Alexander Clark
About Alexander Clark
Alexander Clark is an intern in Development and Construction at National Church Residences in Columbus, Ohio, where he has worked since 2019. He supports affordable senior housing initiatives through research, financing acquisition, and project compliance.
Work at National Church Residences
Alexander Clark has been employed at National Church Residences since 2019, serving as an Intern in Development and Construction. In this role, he provides support in managing project timelines and acquiring financing from various sources, including the Federal Home Loan Bank (FHLB) and state and local HOME funds. His work focuses on expanding affordable senior housing through Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) new construction and rehabilitation projects across Ohio, Michigan, and Pennsylvania.
Education and Expertise
Alexander Clark completed his high school education at Liberty Union-Thurston High School, graduating with a 4.0 GPA from 2007 to 2011. He pursued higher education at The Ohio State University, where he studied Security and Intelligence and International Studies from 2011 to 2015. He furthered his education at the same institution, earning a Master's degree in City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning from 2018 to 2020. His academic background supports his expertise in urban planning and development.
Background
Before joining National Church Residences, Alexander Clark gained diverse experience in various roles. He worked as a Cashier at Giant Eagle, Inc. for four months in 2012. He also served in AmeriCorps, first as the Application Selection Committee Chairman in 2016 for six months, and then as a Habitat for Humanity Construction Site Coordinator from 2015 to 2016. Additionally, he worked at lululemon as Team Second-in-command from 2016 to 2018.
Research and Development Initiatives
In his current role, Alexander Clark conducts research and mapping for potential land acquisitions to identify future LIHTC development opportunities. He analyzes local and metropolitan population demographics to inform project planning. Furthermore, he ensures that all projects comply with local zoning codes and align with city comprehensive plans, contributing to effective urban development strategies.