BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

KCDC’s Board of Commissioners oversees all programs provided by the agency, including affordable public housing administration, redevelopment and rental assistance programs. Seven board members are appointed by the mayor of the City of Knoxville, including a resident commissioner who is currently participating in a KCDC housing program.

Next Board Meeting: Thursday, February 26 at 5:00 p.m.

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Public forum, questions or comments, call (865) 403-1105 or [email protected] before 3 p.m. the day of the meeting.


Chair

BECKY WADE

Becky Wade is the retired director of Housing and Neighborhood Development for the City of Knoxville and previously worked for KCDC for 31 years before retiring in 2007.

VICE CHAIR

FELIX HARRIS

Felix Harris is a HUD Certified Housing Counselor with more than 20 years of experience in the banking and financial services industry.

Treasurer

Nadim Jubran

Nadim Jubran is a partner in Capstone Concepts, LLC, in the restaurant industry; owner of PIER Group, LLC, in the recreation industry; and a founding member and partner of professional soccer team One Knoxville SC.


SECRETARY

BEN BENTLEY

As Executive Director and CEO, Ben Bentley develops and implements strategic initiatives to improve affordable housing and foster development in the City of Knoxville and Knox County.


KIMBERLY K. HENRY

Kimberly is an independent financial advisor specializing in comprehensive financial planning, retirement income strategies, long-term care planning, and small business and divorce-related financial solutions.


Kelly Johnson

Kelly Johnson’s family business operates 12 independent restaurants in Sevier County.

BOB WHETSEL

Bob Whetsel retired in 2015, following a 22-year career with the City of Knoxville, where he served as director of public service from 1993 to 2007 and as director of redevelopment from 2008 until his retirement.


MARTHA TATE

Martha Tate is an active, supportive and engaged resident at North Ridge Crossing.