Young Talent

AHF recognizes six industry up-and-comers.

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Meet six young men and women who are making significant contributions to affordable housing.

All 40 or younger, this year’s group of rising stars work in the industry’s many different fields—development, finance, asset management, and policy. More than just good at their jobs, they are pushing their companies to new heights and taking an active role in improving the larger industry.

Today, there’s much to be anxious about as the need for affordable housing grows and resources get more scarce. But, there’s also much to feel good about. Here are six reasons to be optimistic about the future:


  • Since 2008, Affordable Housing Finance has been honoring young people who are making a big difference in the field. The Young Leader award was created as a way to recognize their achievements while fostering the development of a new generation of leaders. The 2018 Young Leaders will be honored at AHF Live: The Affordable Housing Developers Summit, Nov. 12-14 at the Hyatt Regency Chicago.

  • About the Author

    Donna Kimura

    Donna Kimura is deputy editor of Affordable Housing Finance. She has covered the industry for more than 20 years. Before that, she worked at an Internet company and several daily newspapers. Connect with Donna at dkimura@questex.com or follow her @DKimura_AHF.

    About the Author

    Christine Serlin

    Christine Serlin is an editor for Affordable Housing Finance, Multifamily Executive, and Builder. She has covered the affordable housing industry since 2001. Before that, she worked at several daily newspapers, including the Contra Costa Times and the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. Connect with Christine at cserlin@zondahome.com or follow her on Twitter @ChristineSerlin.

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