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2022 Fairfax County Housing Symposium

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THANK YOU!


We would like to express our sincere appreciation to all who joined us for the 2022 Fairfax County Housing Symposium! To our presenters, moderators, panelists, and to our many guests in the audience, we are very grateful for your engaged participation in today's discussions. We look forward to continuing the conversation and continuing our work to increase affordable housing opportunities in communities throughout Fairfax County. 

Video recordings from each session are now available in the tabs below. 

If you have any questions regarding the 2022 Fairfax County Housing Symposium, please email us at RHA@fairfaxcounty.gov. 
 

   

 

The third annual Fairfax County Housing Symposium will, once again bring together elected leaders, industry professionals, policy experts, and housing advocates with the primary goal of advancing the role of affordable housing within the fabric of our community.

This year’s theme – A Foundation for Economic Recovery, Growth, and Opportunity – will include a look at the impacts of and recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic; growing personal wealth through homeownership; advancing economic mobility through housing opportunities; and the preservation/modernization of affordable housing through innovation.

This year’s event will feature distinguished speakers who will highlight local successes, industry best practices, and critical areas of focus, that will guide the ongoing advancement of affordable housing opportunities in all areas of Fairfax County. 
 

PROGRAM AGENDA

Welcome:

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Ajay Vinzé, Ph.D., Dean, George Mason University School of Business
Melissa McKenna, Chair, Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority

Join us for welcoming remarks by elected officials as we kick off discussions regarding the importance of affordable housing and innovations occurring at the federal and local level.

Opening Remarks:

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General Deputy Assistant Secretary Jeffrey Little, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Congressman Gerry Connolly, U.S. House of Representatives
The Honorable Jeffrey McKay, Chairman, Fairfax County Board of Supervisors

Plenary Discussion: Collaboration and Regional Approaches to Increasing Affordable Housing

As our region grows, so too must our strategies to increase affordable housing options for all residents. Join a conversation led by Fairfax County Chairman Jeffrey McKay with experts on the importance of regionalism and partnerships as we move the needle on affordable housing.

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Moderator:
The Honorable Jeffrey McKay, Chairman, Fairfax County Board of Supervisors

 

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Keynote Speakers:
David Swift, Senior Product Manager, Amazon Housing Equity Fund
Jenny Schuetz, Ph.D., Senior Fellow, Brookings Institute Metro

 

Presentation

Public-private partnerships are a valuable tool to reduce barriers to affordable housing development, particularly in high-cost areas. This session will highlight public-private partnerships that have successfully transformed Fairfax County neighborhoods and increased the number of affordable housing options.

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Moderator: Supervisor John Foust, Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, Dranesville District

 

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Panelists:
Carmen Romero, President and Chief Executive Officer, APAH
Steve Wilson, President, SCG Development
Kamilah McAfee, President and Chief Executive Officer, Wesley Housing

 

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Homeownership is critical to accumulating household wealth and maintaining strong communities. However, opportunities for homeownership are increasingly difficult in our high-cost area. This session will focus on how communities can modify and advance homeownership practices to create equity and opportunity for all residents.

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Moderator:
Karla Bruce, Chief Equity Officer, Fairfax County

 

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Panelists:

Ryan McLaughlin, CEO, Northern Virginia Association of Realtors
Kevin Rabil, Executive Vice President, Van Metre Homes
Supervisor Dalia Palchik, Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, Providence District

 

Powerpoint Presentation

To truly meet the demand for affordable housing, innovative and creative financing tools are paramount. This session will provide examples of how to accelerate the development of units by leveraging financing tools, land, and partnerships.

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Moderator:
Supervisor James Walkinshaw, Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, Braddock District

 

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Panelists:

Anna Shapiro, Deputy Director, Real Estate Finance and Development, Fairfax County Department of Housing and Community Development
Jill Norcross, Executive Director, the Northern Virginia Affordable Housing Alliance
Art Bowen, Managing Director of Rental Housing, Virginia Housing

 

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QUESTIONS?

The information on this page will continue to be updated as the event nears. Additionally, registered attendees will also receive additional notifications related to event activities and information. If you have questions about the details above or are in need of any additional information for this event, please email RHA@fairfaxcounty.gov.

Thank you to our program sponsors:

 FCRHA     George Mason Universith School of Business

Northern Virginia Association of Realtors         Virgina Housing

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