Maggie Leftwich, Housing Manager
Maggie Leftwich came to Mountain Projects in June, 2020, and joined the SMHP team one year later. She’s responsible for mortgage packaging and housing counseling. Maggie has a Master’s degree in Human Services and experience in the area as an employment coach and case manager. In addition to her role with SMHP, Maggie serves as the Family Self-Sufficiency Coordinator for Mountain Projects, assisting Housing Choice Voucher recipients reach goals and increase earned income.
Chris Stevens, Construction Supervisor
A proud graduate of Pisgah High School and Western Carolina University, Chris Stevens has worked in software implementation, heavy industrial maintenance, and production manufacturing. Chris started working at the Canton Mill in 1990, but with the closure, Chris saw an opportunity to get his contractor license and assist in our affordable housing division, SMHP. Chris takes the Mountain Projects mission to heart and can be found working alongside new homeowners, doing everything necessary to get them into their new homes – from managing contractors to waterproofing basements, mixing and pouring concrete, installing doors, and placing appliances.
Haley Griffith, Housing Counselor
Longtime Haywood County resident and Evergreen employee Haley Griffith joined our team as a Housing Counselor after a two-decade stint at Evergreen Packaging in Canton.
Haley is married to her high school sweetheart and they have three kids. She worked with Evergreen for two decades, first on machines, then in Shipping Operations and finally in Quality Control.
Haley says the mill closure has been hard for everyone, and that leaving a 20-year job isn’t easy, but she’s looking forward to bringing the same values and work ethic to SMHP to serve and assist the mountain community.
Mike Medford, Assistant Construction Supervisor
Kerry Moffat, Self-Help Counselor
When she is not helping others with housing needs – or working on her own home – Kerry enjoys getting outdoors to explore beautiful Western NC with her husband of 18 years and her two adorable, silly young children.
Miriam Oaks, Lending Specialist
Miriam joined the SMHP team in April, 2025. As a Lending Specialist, Miriam brings over 15 years of financial experience from Mountain Credit Union and recently earned her associate’s degree from Southwestern Community College.
Based in Franklin with her husband, Miriam works closely with SMHP clients to assess their finances, explore loan options, and guide them through the homebuying process. As a new homeowner herself, she understands the journey and is passionate about helping others achieve their dream of homeownership.
“It’s rewarding to see people take steps to improve their lives,” Miriam says. “I’m excited to support them on the journey to owning a home.”