WAHNcast

We are thrilled to announce a very special episode of WAHNcast featuring the legendary Nan McKay! Known for her pioneering work in the housing industry, Nan shares her incredible journey from humble beginnings to building a thriving company that now has over 1,000 employees. With stories of her early career, working 17 different jobs, including a flight attendant and cocktail waitress, to her lead...

Kimberlee Schreiber is a trailblazing woman on the executive leadership team at The Michaels Organization.  Kimberlee’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. Starting as a leasing agent, she rose to become President of one of the nation's top management companies. Her leadership is rooted in empowering others, with over 300 teammates promoted in just the last year under her guidance!  In this epi...

This week on WAHNcast, we're thrilled to spotlight Delicia Gunn, Founder and CEO of Indigo Engineered and Hempselation LLC.  Delicia shares her remarkable journey from her roots in Baton Rouge, inspired by her childhood friend's battle with cancer caused by environmental toxins, to becoming a trailblazer in sustainable engineering. Her latest venture, Hempselation LLC, is revolutionizing the const...

We're thrilled to announce our latest episode featuring none other than Cindy Prater,  Alabama WAHN President and our WAHNderful Woman of the Year! Cindy's passion for affordable housing shines in this heartwarming and inspiring conversation. From her journey into the industry to building an unstoppable chapter, Cindy embodies leadership, generosity, and the spirit of community.  Listen in as Cind...

We're excited to introduce Wendy Tamis Robbins in our latest WAHNcast episode! Wendy is an inspiring advocate for mental health, a seasoned attorney, author, and speaker who openly shares her journey of overcoming anxiety and finding peace. Wendy, our keynote at this past year’s WAHN Summit, brings her valuable insights on managing burnout, balancing career demands, and breaking the stigma around...

In honor of Veterans Day, we’re excited to share our latest WAHNcast episode featuring the inspiring Dominique Dove, Government Appellate Attorney with the U.S. Army JAG Corps and a powerful advocate for veterans and affordable housing! Join us for a deep dive into her journey championing equitable military policies, including groundbreaking changes in parental leave and support for women in the a...

We are beyond excited to bring you the latest episode of WAHNcast, featuring Katie Goar from Quadel Consulting. In this inspiring episode, Katie shares her journey from babysitting at age 12 to leading an innovative company at the forefront of affordable housing solutions. We dive deep into the importance of creativity, leadership, and work-life balance, including how Katie empowers her team to br...

We are excited to feature Nicole Ferreira, President of CPC Mortgage Company at the Community Preservation Corporation, in our latest WAHNcast episode! Nicole has forged a remarkable career in affordable housing, holding key leadership roles across the public and private sectors, including Beacon Communities and New York State Homes and Community Renewal. As an adjunct professor at both Pratt Inst...

In this latest WAHNcast episode, technical experts Christina Reick Loukas and Quin Seiler, shareholders at Winthrop & Weinstine, take a deep dive into the complexities of Year 15 issues in affordable housing. With decades of combined experience in construction and real estate litigation, Christina and Quin break down key red flags, legal strategies, and practical advice to help developers and...

In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, WAHN is thrilled to feature the incredible Cat Vielma , a trailblazer in the affordable housing industry, and member of our Advisory Board. With over 20 years of experience spanning public, private, and nonprofit sectors, Cat has dedicated her career to ensuring that hardworking families have access to safe, affordable housing.  Born in Chile and...

We're excited to announce the latest episode of the #WAHNcast with Kamilah McAfee, CEO of Wesley Housing in DC, as her and the company celebrate their 50th Anniversary!  Their theme is "celebrating the legacy of our past, inspiring hope for our future".  Kamilah shares her inspiring journey, starting from her first internship at a Big 5 accounting firm to leading one of the most impactful affordab...

We’re thrilled to share our latest episode of the WAHNcast featuring the incredible Stacy Bliagos, Executive Director of HANAC.  It is great timimg because you can help support them at their GALA in October!!  In this inspiring conversation, Stacy dives into her journey— from growing up in an immigrant family to her early job at a fake fur factory, to building her leadership in affordable housing....

In our latest episode, we are thrilled to sit down with Lopa Kolluri, Senior VP at M&T Bank, whose international and stateside journey in housing finance has transformed lives across sectors. From her early work in global development to leading affordable housing efforts here in the U.S., Lopa shares the powerful story of migration, community, and the pivotal role of home. Tune in to hear her...

Hear from the 3rd Generation leaders of the Atlanta Chapter

Join us for an inspiring power hour with Commissioner Eileen Higgins, a trailblazer and someone who has a lifetime of community service in communities she has lived around the world. She delves into her impactful work with innovative mixed-income projects and transformative community initiatives. An especially insightful part of the discussion is around logical interaction between government, legi...

Hear from the leaders of the original Ohio Chapter. 

Sharon's enthusiasm is truly infectious. Her unwavering commitment to aiding individuals with health and housing needs is unparalleled, and we consider ourselves fortunate to have her passion driving our industry forward. She articulates the profound impact of housing shortages, highlighting the alarming statistic that only one in four individuals in need of housing assistance actually receive it....

Hear from the leaders of the original Indiana Chapter. 

Join Ms. Hazel Ann Harris as she reflects on her upbringing in Georgia's cotton fields and the joy of her family's first home, highlighting the resilient community spirit and her mother's influence as a community leader. Enjoy hearing Ms. Harris's pride in her accomplished children, including Malaika Serrano who joins her for this episode, and her heartfelt bond with her grandchildren, topped off...

Emily Cadik is highly respected in the affordable housing sector, with WAHN as one of her biggest fan clubs. Her advice on exposure therapy as a tool for personal growth highlights her bravery, evident in her early career as a trailblazing woman in many male-dominated spaces. Through her insightful points on self-worth and knowledge sharing, she's earned widespread respect and continues to inspire...

The latest EmpowerHER series of WAHNcast highlights Lisa Lim, General Counsel of the New York City Public Housing Preservation Trust.  Lisa shares her journey, insights on navigating implicit bias and gender inequality, and perspectives on AAPI representation in leadership. Tune in for stories of resilience, leadership, and advocacy for equity in affordable housing. Don’t miss this enlightening co...

Angie and Sadie highlight how our board members' different talents, ability to communicate well, and passion for the industry make our organization strong. They bring a mix of skills that help us make a huge impact in the affordable housing industry.

A career trajectory spanning from law to nonprofit to banking has provided her with a unique vantage point, having experienced both sides of the closing table. This diverse background has enriched her perspective, enabling her to grasp the complete picture. Her multifaceted view empowers her to adeptly leverage funds, resources, and community elements to not only enhance affordable housing but als...

We have created an environment where you can be yourself.  When people can show up as themselves, you make real change, not just in this organization, not just in your community, in the entire affordable housing industry, and we are extremely passionate about the fact that this is a social issue that is the largest in the country, the largest in the world, and we are making a real impact.

The 'WHY WAHN' series of the WAHNcast sheds light on the reason Ann Cone and Richelle Patton started Atlanta WAHN as an informal networking group. We can think of no better way to kick off this series than to hear from them and explore why leadership and sponsors across the country are involved in WAHN.   editing done by @sam_production on Fiverr