Sarah oversees Gorman’s property portfolio strategy, bringing 20+ years of affordable housing experience. She has worked with two of the nation’s largest real estate firms in Indianapolis, specializing in development, ownership, and property management. Sarah is passionate about affordable housing’s role in creating opportunities for individuals and families. She has led integrated services for nearly 20,000 low-income seniors and families, focusing on housing retention and self-sufficiency outcomes in financial literacy, health, and education.
Her expertise includes compliance, property management, acquisition, repositioning, and construction coordination across affordable housing programs like HUD, Section 8, RAD, and LIHTC. Sarah holds degrees in Criminal Justice and Psychology from Indiana University.
Brian Swanton transitioned into the role of President & Chief Executive Officer for Gorman & Company in 2018, after serving as the Arizona Market President since 2008. During his tenure as Arizona Market President, Brian led a multi-disciplinary team that designed and constructed over 1,000 units of new housing across the State with an emphasis on permanent supportive housing for families, seniors, veterans, and chronically homeless populations in both urban and rural locations. He also redeveloped some of the first public housing units in the country using HUD’s Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) program.
As President & CEO, Brian oversees all of Gorman’s business units, including design, construction, development, property & asset management, and administration. Prior to joining Gorman, he held various leadership positions in the non-profit sector, where he directed the preservation and construction of over 2,300 units of housing in 29 residential communities across Arizona and successfully refinanced and/or repositioned 1,702 units of existing affordable housing. Brian also spent eight years of his career in the public sector, serving as the Housing Development Manager for the City of Scottsdale, as well as other positions in housing and community development with the City of Glendale, AZ, the Arizona Department of Housing, and the City of Quincy, MA.
Brian holds a Master of Public Administration and a Bachelor of Science in Urban Planning, both from Arizona State University where he has taught graduate and undergraduate courses in housing finance and neighborhood revitalization. He is also certified as a Housing Development Finance Professional by the National Development Council and is the past Chairman of the Board of Directors for the Arizona Housing Alliance, Arizona’s only statewide affordable housing advocacy organization, guiding that organization through a merger with the Arizona Coalition to End Homelessness in 2017. Brian continues to serve on the Board of the newly merged organization, the Arizona Housing Coalition. He is also an active member of Greater Phoenix Leadership, the Arizona Multihousing Association, the Housing Advisory Group (HAG), the Affordable Housing Developers Council (AHDC), and the Affordable Housing Tax Credit Coalition where he advocates on the federal, state, and local levels to advance affordable housing resources across the U.S.
Gorman & Company provides a 401K plan to our team members. Our current match is dollar for dollar, up to 6% of your annual earnings!
Our 401K Options:
The Gorman 401K plan offers two options, a traditional pre-tax deferral option, and an after-tax Roth option.
A traditional 401K allows you to make pre-tax contributions, but you will pay income tax on the distributions you take in retirement. With a Roth 401K, you are contributing after-tax dollars, and then you can withdraw those dollars tax-free in retirement.
Eligibility: Team members who are at least 21 years of age.
In May 2025, Gorman & Company achieved a significant milestone for its new affordable housing project in central Denver. Coined The Tapestry, the development was awarded a competitive 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), the Colorado state affordable housing tax credit, and a Transit-Oriented Community credit, securing the critical funding needed to move swiftly toward construction.
Located in Denver’s Uptown neighborhood, just blocks from downtown, The Tapestry will deliver 72 thoughtfully designed apartment homes in the heart of Denver for low— to moderate-income families.
Key Features
A five-story development with 72 units ranging from 1 to 4 bedrooms
Will serve residents earning between 30% and 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI)
Includes an early childhood education center and an on-site health clinic, promoting lifelong learning and wellness
Located in a walkable, transit-connected area near jobs, services, and community amenities
“The Tapestry represents everything we believe affordable housing can and should be, beautiful, dignified, and deeply rooted in community”.
Kimball Crangle, Colorado Market President, Gorman & Company
Building with Purpose
Gorman & Company is steadfast in its mission to provide affordable housing options that empower residents and strengthen neighborhood vitality. The Tapestry embodies this mission, combining accessible, well-designed homes for families, many of whom have been priced out of the area.
In addition, essential wraparound resources, such as education and wellness, promote long-term resident well-being and contribute to a better Denver all around.
As Denver continues to experience economic and population growth, equitable access to housing is critical. Projects like The Tapestry ensure that working families, educators, healthcare staff, and essential workers can continue to call Denver home.
A Collaborative Investment in Denver’s Future
The Tapestry results from strong collaboration among local, state, and private partners. These public-private partnerships are essential in building inclusive communities that reflect the diversity and aspirations of all Coloradans.
“We believe that where you live impacts every aspect of your health and well-being”.
Karen McNeil-Miller, President and CEO of The Colorado Health Foundation
Project and Funding Partners
Thank you to our dedicated project and funding partners:
Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA)
City and County of Denver
The Colorado Health Foundation (CHF)
Hope Communities
Deneuve
Hear from our Residents
Read stories from FOX 31 and Yahoo! News about what The Tapestry will mean for Denver’s Uptown residents.
