1. Mastering HUD’s Two Year Tool: A Technical Guide for Effective Planning
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Dive into the details of HUD’s Two-Year Tool in this hands-on technical session designed for PHA staff and asset managers. Learn how to use the tool to assess public housing portfolio performance, plan repositioning strategies, and make data-driven decisions. We’ll walk through key functions, outputs, and tips for interpreting results to align with HUD’s long-term vision and your agency’s goals.
Presenter: Emily Smith, Quadel
2. Differences between the HCV and PBV and RAD PBV Programs
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Presenter: Naomi Byrne, Senior Associate, EJP Consulting Group, LLC
3. How to Work with Asset Management Managers
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Presenter: JoAnn Rodriguez, Senior Asset Manager, Enterprise Community Partners
4. Portability Basics & Essentials
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Portability in the HCV Program refers to the process through which a family can transfer, or port, their voucher to another housing agency. This session will review the ins and outs of portability; when a voucher holder can request portability; identifying responsibilities for the “initial” and “receiving” housing agencies; as well as identifying methods and best practices for streamlining Portability processes and procedures.
Presenter: Tammy Emerson, Executive Director, Victoria Housing Authority
5. Landlord Briefings
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The partnership between the Housing Authority and the Landlord is integral to the success of the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program. This session will give guidance on educating potential property owners and managers on HCV program basics, benefits and ways to participate.
Presenter: Tammy Emerson, Executive Director, Victoria Housing Authority
6. Tenant Participation Tips & Tricks
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This session will provide a comprehensive look at best practices for tenant briefings – to include required documents and finding a good place to live.
Presenter: Tammy Emerson, Executive Director, Victoria Housing Authority
7. Housing Choice Voucher Round Table: Challenges, Solutions, and Shared Strategies
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Join your peers for an open and interactive round table discussion focused on the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program. This session is designed to give participants a space to share real-world challenges, creative solutions, and effective practices in voucher administration. Topics may include landlord engagement, lease-up success, inspection timelines, payment standards, portability, and HUD updates. Whether you’re a seasoned HCV professional or new to the program, come ready to ask questions, offer insight, and learn from others facing similar day-to-day realities.
Facilitator – not filled
8. Utilizing Your Vouchers – Reaching Landlords and Participants for your Voucher Program
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Presenter – Katie Bibbee, Brooks Jeffrey