About Us

Why We Care...

Surprisingly, even after years of assisting during crises, our dedication to supporting those affected remains unwavering. We are deeply committed to ensuring individuals in need can access the necessary resources to recover from disasters.

Furthermore, we strive to help cities, counties, states, non-governmental organizations, volunteers, and other groups develop comprehensive plans and preparations for emergencies specific to their local regions.

Our Experience Includes:

Thirty plus years working in the non-profit housing development, real estate, and banking industry; with twenty-two years in the federal government.
Seventeen years in the disaster industry gives DHC the skill sets to provide technical assistance to our disaster partners.
Lic. General Contractor and Real Estate Broker.
Experience working with:
- Public Housing Authorities, and Affordable Housing Agencies across the U.S.
- Involved with the rehab. and new construction of 2,500 plus units across the U.S. in the private and public sectors.

Meet Our Team

Ed Ellis
President & Founder
Consultant

Retha Patton
Consultant

Nicolas Ramon, jr.
Consultant

Ellis extensive experience in all aspects of disaster management, from preparedness and response to long-term recovery implement disaster recovery goals. Interagency Recovery Coordinator and Local Government Specialist at FEMA, providing technical assistance to communities through Disaster Housing Consultants, and serving as the Disaster Relief Coordinator at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.’ 30 plus years working in the public and private sector.

Experienced administrator with a strong background in federal government, private housing development, and community development organizations. .

Patton helped establish a regional coalition of over 200 nonprofit organizations to implement a Homeless Management Information System, conduct point-in-time counts, and address homelessness. Provided technical assistance to organizations, including developing grant applications, setting up grant administration, affordable housing development, and capacity building. Served as a consultant and presenter, working with rural organizations, credit unions, and disaster relief efforts to secure funding and implement programs.

Expansive experience in public housing demolition, disposition, and conversion to RAD programs, with expertise in analyzing market conditions, community development, and affordable rental housing. Skilled in fiscal management, development negotiations, and reporting for multifamily housing projects. Knowledgeable in USDA and HUD rural housing programs, as well as federal, state, and local community development initiatives, including USDA Rural Development and Low-Income Housing Tax Credits. Capable of building and maintaining stakeholder relationships.

Ariel Baker
Consultant

With 20 years of experience working in communities and navigating federal, state, and local government processes to support effective and equitable planning and action. She is an experienced facilitator who helps translate technical information into better processes. This helps people and governments access cut red tape, access programs, and make decisions. She is passionate about building housing and communities so that people can live, work, and play close to home in neighborhoods they enjoy.

E.F. Schumaher (English Economist)

“Any intelligent fool can make things bigger and more complex….It takes a touch of genius – and a lot of courage to move in the opposite direction.”

Board Members

Abel Morales

Donna Ellis

Artist, Wife and Mother: Specialist in home rehab.

Amanda Ellis

Psychology Student: Active in Civil Liberty Issues and Concerns

Kendall Shumate

2018 College graduate, Upcoming 2021 College graduate majoring in Business Management: Employed with Lowe's Corporate

Ed Ellis

President of Disaster Housing Consultants

Affordable Housing advocate, demonstrated through his roles in real estate development, grant preparation, and affordable housing projects for various organizations in South Texas

Norma Garza Garcia

Michelle Costa

Hanna Railey

Kim Cox

Our Advisory Board Members

Edwin Lay

CPA: Knoxville, TN

Justin Ormsby

Retired Director of Troubled and Sustainable Housing, HUD Public and Indian Housing: Washington, DC

Michael Sinha

Retired Family Judge, 25 Years Serving Tarrant County, TX: Fort Worth, TX

Paul Geisel

Retired Professor Emeritus of Urban Affairs, Planning, and Sociology from UT Arlington, School of Urban and Public Affairs