Update: I’m not longer presenting. But if you’re interested, you should still check it out!
Join me in Fairbanks!
I haven’t been to Fairbanks in a few years, and I am excited to return in October! I’ll be presenting for the Association of Alaska Housing Authorities with my colleague Rob Jordan. I am excited to visit a few favorite restaurants, see some friends, and make a trip to Creamer’s Field. It is such a great place.
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS TRAINING
October 27-28, 2026
Overview:
AAHA will host a two-day basic to intermediate Board of Commissioners training covering key aspects of tribal housing program governance. Topics include an overview of the Indian Housing Block Grant (IHBG) funding structure, the role and responsibilities of a Tribally Designated Housing Entity (TDHE), and the fiduciary and financial obligations of tribal governing bodies and boards. The training will address conflicts of interest, admission and procurement policies, federal anti-discrimination laws, and what to expect during HUD monitoring. Participants will also explore day- to-day operational decision-making, the relationship between boards and executive leadership, housing development challenges and innovations, common issues facing housing programs, responding to constituents, and current legal matters such as “Lands into Trust.”
Who should attend?
New and veteran board members, executive directors, tribal council members, and staff interested in the Board of Commissioners, roles and responsibilities under NAHASDA.
Trainers – Rob Jordan & Dawn Winalski
Rob Jordan, owner of Dare to Know LLC, has over a decade of experience delivering clear, effective solutions for housing entities, NGOs, and executives. He holds MA and BA degrees from the University of Alaska Fairbanks and has served in leadership, program, and data management roles.
Dawn Winalski is a consultant with Winalski Consulting LLC. She has over a decade of experience supporting Tribes, Tribal organizations and Indigenous communities, and previously worked as a lawyer. She has a JD from the University of Oregon School of Law.
