Our Team
The organization currently operates with a staff of eight full-time and three part-time employees. Our staff members are experienced, competent and professional. The agency strives to foster a work environment that encourages professional development, creativity and collaboration.
Executive Team
P. Andre Parchment
Chief Executive Officer
P. Andre Parchment
Chief Executive Officer
Mr. Parchment is responsible for the day-to-day and overall operations of NHDC. He ensures compliance for grant agreements that provide special funding for NHDC. You can contact Andre directly at aparchment@gnhdc.org.
Anne Conklin
Administrative Assistant /Rental Program Manager
Anne Conklin
Administrative Assistant /Rental Program Manager
Mrs. Conklin provides administrative support to the Executive Director and support staff. She is responsible for answering and directing phone inquiries, greeting clients/suppliers/visitors, and assisting with the coordination of education classes. She is also responsible for the management of the rental properties. You may reach Anne at aconklin@gnhdc.org.
Cheryl Beardsley
Chief Financial Officer
Cheryl Beardsley
Chief Financial Officer
Mrs. Beardsley maintains accurate and complete records of all financial transactions, books, records, ledgers, and accounts of the organization. She tracks construction project costs and monitors contractor draw schedules, payments, contract balances, and current insurance certifications. Ms. Beardsley manages all aspects relating to Human Resources & benefits in regards to personnel and ensures compliance for grant agreements that provide special funding for NHDC. You can contact Cheryl directly at cbeardsley@gnhdc.org.
Senior Management Team
Russ Hirshik
HomeOwnership Center Manager
Russ Hirshik
HomeOwnership Center Manager
Mr. Hirshik is responsible for housing counseling and facilitating the house buyers' education seminar. You can reach Russ at rhirshik@gnhdc.org
Janice Crews
Chief Operating Officer
Janice Crews
Chief Operating Officer
Mrs. Crews is responsible for the servicing, collection and management of all loans in the NHDC portfolio. She is responsible for the management of the Home Repair Program, including: marketing the program within the target service areas, reviewing client applications, determining eligibility and coordinating the completion of loan applications. Ms. Crews also reviews and processes all applications. You can contact Janice directly at jcrews@gnhdc.org.
Hal Lawlor
Construction Manager
Hal Lawlor
Construction Manager
Mr. Lawlor is responsible for overseeing new construction, site location and preparation along with the development of NHDC’s re-hab projects. He also shares the responsibility of overseeing the owner occupied re-hab projects to accomplish the organization’s missions. You may contact him at hlawlor@gnhdc.org.
Team Members
Austin Davies
Director of Real Estate Development
Austin Davies
Director of Real Estate Development
Mr. Davies assists the Construction Manager with owner occupied home repairs and new construction projects along with lead planning, coordination, and execution of real estate projects, overseeing site acquisition and design. You can reach Austin directly at adavies@gnhdc.org.
Mike Stewart
Maintenance Professional
Mike Stewart
Maintenance Professional
Mr. Stewart has been with NHDC since May 2014. He is responsible for the maintenance of our rental portfolio.
Romona Jackson
Business Development Manager
Romona Jackson
Business Development Manager
Romona was added to our team in March 2024. She will oversee the development of new grants and support NHDC programs.
Angel Brown
Community Engagement Specialist
Angel Brown
Community Engagement Specialist
Ms. Brown has been with NHDC since January 2024. She oversees our social media pages and community outreach projects. You can reach Angel directly at Abrown@gnhdc.org.
Donna Ramirez
Executive Assistant
Donna Ramirez
Executive Assistant
Donna works directly with our CEO Andre, and supports staff by solidifying community relationships and helping with follow-up tasks