. Break
10:15 A.M. – 11:15 A.M.
EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS - FOURTH GROUP
2* Current Trends in Tax Exempt Financing for Multifamily
Housing
LE | MF | LELAND (2ND FLOOR)
Tax exempt financing for multifamily projects has been on the
rise due to the competitive nature of the 9 percent tax credit and
market conditions. This panel will discuss current trends and
the agency’s processing of 4 percent credit transactions using a
variety of models.
Moderator:
Jada Greenhowe, Assistant Counsel, PHFA
Panelists:
Susan McPhedran, Senior Real Estate Development Manager,
Mission First Housing Group
Daniel Turner, Esquire, Turner Law
P. David Doray, Manager of Multifamily Underwriting, PHFA
2( The Challenges and Successes of Using New Markets
Tax Credits
FI | PENN HARRIS (3RD FLOOR)
This session highlights three Commonwealth Cornerstone Group
transactions using New Markets Tax Credits as a source of
funding. Hear real-life experiences from the sponsors, including
but not limited to:
• Putting together an attractive deal
• Securing all funding sources
• Obtaining an investor
• Acquiring approvals and paperwork
• Navigating the closing process
• Overcoming construction obstacles
Moderator:
Charlotte Folmer, Director, Commonwealth Cornerstone Group
Panelists: Alan Shuman, President and Broker of Record,
Shuman Development Group
Erika Petach, President, Blind and Vision Rehabilitation
Services of Pittsburgh
David Martens, President and Chief Financial Officer,
Zamagias Properties
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MF | COMMONWEALTH (1ST FLOOR)
Act 129, which became effective in November 2008,
requires electric utility companies to cost-effectively reduce
electricity consumption and peak demand on their systems.
One way to do this is through energy efficiency measures.
Electric utility companies have developed programs for
residential and commercial customers to reduce energy output
in their properties. The electric utility companies have now
launched new programs that will provide incentives for energy
efficiency measures in affordable multifamily housing during
the next five years. The panel will do a summary/overview of
multifamily energy efficiency programming from across the
state, with a focus on logistics and practical tips for building
owners/managers. Moderator:
Victoria Bourret, Communications and Project Manager,
Housing Alliance of PA
Panelists:
Elizabeth R. Marx, Staff Attorney, Pennsylvania Utility Law
Project (PULP)
Sarah Ralich, Energy and Construction Manager,
ACTION-Housing
3! Better Understanding Millennials
ST | HARRISBURGER (3RD FLOOR)
This session will help answer questions about the Millennial
generation and uncover where this younger population segment
is so different from, and similar to, others. Hear from experts
who have done extensive studies regarding Millennials to better
understand this generation’s values, needs and perspectives.
Learn about the trends developing around the Millennial
generation. This is a popular Forum session repeated from 2015
and updated with the latest research findings.
Moderator:
Renae Hodges, Communications Officer, PHFA
Panelists: Michael Shields, Researcher, Boston Area Research Initiative;
Ph.D. Candidate, Northeastern University
Dr. Michele Lee Kozimor-King, Associate Professor of
Sociology, Elizabethtown University
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3@ Demographic Trends, and Trends in Rental Housing
Affordability
HR | GOVERNOR (2ND FLOOR)
Pennsylvania’s population is changing all the time, and it’s not
just about people leaving or entering the state. Demographic
data reveals how Pennsylvanians are living differently in their
homes, as family sizes grow and shrink and people choose
to rent or own. Hear the latest insights from the director
of the State Data Center regarding Pennsylvania’s shifting
demographics and changes in how we choose to live. Plus,
don’t miss this chance to learn about a new rental housing
affordability data tool made available to housing professionals by
the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia. This new tool helps
users examine trends in rental housing affordability across the
state. Learn more directly from the researcher who developed it. Moderator:
Scott Davis, GIS Technician, PHFA
Panelists:
Susan Copella, Director, Pennsylvania State Data Center,
Penn State Harrisburg
Eileen Divringi, Community Development Research Analyst,
Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia
3# Creating Strategic Partnerships with a PHFA Housing
Counseling Agency
CE | U S BOARDROOM (3RD FLOOR)
PHFA has an extensive network of housing counseling agencies
that provide a variety of housing services throughout the
commonwealth. Many of these agencies also serve as nonprofit community housing development organizations. Housing
counseling specialists provide guidance and advice to help
consumers improve their housing conditions and meet the
responsibility of tenancy and homeownership. The programs
they offer include: financial educational and coaching services;
budgeting and saving techniques; information about closing cost
assistance and reduced fees for loan origination; anti-predatory,
fair lending and fair housing counseling; and energy assistance.
If you are a lender, a developer of multi-tenant housing or a
provider of affordable single-family homes, come learn how
partnering with a counseling agency can benefit your company.
Moderator:
Terri Redmond, Manager of Counseling/Education, PHFA
Panelists: Otis Bullock, Executive Director, Diversified Community
Services
Jim Stark, Chief Operating Officer, Fayette County Community
Action Corporation
Amy Casciani, Senior Vice President of Real Estate
Development, PathStone Corporation
SESSION TOPIC KEY:
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Webcast Available
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3$ The Art of Design Meets the Art of Aging:
Affordable Housing with Services
HS | METROPOLITAN B-C (2ND FLOOR)
Attendees will learn what is meant by affordable housing with
services. The presenters will demonstrate planning techniques
and will provide an overview of how to improve the lives of
seniors through innovative supportive services.
Moderator:
Gelene Nason, Manager of Housing Services, PHFA
Presenters:
R. Max Kent, Assistant Vice President of Plans and Logistics,
NewCourtland Senior Services
Nancy Bastian, AIA, Partner, Cecil Baker + Partners
3% Trauma-informed Community Development: Innovative Strategies Bridging Community
Development and Health
ST | BRIDGEPORT (2ND FLOOR)
This workshop will explore trauma-informed community
development strategies applied in varied settings (urban,
rural and suburban). Through a deep dive into work in
different communities, the workshop will highlight cross-sector
collaboration between community development organizations
and health partners to respond to community and individuallevel trauma – revitalizing neighborhoods and broader
communities.
Moderator:
Sarah Norman, Director, Healthy Homes and Communities,
NeighborWorks America
Panelists:
Tess Donie, Community Engagement Specialist, NKCDC
Zoe Van Orsdol, Community and Economic Development
Associate, Impact Services
11:15 A.M. Break
11:30 A.M. – 12:15 P.M. Keynote address and Q&A
by Trulia’s Dr. Cheryl Young
HARRISBURG BALLROOM (2ND FLOOR)
12:15 P.M. Closing remarks
HARRISBURG BALLROOM (2ND FLOOR)
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