Spotlight on the 2025 Indiana Housing Conference Sessions

The Indiana Housing Conference, set for August 27–28, 2025, at the Indianapolis Marriott Downtown, offers a robust lineup of sessions designed for everyone involved in affordable housing—from emerging developers to seasoned financiers, policy-makers, property managers, and advocacy groups.

Day 1 – Wednesday, August 27 | 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM ET

Morning kickoff

• 8:00–9:00 AM: Registration and continental breakfast set the stage.

• 9:00–10:00 AM: Opening plenary with welcome remarks and key insights into current industry challenges and opportunities.

Breakout Sessions

• 10:10–11:00 AM: First Breakout

  • From Start to Scale: Tools for Emerging Developers

  • Washington Update

  • Project Planning & Financing in Turbulent Times (case study)

  • Smart Homes for Everyone: Affordable Housing & Tech

  • IN BOS CoC session (To Be Announced)

• 11:10–12:00 PM: Second Breakout

  • IHCDA Operating Expenses Roundtable Update

  • Next‑Gen Development Companies

  • Debt Financing Options

  • How CDFIs are Advancing Affordable Housing in Indiana

  • IN BOS CoC session TBA

Midday highlights

• 12:00–12:45 PM: Keynote speaker plus awards presentation.

• 12:45–1:30 PM: Networking luncheon followed by the IAHC Annual Meeting.

Afternoon breakouts

• 1:50–2:40 PM: Third Breakout

  • Award Recipient Roundtable

  • Indiana Property Tax Overview & Legislative Update

  • Tax‑Exempt Bond Transactions: Financing & Closing in Today’s Market

  • Addressing Multifamily Building Leaks

  • IN BOS CoC session TBA

• 3:00–3:50 PM: Fourth Breakout

  • Master Leasing & The HomeNow Indy Initiative

  • Tax Credit Equity Markets Roundtable

  • HOME Compliance (2025 Final Rule)

  • Syndicator & Property Management Relationships

  • IN BOS CoC session TBA

• 4:10–5:00 PM: Fifth Breakout

  • Eviction Prevention: Keys to Keeping Tenants Housed

  • LIHTC Basics

  • Changing Jobs in Affordable Housing

  • Rural Housing Finance Reimagined

  • IN BOS CoC session TBA

Evening networking

• 5:00–6:30 PM: Unwind and connect during the evening reception.

Day 2 – Thursday, August 28 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM ET

Morning agenda

• 8:00–9:00 AM: Registration and breakfast.

• 9:00–9:50 AM: Opening plenary on “QAP News & Views”—essential updates on Indiana’s Qualified Allocation Plan.

• 9:50–10:05 AM: Morning break

Last breakout sessions

• 10:05–10:55 AM: Sixth Breakout

  • Housing to Recovery Fund: Public‑Private Supportive Services Model

  • Controlling Costs with Innovative Modular Construction

  • Affordable Housing Starts Here: Local Fixes with Big Impacts

  • Strategies to Avoid Pitfalls in 4%–9% Renovations

  • IN BOS CoC session TBA

• 10:55–11:10 AM: Break.

• 11:10 AM–12:00 PM: Final Breakout

  • IHCDA Program Integrity: Reporting Fraud, Waste & Abuse

  • LIHTC Technical Updates

  • Linking Inclusive Economic Development & Housing in Michigan & LaPorte County

  • Bridging the Gap: Support Services & Affordable Housing

  • Speak Up! Permanent Supportive Housing Tenants Advocate session (IN BOS CoC).

Community giving

• 12:00–3:00 PM: The conference wraps with a Day of Service—a hands-on community impact event. Details forthcoming.

💡 Why Attend These Sessions?

• Comprehensive Coverage: From financing tools and tax credit strategies to tech innovations and eviction prevention.

• Diverse Perspectives: Featuring policy updates, case studies, development best practices, and IN BOS CoC-specific breakouts.

• Practical Impact: Whether you're a nonprofit, lender or private developer, there's actionable insight tailored to your role.

• Networking Opportunities: Robust breaks, reception, and lunch gatherings mean plenty of chances to connect.

📅 Bonus Events

• Conference Golf Outing: Tuesday, August 26 at Fort Golf Course—a casual way to kick things off.

• Day of Service: Thursday afternoon, an opportunity to give back locally.

With 35+ breakout sessions, award presentations, legislative updates, and a community service component, the 2025 Indiana Housing Conference is a can't-miss for anyone invested in Indiana’s housing future. Whether you're building, financing, managing, or advocating, this conference delivers insights, connections, and real-world solutions.