NMHC | Staff

Doug Bibby

President

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Douglas M. Bibby is President of the National Multifamily Housing Council (NMHC), a national organization of more than 1,100 member firms involved in the multifamily housing industry. Under his leadership NMHC represents the industry on Capitol Hill and before the regulatory agencies, promotes research and the exchange of information, and advocates for rental housing across a broad spectrum of issues. Prior to joining NMHC, Bibby spent 16 years as a senior officer of Fannie Mae, where he served on the company’s Management Committee throughout his tenure. He was part of the top management team that is credited with the remarkable turnaround at Fannie Mae in the book Good to Great.

Bibby began his career with the worldwide communications firm J. Walter Thompson where he served a variety of clients both domestically and internationally over his 12-year career with the company. At the time of his departure from J. Walter Thompson, he was Senior Vice President and General Manager of the firm’s Washington, D.C. operations. Bibby has been active in the non-profit community of Washington, D.C. for the past 30 years.

Bibby graduated from Denison University with a B.A. degree and was honored with the university’s Alumni Citation Award in 2004. He also holds a Masters of Business Administration degree from the University of Texas at Austin.

Deborah Lee

Vice President, Administration

Deborah D. Lee is Vice President, Administration, with responsibility for NMHC’s internal operations, information systems, office management, and human resources. Deborah has over 18 years of management experience in operations and office management. For seven years previous to her present position at NMHC she served as Executive Assistant to the President and as Senior Director of Human Resources with primary responsibility for the support of the office of the President and support of the Senior Vice President of Finance and Operations. Prior to joining NMHC, Deborah was employed with CTA Incorporated, where she served as a Senior Administrative Assistant to the Program Manager on-site at the headquarters of the Federal Bureau of Investigation in Washington, DC. Deborah also worked as an Assistant Director of an early education franchise, with responsibility for feasibility studies for the acquisition of real estate to be used primarily for the establishment of early childhood education centers. Deborah attended University of Maryland University College, Adelphi, Maryland; State University of New York at New Paltz; and Montgomery College, Rockville, Maryland.

Kim Duty

Senior Vice President, Public Affairs and Industry Initiatives

Expertise:

Emerging Leaders, Resources to Promote Apartments

Kimberly Duty is Senior Vice President, Public Affairs and Industry Initiatives, with lead responsibility for developing and implementing a comprehensive strategic communications program for the Council. She oversees and directs three broad initiatives: NMHC's member information/content strategy, including digital/web communications; public affairs and public relations; and the industry’s technology initiative. She has 25 years of experience in the apartment sector. Prior to joining NMHC, Kim served as Assistant Director of the National Association of Home Builders' Multifamily Council where she managed the Council's legislative and regulatory issues and directed the group's communications and public relations program. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree (Phi Beta Kappa) in International Relations from The College of William & Mary, and she spent 18 months working at the Berlin, Germany Public Affairs Office during the fall of the Berlin wall. Kim also holds a Masters in Public Policy from Georgetown University.

Rick Haughey

Vice President, Industry Technology Initiatives

Expertise:

Parking, Marketing Leasing and Resident Services, Branding and Reputation Management, Marketing, Resident Preferences and Amenities, Automated Payments, Big Data and Business Intelligence, Information Technology, MITS Data Standard, Property Management Software, Revenue Management, Technology Trends and Innovation

Rick Haughey Is Vice President, Industry Technology Initiatives, with responsibility for directing NMHC's new Operations and Technology Initiative, where he will expand the strategic business and industry information the Council provides, covering a broad range of apartment operations issues. Prior to joining NMHC, Rick spent many years at the Urban Land Institute, where he was Director of Multifamily Development. There, he authored six editions of ULI’s Dollars and Cents of Multifamily Housing. He was also the author of the joint NMHC-ULI Getting Density Right: Tools for Vibrant Compact Development booklet. Rick also served as Senior Fellow at the National Housing Conference, where he focused on multifamily issues. Rick holds a Master of Science in Real Estate from Johns Hopkins University and a Bachelor of Arts in Urban Planning from the University of Maryland.

Jim Lapides

Vice President, Strategic Communications

Expertise:

Resources to Promote Apartments, Press Releases

Jim Lapides is Vice President, Strategic Communications, with primary responsibility for the Council’s marketing, media outreach, advertising, branding and digital operations, as well as communications strategy for the NMHC and National Apartment Association (NAA) Joint Legislative Program. Before joining NMHC, he held positions at the American Society of Landscape Architects, National Association of Home Builders and FleishmanHillard. His work has earned awards and recognition from PR News, Webby Awards, Washington Business Journal, ASAE , GD USA and others. He holds a B.A. in English and Communication from Denison University and a Masters in Communications from Johns Hopkins University.

