Our Staff

LEADERSHIP

Angela Allen

President | NMLS#52353

Angie joined Highlands Housing Corporation in 2024 and serves as President, leading the organization’s work to provide safe, affordable housing in southeastern Appalachia, Kentucky. With decades of experience in the real estate, finance, and lending industry, she has held leadership roles in grant and loan administration, housing counseling, lending, and homeownership programs. She is a HUD-Certified Housing Advisor, a Licensed Mortgage Loan Originator, a Certified Loan Packager for the USDA 502 program, and holds certifications through the NeighborWorks Center for Homeownership Education and Counseling.

As President, Angie directs the organization’s mission to transform lives while also empowering clients with the tools and knowledge to achieve homeownership, financial stability, and generational wealth. She is passionate about creating opportunities for all families to access safe, affordable housing and build a stronger future.

Lending

Tiffany Boston

HOUSING SPECIALIST | NMLS#1715209

Tiffany serves as Director of Housing Services and has been with the organization since 2013, including 2 years of serving through AmeriCorps service. Her first experience with Highlands Housing was constructing her own home with one of our first Self-Help groups. Tiffany is a Licensed Mortgage Loan Officer, Commissioned Notary Public, Certified Loan Packager for the USDA 502 program, and is Certified for Pre and Post Purchase Homebuyer Education. She works one-on-one with clients to prepare them for homeownership and walks with them through the construction process from start to finish, including closing. With her unique perspective, Tiffany is dedicated to helping people through the housing process, as she firmly believes that everyone deserves the chance to own a home.

Rebecca Taylor

Housing Specialist | NMLS#1713992

Becky serves as Director of Housing Services and has been with Highlands Housing since 2018. Her first experience with the organization was as a homeowner building her new home through the Highlands Housing Homeownership program. She is a Licensed Mortgage Loan Originator, Commissioned Notary Public, and holds certifications in Financial Capability, Rental Housing Counselling, and as a Loan Packager for the USDA 502 Program. Becky works closely with clients to build strong relationships and guide them through housing programs. She packages mortgage applications for individuals purchasing or building homes and supports renters who qualify for the Tenant-Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) program. Becky is passionate about ensuring that everyone has access to safe, affordable housing and the opportunity to build a stable future.

Construction

Darrell Kinnett

Vice President Construction | Construction Manager | Certified HERS Rater

Darrell has been with Highlands Housing since 2011 and serves as the Vice President of Construction. A third-generation builder he brings over 44 years of construction experience, he oversees all aspects of construction. He is a Licensed Electrician, is certified to perform HERS ratings and state required HVAC duct testing, and is a Certified Radon Specialist, holding credentials as both a Radon Measurement Professional and Radon Mitigation Specialist. Darrell believes that everyone should have the opportunity to live in safe, affordable housing, and is committed to providing quality-built, energy-efficient homes to homeowners. In addition, Darrell is responsible for Energy Star certifications, keeping up to date with code enforcement regulations, and is certified to perform HERS ratings and state required HVAC duct testing. Darrell is driven is to provide quality-built, energy-efficient housing to underserved homeowners.

Ray Lewis

Project manager

A Laurel county native, Ray joined Highlands Housing in 2017 and serves as Project Manager. He oversees the construction of new and remodeled homes, bringing more than23 years of construction experience. Prior to joining the organization, Ray owned a construction business for 14 years, where he performed new construction, remodeling, and flooring making him the perfect fit for the work he does at Highlands Housing. An EPA Lead Renovator, Ray personally supervises construction projects and is committed to delivering safe, high-quality, energy efficient home to families seeking to achieve homeownership.

Board Members

Chairman

Richard Foley

  • Cumberland College, Retired
  • Williamsburg Community Development Agency, Retired

board member

Bill Singleton

  • Lumber King, Former Owner
  • Certified Public Accountant

 

board member

Judy Redden

  • Former McCreary County Magistrate
  • McCreary County Schools (Retired)
board member

Joe Summers

  • Monticello Bank
  • Clinton County Schools, Retired
board member

Gordon Kidd

  • Former President & CEO – Highlands Housing Corporation

     

board member

Leah Norvell

  • Branch Manager, Community Trust Bank
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Patsy Perdue

  • American Woodmark, Retired

board member

Tamara Cox

  • Daniel Boone Community Action Agency, Coordinator Rockcastle County Office (Retired)

Contact Us

Address:
362 Old Whitley Road, London, KY 40743

Lending:
(606) 729-0215
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General Inquiries:
(606) 864-5175
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Wayne County Residents:
(606) 278-2508
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Contractors & Subcontractors:
(606) 307-4753
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This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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