Regions Affordable Housing Names Allison Johnston as Vice President and Relationship Manager
Regions Bank has appointed Allison Johnston as Vice President and Relationship Manager for its Affordable Housing division. Johnston, who brings over 10 years of experience, will lead the origination of affordable housing opportunities in key Southeastern growth markets such as Florida, Tennessee, and Kentucky. Utilizing low-income housing tax credits (LIHTCs) and comprehensive financial solutions, Johnston aims to meet the financial needs of affordable housing developers. She will report to David Payne, co-head of Originations for Regions Affordable Housing. Johnston previously worked at Raymond James Affordable Housing Investments and holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from the University of Central Florida.
- Allison Johnston has over 10 years of experience in financial services and affordable housing.
- Johnston will lead affordable housing initiatives in high-growth markets like Florida, Tennessee, and Kentucky.
- Johnston's expertise includes low-income housing tax credits (LIHTCs) and comprehensive financial solutions.
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Johnston brings over 10 years of industry experience to help clients expand access to affordable housing opportunities.
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Regions Bank is announcing Allison Johnston has joined the Regions Affordable Housing division as vice president and relationship manager. She will lead the origination of affordable housing opportunities in key Southeastern growth markets, including cities across
Johnston will lead the origination of affordable housing opportunities in key Southeastern growth markets, including cities across
“The markets Allison will serve, including cities like
Johnston brings over 10 years of financial services and affordable housing experience to Regions. Most recently, she worked at Raymond James Affordable Housing Investments, where she oversaw the Capital Funding team in the Asset Management department. Previously, she served Regal Point Capital and Benchmark International.
Johnston earned a Bachelor of Science with a focus in Finance from the University of
“Affordable housing can be the difference between crisis and stability in many people’s lives,” Johnston said. “Regions’ relationship-based approach to client service is a big part of why developers continue to turn to Regions for financial support to help people have a safe, affordable place to call home. I’m honored to join the dedicated team at Regions Affordable Housing, and I look forward to working with our clients who have a strong history of helping expand access to affordable housing.”
Regions Affordable Housing LLC is a national LIHTC investor, syndication firm, and leader in affordable housing. Katie Such was recently named head of the division. Regions Bank is one of the nation’s largest participants in affordable housing finance through the LIHTC program, providing comprehensive real estate banking and capital markets services to meet the debt and equity capital needs of developers and investors. Regions Bank is also a Fannie Mae DUS MAH Lender, HUD/FHA Affordable Lender, and Freddie Mac Optigo TAH lender.
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