Devin Bartley

Assistant Director, Communications and Marketing

Devin Bartley is Assistant Director Communications and Marketing, primarily responsible for the development of marketing and communications strategy as well as the creation of NMHC’s marketing programs and initiatives. Before joining NMHC Devin worked as a marketing consultant and analyst for a local DC area firm. He has also worked directly in the web and design space for various firms in DC and New York. His focus in both positions was on conceptualizing and implementing innovative website, design, and interactive marketing concepts. He spent his college career at Philadelphia’s Drexel University, where he studied Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing. He begins graduate coursework, in the Fall, at Harvard University, where he will focus on further honing is skills in the field.

Cindy Vosper Chetti

Senior Vice President, Government Affairs

Cindy Chetti is Senior Vice President for Government Affairs, with responsibility for implementing strategy for all legislative and regulatory issues of interest to the National Multi Housing Council and National Apartment Association Joint Legislative Program. For the previous 10 years, Chetti was the lead housing policy expert for the House Financial Services Committee, working as a member of the Senior Professional Staff for the Committee’s Republicans. Prior to that, she served six years with the House Financial Services Committee's Financial Services and Consumer Credit subcommittee. Chetti began her career working for former Congresswoman Marge Roukema (R-NJ), rising from a legislative assistant to Chief of Staff. Chetti holds a B.S. from Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University.

Betsy Feigin Befus

General Counsel

Expertise:

Diversity and Inclusion, Music Licensing, Net Neutrality

Betsy Feigin Befus is General Counsel, with principal responsibility for providing guidance on legal matters and developing legal strategies to advance organizational goals across NMHC’s functional areas. Betsy leads NMHC’s Diversity & Inclusion Initiative, a long-term commitment to promote diversity within the multifamily housing industry. As part of NMHC’s government affairs effort, Betsy has primary responsibility for the Council’s amicus brief program and related legal advocacy. She also handles key regulatory priorities including communications services policies impacting the rental apartment industry. Prior to joining NMHC in 2001, Betsy served as Attorney Advisor with the U.S. Department of Labor, where she drafted appellate decisions involving federal workers' compensation matters issued by the Department. Betsy earned a Juris Doctorate from the University of Iowa College of Law and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from Colorado State University. She is a member of the District of Columbia and Colorado Bars.

Matthew Berger

Vice President, Tax

Expertise:

Low Income Housing Tax Credit, Compensation and Benefits, Labor Policy and Unionization, Energy Efficiency Tax Incentives, Tax and Accounting, Carried Interest, Estate Tax, IRS Repair Regulations, Tax Depreciation Rules, Tax Extenders, Tax Reform, Student Housing, Capital Markets, Development Trends, Income Expense Survey, Market Conditions

Matthew M. Berger is Vice President of Tax, with responsibility for representing the interests of the multifamily industry before Congress and federal agencies on tax issues. Prior to coming to NMHC, Matthew worked as an economist and Press Secretary for the U.S. Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship. During that time, he served as Senator Olympia Snowe’s principal advisor on taxes, the economy and the federal budget Before his time on the Hill, Matthew was National Tax Manager for Deloitte Tax LLP in Washington, DC, where he covered the formulation of tax policy in Congress. Matthew graduated with distinction from Stanford University, where he did research with the Hoover Institution.

Lisa Blackwell

Vice President, Housing Policy

Expertise:

Affordable Housing, Limited English Proficiency, Domestic Violence Victims VAWA, Military Residents and Housing Protections

Lisa E. Blackwell is Vice President, Housing Policy and has primary responsibility for federal level housing issues for the NMHC/National Apartment Association Joint Legislative Program. Lisa has more than 25 years of government affairs and real estate experience. Before joining the Council, Lisa was the Managing Director of Government Affairs for the American Institute of Architects, where she developed legislative strategies on behalf of the nation's architects. Prior to that, she spent nine years with the National Association of Realtors working on a variety of housing issues. She also lobbied on behalf of Cornell University and worked for two members of Congress from New York State. Lisa holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from the State University of New York College at Fredonia.

