About Us
The Workforce Housing Coalition of the Greater Seacoast (WHC) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization whose mission is to educate and engage communities and municipalities to advance diverse housing options so that everyone who works here can also afford to call it home.
WHC advances workforce housing solutions through four core pillars:
Four Pillars
EDUCATION
We provide accessible, research-based education for municipal staff, elected officials, local leaders, business partners, and the broader community. Through presentations, conferences, webinars, design charrettes, and other programs, we help stakeholders understand the housing challenges facing our region and the solutions that are within reach.
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
We equip policymakers, planners, and residents with the resources and guidance needed to evaluate, craft, and update local ordinances that remove barriers and support diverse, attainable housing options for the regional workforce.
ADVOCACY & ENGAGEMENT
We work with community groups, employers, and civic leaders to strengthen the regional housing movement, elevate new voices, and support state and local policies that expand housing affordability and opportunity.
MESSAGING
We work to shift the conversation around housing—highlighting its essential role in economic vitality, community well-being, and quality of life—to build broad, long-term support for housing solutions.
Our Communities
Auburn
Atkinson
Barrington
Brentwood
Candia
Chester
Danville
Deerfield
Derry
Dover
Durham
East Kingston
Epping
Exeter
Farmington
Fremont
Greenland
Hampstead
Hampton
Hampton Falls
Hudson
Kensington
Kingston
Lee
Litchfield
Londonderry
Madbury
Merrimack
Milton
Nashua
Newington
New Castle
Newfields
Newmarket
Newton
Northwood
Nottingham
North Hampton
Pelham
Plaistow
Portsmouth
Raymond
Rochester
Rollinsford
Rye
Sandown
Seabrook
South Hampton
Somersworth
Salem
Stafford
Stratham
Windham
Our Staff
WHC is powered by a small but mighty team of two who are deeply committed to advancing housing solutions through education, engagement, and collaboration. With passion, expertise, and a strong connection to the community, they work every day to ensure that everyone who works in the Seacoast region can also afford to live here.
Emmy Ham is the Executive Director of the Workforce Housing Coalition of the Greater Seacoast, a role she’s proudly held since January 2025. With a wealth of experience in housing policy, community engagement, and creating solutions for sustainable growth, Emmy is passionate about making the Seacoast a place where everyone can thrive.
Before joining the Coalition, Emmy was the Executive Director of the Santa Cruz County Business Council, where she championed policies and programs that enhanced the region’s livability, economy, and business climate. Now, she’s focused on bringing that same vision of community-centered progress to New Hampshire’s Seacoast.
Emmy holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Affairs and Anthropology from the University of New Hampshire, as well as a Master of Public Administration from the Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey. Outside of her professional endeavors, she enjoys quality time with her dog, Banjo, practicing yoga, and soaking in live music with friends.
Maeve Nolan joined the Workforce Housing Coalition of Greater Seacoast in July 2025 as the organization’s first Communications & Engagement Coordinator.
With a background in housing policy research, community engagement, and event coordination, Maeve is dedicated to working across groups and organizations to address the most pressing matters associated with the housing crisis in the Seacoast and beyond. She is passionate about finding and acting on solutions to complex problems, and hopes to bring this interest into the housing sphere to create lasting change.
Maeve holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Middlebury College in Vermont. Maeve lives on the Seacoast and enjoys going on nature walks, spending time with her dog, Charlie, and both downhill and cross country skiing (when the season allows).
Our Board of Directors
The Board of Directors of the Workforce Housing Coalition of the Greater Seacoast brings together dedicated community leaders, housing advocates, and professionals who guide our mission and strategic vision. Their leadership, expertise, and passion help drive meaningful progress toward creating diverse, attainable housing options for all who live and work in the Greater Seacoast.
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