Biography: <p><strong>Rhanda McKown</strong> is a seasoned affordable housing professional with over 20 years of experience in the industry. Currently, she serves as Director of Affordable Housing for a non-profit organization covering four states. She spent 15 years working for a Performance Based Contract Administrator (PBCA), where she conducted Management and Occupancy Reviews across Florida and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Rhanda has developed specialized expertise in processing Auto-OCAF rent adjustments, Special Claims, Budget-Based Rent Adjustments, and Contract Renewals. Her background in HUD-funded multifamily affordable housing subsidy programs is extensive, with a specialization in properties that follow HUD Handbook 4350.3 for occupancy guidelines.</p><p>In addition to her technical expertise, Rhanda has a strong track record in building and coordinating educational programs focused on affordable&nbsp;housing. She has also served as the Director of the Affordable Housing Study Commission for Florida, where she played a key role in understanding and reporting on affordable housing policy and statistics in the state.</p>