CONVERGENCE Philadelphia 2026 Homeownership Summit
About this Event
Join us as cross-sector leaders convene to advance strategies that address racial disparities in homeownership throughout Philadelphia.
During CONVERGENCE Philadelphia's third-annual Homeownership Summit, practitioners will dive into a variety of topics focused on housing affordability and addressing racial inequality in Philadelphia homeownership.
Lunch will be provided, as well as refreshments during the 4:30-5:30pm networking happy hour.
Agenda will be released closer to the event. Registration is free, though required.
Agenda
🕑: 12:00 PM - 12:10 PM
Welcome Remarks
Host: Michael Shostek
🕑: 12:30 PM - 01:20 PM
Can Collaborative Homeownership Solve Housing Affordability?
Host: Nikki Merkerson
🕑: 01:30 PM - 02:20 PM
Homeownership Advancements from PA Housing Action Plan and ROAD to Housing Act
Host: Orlando Almonte
Info: Pennsylvania's Housing Action Plan envisions the Commonwealth as a national leader in housing access and affordability by 2035, while the historic, bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act delegates new authority to state and local governments to increase housing supply. Experts on both will discuss key provisions that impact Philadelphia homeownership, next steps, and what is essential for collaborative policy implementation from government, non-profit, and private stakeholders.
🕑: 02:30 PM - 03:10 PM
Affordable Housing Development in an Uncertain Market
Host: Dave Langlieb
Info: Philadelphia Accelerator Fund (PAF) Executive Director David Langlieb will discuss the latest activity at PAF, including updates on the organization’s suite of loan products and targeted investment areas. He will also provide a broader update on the community development financing landscape, with a focus on what’s occurring at the CDFI Fund and prospective changes to the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA).
🕑: 02:30 PM - 03:10 PM
Community Lending Action Framework
Host: Katie Polace
Info: Housing challenges are complex, but not all challenges to homeownership require the same solutions. This session introduces a practical framework for connecting common homeownership challenges with targeted strategies and solutions. Attendees will learn how lenders, housing agencies, and community organizations can align programs, partnerships, and resources to expand sustainable homeownership opportunities.
🕑: 03:20 PM - 03:40 PM
Know Your Home's Worth: Understanding Appraisals, Rights & Available Resources
Host: Parfine Mudacumura
Info: Join the City of Philadelphia's Home Appraisal Equity Program and The Wealth Collective for an informative session designed to help homeowners, homebuyers, and community members better understand the home appraisal process and the resources available to address appraisal concerns.
🕑: 03:40 PM - 04:00 PM
NCST Heirs' Property Partnership Insights
Host: Garrett O'Dwyer
🕑: 04:00 PM - 04:25 PM
CONVERGENCE Philadelphia Capstone Project Insights
Host: Elena Hincapie
🕑: 04:25 PM - 04:30 PM
Closing Remarks
🕑: 04:30 PM - 05:30 PM
Networking Happy Hour
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