Esther Haugabook is a motivated and experienced Real Estate and Community Planning and Development professional. Esther joined HUD as a CPD rep two years ago and manages an extensive portfolio of both formula and CoC grantees. Prior to joining HUD, she had a long career at the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA), in several positions including the Southeast Development Division marketing MSHDA�s programs, working with LIHTC developers to layer financing, a Cities of Promise Champion, managed grants, and served on several committees and boards; Community Development grant manager; and served as an Employee Engagement Specialist for the entire agency with a focus on DEI, staff motivation and process improvement. In addition to her strong organizational skills and strategic thinking, Esther excels in elevating employee morale, relationship building and collaboration. Esther�s mantra is, �at the end of the day, it�s all about the people�!
Esther also has ten years of Real Estate and Community Development experience including commercial predevelopment for a national retailer and real estate sales and acquisition.