Tyrone Roderick Williams is the CEO of the Fresno Housing Authority. He is a catalyst for positive change and innovation, as well as an industry leader in affordable housing development. He has spent the past 25 years successfully leading multi-million dollar, large-scale housing developments totaling over $2 billion.
Williams brings extensive experience in affordable housing, holistic and comprehensive urban revitalization efforts, community development, and much more. His background includes work in the for-profit, nonprofit, philanthropic, and government sectors, with development activities at the forefront of neighborhood transformation efforts in Boston, Houston, Atlanta, and Sacramento. Throughout his career, he has proven to be committed to fostering environments of innovation and continuous improvement while striving to exceed business goals.

He has been recognized nationally, as a Presidio Institute Fellow for his work as a cross-sector leader. He currently serves on a variety of boards, including but not limited to, the following: Fresno Economic Development Council, Fresno County Education Foundation, Affordable Housing Advisory Council of the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco, the State of California CASA Board, and was appointed to the California Housing Finance Agency Board by Governor Gavin Newsom. Most recently, he was appointed to the United States Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s Consumer Advisory Board.
Williams is a native Texan and is passionate about leading efforts to expand housing, education, health, and equitable economic development opportunities in under-served neighborhoods. He is a national conference speaker, media contributor, and author of the book “Igniting the Power to Succeed.” He received his Bachelor of Architecture from Prairie View A&M University, a Master of City Planning Degree from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), and a PHD from the “School of Hard Knocks”.

Michael Duarte serves as Deputy Executive Director of Fresno Housing, where he provides strategic leadership across the Agency and oversees the development and implementation of programs and initiatives that align with Fresno Housing’s mission to create and sustain affordable housing and vibrant communities throughout Fresno County.
Since joining Fresno Housing in January 2007, Duarte has been instrumental in leading the development of thousands of new, quality affordable housing units with investments exceeding $800 million. In his previous role as Chief Real Estate Officer, he was responsible for multifamily housing real estate transactions and the successful execution of projects that expanded affordable housing opportunities across the region.
Duarte brings extensive expertise in federal and state housing programs, including the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Rental Assistance Demonstration, project-based Section 8, Rural Development programs administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, HOME Investment Partnerships Program, and various programs administered by the CA Department of Housing and Community Development Department, and both four percent and nine percent Low-Income Housing Tax Credit programs. His experience also includes securing private and philanthropic debt and equity.
His experience spans rehabilitation and new construction of public housing, senior housing, family housing, market rate, and permanent supportive housing for individuals experiencing homelessness. Completed developments include mixed-use and mixed-income projects, often designed to strengthen neighborhoods through redevelopment and investment.
A lifelong resident of Fresno County, Duarte also serves on the Board of Directors for Housing California and the San Joaquin Valley Housing Collaborative, where he contributes to advancing affordable housing policy and advocacy statewide.

Since joining Fresno Housing in May 2021, Dr. Marc’ Bady has been instrumental in advancing the agency’s strategic vision to create thriving, inclusive communities where every individual has access to affordable, safe, and sustainable housing. As Chief Impact and Initiatives Officer, he oversees a broad portfolio of administrative and operational departments including Information Technology, Communications, Human Resources, and Resident Services and Community Outreach. His leadership ensures that internal systems and external programs align to strengthen organizational capacity and resident outcomes.

Marc’ leads with a community-first approach, emphasizing innovation, accountability, and collaboration in everything he does. Under his leadership, the Resident Empowerment team has expanded its work to provide supportive services, educational opportunities, and community-building initiatives that directly enhance the quality of life for Fresno Housing residents. He also plays a critical role in fostering external collaborations, building cross-sector partnerships, and ensuring that agency initiatives deliver measurable impact in alignment with Fresno Housing’s long-term strategic goals.

With a strong background in information technology, Marc’ brings a data-driven perspective to his work, using analytics and performance metrics to improve operational efficiency, guide decision-making, and strengthen program performance. His leadership ensures that Fresno Housing continues to innovate in areas such as digital accessibility, customer service, and systems integration, all with the goal of creating more responsive and effective services for residents.

Marc’ has more than a decade of experience in higher education leadership. Prior to Fresno Housing, he served as Dean of Students at Coe College, where he was responsible for student development and operational and institutional initiatives. His experience in higher education shaped his understanding of how systems and structures impact people’s ability to thrive, a perspective he now brings to the housing sector.

Marc received his PhD in Business and Human Capital Development from the University of Southern Mississippi. Marc’ is focused on the intersection of organizational leadership, workforce development, and community impact. His academic work further informs his professional practice, reinforcing his commitment to leveraging people-centered strategies that build both institutional strength and community well-being.

Marc’s leadership is guided by a belief that strong communities are built through collaboration, inclusion, and empowerment. By aligning Fresno Housing’s internal operations with its resident-focused mission, he ensures the agency continues to deliver on its promise to create and sustain vibrant communities throughout Fresno County.

Brandy Woodard brings more than 25 years of housing authority leadership experience to Fresno Housing, where she currently serves as Chief of Housing Programs. Since joining Fresno Housing in January 2023, Brandy has played a key role in advancing the agency’s mission of creating and sustaining affordable housing and vibrant communities throughout Fresno County.
Brandy’s career spans decades of work across the country, including her previous role as a policy consultant at Nan McKay & Associates, one of the nation’s leading firms supporting public housing authorities with compliance, operations, and training. Prior to that, she served as Director of the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program at the Housing Authority of the City of Asheville in North Carolina, where she oversaw one of the agency’s largest and most impactful programs.
She has extensive expertise in federal housing programs, including Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) Project-Based Vouchers, Moving to Work (MTW), special purpose vouchers such as VASH, Foster Youth to Independence, and Emergency Housing Vouchers, as well as significant experience with housing authority technology systems such as YARDI. Her deep operational knowledge allows her to navigate the complex intersection of federal regulations, local needs, and innovative housing solutions that support residents and communities.
Since relocating to the Central Valley, Brandy has quickly embraced Fresno as her home and has become deeply engaged in the local community. In addition to her work at Fresno Housing, she serves as Board Chair of Live Again Fresno, an organization dedicated to uplifting and supporting children and families experiencing homelessness.
Brandy’s combination of national housing authority expertise and local commitment make her a strong advocate for residents, partners, and the community at large.