Schedule at a Glance

Wednesday, March 19

Breakfast will be available starting at 7:30 AM

8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Event Registration

9:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.

  • Ballroom A | Balance of State CoC Pre-Conference Discussion - CoC Team
  • Ballroom B - C | Emergency Solutions Grant & HOME-ARP Pre-Conference Application Workshop - ESG & HOME-ARP Team
  • Ballroom D - F | HOPWA Program Pre-Conference Application Workshop - HOPWA Team

12:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. - Opening Session & Lunch - Harborside Ballroom

Opening Remarks: Daphne Walker | Division Director | Housing Assistance Division

Philip Gilman | Deputy Commissioner | Housing Assistance & Development

Welcome Video: The Honorable Andre Dickens | Mayor of Atlanta

Plenary Speaker: Chris Hanks | Executive Director | Institute for Entrepreneurship

1:30 p.m. - 2:35 p.m.

  • Ballroom A | Service Delivery, Collaboration, and Engagement in Rural Georgia - Union Mission
  • Ballroom B - C | HMIS Reporting: APR, CAPER, and Data Quality Essentials - HMIS Team
  • Ballroom D - F | HCV 101 - A Comprehensive Guide to the Housing Choice Voucher Program - HCV Team

2:35 p.m. - Break

2:45 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

  • Ballroom A | Capacity Building: Creating a Local Homeless Coalition - Coordinated Entry Team
  • Ballroom B - C | Understanding the DBHDD Housing Support Service Model for PSH - DBHDD
  • Ballroom D - F | PBV 101- Project-Based Vouchers: Key Partnerships for Expanding Affordable Housing throughout Georgia - HCV Team

6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. - Dinner Riverboat Cruise

 

Thursday, March 20

8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Event Registration

Breakfast will be available starting at 7:30 AM

8:30 a.m. - 8:50 a.m. - Opening Session & Breakfast - Harborside Ballroom

Opening Remarks: Daphne Walker | Division Director | Housing Assistance Division

Welcome: The Honorable Van R. Johnson II | Mayor of Savannah

9:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.

  • Ballroom A | Keys to Effective Fiscal Management for Nonprofits and Grants - Christy Walker
  • Ballroom B - C | Agency Best Practices within Coordinated Entry - Local Agency Leaders
  • Ballroom D - F | Active Engagement for Hard to Serve Individuals: Building Trust & Consistency - PSH - Advantage Behavioral Health

10:15 a.m. - Break

10:30 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.

  • Ballroom A | Preparing for Priority Housing Model Evaluation - CoC Team
  • Ballroom B - C | Fair Housing Act & Conflict of Interest - Jareny King
  • Ballroom D - F | HCV 102 - Unlock the Advantage: Maximizing Success as an HCV Landlord - HCV Team

12:00 p.m. - Lunch - Harborside Ballroom

Keynote Speaker: David Moody | Chief Executive Officer | CD Moody Construction Co.

1:45 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.

  • Ballroom A | Connecting to Mainstream Benefits - Laura Beggs, Alison Setterlind, Joseph Hesskamp
  • Ballroom B - C | Troubleshooting with Data Quality Reports: Strategies for Success - HMIS Team
  • Ballroom D - F | Georgia Rental Assistance’s Eviction Prevention Initiative: A Partner’s Perspective - Georgia Legal Services & Atlanta Legal Aid

2:45 p.m. - Break

3:00 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.

  • Ballroom A | Meaningful Engagement with People with Lived Experiences - Chad Cheshire, Megan VandeBogert, Marquasha Zanders
  • Ballroom B - C | Violence Against Women Act & Language Access Plan - Christy Lovett
  • Ballroom D - F - HCV 103 - Bridging the Gap: Using Innovative Strategies to Improve the Client Experience - HCV Team

 

Friday, March 21

Continental Breakfast Buffet will be available starting at 7:30 AM

8:30 a.m. - 8:45 a.m.

Opening Remarks: Daphne Walker | Division Director | Housing Assistance Division

8:45 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. - Closing Session

Addressing Homelessness: Effective Practices in Outreach, Housing, and Support

10:00 a.m. - Break

10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Closing Speaker: Dr. Lisa Herring | President | The PROPEL Center

11:00 a.m. - Final Thoughts

 

Why Attend? 
Discover the latest trends, innovations, and strategies shaping the future of housing. 
DCA's symposium brings together industry experts to explore the challenges and opportunities in the ever-evolving housing landscape.

What to Expect? 
Insightful Keynotes: Gain valuable insights from renowned experts.

Interactive Panels: Engage in thought-provoking discussions with industry leaders.

Networking Opportunities: Connect with housing professionals and policymakers. Build relationships that can propel your community forward.

Breakout Sessions: Dive deep into specific areas of interest through focused breakout sessions. Whether you’re interested in affordable housing, homelessness, or homeownership, there are sessions tailored for you.