What is Connections?
At Connections you will have the unique opportunity to connect with a diverse group of professionals and advocates from all housing sectors in the state. The conference will be divided into 6 tracks that examine and discuss housing from an individual, regional and statewide perspective. Together, we will build stronger connections and communities. Learn more
| 1 | Housing Development |
| 2 | Homeownership |
| 3 | Compliance |
| 4 | Energy Empowerment |
| 5 | Community Connections |
| 6 | Solutions to End Homelessness |
Who Should Attend
- Accountants
- Advocates
- Attorneys
- Commercial Lenders
- Contractors
- Developers
- Government Reps.
- Homebuyer Counselors
- Housing Providers
- Investors
- Lawmakers
- Mortgage Lenders
- Non-profit Reps.
- Property Managers
- Realtors
- Service Providers
Governor of Louisiana
John Bel Edwards
Conference Headliners
The Louisiana Housing Conference is proud to announce two keynote speakers, Governor John Bel Edwards and Aeneas Williams. Join us on April 3, 2019 for a fireside chat with Governor Edwards and a presentation on the Spirit of Community with Mr. Williams.
Immediately following we will present the Community Connections Champion awards, recognizing and honoring individuals for their efforts to advance affordable housing and community development.
NFL Veteran & Hall of Famer
Aeneas Williams
What You Can Expect
The 2019 Louisiana Housing Conference agenda will be nothing short of educational, inspirational and informative. Register today to see for yourself!
View the full conference schedule for a more detailed look at the sessions and events.
Event Sponsors
Thank you to our sponsors for their support of the inaugural Louisiana Housing Conference.
I-10 Sponsors
I-20 Sponsors
LSU AgCenter is a leader in solutions for creating hurricane, flood, and termite resistant homes. During our inaugural Connections Conference, LaHouse director Dr. Claudette Hanks Reichel, an LSU professor and extension housing specialist, gave a detailed overview of the LaHouse Home and Landscape Resource Center and the research it has produced.
There’s no better time to raise awareness about this important issue than Fair Housing month, which takes place each year in recognition of the passage of the Fair Housing Act on April 11, 1968, a landmark law designed to protect people from discrimination when renting or buying property. www.lhc.la.gov/blog/recognizing-the-importance-of-fair-housing