Linda Thurmond, Director

Linda Thurmond rejoined Brinshore Development in July 2019 as Senior Vice President, Director of Asset Management where she oversees all post-development aspects of the affordable portfolio. Prior to her return, she spent time as the Chief Operating Officer for Bickerdike Redevelopment Corporation as well as the Director of Property Management at The Wolcott Group. In addition Linda spent almost 15 years at the Illinois Housing Development Authority in several capacities, including the Managing Director of Multifamily Programs and the Director of Asset Management. While at IHDA, Linda oversaw a portfolio of over 75,000 units and supervised the allocation of over $2 billion in affordable housing resources. Before finding her way to the housing industry, Linda spent several years working in corporate finance and investment banking. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree from The University of Illinois and a Masters in Management from The Kellogg School at Northwestern University. Linda also volunteers her time as a member of the Collaborative Applicant Committee of the Chicago Continuum of Care and a Board Member of Full Circle Communities.