As you all know, housing has become one of the top issues being debated at the Federal, state and local levels over the last year. NMHC has long been the go-to resource for Federal policymakers and stakeholders on multi-family rental housing. Our work has become even more critical over the last few years as America faces a severe shortage of housing in communities across the country.
Given the growing responsibilities associated with these new challenges and the opportunities to advance a pro-housing policy environment, NMHC is pleased to announce some changes to our well-respected Government Affairs team that will help us be an even better resource for you. Effective July 1st, our long-time SVP for Government Affairs, Cindy Chetti, will take on a new role as Chief Advocacy Advisor to the organization. This will enable her to share her political savvy and skill with and beyond the Government Affairs team. Not only will she be an advisor to the NMHC President and Officers, but she will collaborate with the entire NMHC team on other internal and external initiatives. This role will also enable her to have more time to strengthen our great relationships with members of Congress, the administration and partner organizations which she has built over many years and continue to be the well-respected face of apartment housing on Capitol Hill and beyond.
Moving forward, our government affairs work will be organized into three groups with Matthew Berger taking on the role as Senior Vice President and Head of Policy, Lisa Blackwell as Senior Vice President and Head of Political Strategy and Paula Cino as Senior Vice President and Head of Legal Advocacy. These group leaders will coordinate with Cindy and work closely with each other to ensure our advocacy work is seamless.
We are grateful for your continued partnership in helping us build the housing and communities that America needs. Our team looks forward to continuing to work with you to advance our shared goals.
Best,
Sharon Wilson Géno
President, NMHC
