# 50/50 Women of Influence with Debbie Welchel: "Making the Watch" and Never Giving Up

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Published: 2026-06-24T05:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

As part of WAHN’s 50 Over 50 Women of Influence in Affordable Housing series, Ann Cone and Diana McIver welcome fellow honoree Deborah Welchel, Vice President of Real Estate Development–Texas for Volunteers of America National Services. Debbie’s path into affordable housing was anything but conventional. Over a career spanning underwriting, consulting, development, asset management, and nonprofit leadership, she has learned that success isn’t just about closing deals—it’s about helping others find their place in the industry. In this candid conversation, Debbie shares lessons from three decades in affordable housing, the mentors and friends who shaped her career, why she believes knowledge should be shared rather than guarded, and the advice that has carried her through every challenge: never give up. Filled with wisdom, laughter, and the warmth of a decades-long friendship between Debbie and Diana, this episode is a celebration of mentorship, perseverance, and opening doors for the next generation.

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