Who We Are

What We Do

JAHMA is a nonprofit organization for property managers and owners of New Jersey affordable housing and government-assisted housing. We are dedicated to improving the skills and knowledge of professionals working in the affordable housing industry. We are committed to fair housing advocacy and to creating a better housing environment  for all residents of affordable housing.

As an association advocating for quality communities and fair housing, JAHMA's mission is to:

  • provide quality technical and professional development education for agents, owners, staff, and residents of affordable housing communities.

  • interface actively with HUD and other regulatory agencies to address relevant topics/issues.

  • disseminate pertinent information to members on legal, legislative, and regulatory issues.

  • encourage members, as needed, to be proactive on critical items.

In accomplishing our mission, JAHMA maintains an active partnership with the National Affordable Housing Management Association (NAHMA).

2025 Board of Directors

PRESIDENT
Christopher DeStefano

FIRST VICE PRESIDENT
Anna May Stroyek

SECOND VICE PRESIDENT
Dave Schiro

SECRETARY
Dan Coughlin

TREASURER
Scott Schaffer

HUD/NJHMFA LIAISON
Dean Santa

BOARD MEMBERS
Sandy Cipollone
Tony Cupano
Steve Friedman
Mattie James
Kevin Krier
J. Kenneth Pagano
Francis Thomas

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Laura Spataro