Ohio Housing Finance Agency Welcomes New Staff Members

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The Ohio Housing Finance Agency (OHFA) is proud to welcome four new staff members who bring a wealth of experience in housing and finance. Ryan Botson, Celestine Gunn, Benjamin Peyton, and Derrick Wilson have joined the agency's Office of Multifamily Housing Programs, Office of Residential Lending, and Compliance Division. These new hires bring a combined total of over 20 years of experience in multifamily property management, housing development, and residential lending.

Key Takeaways:

  • Ryan Botson, a housing examiner trainee, has 8 years of experience in multifamily property management in the downtown Cleveland market.
  • Celestine Gunn, an administrative professional, has 5 years of experience as a mortgage loan processor at Huntington National Bank and has earned two undergraduate degrees and an MBA from Franklin University.
  • Benjamin Peyton, the new 4% housing tax credit section chief, has 10 years of experience in housing development and has worked with various organizations, including the Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh and Local Initiatives Support Corp (LISC).
  • Derrick Wilson, a housing examiner trainee, has 4 years of experience in subsidized housing and has obtained certifications in real estate inspections and Housing Quality Standards (HQS).

Statistics:

  • The four new staff members have a combined total of over 20 years of experience in housing and finance.
  • The OHFA has a total of 25 staff members in its Compliance Division.
  • The agency has a commitment to fair and equal lending practices, with a focus on serving a diverse range of customers.
  • Benjamin Peyton has a master's degree in public policy and management from the John Glenn College of Public Affairs at The Ohio State University.

Sources:

  • "Ohio Housing Finance Agency Announces New Staff", Ohio Housing Finance Agency press release
  • *Note: The original press release is the only source provided in this article.