Sevara E. Davis

Sevara E. Davis currently serves as SVP/Chief Operating Officer at POAH Communities, overseeing an affordable housing portfolio of 136 properties and 13,000 units, focusing on stalled initiatives and automation strategies. Previously, Sevara held the position of Director of Real Estate at Chicago Public Schools, managing over 400 lease agreements and leading real estate initiatives for a portfolio exceeding 740 properties. Additional experience includes roles as a Building Management Specialist at GSA and Building Operations Manager at Chicago Public Schools. Sevara has also worked as a Regional Facilities Manager and Property Manager at JLL, and as a Realtor with Keller Williams Realty, Inc. Notably, Sevara was an Asset Manager at the Illinois Housing Development Authority, responsible for a $200M real estate development portfolio. Sevara E. Davis earned an MBA in Real Estate and a B.S. in Finance from Roosevelt University.