Art is the Executive Director of KFHC. His primary responsibilities include initiating community outreach programs and overseeing legal staff in filing complaints. Prior to this, he focused his practice on housing issues and landlord/tenant law. Art has taught for the National Business Institute and lectures to both landlords and tenants on a regular basis. He is a member of the Kentucky Bar Association, State Bar of Georgia, and the Florida Bar.

Art received his B.S. degree in journalism with honors from the University of Florida. He earned his J.D. degree (magna cum laude) from the University of Georgia School of Law, where he was a member of the Georgia Chapter of the Order of the Coif. [email]

Carrie is the Assistant Director at KFHC. Carrie, a graduate of James A. Rhodes State College in Ohio, holds an associate's degree in applied science. She is deeply committed to fair housing advocacy, working diligently with landlords and tenants to address any fair housing issues that may emerge over time. Drawing upon her expertise and passion, Carrie aspires to further her career in the fair housing sector through advanced education or certification. Her ultimate goal is to play a pivotal role in shaping and influencing fair housing policies and practices on local, state, and even national scales. With a passion for community service and a commitment to making a positive impact, Carrie also oversees the implementation and management of various programs aimed at addressing KFHC's mission. [email]

Ben is an attorney for the Kentucky Fair Housing Council. He started his legal career at the Legal Aid Society in Louisville, Kentucky during the foreclosure crisis. Since then, in both private practice and as a public interest attorney, housing and homelessness has been a central part of Ben's work. Whether it's protecting a homeowner from servicer abuses, helping a renter navigate an eviction, speaking on a panel about the role zoning laws play in preserving and perpetuating racial injustices, or working with organizers to build renter power, Ben knows that housing is (pun very much intended) foundational. Ben grew up in Greenup County and has lived in Louisville since 2008. Ben graduated from Davidson College in Davidson, NC and the University of Kentucky College of Law. For his role in protecting renters' rights during the pandemic, he received the Community Service Award in 2022 from the UK College of Law. [email]

Kat Hartlage is the Education and Outreach Coordinator at Kentucky Fair Housing Council. Her work includes social media management, providing trainings for the community on fair housing, and creating educational materials. She is from and currently lives in Louisville, KY. She is excited to talk to neighbors and community organizations about fair housing. She believes that housing is a human right and is eager to help make Kentucky a more equitable place to live. [email]

Annie serves as the Intake Specialist at the Kentucky Fair Housing Council (KFHC), where she is responsible for informing clients about KFHC services and Fair Housing regulations, as well as referring them to relevant community resources.

Before joining KFHC, Annie worked with programs dedicated to supporting survivors of sexual violence, both in Kentucky and at a national level. She is passionate about advocacy and is currently pursuing further education in non-profit administration to enhance her ability to support community programs.

Originally from Eastern Kentucky, Annie has been a long-time resident of Lexington. In her free time, she enjoys gaming with friends and creating fiber art.

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Noel is a dedicated advocate with a passion for helping others navigate housing challenges. As an AmeriCorps member, Noel actively contributes to the movement for fair housing at federal, state, and local levels. With a strong commitment to supporting the community, Noel is especially focused on addressing homelessness and championing LGBTQIA+ rights.

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