Proud of the Past, Focused on the Future!

The Tennessee Association of Housing and Redevelopment Authorities (TAHRA) and Spring Workshop Committee invite you, your staff, and Board of Commissioners to attend our 2025 Spring Workshop in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This 3 ½ day workshop provides an opportunity to learn from knowledgeable trainers, share ideas and network with your colleagues from across the state. This workshop provides training sessions to give you the latest information and help you evaluate new ideas. Join us on April 23 for a special celebration as we reflect on 85 remarkable years and look ahead with excitement to the future. Together, we are 'Proud of the Past, Focused on the Future.'

Location Information

  • Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville SE Murfreesboro
  • 1200 Conference Center Boulevard, Murfreesboro, TN, 37129 US
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Sessions

Two Year Tool Essentials Cheiketha Dowers - Director - Quadel

SEMAP Essentials Cheiketha Dowers - Director - Quadel

Eligibility & Suitability Janice Gibbons - Lead Trainer/Management Analysis - The Nelrod Company

Developing a Unique & Successful FSS Program Jane Mikus & Jackie Kate Cash - Greater Kingsport Alliance for Development

Governance: Commissioners Roles & Responsibilities Roman Palomares - Palomares Consulting Group

Conducting Effecctive Meetings & Chairperson's Role Roman Palomares - Palomares Consulting Group

Governing Documents & Agreements Roman Palomares - Palomares Consulting Group

Creating Partnerships for Housing & Development Troy White - Executive Director - Metropolitan Development and Housing Agency

Employment Law Update Jeffrey Jones & Mary Dee Allen - Wimberly Lawson

RAD PBV/PBRA Occupancy Tracey Rudy - Senior Program and Policy Advisor - Quadel

PH Denials, Terminations, Evictions & Grievance Hearings Janice Gibbons - Lead Trainer/Management Analyst - The Nelrod Company

Common MOR Errors/HOTMA's Coming! Prepared Prepared. Robin Fox - Professional Development Manager - E3 Housing Solutions

Federal Procurement for Commissioners Roman Palomares - Palomares Consulting Group

State Laws Impacting TN PHAs Roman Palomares - Palomares Consulting Group

PHA Regulation Changes & Updates for Commissioners Roman Palomares - Palomares Consulting Group

Hiring & Evaluating Your Executive Director Roman Palomares - Palomares Consulting Group

Aging at Home - Helping Seniors Live Well Sarah Hilton - CEO - TAV Consulting

Section 8 Roundtable with HUD Ann Akbari, Chad Taylor, and Joy Alane Bankston - HUD Representatives

HUD's Federal Ethical Standards & Conduct for Commissioners Roman Palomares - Palomares Consulting Group

Roundtable Follow Up Discussions Robin Fox - CEO - E-3 Housing Solutions & Jackie Cash & Jane Mikusa - Greater Kingsport Alliance for Development

Public Housing Round Table Michael Salazar and Tajuanya Carr - HUD Representatives

Basic Electricity, Safety, and Hands-on Training Larry Daniels - Maintenance Trainer/Maintenance Supervisor - Chattanooga Housing Authority

Introduction to Electrical Service/Panel & Branch Circuit Wiring Larry Daniels - Maintenance Trainer/Maintenance Supervisor - Chattanooga Housing Authority

Hands-on Branch Circuit Wiring, Electrical Disconnects, Electric Service Panel Current Device Removal & Installation Larry Daniels - Maintenance Trainer/Maintenance Supervisor - Chattanooga Housing Authority

RAD/Section 18 Construction Blend Greg Bryne - Greg Bryne Consulting

Public Housing Denials, Terminations, Evictions, & Grievance Hearings Larry Daniels - Maintenance Trainer/Maintenance Supervisor - Chattanooga Housing Authority

Electricity Review & NSPIRE Electrical Deficiencies & Point Deduction Larry Daniels - Maintenance Trainer/Maintenance Supervisor - Chattanooga Housing Authority

Hands-on Electrical Branch Circuit Wiring Larry Daniels - Maintenance Trainer/Maintenance Supervisor - Chattanooga Housing Authority

Hands-on Service Panel Current Device Removal & Installation Larry Daniels - Maintenance Trainer/Maintenance Supervisor - Chattanooga Housing Authority

Shaping the Foundation of Mental Health in Public Housing Tonia Spaulding - Director or Mental Health & Social Services - Dublin City Schools

Mastering Public Relations: Shaping Narratives and Building Strong Relationships Candace Jamison & Jamie Berry - Metropolitan Development and Housing Agency

Do's and Don'ts of Maintenance Employees & Process/Procedure of Effective Employee Katie Belcher and Aletta Rivers - Chattanooga Housing Authority

Community, Revitalization and Development Round Table Robin Fox - E-3 Housing Solutions, Jackie Kate Cash, and Jane Mikusa - Greater Kingsport Housing Authority

Greg Byrne RAD/Section 18 Small PHA Blend

Schedule Monday April 21, 2025

3:00 pm- 5:00 pmRegistration Open / Registration Counter

4:00 pm - 6:00 pmTAHRA Board Meeting / Churchill Boardroom

7:00 pm- 10:00 pmTAHRA Hospitality Suite Open

Schedule Tuesday April 22, 2025

Tentative Schedule

8:00 am - 4:00 pmRegistration Open/Registration Counter

9:00 am - 10:30 amOpening Session

Presiding/Welcome: Maria Catron, President, TAHRA, Executive Director, Oak Ridge Housing Authority

HUD Update

PHADA Update

Insurance Update

SERC Update

Legislative Update

Recognition of Vendors

Recognition of Sponsors

10:30 am - 10:45 amBreak w/Exhibitors

10:30 am - 4:00 pmExhibits Open

10:45 am - 4:00 pmBreakout Sessions

12:00 pm - 1:00 pmScholarship Luncheon with Exhibitors

Lunch provided on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 will be in support of the TAHRA Scholarship Program. Envelopes will be placed on the table for your use and any donation, no matter how large or small, will be very much appreciated.

2:30 pm - 2:45 pmBreak with Exhibitors

4:00 pm - 6:00 pmReception with Exhibitors

TAHRA Hospitality Suite Open6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Schedule Wednesday April 23, 2025

Tentative Schedule

8:00 am - 4:00 pmRegistration Open/Conference Lobby

8:00 am - 4:00 pmExhibits Open/Mirabella A-E

9:00 am - 4:00 pmBreakout Sessions

10:30 am - 10:45 amBreak with Exhibitors/Mirabella A-E

12:00 pm - 1:00 pmLunch

6:00 pm - 10:00 pm85th Celebration

Black Tie Optional

Schedule Thursday April 24, 2025

Tentative Schedule

8:00 am - 12:00 pmRegistration Open/Conference Lobby

9:00 am - 12:00 pmBreakout Sessions

10:30 am - 10:45 amBreak/Conference Hallway

12:00 pmPrize Drawings/Conference Concludes

Register Today

Once your registration is complete, you will receive an email confirmation that includes a link to the hotel.

Early Bird registration closes March, 22nd 2025 and pricing will increase by $50.

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    Cancellation policy: Written cancellation requests submitted to [email protected] at least 30 days before the event will incur a $100 cancellation fee. No refunds or future event credits will be issued for cancellations made within 30 days of the event.

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