GWEN VOLK
INFOCUS, INC.

Since 1983, Gwen Volk has assisted developers, owners, agents, and on-site staff in navigating the complexities and challenges of the many programs that provide housing opportunities for low and moderate-income families.

Gwen worked for two affordable housing development and management companies until 2014. Gwen started providing training and consulting services nationwide since 1996. She has extensive knowledge of the various affordable housing programs.

Gwen has volunteered countless hours with local and regional Affordable Housing Management Associations (AHMAs) , the National Affordable Housing Management Association (NAHMA) and the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM). A member of NAHMA since 1991, she has twice served on its board of directors, and has chaired its Certification Review Board, Education and Training, and Fair Housing committees. From 2007 - 2021 Gwen was a member of the Specialist in Housing Credit Management Technical Advisory Committee, responsible for development and quality control of the SHCM certification exam. Gwen served on the board of the NAHMA Education Foundation and is a director on the AHMA East Texas Scholarship Foundation board. Since 2009 Gwen has served on IREM's Affordable Housing Advisory Council /aka Federal Housing Advisory board.

Gwen is highly skilled and effective at teaching and coaching staff at every level, helping owners to navigate the complexities of the programs, advising agents on compliance and problem-solving, and working with the agencies that administer and monitor the programs. Her experience, knowledge, passion and commitment to the affordable housing industry makes her uniquely qualified to serve the training and consulting needs of the organizations, agencies, companies and individuals who make affordable housing a reality.