HomeFree-USA
Derek Eddy is an experienced business support leader currently serving at HomeFree-USA, where responsibilities include managing a network of 54 affiliate organizations focused on expanding home ownership for people of color through analysis and mentorship. Prior to this role, Derek held various senior positions at Wells Fargo from 2004 to 2021, including VP of Strategy Manager, where national housing affordability strategies were developed, and VP of Program & Project Manager, focusing on disaster response programs. Additional roles included AVP of National Outreach & Partnerships Community Relations, Loan Administration Manager, and Assistant Branch Manager, emphasizing leadership in community relations, team development, and operational efficiency. Derek holds a BBA in Marketing, Human Resources, and International Business from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh.
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HomeFree-USA
Established in 1995, HomeFree-USA is a leading HUD-approved 501(c)(3) not-for-profit homeownership development, foreclosure intervention and financial empowerment organization. By providing information, inspiration and motivation, HomeFree-USA increases the homeownership success and financial skills and capabilities of working class families thereby placing them on the road to financial self-sufficiency and building wealth. Through Homeownership Centers in metropolitan Washington, DC, Atlanta, West Palm Beach and more than 80 affiliated community-based housing counseling agencies, the HomeFree-USA NonProfit Partner Network represents more than 1.5 million homebuyers and homeowners nationwide. 92% of HomeFree-USA homebuyers are approved for mortgages and 90% of at-risk homeowners are helped with a workout plan.