The New York State Association for Affordable Housing (NYSAFAH) is proud to present the 26th Annual New York State Affordable Housing Conference in New York City, Thursday May 15, 2025. This housing event is the largest in the nation and will include over 60 affordable housing industry exhibitors, 20 one hour professional workshops, plenary program with breakfast and key affordable housing panelists, a banquet luncheon with keynote, and a robust post-conference reception.
This year's conference planning committee is chaired by long-time NYSAFAH Board Officer, Deborah VanAmerongen, Strategic Policy Advisor at Nixon Peabody, LLP. Deborah and her committee members have planned a series of workshops that will engage a wide-array of housing professionals in finance, construction, design, development, management and policy. Attendees at all stages of professional development will learn the most up-to-date information about city, state and federal housing programs, new financing opportunities, and much more.
Also featured, the exceptional exhibit space at The Marriott Marquis, which affords every exhibitor the opportunity to "see and be seen". Every table top space faces into the lobbies of the main events on the 6th & 7th floors. There are no corners in which to hide!
If you have questions about the event, please email elizabeth@nysafah.org.
*Registration options include one-day (May 15 only) or two-day (May 14 & May 15) - please select the appropriate option.
Matthew Janeczko is responsible for both the operation and expansion of SCHDC’s mission of affordable, quality housing throughout the five boroughs and surrounding counties.
Anita Pelletier serves as counsel in Nixon Peabody's Nonprofit practice. She advises nonprofit organizations in matters relating to legal requirements and best practices in connection with governance and operational matters.
Carmel is a servant leader, passionate about building science, sustainability and equity. At Bright Power, she supports large-scale green and Passive House affordable housing projects through design and construction.
Brenda Rosen became CEO of Breaking Ground in 2011, overseeing BG’s dramatic growth across 29 housing & program sites. She is Board Chair of the Supportive Housing Network of NY, director of HSU, & an advisory member of NY Housing Conference.
Meghan Altidor represents nonprofit and for-profit developers in acquiring, constructing, rehabilitating and operating affordable housing developments around the country.
Patrick is a Senior Director at Enterprise overseeing the policy and communications portfolio.
As founder & president of Rochester’s Cornerstone Group and Cornerstone Property Managers, Roger Brandt has made an impact in real estate sectors in Upstate New York. Formed in 1990, RCG has developed in excess of $575 million of affordable housing.
Jeremy Busch represents a wide variety of clients in affordable housing whose diverse aims include the acquisition, rehabilitation, and preservation of low-income residential units.
Julia Casteleiro represents private, public, and nonprofit owners and developers of affordable housing.
Eric Enderlin joined the New York City Housing Development Corporation (HDC) as its President in October 2016 and was reappointed by Mayor Eric Adams in January 2022.
Leads Federal, State and Local Government Affairs for NYC HDC as well as Federal Affairs for NYC HPD
Bret Garwood is an Advisor to NYSAFAH. He previously served as CEO of Home Leasing and SVP of Multifamily Programs for NYS HCR. He holds a BS in Architecture from Lehigh University and a MS in City and Regional Planning from Cornell University.
David is a founding partner of MG Housing Strategies and Executive Director of the Housing Advisory Group, a national organization founded in 1993 to educate federal officials and advocate for the LIHTC and other housing issues.
Mark Ginsberg FAIA, LEED AP, a partner at Curtis + Ginsberg Architects, has over 40 years of experience in planning, urban design, institutional and housing projects. His work includes developments that comprise over 25,000 units of housing.
Steven Hochberg is the co-chair of Golenbock’s Real Estate group. He represents developers of market rate and affordable housing.
Alexandra Hohauser is an associate in Nixon Peabody’s Affordable Housing and Real Estate Group. Alexandra helps nonprofit and for-profit developers, sponsors, owners, and institutional investors in the development and preservation of affordable housing.
Kevin oversees People Inc.'s government and community relations at the local, state, and federal levels. He is active in affordable housing and healthcare issues in western New York, Albany and Washington D.C.
Brian Hsu, partner at Goldstein Hall PLLC, focuses on affordable housing, real estate finance, and co-op/condo law. He represents developers, lenders, and agencies in complex transactions involving tax credits, bond financing, and public-private funding.
Vice President, Multifamily Finance for HCR's 4% Multifamily Finance & Development Unit.
Lisa is responsible for leading Conifer's Development team across all aspects of real estate development, from conception through construction across the East Coast.
Becky oversees the Office of Housing Preservation at New York State Homes and Community Renewal which includes Sustainability, Rental Assistance Programs and the agency's housing portfolio.
Peter Lawrence is Chief Public Policy Officer of Novogradac, responsible for developing and executing Novogradac’s public policy strategy in the firm’s practice areas of affordable housing, community development, historic preservation and renewable energy
Mr. Levine specializes in the financial structuring and execution of affordable, multi-family real estate development transactions.
Monica brings more than 20 years of experience in mission-driven housing and community development.
Josie Morris represents real estate developers, owners, and institutional investors in all aspects of commercial real estate transactions.
Leads the National Leased Housing Association (NLHA), which advocates for federally assisted rental housing on behalf of developers, owners, managers, and housing agencies.
Kevin O’Connor has been RUPCO’s CEO since 2002, leading affordable housing efforts in the Hudson Valley. He serves on Pattern for Progress and National NeighborWorks boards, holds a B.A. from Marist College, and is a Harvard Kennedy School graduate.
