NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Robert C. Moss has joined CohnReznick LLP, the 11th largest audit, tax, and advisory firm in the United States, as Principal and National Director of Governmental Affairs. Bob will lead the firm’s federal and state government relations efforts, particularly in the area of affordable housing and will be operating out of CohnReznick’s Boston and DC-metro offices.
Bob has 28 years of affordable, multifamily housing experience including syndication, preservation and development, debt financing, tax credit applications, and property management. Most recently, he was the Senior Vice President and Director of Origination, Affordable Housing for Boston Capital.
Bob’s extensive industry and government experience includes serving as the Chairman of the non-partisan Housing Advisory Group, which is active in preserving the Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program in Congress and served as the Federal Legislative Subcommittee Chair for the Housing Credit Group of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). He recently provided testimony on the LIHTC on behalf of over 450 national housing organizations before the full House Ways and Means Committee on Tax Credit Reform and Residential Real Estate hearings.
“The firm continues to expand its commitment to the affordable housing industry, specifically in protecting its interests through the legislative process. Bob will fulfill this role on a national basis and we look forward to his ability to expand our efforts in this important arena so we can preserve and even expand the resources available to our clients,” said Ken Baggett, Co-Chief Executive Officer of CohnReznick.
“I am very proud of the work we’ve done in my time at Boston Capital and look forward to being able to make a positive impact in protecting and expanding the affordable housing industry in my new role with CohnReznick. The firm’s commitment to the industry and vision for its future shows true leadership and I am excited to be a part of it,” said Bob.
Jack Manning, Boston Capital’s President and Chief Executive Officer added,” CohnReznick has always been a strong supporter in helping to protect and expand the affordable housing marketplace, particularly as it relates to legislative changes, and is continually enhancing their government relations efforts. Bob has always been active on behalf of Boston Capital in this regard, and when he indicated recently that he wanted to spend more time in this area, I thought a role with CohnReznick would be an excellent fit.”
“The demand for affordable rental housing in the U.S. has never been greater according to several recently completed studies. At the same time, the health of the affordable housing industry is particularly dependent on Federal government support. We are fortunate to have Bob’s exceptional experience with the industry and Congressional leaders as part of our team at CohnReznick,” said Beth Mullen, CPA, Partner and National Director, Affordable Housing Industry.
In addition to his focus on affordable housing, Bob will also support the firm’s government relations efforts in other key industries, such as renewable energy, new markets tax credit, financial services, technology, life sciences, and more. Bob received his Bachelor of Arts degree from New Hampshire College.
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