David Cleghorn serves as the President for HELP Development Corp. and oversees the permanent housing development and operations for the organization. This includes management of the pre-development process, financing and construction and long-term asset management and building operations.  David is currently overseeing the re-organization of HELP Development Corp. to operate independently from HELP USA while remaining organizational affiliates. Prior to this, David was a key member of the HELP USA Central Leadership Team, participating in ongoing organizational planning and strategy, and was integral in the organization’s expansion through developments for LGBT seniors in the Bronx, and veterans and family housing in Philadelphia, Buffalo, New Jersey, Maryland, Washington, D.C., and New York City. David has a strong background in community-based real estate development, with a focus on affordable and supportive housing. Prior to HELP, he served for five years as Vice President of Development at Diamond & Associates in Philadelphia, developing over 900 units of affordable housing. He has also served as Real Estate Development Director for New Kensington CDC and Community Real Estate Developer at Project H.O.M.E. in Pennsylvania, among other positions in Baltimore and Indiana. He has a Masters of Public Administration from the Robert F. Wagner School of Public Service at New York University, and received his Bachelor’s degree from Earlham College.

Daniel P. Montanaro is an entrepreneurial professional specializing in real estate investment, particularly in affordable housing development. With a Master’s degree in Real Estate Development and Finance from Georgetown University and a Bachelor’s in Construction Management, Daniel has garnered extensive experience in financing, project management, and stakeholder relationships. He has excelled as a Development Director at Dakota Partners and as a Development Manager at JHM Group, securing over $200MM in capital and obtaining multiple LIHTC allocations. His expertise includes business development, planning, and executing large-scale housing projects, demonstrating strong leadership and problem-solving skills.

Emma Colley is a Senior Project Manager at HELP Development Corp, where she manages the pre-development, financing, and construction of affordable and supportive housing project. Her current work focuses on supportive housing for families, veterans, and older adults throughout New York, Maryland, and Pennsylvania. Emma is committed to developing projects thoughtfully and efficiently by utilizing her experience in architecture, urban planning, and affordable housing finance. Prior to HELP, Emma worked in the New Construction Finance Division of the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD), where she oversaw a large portfolio of affordable rental and homeownership projects. She is also trained as an architect and worked as a Designer with MASS Design Group and Construction Crew Leader with Habitat for Humanity Greater Boston. Emma holds a Master in Urban Planning from the Harvard University Graduate School of Design and a Bachelor of Architecture from Pratt Institute.

Currently serving as Vice President of Permanent Housing Facilities and Construction at Help Development Corp, Asher Harris leads the development and management of sustainable, permanent housing solutions. Asher is a capital projects and facilities management professional with nearly a decade of experience driving infrastructure improvements in nonprofit, supportive housing, and shelter environments.

Prior to this role, they were Capital Projects Manager at Community Access, overseeing capital investments across 18 multifamily residential buildings. Asher has expertise in project funding management, regulatory compliance—including NYC Local Laws—and affordable housing preservation strategies. They also held progressive leadership roles at Safe Horizon, directing capital projects for a portfolio of over 120 facilities and co-leading internal DEI initiatives. Rooted in mission-driven work, Asher is dedicated to building safe, inclusive, and resilient spaces that empower communities. Outside of “the office,” you can find them quilting, gardening, or taste testing ice cream.

Michael comes with 12 years of experiences in financial reporting and compliance , having worked in both real estate development and property management. Michael is Certified Public Accountant and has both Bachelor and Master degrees in Accounting . Michael is passionate about building efficient processes , collaborate across departments, and ensuring transparency in all aspects of financial communication.