About AHC
Built for developers who think in systems
Affordable Housing Consultants was founded in 2008 with a simple premise: the developer-landlord deserves a consulting partner who speaks their language.
Our Story
15 years serving developer-landlords
We started AHC after watching talented developers struggle with the compliance complexity of affordable housing — not because they lacked intelligence, but because the existing consulting firms didn't communicate in a way that worked for them.
Our team combines deep HUD and LIHTC expertise with a communication style built for people who value clarity, data, and defined deliverables.
We maintain a 98% compliance rate across all managed properties — not because we're lucky, but because we've built the systems to make compliance predictable.
Leadership
The people behind AHC
Dametri Coleman
Owner, FounderChief Executive Officer
Dametri founded AHC in 2008 after a decade working inside HUD-funded development projects across the Southeast. She recognized that developer-landlords needed a consulting partner fluent in both compliance and capital — not just one or the other.
Rita Engdahl
Navigating the Full Technology Spectrum—from Legacy to AIChief Technical Officer
Rita leads AHC's technology strategy, overseeing the systems and platforms that keep compliance predictable at scale.
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HUD and LIHTC ComplianceDirector of Compliance
Maya helps development teams translate complex program requirements into clear, repeatable compliance practices.
Marcus Gardner
Portfolio OperationsDirector of Operations
James partners with property teams to build dependable workflows that support day-to-day performance and long-term asset goals.
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Asset PerformanceSenior Asset Manager
Elena brings practical financial and operational insight to portfolio planning, reporting, and performance conversations.
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Financial StrategyDirector of Finance
David supports owners with disciplined financial planning and reporting that keeps capital decisions clear and actionable.
What We Stand For
Our values
Systems thinking
We approach affordable housing the way great engineers approach complex products — with clear specs, defined processes, and measurable outcomes.
Radical transparency
No jargon, no hidden fees, no surprises. We communicate like the developers we serve: directly, with full context.
Long-term partnership
We don't do one-off engagements. We build relationships with developer-landlords who want a trusted advisor for the long haul.
Mission alignment
Affordable housing is not just a business — it's a public good. We believe developer-landlords who do this right deserve a partner who takes that seriously.
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