Asher Michels-Allen

Asher Michels-Allen is a seasoned professional in affordable housing development, currently serving as a Loan Officer at Greater Minnesota Housing Fund since October 2024. Prior experience includes a Project Manager role at CommonBond Communities, where responsibilities encompassed overseeing various stages of real estate development for multiple affordable housing projects. Earlier positions included Housing Development Associate II and Housing Development Associate, assisting in the management of multi-family housing initiatives, as well as a Real Estate Intern role focused on due diligence and financing. Asher's research background includes a Graduate Research Assistant position at the University of Minnesota, working on qualitative studies for nonprofit clients, and an internship with the Metropolitan Council of the Twin Cities aimed at facilitating housing solutions for Section 8 voucher recipients. Educational qualifications include a Master's of Public Policy focused on Housing and Community Economic Development from the Humphrey School of Public Affairs and a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Northern Iowa.