AHT is pleased to share two exciting updates to our finance team that reflect our continued commitment to organizational excellence and mission-driven growth.

Brian McClellan Promoted to Chief Financial Officer

Effective January 2026, Brian has been promoted to Chief Financial Officer. This title better reflects both the scope of his contributions and AHT's standing among our CDFI peers. This promotion also supports AHT's adoption of the EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) framework as we work to integrate that structure organization-wide.

Brian brings over 25 years of experience leading finance, accounting, and operations across publicly held companies, entrepreneurial growth businesses, and mission-driven nonprofit organizations. His background spans both traditional corporate environments and impact-focused lending, and he has spent the past three years with AHT deepening our work in the CDFI lending space.

In his expanded role, Brian leads financial strategy, cash flow forecasting, budget development, and the annual audit, while managing lending capital, funding sources, and credit facilities to support sustainable growth. He also directs accounting operations, including financial reporting, internal controls, and grants compliance, and works to align financial strategy with organizational impact. Through financial analysis, risk management, and capital stewardship, Brian supports informed decision-making and advances AHT's affordable housing and community investment initiatives. He holds a B.A. in Economics from Harvard University.

Welcoming Jay Conroy as Controller

We are equally excited to welcome Jay Conroy to the AHT team as our new Controller.

Jay graduated from Miami University (Ohio) in 2011 with a Master of Accounting. Shortly after graduating, Jay successfully passed the CPA exam and began his career in public accounting with Deloitte. After gaining about 5 years of experience in public accounting, Jay moved to industry with a focus on financial services. 

Jay has amassed a valuable variety of financial services experience with his most recent role before joining AHT being with KEMBA Financial Credit Union. 

Together, Brian and Jay represent a strong and experienced financial leadership team; one that is well-positioned to support AHT's operational health, uphold our commitment to transparency and compliance, and advance the mission of expanding affordable housing and community investment. A strong financial foundation is essential to everything we do, and we are confident this team will help AHT continue to grow with both integrity and impact.