AHC
Jennifer K. Smith has extensive work experience in communications and consulting. In 2022, they joined AHC Inc. as the Director of Communications and established their own company, Jenstar Works LLC, where they serve as the President/Principal Consultant. Prior to that, they worked at NRECA as an Internal Communications Consultant. Additionally, Jennifer has a long history with Arlington County, holding various roles such as Director of Strategic Communications, Director of Public Engagement, Digital Communications Director, and Internal Communications Manager. Before their time at Arlington County, they were the Communications Director of Member Services at AOL. Jennifer began their career at the Military Officers Association of America, where they held positions as Deputy Director, Assistant Director, and Publications Manager.
Jennifer K. Smith has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications and English from James Madison University. Jennifer also attended the University of Maryland to study Communications/PR Management. Additionally, they earned a Publications Specialist Certificate from The George Washington University. The exact start and end years for each educational experience are not provided.
AHC
Affordable Homes & Communities (AHC) is a community-focused, non-profit affordable housing developer. Since 1975, AHC Inc. has developed more than 50 apartment communities with more than 8,200 affordable apartments in Virginia, Washington DC, and Maryland. AHC also provides extensive educational programs and social services onsite at our apartment communities to enhance residents’ lives – and the communities we serve. AHC prioritizes community-building, equity, and diversity throughout our organization - from thoughtful engagement with the residents we serve to long-time relationships with local government and community partners. Our outstanding real estate track record includes innovative development strategies, award-winning architectural design, cutting-edge environmental solutions, and long-time partnerships and quality developments that strengthen neighborhoods and local economies. AHC’s nationally recognized Resident Services program initiated nearly 30 years ago, is helping build stronger futures for more than 3,000 children, youth, and adults who live in our affordable housing communities through education programs, social services, community partnerships, and access to local support. Our team has earned the industry-leader CORES certification, which recognizes AHC’s ongoing commitment to the highest standards for resident services. Volunteer opportunities include working with elementary students in our Afterschool or Summer Program and teens in our Tutoring and College and Career Readiness Programs. We are proud that 100% of the students in our education programs have graduated from high school, with the majority going to college - most the first in their families to achieve this life-changing milestone. To learn more about volunteering, contact volunteer@ahcinc.org.