April 14, 2016

Registration and Check In

7:30 am  -  4:00 pm

Breakfast Buffet

7:30 am  -  8:20 am

Enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet.

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#NOEXCUSES – Breakfast Keynote with Noah Galloway

8:20 am  -  9:50 am

#NoExcuses Noah  Galloway has proven to others and himself that through training, competition and attention to detail, you can overcome any obstacle. His personal transformation overcoming the loss of his left arm and left leg and the depression that followed taught him that the only way to overcome adversity is to commit to goal setting. Read More …

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Statewide Housing Needs Assessment

10:10 a.m.  -  11:10 a.m.

Delve into the results of the newly released, year-long comprehensive data collection and analysis effort. Key points will include: – The number and types of housing needed in Oklahoma – Which towns and cities have the greatest need for affordable housing – How results from study can be utilized

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Best Practices/Case Studies in Affordable Housing

11:30 a.m.  -  12:30 p.m.

Hear from a respected national expert about innovative affordable housing solutions from around the country. An array of new players and capital structures are being developed to address opportunities in workforce and affordable housing. A recent Urban Land Institute national survey takes stock of this rapidly evolving landscape, which includes: – Debt funds – Private Read More …

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Tackling Rural Development Challenges

11:30 a.m.  -  12:30 p.m.

Discover from an architect and developer how to solve the challenges of producing affordable housing in rural areas. They will share: – How the City of Guymon overcame obstacles to bring new housing to the panhandle – Cost effective methods for getting labor and materials to remote areas – How to incorporate design that is Read More …

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Serving Special Needs/Targeted Populations

11:30 a.m.  -  12:30 p.m.

Learn how developers are serving the housing needs of three at-risk groups of people, including: – Homeless – Physically disabled – Mentally challenged

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Buffet Lunch featuring Anne Mahlum: “The Road to Change”

12:30 PM  -  2:00 PM

Enjoy a buffet lunch catered by Oklahoma favorite Ted’s Café Escondido. Anne Mahlum, founder of Back on My Feet, will share how her organization enriches the lives of individuals who are homeless through a running program. The Road to Change  Anne Mahlum’s compelling personal story and work with Back on My Feet is a powerful and inspirational example Read More …

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Update from Washington, D.C. on Affordable Housing Issues

2:20 p.m.  -  3:20 p.m.

Hear first-hand from national experts the latest news in the field of federal housing policy and what to expect next. They will cover: – LIHTC issues – HOME issues – Fair housing, disparate impact, and legal rulings

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Opening Doors to Homeownership

2:20 p.m.  -  3:20 p.m.

Become familiar with the financial solutions that make affordable homeownership a reality for Oklahomans. Discussion will include: – Production of homes to buy – Ability of homebuyers to pay – Financial products and down payment grants

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Rental Housing in the New Economy

2:20 p.m.  -  3:20 p.m.

Discover how best to meet the increased market demand for rental housing. Discussion will include: – Production of rental units – Ability of tenants to pay – Addressing market challenges

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Preservation of Existing Affordable Housing

3:40 p.m.  -  4:40 p.m.

Understand new strategies and developments in maintaining the existing stock of affordable housing. Experts will discuss: – The need for preserving affordable housing stock – Preservation vs. New construction – Innovative ways to structure preservation deals

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Financing Resources & Partnerships

3:40 p.m.  -  4:40 p.m.

Discover from national and regional experts new and innovative sources of financing for affordable housing. Key points include: – Public, private, nonprofit, and faith-based financial resources – Federal, state, and local financial resources – How to blend funding sources

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Affordable Housing Design & Construction

3:40 p.m.  -  4:40 p.m.

Learn the newest trends in affordable housing concepts and building. Topics include: – Innovative design concepts – Passive house standards – Energy efficiency

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Networking Event & OHFA 40th Anniversary Celebration

4:45 pm  -  6:00 pm

Celebrate OHFA’s 40th anniversary with tasty hors d’oeuvres and more networking!

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