Meet Mike
About Mike Palien
As the Director of Marketing & Communications, Mike leads the development and execution of NTCIC’s marketing strategies to reach a broader audience through brand awareness, promotion, and community impact storytelling. He produces NTCIC’s front-facing marketing, design, public relations, and media initiatives, while also supporting the legislative affairs and advocacy work of the Public Policy team.
“Prior to working for NTCIC, I worked for an adaptive reuse development firm and was involved with a project in Baltimore that was financed by NTCIC. I joined NTCIC about 6 months before the project financing closed, so I got to see it come together on both sides and then watch the construction efforts bring the incredible building to life. It was an incredible full-circle moment to be a part of and made me so proud of the work we do here.”
- Mike Palien
- Director of Marketing & Communications
Prior to joining NTCIC, Mike worked as a Finance and Marketing Advisor for a Baltimore-based real estate development firm specializing in creative financing for adaptive reuse and historic rehabilitation. In this position, he marketed and represented nonprofit organizations and community groups seeking tax credit investments for real estate developments. Additionally, he was a representative for Urban Action Community Development, a Community Development Entity that supported catalytic real estate development initiatives in underinvested communities nationwide. In this role, he was responsible for the deployment of over $100 million in New Markets Tax Credit allocation.
Mike began his career in historic preservation as a Baltimore-based residential Realtor specializing in historic city homes. Mike earned his bachelor’s degree in Electronic Media from Towson University.
Mike's Favorite Projects
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Electric Works
A District of Innovation in Fort Wayne
KIPP School at Whittier
A Historic School Reborn for Learning
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Meet Angelica
About Angelica Stranyak
As Executive and Board Assistant, Angelica supports the office of the President & CEO, serves as a liaison for internal and external stakeholders, and maintains effective Board operations.
Before joining NTCIC, Angelica served as Executive Assistant to the CEO & Office Manager at the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation in Scottsdale, Arizona. She has also worked as a tour guide, a certified Spanish language interpreter, and as an assistant for architects and homebuilders.
Angelica earned a bachelor’s in architecture from Universidad Anáhuac in Mexico and a master’s in communication from Arizona State University.
“NTCIC offers communities the possibility to protect architecture while transforming neighborhoods with a rich cultural heritage. Our work provides current and future generations with the possibility of attracting business investment, reducing waste, and combining historical craftsmanship with state-of-the-art technology.”
- Angelica Stranyak
- Executive & Board Assistant
Angelica's Favorite Projects
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The Tower Life Building
Revival of San Antonio’s River Walk Landmark
The Bellevue
Revitalization of an Iconic Philadelphia Hotel
The Apollo Theater
Renovation of Harlem’s Iconic Cultural Landmark
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Meet Madelyn
About Madelyn Livingston
As the Marketing Coordinator, Madelyn works alongside the Director of Marketing and Communications to execute effective campaigns, allowing NTCIC to reach a broader audience through advocacy and creative storytelling. With a passion for history, community, and storytelling, Madelyn helps bring attention to the work NTCIC does, showcasing the transformative power of thoughtful investment.
Prior to joining NTCIC, Madelyn worked as the Marketing and Communications Coordinator for Historic Oakland Foundation, an Atlanta-based non-profit. Madelyn earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Photography, with a certificate in Historic Preservation from the University of Georgia, and her Master’s in Heritage Preservation from Georgia State University.
“I see our mission come to life through the stories I uncover and share. Each historic building we help preserve carries a legacy that resonates deeply within its community, and by highlighting these projects, I’m not just promoting our work, I’m amplifying the voices of neighborhoods that have long been overlooked and showcasing how tax credits can help benefit communities.”
- Madelyn Livingston
- Marketing Coordinator
Madelyn's Favorite Projects
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Tivoli Theatre
Community Takes Center Stage at Historic Chattanooga Theatre
Academy Lofts at Adair Park
Atlanta School Becomes Live-Work Space for Creatives
Conwood
Former Tobacco Complex Transforms into Mixed-Use Community Hub
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Meet David
About David Clower
As President and CEO of NTCIC, David Clower directs fundraising and acquisition opportunities, develops and implements the company’s overall strategy and new lines of business, and coordinates governing board/staff relations. He also oversees the activities of NTCIC’s subsidiaries, including NT Solar, NT Impact Capital, National Trust Insurance Services, and National Trust Tours.
