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Martina Guilfoil
President and CEO, Chattanooga Neighborhood Enterprise
Martina Guilfoil is an innovative nonprofit executive with 30 years of leadership experience in affordable housing and community development. She has been serving as the President and CEO of Chattanooga Neighborhood Enterprise (CNE) since September 2013, and is set to retire in late 2024.13
Professional Background
Throughout her career, Guilfoil has demonstrated significant achievements in affordable housing and nonprofit management:
Previous Leadership Roles::
- Executive Director, Orange County Housing Trust (2011-2013)
- Chief Executive Officer, Community Housing Trust of Sarasota County (2006-2008)
- President, National NeighborWorks Association (2003-2006)
- Executive Director, Inglewood Neighborhood Housing Services (1986-2006)3
Achievements at CNE
Under her leadership, CNE has:
- Launched the Chattanooga Missing Middle Housing initiative
- Became a finalist for the Jack Kemp Excellence in Affordable Housing Award
- Continued to support first-time homebuyers and provide financial education12
Guilfoil is known for her innovative approach to community development, focusing not just on providing housing but also on equipping homeowners with essential financial skills.2 She will remain with CNE through late 2024 to ensure a smooth leadership transition.1
Highlights
Aug 18 · chattanoogan.com
Process Underway To Find Successor To Martina Guilfoil At CNE
Aug 12 · kxan.com
Chattanooga Neighborhood Enterprise to Seek Next President and ...
Apr 11 · abc4.com
CNE President & CEO Receives Lifetime Achievement Award
Apr 6 · herechattanooga.com
Affordable Housing Chattanooga: Interview with CNE's Martina Guilfoil
Jan 1 · cneinc.org
Employment | CNE Inc. - Chattanooga Neighborhood Enterprise