Dave Borsos

Vice President, Capital Markets

Expertise:

Green Building Labeling and Disclosure, Finance and Capital Markets, CMBS, Covered Bonds, FHA Multifamily, GSEs and Housing Finance Reform, SEC Registration Requirements, Student Housing, Capital Markets, Development Trends, Income Expense Survey, Market Conditions

Dave Borsos is Vice President, Capital Markets and has primary responsibility for managing and guiding NMHC’s multifamily finance policy as it relates to federal legislative and regulatory issues impacting housing finance reform, the Federal Housing Administration and the regulation of financial markets. Dave has over 30 years of experience in real estate capital markets, banking and the sustainable energy markets. Before joining the Council, Dave ran DJB Enterprises whose primary focus was advisory services focused on the financial and energy markets for new business opportunities from inception through execution. He also spent 16 years at Freddie Mac in a variety of leadership roles within their Capital Markets groups focused both on the single and multifamily markets. Dave holds a BS in Chemical Engineering and an MBA in Finance from the University of Maryland.

Lisa Costello

Vice President, Political Affairs

Expertise:

NMHC PAC

Lisa Costello is Vice President of Political Affairs, with primary responsibility for directing and overseeing the operations of the NMHC Political Action Committee. Lisa utilizes her extensive experience in Washington to strengthen the political and advocacy efforts of NMHC’s government affairs department. Moving to DC from New Hampshire, she began her career on Capitol Hill working for her hometown Member of Congress. She later transitioned into the private sector, as a government affairs executive with several influential associations including The Independent Insurance Agents of America and US Telecom Association. Prior to joining NMHC, Lisa spent 13 years with the American Hotel & Lodging Association, where she advocated on an array of federal issues, oversaw PAC operations for the industry-leading HotelPAC and advised member companies on legislative and regulatory compliance issues.

Kevin Donnelly

Vice President, Government Affairs

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GSEs and Housing Finance Reform, Emergency Preparedness, National Flood Insurance Program, Terrorism Insurance, Credit Reports, Mail and Package Delivery, Regulatory Reform, Data Security and Breach Notification, Patent Reform

Kevin Donnelly is Vice President for Government Affairs, with responsibility for representing the interests of the multifamily industry before Congress and federal agencies. Prior to joining the Council, Kevin served as a Legislative Representative for the National Association of Realtors. Kevin also spent over seven years on Capitol Hill as senior staff for two members of the House, first for Rep. Steve Rothman (NJ) and finally for Rep. Phil Hare (IL). Kevin has a wide array of public policy experience and has served in numerous capacities on a variety of political campaigns throughout his career. Kevin completed his undergraduate studies at Rutgers University, has done post-baccalaureate work at National Defense University, and completed his Masters in Public Management at Johns Hopkins University.

Eileen Lee

Vice President, Energy and Environmental Policy

Expertise:

Clean Water Act Wetlands and Stormwater, Energy and Sustainability, Appliance Efficiency Standards, Energy Policy, Green Building Labeling and Disclosure, Indoor Environmental Issues, Asbestos, Chemicals, Indoor Air Quality IAQ, Lead Based Paint, Methamphetamine Labs, Mold and Moisture Intrusion, Radon, Smoke Free Policies

Eileen C. Lee, Ph.D., is Vice President for Energy and Environmental Policy, with responsibility for representing the interests of the multifamily industry before Congress and federal agencies on a variety of issues related to energy and environmental quality. Prior to joining the Council, Eileen served as Staff Director of the Environment Subcommittee of the House Committee on Science. She holds a Bachelor of Science and Masters of Science degrees from Villanova University and received a Ph.D. in microbiology from The Catholic University of America. Eileen served as a National Research Council Fellow and a Congressional Science Fellow and has received an appointment from the Governor of Virginia to the Citizens’ Advisory Council on Furnishing and Interpreting the Executive Mansion.

Kimble Ratliff

Senior Director, Government Affairs

Expertise:

Affordable Housing, Immigration Reform, Finance and Capital Markets, CMBS, EB 5 Program

Kimble Ratliff is Senior Director of Government Affairs for NMHC. He is responsible for a variety of housing policy and finance-related issues including reform of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, HUD’s multifamily and affordable housing programs, and immigration reform. He joined NMHC from the Committee on Financial Services in Congress where he was a member of the Housing Subcommittee professional staff during the financial crisis and consideration of Dodd-Frank. He previously worked for a Dallas based private equity firm and for A.I.G. in their Global Investments Group. Kimble holds a BA in Public Policy from Southern Methodist University.

