Meet the staff

The HBA senior staff leadsthe distinct areas of HBA operations and collaboratively serves the HBA's mission and members' needs. Each has significant professional background in their areas of expertise and brings a high level of commitment to the association.

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Senior staff

Jeffrey Whiton
CEO & Executive Vice President
303-551-6725

The Executive Vice President is the Chief Executive Officer of the HBA leads the staffing and operations functions of the HBA, and manages the daily business of the organization.

Chérie Talbert,
Vice President of Public Affairs & 
Executive Director of the Metro Housing Coalition
303-551-6734

The Vice President of Public Affairs manages and coordinates HBA government relations throughout the 32 municipalities within the eight-county metro Denver area. She facilitates political relationships and manages the HBA's communications — both internal and external. She also serves as the executive director of the HBA's political committee, The Metro Housing Coalition. 

Accounting

Toby Paioff
Senior Financial Analyst
303-551-6717  

The Senior Financial Analyst handles all billing and financial recordkeeping.

Support

Denise McNeill
Administrative Coordinator
303-551-6728

 The Administrative Coordinator schedules activities for the HBA building and helps coordinate committees and councils.