George Poulon has served as Vice President and Director of Operations for Mega Contracting Group LLC since 1990.
Matthew was driven to the affordable housing industry through the stories of displaced residents throughout New York City; he aims to preserve and create housing to maintain an economically diverse city.
Dana represents nonprofit and for-profit owners in acquiring, constructing, developing, and preserving multifamily affordable and supportive housing.
Victoria leads local efforts to deliver Enterprise's capital platform to support our partners, and she oversees strategic development of programs and initiatives that support affordable housing production and preservation.
Darren Scott joined NYS Homes and Community Renewal in 2017 as Upstate East Director of Development. He has thirty years of experience in affordable housing development and neighborhood revitalization.
New Yorker with over two decades of experience in housing, planning, and policy innovation.
Joshua has been working in the NYC preservation space for the past 15 years, focused on Year 15 resyndications at first, and then larger acquisition-rehab Mitchell-Lamas and other Project-Based Section 8 portfolios.
Barika X Williams is the Executive Director of the Association for Neighborhood & Housing Development Inc. (ANHD), a leading nonprofit focused on creating housing and economic justice for all New Yorkers.
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Accord Power designs, finances, installs and maintains solar energy and energy storage systems in the tri-state area.
Founded in 1981 as a small start-up named Allee King Rosen & Fleming, AKRF now draws on a wide range of professional specialties to develop real-world solutions for ​​transportation, real estate, water, and energy ​clients. Offices
Founded in 1997, ALC Environmental is a Nationally Renowned Environmental Consulting, Training and Management Firm. Our team of experienced professionals works with most developers, lenders and NFP organizations in the NY affordable housing industry.
Arch’s Surety group provides a broad range of surety products for construction and commercial enterprises.
Aufgang is a full-service firm through the entire planning, design, and construction process. It is known for creative, cost effective and appealing architectural solutions that adhere to budget requirements and sustainability.
Benchmark Title Agency, LLC was founded by a team of title professionals with one goal in mind: to provide a level of service that exceeds the industry standard.
Callahan Construction Managers
Callahan is committed to building strong, long-lasting client relationships, and to consistently delivering solutions that exceed expectations.
Cannon Heyman & Weiss, LLP (CHW) is a boutique housing law firm with substantial experience in public and private financing, including municipal finance and low-income housing tax credit matters.
Christa Construction, a leader for four decades, delivers excellence in commercial, residential, and industrial projects, prioritizing quality, innovation, and client satisfaction.
Citi Community Capital (CCC) provides a suite of financial products to help affordable housing developers construct, rehabilitate, refinance, and acquire affordable multifamily housing across the country.
As a leading advisory, assurance, and tax firm, CohnReznick helps forward-thinking organizations achieve their vision by optimizing performance, maximizing value, and managing risk.
GF55 Architects is a nationally recognized architecture firm with a specific expertise in Mixed-Use Multifamily projects.
Your Property. Our Priority. Environmental Health & Safety Due Diligence & Remediation Management Construction Services
KeyBank’s corporate mission is to help clients and communities thrive. For its ability to lend to, invest in, and serve its communities, especially low- to moderate-income communities.
LaBella is a full-service consulting firm with 35 offices along the Eastern coast. Our suite of engineering, environmental, and architectural services offers our clients a one-stop shop of experts or an à la cart approach to fill in expertise gaps.
Lawley is a privately-owned, independent regional insurance firm specializing in property, casualty, and personal insurance, employee benefits, and risk management consulting.
Low Income Investment Fund (LIIF) is driving $5 billion in investments to strengthen communities (2020-2030)
Magnusson Architecture and Planning
For more than 35 yrs MAP has been centered on sustainable housing and community development. Our design approach prioritizes inclusivity, quality, and health, beginning with the understanding that everyone deserves beautiful, safe, supportive communities.
General Contracting, Construction Management, and Development firm offering a broad range of services, including design consulting, value engineering, predevelopment services, financing procurement, general contracting and construction coordination.
Merchants Capital is a proven leader in financing for multi-family and affordable housing nationwide. Experience the agility and attention of a boutique lender and syndicator, with all the might of a large institution.
Milford Street Association Captive Insurance Company
Finally, an insurance firm was created for us by us.
National Equity Fund, Inc. (NEF)
National Equity Fund is a nonprofit LIHTC syndicator, asset manager, and pioneer in affordable housing with a mission to create and deliver innovative, collaborative financial solutions to expand the creation and preservation of affordable housing.
Novogradac is a national professional services organization that consists of affiliates and divisions providing professional services that include certified public accounting, valuation and consulting with more than 25 offices nationwide.
We are the country’s first local green bank. We provide loans for energy efficiency and clean energy projects in NYC and throughout the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions.
New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) is the State’s affordable housing agency, with a mission to build, preserve, and protect affordable housing and increase homeownership throughout New York State.
Our efforts aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, accelerate economic growth, and improve the quality of life for all New Yorkers equitably
Paradigm Environmental provides advice, thoughtful solutions, integrated strategy, and value-added services to address today’s complex environmental concerns. Paradigm’s team of experts is available to guide each project from planning to conclusion.
Through the Power of Partnership, Pike Residential provides construction services to the multi-family residential market. Our focus areas are senior housing, apartments, and student housing.
U.S. Bancorp Impact Finance, a subsidiary of U.S. Bank, is an industry leader in providing financial solutions that help create positive impact for communities and the environment.
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