Land Bank Trainings

Offered once per quarter, Land Bank Trainings are one of the many benefits of an NLBN membership, providing a hands-on experience in a virtual 'classroom' setting.

As the land banking field evolves, so does the range of programming that land banks undertake to meet community needs. NLBN trainings help professionals gain insights from experts in the field. Unlike traditional webinars, these sessions allow participants to interact with presenters in real-time, ask questions to unpack 'in the weeds' topics, and network with fellow participants.

Trainings are free for NLBN members and available to non-members at a fee.

Upcoming Training

September 15, 2026 | 12 PM ET

Engaging in the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act

The passage of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act marks one of the most significant federal housing policy developments in decades. While the legislation creates significant new opportunities for land banks, the details of how these programs will operate are yet to be determined. Their specifics will be shaped during the federal rulemaking process.

This training will cover key next steps for these new HUD programs, identify where and how land banks can effectively engage, and discuss strategies for local implementation. Whether you plan to participate directly in the rulemaking process or focus on ensuring your organization is competitive when applying for resources, you’ll gain the context and tools you need to set your community up for success.

Join this training to:

Discover how the federal rulemaking process works and why it matters for land banks
Learn how to develop and submit effective public comments on programs such as the RESIDE Act and others
Identify how to better prepare your community for successful program implementation
Deepen your understanding of the federal policy landscape ahead of NLBN's 2027 Hill Day

Speaker:

Brian Larkin – Director, National Land Bank Network, Center for Community Progress

UPCOMING TRAINING

Engaging in the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act

September 15, 2026 | 12 PM ET

UPCOMING TRAINING

September 15, 2026 | 12 PM ET

Engaging in the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act

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Past Trainings

The Land Bank Trainings listed below are available to watch on demand in the National Land Bank Network Member Portal. Not a member yet? Join NLBN today »

June 2026
Getting Your Story Told: Media Training for Land Bank Professionals
Speakers: Maria Elkin – Director of Communications, Center for Community Progress; Christina Kelly – Director of Community Impact, Genesee County Land Bank Authority

March 2026
Securing Sustainable Funding for Land Banks
Speakers: Shawn Carvin – Executive Director, Ohio Land Bank Association; Krista Trout-Edwards – Executive Director, Calhoun County Land Bank Authority; Katelyn Wright – Greater Syracuse Land Bank

December 2025
Your Land Bank Needs a Communications Strategy
Speaker: Maria Elkin – Director of Communications, Center for Community Progress

September 2025
Brownfield Funding for Land Banks
Speakers: New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) Technical Assistance to Brownfield Communities

July 2025
Using What You Have: The “Kitchen Sink” Approach to Building a Data-Driven, Decision-Making Process for Land Banks
Speakers: An Lewis – Executive Director, Tri-COG Land Bank; Natalie Boydston, Director of Program Operations – Tri-COG Land Bank; Amanda Settlemaier – Executive Director, Turtle Creek Valley COG

April 2025
Land Banks in Rehab and New Construction
Speakers: Kim Graziani – Senior Advisor, Center for Community Progress; Joe van Dyk, Executive Director of the South Suburban Land Bank and Development Authority

December 2024
Capturing Data to Measure Land Bank Impact
Speaker: Natalie Pruett – Principal + Economist & Strategist, Pruett Analytics & Impact

September 2024
Laying a Strong Foundation: Lessons for Recently Established Land Banks
Speaker: Brian Larkin – Director, National Land Bank Network

June 2024
Strategic Board Governance: Building Equitable, Efficient, and Effective Board Practices
Speaker: Sara Toering – Senior Fellow, Center for Community Progress

March 2024
Getting Land Banks' Commercial Projects to "Pencil Out"
Speakers: Jeffry Harris – Partner, Bricker Graydon; Adam Seeley – Attorney, Bricker Graydon

Questions?

For questions about NLBN Online Trainings, please contact Christina Carter-Grant, Associate Director of the National Land Bank Network, at [email protected].

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