The Metro Center Housing Coalition proudly presents an event focused on the current status, needs, and future outlook of the housing market in the Greater Manchester Region. This in-depth program will address such critical topics as:

· How is the current economic crisis impacting the credit environment and what does it mean for homebuyers and housing developers?

· What new home ownership challenges are facing homebuyers as a result of the economy and the tightened lending environment?

· How can communities address this challenge and ensure their workforce is properly housed in this economic climate?

· What expectations should first time homebuyers and renters have when diving into this housing market?

 We have an excellent panel of speakers lined up for this event? 

· Robert Tourigny, Executive Director, Neighborworks Greater Manchester will discuss the challenges facing homebuyers and developers in this new lending environment

· Andre Garron,  Director of Community Development, Town of Londonderry will offer a town perspective on how to approach the workforce housing issue

· Bill Caselden, Great Bridge Properties will offer the perspective of a private workforce housing developer

· Sabrina Granville, VP of Human Resources, Elliot Hospital will offer the perspective of a major regional employer struggling to fill open positions.

We also will have a special guest speaker who will share her story and the trials and tribulations she and her husband faced when purchasing a home.  The event will be moderated by George Reagan of the New Hampshire Housing Finance Authority.