Nominations are being accepted for Affordable Housing Finance’s 2023 Hall of Fame and Young Leaders programs, which honor the industry’s groundbreakers and its rising stars 40 and younger.

The Affordable Housing Hall of Fame was created in the 2000s and has inducted 75 longtime leaders from different areas of the industry. Last year’s inductees were Arthur and Gilbert Winn, whose WinnCompanies has been one of the largest affordable housing developers and owners in the nation; Percival Vaz, founder and CEO of the AMCAL group of companies, a major developer in the West and South; and Debbie Burkart, managing director of supportive housing at the National Equity Fund.

AHF also has been recognizing industry leaders younger than 40 since 2008. These up-and-comers represent the development, finance, service, and policy sides of the industry and have had an impact on the field in their own ways.

We’re looking to select the next class of Hall of Fame inductees and Young Leaders. They will be featured in the September/October issue and recognized AHF Live: The Affordable Housing Developers Summit, Nov. 13-15, in Chicago.

Please think about those who have made a difference over the years as well as those who are initiating innovative strides to benefit low-income residents as well as the overall affordable housing industry today. Send your nominations for the Hall of Fame and Young Leaders to [email protected] by June 5.

Hall of Fame nominations need to include the nominee’s name, organization, a bio, and why you think the person should be part of this elite group of housing leaders. Letters of recommendation may also be submitted. For Young Leader nominations, tell us why you think the person has leadership ability, making sure to note the following:

· where they work and job title

· how you know them, and for how long

· how long they have worked in the industry

· what qualities make them potential leaders

· what you know about their philosophy, purpose, or career goals

· outstanding specific accomplishments that show leadership skill

· industry activities and involvement

· their age, if you know it

· their contact information

· their resume, if you have it

For more information, please e-mail Christine Serlin at [email protected].