Julianne Goodfellow

Director, Government Affairs

Expertise:

Mail and Package Delivery, Data Security and Breach Notification

Julianne Goodfellow is Director of Government Affairs, working directly with Cindy Chetti. Prior to coming to NMHC, Julianne worked for Congressman William D. Delahunt as his Legislative Assistant on Economic Development. Julianne advised Congressman Delahunt on transportation, energy, and environment policy including the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act and the American Clean Energy and Security Act. In this position, Julianne was also responsible for hosting monthly meetings to facilitate the collaboration of city of Quincy Downtown Redevelopment partners. Julianne has a BA in Honors English from the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, MA.

Kenny Emson

Senior Vice President, Finance and Administration

Kenny Emson is Senior Vice President of Finance and Administration, with principal responsibility for NMHC’s internal operations and finance functions including accounting, NMHC meetings, membership, human resources, information systems, and office management. Prior to joining NMHC, Kenny served as Chief Development Officer, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for The Community Foundation for the National Capital Region, a philanthropic nonprofit that pools $350 million in charitable donations to make grants that benefit both Washington-area and national charities. During his time there, Kenny helped the foundation grow from $50 million in assets to $350 million and saw the staff grow from 10 to 26. Kenny is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from The George Washington University.

Dave Knerler

Director, Technology

Dave Knerler is Director of Technology, with responsibility for maintaining NMHC computer systems and network, including providing all end user support, managing all server systems, and the telephone/voicemail system. Dave served as IT Manager for Finet, one of the first mortgage brokerages in the country to use laptop computer technology for originating residential real estate loans by loan agents in the field. Dave managed IT for Rent Net through their expansion into Move.com, continuing on after a buyout by Homestore. Prior to relocating from California in 2008, he managed Information Technology for Yerba Beuna Center for the Arts in San Francisco and most recently served at the Studio Theatre in Washington DC where he was Director of Information Technology. Dave has over 20 years of IT experience, working the past eight years exclusively for non-profit organizations.

Mark Obrinsky

Senior Vice President, Research and Chief Economist

Expertise:

Research, Specialty Research Topics

Mark H. Obrinsky, Ph.D., is Senior Vice President for Research and Chief Economist. with principal responsibility for housing and economic research. Mark was formerly Director of Regulatory Policy at Fannie Mae. Previous positions at Fannie Mae included Director of Applied Portfolio Research and Senior Economist. Prior to joining Fannie Mae, Mark was Deputy Director of the Economics Department at the U.S. League of Savings Institutions. His academic experience includes seven years teaching Economics at the University of Delaware and Bradley University. His work on housing, mortgage finance, and economic theory has appeared in leading professional and industry publications. Mark holds a Bachelor of Arts degree (with honors) in Mathematics from the University of Wisconsin and a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania.

Caitlin Sugrue Walter

Senior Director, Research

Expertise:

Specialty Research Topics

Caitlin Sugrue Walter is Senior Director of Research, with primary responsibility for conducting NMHC's research on apartment industry trends. Prior to working at the Council, Caitlin was an analyst at a real estate advisory firm. In that position Caitlin collected and analyzed data from both public and private data sources and drafted market and affordability studies that included rental and ownership trends. Caitlin has a B.A. and B.S. (Planning and Public Policy, Criminal Justice) from Rutgers and an M.A. in Urban and Regional Planning from Virginia Tech. She is currently completing her dissertation on age and residential location preferences at Virginia Tech.

Staff

Office of the President

Doug Bibby

Deborah Lee

Communications and Industry Initiatives

Kim Duty

Rick Haughey

Jim Lapides

Sarah Yaussi

Colin Dunn

Alison Johnson

Devin Bartley

Racquel Madlala

Sarah Kennedy

Government Affairs

Cindy Vosper Chetti

Betsy Feigin Befus

Matthew Berger

Lisa Blackwell

Dave Borsos

Paula Cino

Lisa Costello

Kevin Donnelly

Eileen Lee

Kimble Ratliff

Julianne Goodfellow

Hailey L. Ray

Daria Dudzinski

Membership and Meetings

Jennifer Angebranndt

Susan Yuk

Deanita Davis

Melissa Rowan

LaFayette Flowers

Mackenzie Siem

Toni Sampson

Operations and Finance

Kenny Emson

Dave Knerler

Myrra Bariring

Candace Thomas

Research

Mark Obrinsky

Caitlin Sugrue Walter

Christopher Bruen