Jerome A. Duval

About Jerome A. Duval

Mr. DuVal brings extensive executive leadership experience spanning the nonprofit, government, and private sectors. His career has been dedicated to economic development, affordable housing, data strategies, and technological innovations. His professional journey is characterized by a steadfast commitment to advancing economic equity, fostering the growth of small businesses, and driving cutting-edge technology solutions.As a Certified Economic Developer, Mr. DuVal served as the Director of Community and Economic Development, where his leadership resulted in a 13% increase in residential housing and a 12% increase in commercial property values. He oversaw $25 million in new affordable housing development and nearly $100 million in commercial development in urban centers. His strategic utilization of technology has been instrumental in gathering data for analysis, engaging communities, and managing housing programs.As Senior Advisor to Senator Sanders in the New York State Senate, Mr. DuVal played a pivotal role in shaping the Reauthorization of the 15-A Law. This landmark initiative mandated that state agencies allocate 30% of procurement contracts to Minority-Owned Business Enterprises (MWBEs), significantly impacting economic equity in New York. As Executive Vice President at the Urban Development Corporation and Executive Director at Empire State Development (ESD), Mr. DuVal spearheaded initiatives that resulted in over $6 billion in contracts awarded to MWBEs, surpassing the Governor’s 30% utilization for the first time in the program’s 35-year history. He also spearheaded the development of the state’s NextGen software platform, leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning to expedite application processing time and enhance data-driven outcomes.In the private sector, Mr. DuVal served as Vice President of Federal Programs at ESI Acquisition, Inc,(Intermedix/juvare) a Fortune 100 technology company. He led the implementation of business processes and dynamic workflows, overseeing enterprise technology solutions in classified environments for federal agencies.Prior to his current role, he served as Chief Operating Officer and Vice President at Verbosity, Mr. DuVal leads the development of advanced compliance solutions that incorporate geofencing technology and SmartTags to revolutionize how government approach compliance and operational efficiency. Under his guidance, Verbosity has developed a robust, scalable platform that streamlines operational compliance across industries, including public safety, housing, and healthcare.

Experience

1. Executive Director

   Housing Navigator Massachusetts, Inc

   Feb 2025 — Present · Boston, MA, US

Education

• University at Albany

  New York State Leadership Institution (NYSLI) Rockefeller College of Public Affairs and Policy

• State University of New York at Oswego

  Communications , Public Relations/Image Management

• David B. Falk College of Sport at Syracuse University

  Master of Social Work - MSW, Community Organization, Policy, Planning and Administration