Green Street HousingContact

The people behind every project

Development, finance, asset management, and construction, under one roof. Our team brings decades of combined experience in affordable housing.

Atlantic Blvd — Sterling, VA
LeadershipPrincipal
Dave Layfield

Dave Layfield

Founder and Chief Growth Officer
33 years in c-suite

Alongside CEO Tom Ayd, Dave sets strategy, stewards high-impact decisions, and scales the company's ability to deliver high-quality affordable housing. He is also Founder and CEO of HousrAI, an affiliate real estate SaaS company building AI-driven tools for the affordable housing industry.

For generations, America's free-market economy and government have failed many of our poorest citizens on housing.”

LeadershipPrincipal
Tom Ayd

Tom Ayd

Founder and CEO
21 years in development

Tom sets company strategy and oversees the pipeline, sources and shapes new development opportunities, and mentors the team so deals move from pursuit through closing into real community assets. He clears roadblocks and keeps development, construction, and finance aligned to deliver high-quality affordable housing.

I love turning sustained effort into visible growth—across our people, our practices, and the communities where we work..”

DevelopmentPartner
Chase Powell

Chase Powell

Director of Development
8 years in development

Chase advances Green Street Housing's development pipeline by leading projects from concept through construction closing. He drives site acquisition, underwriting, and financing efforts while coordinating with project teams and capital partners to deliver high-quality affordable housing communities.

Building affordable housing is an extension of my deeply held belief that well built, healthy, safe, and attainable housing is the inalienable right of every American.”

FinancePartner
Charlie Moore

Charlie Moore

Chief Financial Officer
21 years in finance

Charlie leads Green Street's finance team, driving all financial strategy, cash management, and relationships with investors and lenders. He works closely with CEO Tom Ayd and the development team to ensure every project's financing aligns with mission and execution.

I know that when Green Street builds or acquires an affordable housing community, residents receive a high-quality, energy-efficient, well-thought-out home that our team delivers time and time again.”

ConstructionPartner
Matt Auchey

Matt Auchey

Director of Design & Construction

Matt leads Green Street Housing's design and construction efforts, guiding projects from early vision through completion to ensure they meet the company's high standards of quality, efficiency, and purpose. He works closely with project teams and capital partners to transform complex ideas into enduring, well-built communities.

We're not just building apartments—we're creating homes.”

Finance
Ashley Papetti

Ashley Papetti

Controller

Ashley oversees Green Street Housing's finance team alongside CFO Charlie Moore, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and efficiency across every project. She guides developments from inception through construction completion, maintaining clear and reliable financial systems at every stage.

I take pride in providing financial clarity behind the scenes and believe it is the foundation for creating viable, sustainable developments that bring our vision of quality, affordable housing to life for those who need it most..”

DevelopmentPartner
Joe Buckley

Joe Buckley

Senior Development Manager
12 years in development

Joe leads all aspects of development for new construction and rehabilitation communities from early concept through financial closing and lease-up. He partners with project teams, capital partners, state agencies, and local stakeholders to keep entitlements, financing, and approvals moving.

I believe safe, decent, affordable housing should be available to all—and I work to create real choices so families can live near their work, community, and opportunity..”

Construction
Don Brady

Don Brady

Design and Construction Coordinator
22 years in construction

Don coordinates Green Street Housing's design and construction efforts, ensuring projects move smoothly from planning through completion. He bridges communication between project teams and capital partners, drawing on his firsthand experience as a superintendent to anticipate challenges and strengthen collaboration.

Delivering quality housing that is obtainable for all demographics is a deeply rewarding part of my life, and I take pride in helping Green Street Housing positively impact communities..”

Finance
Gabby Andrade

Gabby Andrade

Accountant
4 years in finance

Gabby ensures each project's financial foundation stays strong from predevelopment through completion, aggregating invoices and preparing accurate draws that keep work moving seamlessly. She brings clarity and confidence to the numbers that drive Green Street Housing's mission forward, applying her accounting expertise to support both precision and progress.

I use my love for numbers to help others while working with a like-minded team I'm proud to be part of..”

Construction
Steve Klopfer

Steve Klopfer

Construction Manager

Steve guides the on-site execution of Green Street Housing's construction projects, keeping each development moving smoothly from start to finish. As the team's boots on the ground, he works alongside senior construction leaders to coordinate schedules, track progress, and solve challenges in real time.

I thoroughly enjoy making a difference for people in providing housing opportunities for all.”

Development
Jake Lanza

Jake Lanza

Development Manager
5 years in development

Jake helps to drive Green Street Housing's development initiatives, guiding projects from origination through completion while coordinating financing and assembling the teams that make each project successful. He works closely with internal construction and finance teams, as well as external partners, including state agencies, counsels, and design professionals, to move projects forward efficiently and thoughtfully.

I belive all communities should have access to affordable, safe, and secure housing..”

Finance
Megan Bowers

Megan Bowers

Accountant & Office Coordinator
12 years in finance

Megan supports the financial strength of Green Street Housing by helping to keep day-to-day operations running smoothly and reliably. She works closely with the finance team to manage financial activity, maintain accurate records, and ensure the details behind each transaction are handled with care.

I'm motivated by new challenges, working as part of a team of like-minded individuals, and the opportunity to grow alongside a company that I'm proud to be apart of..”

What Drives Us

The values that align every project, partnership, and decision.

Integrity Through Service and Tenacity

We serve our residents, partners, and each other with integrity, care, and tenacity. We take pride in doing the right thing, even when it’s hard. We own our outcomes, sweat the details, and hold ourselves to the highest standard. This work matters, and we show it in how we show up.

Alignment in Purpose, Strength in Teamwork

We win together by staying aligned to the mission, to each other, and to the people we serve. We help one another not because it’s our job, but because it makes us all better. We share, challenge, and support one another, knowing that when we move in sync, we build faster, stronger, and smarter.

Bold Innovation, Grounded Execution

We seek better ways to do hard things. Innovation at Green Street guides us. We solve problems creatively, test ideas bravely, and build with purpose. We don’t chase trends; we deliver results. Because in this business, progress is earned, not assumed.