The Karuk Tribe will build 30 new homes with LIHTC award
We are happy to share the good news that the Karuk Tribe recently won an award of Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTCs)
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Elizabeth Bland Glynn
Chief executive officer
You know where you want to go; let us pull some of the weight for you. This has been Travois’ motto since 1995. A lot has changed in the world of Indian Country housing and economic development during that time, but even as we bring new technology and new sources of capital to the table to serve tribes, we remain committed to our original motto.
Leading a company is all about managing change. I grew up in this business and I have worked at every level of our company. I hold a bachelor’s degree in political science from Wake Forest University. In 2015, after 10 years on the job, I completed an Executive Master of Business Administration from Washington University. This was a great opportunity to test new ideas and challenge old assumptions. I learned how to balance calm leadership along with an energetic desire to continue growing.
Indian Country’s housing professionals are the best in the industry because of your dedication to the communities you serve. Following your example, Travois encourages our employees to get involved in their communities as well. Serving as chair of the board of directors for Amethyst Place, an organization that provides housing and services for single moms in recovery, inspires me to do my best every day.
You know where you want to go. As I travel around Indian Country, I hear a desire for more homeownership opportunity. I hear a desire to build communities that are sustainable environmentally, socially and economically. I am excited to work with Indian Country leaders bringing new ideas that are inspired by our decades-old traditions. Call me or email me today to talk about your community’s goals. Along with my team, we can work with you to help carry the weight toward a brighter future.
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AMERIND Risk and NAIHC’s convention
My colleagues and I had a great time at the AMERIND Risk and National American Housing Council (NAIHC) convention last week at the Talking Stick Resort in Scottsdale, AZ. With over 700 attendees, we had plenty of opportunities to catch up with long-time friends and meet many new people.
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#20YearsEquals two generations
Interviewing my dad for this month’s #20YearsEquals segment was a fun experience. We were able to reminisce about Travois’ first 20 years and also discuss our ideas for the next 20.
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Canines, coffee and conversation: KC Chamber Morning Schmooze
It was great to reconnect with old friends and make new connections at last week’s Kansas City Chamber of Commerce Morning Schmooze. Travois often opens our space up to local organizations for meetings and events.
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NAIHC successful in Kansas City
We are honored that the National American Indian Housing Council (NAIHC) chose to celebrate its 40th anniversary in our hometown — and thrilled at the success of their annual convention and trade show.
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Twenty-one days and counting
I like to count down the number of days in anticipation of big events — birthdays, vacations, holidays — and right now I’m looking forward to the National American Indian Housing Council (NAIHC) Annual Convention and Trade Show in our hometown in June.
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Tell Congress how important LIHTC and NMTC are to Indian Country
This week Rep. Dave Camp (R-Mich.), chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, published his proposed changes to the tax code. His “Tax Reform Act of 2014” amends much of the code including the section governing the Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program.
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New billboards feature Communities Creating Opportunity
Every six months Travois is pleased to offer our property’s billboards free of charge to highlight our Kansas City neighborhood nonprofit groups.
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Elizabeth in 18 questions
Elizabeth Bland Glynn is the chief operating officer at Travois. She has been with the company for eight years, but if you ask her she’ll tell you she’s grown up with Travois. Elizabeth is the daughter of Travois’ founders, David Bland and Marianne Roos.
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Many hands make light work
Several Travois staff members prepared food and served meals at the Episcopal Community Kitchen in Kansas City recently. This volunteer activity was organized by our Anigadugi Volunteer Committee.
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