Jennifer Miller has been the executive director of HAND (Hamilton County Area Neighborhood Development Inc.) since 2016, but she has announced her intention to step down from that position on November 1st.  According to my news gathering partner, the Hamilton County Reporter, Miller has  led the organization through a period of growth in collaborating with other groups, including an expansion into Boone County and the formation of the Hamilton County Home Repair Partnership with Shepherd’s Center of Hamilton County and the former Habitat for Humanity of Hamilton County.

“I am very proud of the work we have accomplished in the last three years and look forward to seeing how HAND grows in the future,” Miller said. “The need for affordable housing options only increases each year in our communities. I will continue to support HAND and its partners in these efforts.”

The HAND board of directors will begin the search for a new executive director.

“Jennifer stepped into her leadership role at HAND during a time of significant organizational transition. She has worked tirelessly to further enhance HAND’s reputation and partnerships,” said Board President Cory Daly. “As unfortunate as this announcement is, our remaining staff at HAND is well prepared to continue building upon the strong foundation Jennifer has laid and continue our important mission.”

HAND was established in 2003 as a nonprofit with the goal of promoting prosperity and diversity in local communities by providing quality housing opportunities for low- and moderate-income individuals and families.