Speaker

Dr. Canaan Van Williams, Founder of The Proactive Realty Group, LLC, is a visionary in low-income workforce housing, transforming distressed communities with a $23 million real estate portfolio. Raised in Oakland’s Section 8 housing, Dr. Van’s personal experience with housing insecurity fueled a mission to deliver affordable, scalable solutions through manufactured housing. Over 25 years, he turned a $50,000 note into a transformative venture, partnering with Legacy Housing Corporation (NASDAQ: LEGH) to acquire over 100 units, stabilizing underserved markets for families, seniors, and veterans. His Proactive Sustainable Bonds™ offer 9%-30% annual returns, blending profit with purpose, and have earned recognition on Morningstar Sustainalytics alongside global leaders like Santander Bank. With a Ph.D. in Psychology, Dr. Van integrates trauma-informed design into projects, supporting U.N. SDGs like No Poverty and Sustainable Cities. Author of The Affordable Housing Multi-Millionaire and Driving Social Impact Investment, he continues to architect change, driven by the stability his work brings to families.

In 2016, Tang ventured into real estate investment. Over the years, he has successfully completed over 400 real estate transactions, showcasing his ability to navigate the complex world of real estate. Tang's experience includes more than 100 single-family home rehabilitations, where he has added value to properties and provided quality housing to numerous families. During and after the pandemic, Tang identified a growing trend in RVs and recreational living, along with a significant need for affordable housing. Recognizing this opportunity, he entered the mobile home space in 2020. Since then, he has contributed to dozens of new mobile home sales, helping meet the demand for cost-effective living options.In 2023, Tang Wynn took a significant step forward by going all-in on RV parks. To date, he has acquired four RV parks, demonstrating his commitment to this niche market. Tang is now focused on overseeing operations and marketing efforts to stabilize these assets quickly, ensuring they reach their full potential. Tang Wynn continues to make a substantial impact in the real estate and RV park industries, leveraging his years of experience and keen insight into market trends. His journey from entrepreneurship to becoming a leading figure in RV park investments highlights his adaptability and vision for the future.

Ken Shipley Jr. began his journey in the manufactured housing industry at 17, accumulating 15 years of expertise. As General Manager of Bell Mobile Homes for the past 5 years, he excelled in problem-solving and client engagement. Mentored by his father, industry titan Kenny Shipley, Ken Jr. mastered leveraging social media, revolutionizing his sales approach, and effectively reaching customers seeking affordable housing. In his spare time, he enjoys being out in nature visiting local parks near his home and spending quality time with his family.

David has over a decade of experience in the manufactured housing industry in Marketing and Business Development at 21st Mortgage Corp. in Knoxville, TN. He has also owned multiple local businesses, so he is very well aware of the struggles and challenges of owning a business, and what it takes to market and advertise in your community. He is a graduate of Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, VA and currently lives in Grand Junction, CO with his wife and 3 kids. When not working, you can find him biking, surfing, snowboarding, or just hanging out in the mountains with his family.