JOAN WILLIAMSON

Joan Williamson is the Founder of GH Housing Foundation, a nonprofit developer, dedicated to creating safe, affordable housing solutions for underserved communities. With a strong background in construction, real estate and community development, Joan brings a wealth of experience in managing housing projects that not only meet building standards—but also serve a greater purpose.

As the founder of the organization, Joan is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the organization, ensuring that each project is executed efficiently, sustainably, and in alignment with GH Housing’s mission. Her leadership spans across project planning, operational management, compliance oversight, and partnership development. With a hands-on approach, she collaborates closely with project managers, site coordinators, and nonprofit partners to ensure timely, cost-effective delivery of housing initiatives.

She holds a Masters degree in Construction Management from Florida International University in 2016 and later receiving her general construction license from Gold Coast Schools. In addition to that she received her real estate license in 2016, where she closed over $3 million in real estate sales. As a general contractor she has worked on several commercial and residential renovations and new construction totaling $200 millions.  

Joan works to shape and implement strategic goals that drive the nonprofit’s impact. She is instrumental in identifying funding opportunities, building scalable operational systems, and guiding organizational growth into new communities in need. Her work is rooted in both construction expertise and a deep passion for social equity, making her a powerful advocate for accessible housing solutions.

Joan also ensures that all developments follow local, state, and federal regulations—including fair housing laws and nonprofit compliance standards—while maintaining strong relationships with community stakeholders, donors, government agencies, and service providers.

At her core, Joan is committed to transforming lives through housing. Her leadership helps position GHHousing as a trusted force in the fight for housing justice, ensuring every family has a place to call home.