Join us for The Tools in the Toolbox

What does it take to move affordable housing projects from concept to completion? The right tools—and knowing how to use them.

Join the Atlanta Preservation Initiative this November 4th for The Tools in the Toolbox, an engaging conversation exploring the strategies, resources, and partnerships helping developers navigate challenges and bring affordable housing projects across the finish line.

We're excited to welcome
Kristin Allin of the Atlanta Regional Commission as our keynote speaker, along with Atticus LeBlanc of PadSplit for a fireside chat. A special thank-you to Steven Zachary of The Zachary Group for co-sponsoring the event and sharing his expertise!

Check out our full list of speakers and panelists:

• Kristin Allin | Atlanta Regional Commission
• Atticus LeBlanc | PadSplit
• Art Minus | The Zachary Group
• Tiffany Wills | Decide DeKalb Development Authority
• Maya Hodari | Atlanta Housing
• Matt Delicata | City of Atlanta
• Jonathan Gelber | Highland Insight
• Dave Madan | The Builder Coalition
• Jonathan Block | Westmoore Group
• Hunter Hill | Buckhaven

From public resources and community partnerships to creative approaches for getting deals done, this is a conversation you won't want to miss!
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📅 Wednesday, November 4, 2026 | 3–6 p.m.
📍 Atlanta Tech Village Buckhead (3423 Piedmont Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30305)

Join us as we explore what's in the affordable housing toolbox—and what's still missing.

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Hear from experts and peers and get new ideas. See how others tackle similar challenges, and gain fresh perspectives on your own work. Share experiences and learn together.

Past Speakers

Stan Sugarman

Stan Sugarman

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Co-Founder - Stryant

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Brandon Kearse

Brandon Kearse

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President, Managing Partner & Chief Investment Officer - Jonathan Rose Companies

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Richard Slaton

Richard Slaton

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Principal - Slaton Properties

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Gregg Shapiro

Gregg Shapiro

[ 

Senior Managing Director - JLL Capital Markets

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Ty Barnes

Ty Barnes

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Head of Investments - Comunidad Realty Partners

 ]
Ali Solis

Ali Solis

[ 

Founding Principal - S3 Advisory Services

 ]
LaToya Kyle

LaToya Kyle

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Vice President - Southeast Region and National Community Facilities at the Low Income Investment Fund (LIIF)

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Joe Brown

Joe Brown

[ 

Intown Builders - Partner

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Amanda Rhein

Amanda Rhein

[ 

City of Atlanta - Chief Housing Officer

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Kyle Smith

Kyle Smith

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Abide - Managing Partner

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Daniel Alexander

Daniel Alexander

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Domos - Principal

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Michael Oden

Michael Oden

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Dream Home Today - Chief Dream Officer

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Brandon McCall

Brandon McCall

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NEF

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Chuck Laven

Chuck Laven

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Forsyth Street

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Dave Foster

Dave Foster

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BDP

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Scott Greenfield

Scott Greenfield

[ 

Enterprise

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Ka'Ren Sarvis

Ka'Ren Sarvis

[ 

VP - Columbia Residential

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Dr. Debbie Phillips, CPM

Dr. Debbie Phillips, CPM

[ 

CEO - The Quadrillion

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Daniel Dorfman

Daniel Dorfman

[ 

CEO - Invest with Roots

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Marjy Stagmier

Marjy Stagmier

[ 

CEO - Mission Partners

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Katie Runyan

Katie Runyan

[ 

Managing Director - Walker & Dunlop

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Sarah Kirsh

Sarah Kirsh

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Managing Director - Community Foundation of Greater Atlanta

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Lisa Hurd

Lisa Hurd

[ 

Chief Investment Officer - RADCO

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Josh Humphries

Josh Humphries

[ 

Senior Housing Advisor - City of Atlanta

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Sandeep Ahuja

Sandeep Ahuja

[ 

CEO - Cove

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Atticus LeBlanc

Atticus LeBlanc

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Founder & CEO - Padsplit

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Bryan Dinner

Bryan Dinner

[ 

CEO - Undaunted

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Vernon Jay

Vernon Jay

[ 

CEO - Equity Platforms

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Whitney Blanco

Whitney Blanco

[ 

CEO - Acreage

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Nate Robert-Eze

Nate Robert-Eze

[ 

CEO - VSN

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Aaron Goldman

Aaron Goldman

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President & Co-owner - Perennial Properties, Inc.

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Marc Pollack

Marc Pollack

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President and Board Chair - EQ Housing Advisors, Inc.

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API EVENT Calendar

Explore the Future of Affordable Housing

Join us at API, where industry leaders and investors converge to discuss housing, equity, and more.

11/4/2026 3:00 PM

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6:00 pm

The Tools in the Toolbox

Kristin Allin
Atticus LeBlanc
Steven Zachary
Maya Hodari
Matt Delicata
TIffany Willis
Jonathan Gelber

Thanks to our partners

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OUR TEAM

EQ Housing Advisors, Inc.
Marc Pollack

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President & Board Chair

Perennial Properties, Inc.
Aaron Goldman

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President & Co-Owner