Looking back on 21 years of leadership at NMHC.
From the Jan. 23, 2023 Congressional Record
The following is the transcript of the Congressional Record tribute to Doug Bibby by Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-MD).
TRIBUTE TO DOUG BIBBY
Mr. VAN HOLLEN.
Mr. President. I rise today to honor the career of Doug Bibby, president of the National Multifamily Housing Council—NMHC—on the occasion of his retirement. For the past 30 years, Mr. Bibby has been a positive force in the housing sector, working to support families’ pursuit of safe and affordable housing across this country.
More than two decades ago, Mr. Bibby became the president of the National Multifamily Housing Council, one of the Nation’s leading associations representing the multifamily housing sector. Throughout his tenure, Mr. Bibby has led with empathy, clarity, and dedication. Early in his presidency, he outlined goals for the council and the apartment industry at-large, highlighting the benefits of this housing option for families. With that in mind, Mr. Bibby made housing affordability and safety a top priority through legislation, partnerships, and programming. His leadership was essential during the pandemic as he helped advocate for passage of bipartisan legislation that led to over $50 billion in rental assistance going to households in need amidst the crisis.
At the helm of the council, Mr. Bibby formed their diversity, equity, and inclusion commitment strategy, recognizing its significance to the future of the multifamily industry. He took on the role of mentoring the next generation of leaders as a top priority. In addition, Mr. Bibby was committed to introducing a pipeline for new talent to enter the industry, which led to the formation of NMHC’s Emerging Leaders Program. Mr. Bibby left a productive, positive and enduring mark on the apartment industry, a sector that provides homes for almost 37 million Americans and contributes $3.4 trillion to the economy annually. His legacy will be felt for generations to come. Having delayed his well-deserved retirement more than once, I commend him for his many years of dedication and wish him the best in this next chapter of his life. I congratulate him and wish him a well-earned, enjoyable and fulfilling retirement.