Joel Amin
New Castle
Summary
Results-driven community development and affordable housing professional with over seven years of experience leading public-private investment initiatives, managing community focused programs, and managing strategic partnerships. Skilled in deploying investment capital, enhancing community strength, and promoting equitable solutions to complex social problems. Proven expertise in evaluating development opportunities, managing investment portfolios, and overseeing projects from concept to completion.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Manager, Catalyst Fund
Cinnaire
Wilmington, DE
12.2019 - Current
· Lead implementation of Delaware's Catalyst Fund ($20MM), directing strategic investments supporting affordable housing, neighborhood revitalization, and long-term community wealth building.
· Manage a statewide portfolio of affordable housing developments from project evaluation through construction completion while ensuring compliance and financial stewardship.
· Managed statewide portfolio of affordable housing developments from project evaluation to construction completion, ensuring compliance and financial stewardship.
· Evaluated development opportunities through financial analysis, risk assessment, and project feasibility reviews, facilitating strategic investment decisions.
· Prepared executive presentations, funding recommendations, portfolio analyses, and performance reports to inform senior leadership and funding partners.
· Coordinate cross-functional teams across underwriting, legal, compliance, construction, and executive leadership.
· Represent Cinnaire throughout Delaware's community development ecosystem.
Underwriting Analyst
Cinnaire
Wilmington, DE
12.2019 - 10.2022
- Analyzed $300 MM+ in LIHTC equity pipeline
- Supported the closing of Mid-Atlantic Fund 5 ($30 MM), 6 ($40 MM), and 7 ($50 MM)
- Evaluated risk factors and underwriting guidelines to support equity investment decisions decisions.
- Evaluated risk factors and underwriting guidelines to support loan application decisions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline underwriting processes and improve turnaround times.
- Developed comprehensive reports on underwriting trends, contributing to strategic decision-making initiatives.
Startup Founder
Wilminvest LLC
Wilmington, DE
01.2017 - Current
· Lead acquisition, underwriting, renovation, construction management, leasing, and disposition strategies across a growing residential portfolio ($3 MM).
· Partner with government agencies, nonprofit organizations, lenders, investors, contractors, and community stakeholders to advance neighborhood revitalization initiatives.
· Evaluate investment opportunities, develop project budgets, manage construction timelines, and oversee project execution.
· Structure financing strategies and coordinate project teams to maximize financial performance while supporting community development goals.
Board Member
Habitat for Humanity
Wilmington, DE
12.2024 - Current
Board Member
True Access Capital
Wilmington, DE
09.2020 - Current
Board Member
Delaware Community Reinvestment Action Council
Wilmington, DE
02.2022 - Current
Education
Bachelor of Science - Entrepreneurship
University of Delaware
Newark, DE06-2019
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Organizational development
- Grant management
- Nonprofit experience
- Government Relations
- Program Management
- Innovation Mindset
Timeline
Board Member
Habitat for Humanity
12.2024 - Current
Board Member
Delaware Community Reinvestment Action Council
02.2022 - Current
Board Member
True Access Capital
09.2020 - Current
Program Manager, Catalyst Fund
Cinnaire
12.2019 - Current
Underwriting Analyst
Cinnaire
12.2019 - 10.2022
Startup Founder
Wilminvest LLC
01.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Entrepreneurship
University of Delaware
$750,000 FHLB AHP Awardee (2023)
Lead Application to Federal Home Loan Bank of Pittsburgh (FHLB) securing grant to pilot innovative homeownership program in partnership with local credit union and various non-profit organizations.