Lamar Fenton
Real Estate Development
Brooklyn
Summary
Visionary real estate executive with 15+ years of leadership advancing affordable housing strategy, capital deployment, and community impact. Proven success directing $7.8B+ in public-private investment, stewarding 27,000+ affordable units, and navigating complex stakeholder ecosystems. Trusted as a values-driven, solutions-focused leader who bridges policy, capital, and equity to deliver sustainable outcomes.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President, Asset Management
NYCHA
2020.01 - Current
- Directed asset management strategy across 27,000+ units, and led a $7.8B capital investment program.
- Championed sustainability, RAD conversion, and technology-driven performance tracking.
- Managed and developed high-performing, cross-functional teams.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
- Identified opportunities to improve business process flows and productivity.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement, fostering innovation and driving sustainable growth across the organization.
Deputy Director, Underwriting & Asset Management
NYCHA
2018.01 - 2020.01
- Structured large-scale preservation deals leveraging LIHTC, tax-exempt bonds, and FHA products.
- Designed asset risk frameworks aligned with long-term housing performance and community needs.
Senior Project Manager
NYCHA
2016.01 - 2018.01
- Oversaw complex development deals from concept to stabilization.
- Built lasting partnerships with resident leaders, elected officials, and agency collaborators.
Project Manager & Transaction Associate
NYCHA
2011.01 - 2016.01
- Executed affordable housing projects and supported deal structuring across public-private platforms.
Food & Beverage Manager
Luxury Hotels
2003.01 - 2008.01
Technology Consultant
Accenture
1999.01 - 2001.01
Education
Master of Science - Real Estate Finance
New York University
New York, United States 2001.05 -
BBA - Computer Information Systems
Howard University
2001.05 -
Skills
- Strategic Asset Management
- Capital Strategy
- Affordable Housing Development
- Public-Private Partnerships
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Operational Resilience
- Inclusive Leadership
- Team leadership
- Strategic planning
- Coaching and mentoring
- Policy Innovation
Websites
Timeline
Vice President, Asset Management
NYCHA
2020.01 - Current
Deputy Director, Underwriting & Asset Management
NYCHA
2018.01 - 2020.01
Senior Project Manager
NYCHA
2016.01 - 2018.01
Project Manager & Transaction Associate
NYCHA
2011.01 - 2016.01
Food & Beverage Manager
Luxury Hotels
2003.01 - 2008.01
Master of Science - Real Estate Finance
New York University
2001.05 -
BBA - Computer Information Systems
Howard University
2001.05 -
Technology Consultant
Accenture
1999.01 - 2001.01