David joined NTCIC in 2024 with 30 years of commercial and investment banking and community development finance experience across commercial real estate, venture debt, private equity, alternative, and socially responsible impact investment platforms. Prior to joining NTCIC, he served as Chief Credit Officer, Chief Investment Officer, and Executive Vice President of Strategic Investments at RDF, a national, investment grade-rated, community development financial institution based in Arizona. He has specialized experience underwriting and structuring commercial mortgage-backed securities working with bulge bracket investment banks and spent ten years early in his career in lending and client advisory roles with Silicon Valley Bank in both California and Texas.
“Over the past 25 years, NTCIC has consistently demonstrated that doing well and doing good are not mutually exclusive— that meaningful social outcomes can be achieved while at the same time delivering attractive risk-adjusted returns for investors.”
- David G. Clower
- President & CEO
He is currently a member of the New Markets Tax Credit Advisory Board of Directors for Petros Community Impact Fund, a Texas-based Community Development Entity; a member of the Board of Directors for The Open Access Fellowship, which is focused on increasing Black and Latino representation throughout the community development industry; and as Chair of the board of Directors for the Phoenix Conservatory of Music, a non-profit, creative youth development organization.
David previously served as Chair of the CDFI Advisory Board for Quontic, a privately-held, New York-based adaptive digital bank; an Executive Committee Member of the New Markets Tax Credit Coalition’s Board of Directors, a member of the Bank of America Merrill Lynch Community Advisory Board, a member of the Corporate Advisory Board of the Phoenix Chapter of the Association of Latino Professionals for America (ALPFA); and as Vice Chair of NTCIC’s Board of Directors. He is a multi-national with dual citizenship in the United States and México. He studied Applied Economics at the University of San Francisco, Commercial Real Estate Finance at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and Strategic Business Leadership at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.
David’s Favorite Projects
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The Rialto Building
From Underutilized Office Space to Luxury Hotel
The Apollo Theater
Renovation of Harlem’s Iconic Cultural Landmark
InterContinental Hotel Indianapolis
Historic Office Building Converted to 5-Star Hotel
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Meet Mike
About Mike Phillips
As Director of Public Policy, Mike Phillips specializes in garnering and organizing local, national, and federal advocacy initiatives. He works to secure congressional support for enhancement legislation relating to the Historic Tax Credit (HTC), New Market Tax Credit, and other community development incentives. Mike is a nationally recognized leader in advising advocates on delivering timely communication and key information to congressional offices on behalf of the HTC. He is the Chair of the Advocacy Committee with the Historic Tax Credit Coalition, helping advocates plan and coordinate in-district/state site visits with members of Congress and orchestrates DC lobby days on behalf of the coalition.
“It’s satisfying to see NTCIC’s projects prioritize excellence in historic preservation while at the same time effectively promoting critical impact like employment, small business growth, and community health. NTCIC invests in communities to help them grow and develop into something inspiring, unique and wonderful.”
- Mike Phillips
- Director of Public Policy
Mike's Favorite Projects
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American Brewery
Historic Brewery Becomes Social Services Hub in Baltimore
The Battery
Power Station Transforms into Multifamily Campus Experience
Westport Commons
Revitalizing Westport’s Legacy
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Meet Suzanne
About Suzanne Brown
As Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Suzanne is responsible for finance and internal operations including Accounting, HR, IT and administrative functions for NTCIC, its subsidiaries and its funds. Suzanne also oversees NMTC compliance and assists in managing NTCIC’s NMTC program.
Suzanne has over 35 years of management, accounting and finance experience and has held various senior management positions in corporate accounting for both private and public companies. Prior to joining NTCIC, she worked for Enterprise Community Investment, Inc., where she was responsible for deploying over $100 million in NMTC capital, as well as overseeing compliance and investor reporting and served on their finance team. She additionally held other positions in corporate accounting and was a manager in the financial services practice of KPMG, a national public accounting firm.
Suzanne is a CPA and holds a Bachelor of Accounting, Magna Cum Laude, from The George Washington University and an MBA from Johns Hopkins University.
“Our work not only helps to save historic buildings and promote environmental sustainability, but it supports economic rebirth and the continued vitality of the communities in which we invest. It is a privilege to be able to do this work and observe the amazing impacts our projects achieve.”
- Suzanne Brown
- Senior Vice President & Chief Operating Officer
Suzanne's Favorite Projects
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Findlay Parkside
The Continued Expansion of an Iconic Public Market
Benn High
Vacant School Building Becomes Community Hub
American Brewery
Historic Brewery Becomes Social Services Hub in Baltimore
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