cwessner@davidsonhousing.org

Connie is a 25+ year resident of Davidson, having moved here with her husband Dave who is a faculty member at Davidson College. She served as a K12 administrator at Community School of Davidson from 2009-2022. Prior to that position here in Davidson, Connie was the co-owner of The Davidson Group, a consulting firm that provided digital and print communications services, including strategic planning and positioning to organizations in the nonprofit, higher education, and government sectors. In addition she has worked as a research associate at the Intergovernmental Health Policy Project at George Washington University and in a variety of policy and budget positions at the Massachusetts Department of Public Welfare. She holds a Master’s Degree in Politics and Public Policy from Eagleton Institute of Politics at Rutgers University and a Bachelor’s Degree from Franklin & Marshall College in Lancaster, PA.

candi@davidsonhousing.org

What are your primary job responsibilities?

• Screen and approve tenants
• Prepare lease agreements
• Handle tenant issues and collect rent
• Work with vendors on maintenance and repairs
• Handle move ins/ move outs
• Ensure property is legally in compliance

Education and/or Experience:

Certified Professional of Occupancy (CPO), fair housing certified, 20 years in affordable housing

What are the aspects of the job you enjoy most?

I am honored to work in affordable housing. I take great pride in knowing I have helped the most vulnerable people in society to secure a suitable home. There is nothing more gratifying.

What do you enjoy doing in your spare time?

I am passionate about family. I spend most of my time with my grandkids. I like to volunteer on Saturday mornings distributing supplies to our homeless. I love to shop, mainly for others. My favorite time of the year would be summer. I am happiest when I am helping others.