Michael Duarte

Michael Duarte serves as Deputy Executive Director of Fresno Housing, where he provides strategic leadership across the Agency and oversees the development and implementation of programs and initiatives that align with Fresno Housing’s mission to create and sustain affordable housing and vibrant communities throughout Fresno County.

Since joining Fresno Housing in January 2007, Duarte has been instrumental in leading the development of thousands of new, quality affordable housing units with investments exceeding $800 million. In his previous role as Chief Real Estate Officer, he was responsible for multifamily housing real estate transactions and the successful execution of projects that expanded affordable housing opportunities across the region.

Duarte brings extensive expertise in federal and state housing programs, including the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Rental Assistance Demonstration, project-based Section 8, Rural Development programs administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, HOME Investment Partnerships Program, and various programs administered by the CA Department of Housing and Community Development Department, and both four percent and nine percent Low-Income Housing Tax Credit programs. His experience also includes securing private and philanthropic debt and equity.

His experience spans rehabilitation and new construction of public housing, senior housing, family housing, market rate, and permanent supportive housing for individuals experiencing homelessness. Completed developments include mixed-use and mixed-income projects, often designed to strengthen neighborhoods through redevelopment and investment.

A lifelong resident of Fresno County, Duarte also serves on the Board of Directors for Housing California and the San Joaquin Valley Housing Collaborative, where he contributes to advancing affordable housing policy and advocacy statewide.