Hello! I'm Lateefah (lah-tee-fa)
I love serving others and I've been a public servant for over 25 years. I would love the opportunity to serve you and your family and friends. I'm also an entrepreneur at heart and in addition to being a successful realtor with Harmon and Harmon Realtors, Inc., I manage serval businesses with my husband, Dr. Chauncey L. Conner. I'm the proud mom of two and I now get to have the title of grandma. I enjoy volunteering as a means of strengthening my community. I'm a motivational speaker and I love meeting people and interacting with diverse individuals who may think differently than I do. I firmly believe in being the change you want to see.
Now let's see how I can serve you!
Real Estate Services
For the most current real estate listings visit www.HarmonAndHarmon.com.
Office: 478-474-3566
First Time Homebuyer
Are you ready to make that move? I know it can feel a little scary. You don't have to worry though because we're here to walk you through the process and help you get the information you need in becoming a homeowner. There are several products available. I'm here to help you.
Veterans
I come from a family of veterans and what a great way to serve those who have served so many than by helping our veterans realize the American dream of homeownership. The GA Dream Veteran Assistance Program is one avenue we can explore.
I'm here to help you.
Selling Your Home
Are you looking to sell your home but may not know where to start? Well, look no further. I'm a part of a real estate team that has over 40 years of experience and I'd love to show you what makes me different and how I can make this process as easy as possible. I'm here to help you.
EDUCATION
Graduate Education
Rutgers University, Camden, New Jersey
Degree – Master of Public Policy (M.P.P.), May 1991
Undergraduate Education
Spelman College, Atlanta, Georgia
Degree – B.S. Natural Science, May 1989
Licenses/Certifications
Georgia Real Estate Agent
September 2023
Georgia Certified Peer Specialist
July 2015
WORK HISTORY
Cobb County Government - Finance Department, Marietta, GA
Grant Writer
March 2024 – August 2024
Fulton County Human Services Department, Atlanta, GA
Administrative Coordinator III/Fiscal Manager
August 2002 – January 2005
Duties: Managed over $5MM in federal and state grants (HUD (including CDBG), ARC Aging Contract (SSBG, Title III, & CBS), HHS (SAMHSA), DOL, DCA, etc.), assisted with $27MM department-wide County budget process, ensured compliance with federal and state program regulations, prepared financial related reports, monitored recipients, process program-related invoices/vouchers, prepared performance reports (quarterly & annual), assist with program audits (internal & external), analyze budgets/data & provided recommendations, made oral presentations & budget projections, established multi-year budgets, served as a liaison between programs & funding agencies, maintained a working knowledge of purchasing requirements & various federal and state program regulations.
Housing Authority of Clayton County, Forest Park, GA
Special Programs Coordinator/Deputy Director
July 1999 – July 2002
Duties: Administered housing rehabilitation program (HOME funded), administered the Emergency Assistance Grant (EAG) rehabilitation program (CDBG funded), oversaw housing inspector and contractors, prepared and maintained program budgets, processed payment requests, prepared IDIS forms, prepared reports, special events coordinator, assisted in writing policy/performance manuals, planned & conducted Board and contractor workshops, maintained knowledge of various federal regulations, interacted with Clayton County Board of Commissioners, HUD, and the general public.
Cobb County Community Development Program Office, Marietta, GA
HOME Program Coordinator
September 1992 – June 1999
Duties: Administered the HOME Program for the Georgia Urban County Consortium (Cobb, Gwinnett, unincorporated Fulton, and Clayton Counties, and the cities of Marietta and Roswell), provided affordable housing to low-income families, developed and monitored Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDOs), managed $21MM program budget, entered programmatic and financial data into HUD’s Information Systems (C/MIS and IDIS) for the Consortium, prepared HOME Annual Performance Report (APR) and assisted in development of the Consolidated Plan, monitoring and compliance of HOME Program, prepared written agreements, coordinated meetings, served as a liaison with HUD, local community, County officials, and local agencies.
Conner Dental Associates, Kennesaw, GA
C.F.O. & Co-Founder
May 2005 – May 2021
Duties: Assisted in start-up of dental practice with my spouse. Sound knowledge of dental terminology and coding/billing. Established annual budgets and monitored spending for effectiveness. Financial administrator – responsible for $1,000,000 in annual revenues. Supervised multiple employees and ensured goals, objectives, and vision were executed. Trained staff on policies and systems that I created. Served as the Administrator of the retirement plan and medical plan. Created patient health record forms and ensured patient data is entered correctly. Reviewed claims for accuracy. Updated all insurance fee schedules in database. Maintained dental software program which stores all patient records. Wrote Employee Handbook and Operations Manual and updated as needed. Tracked dental statistics such as expenses, production, payments, and aging report. Wrote independent contractor agreements. Processed payroll, paid company taxes, maintained cash log & petty cash, reconciled bank statements, paid all invoices, and have a sound knowledge of Quickbooks (general accounting). Created marketing and advertising material for distribution. Served as Project Manager for office expansion (oversaw construction, design, interior décor, maintained project budget). Website set-up and maintenance. Served as HR person (interviewing, hiring, disciplining, terminating, appeals & responses, and conduct employee evaluations). Planned and moderated employee retreats. In charge of ordering of supplies and equipment. Secured funding for practice. Handled all travel and seminar registrations. Oversaw community outreach. Established new protocols for COVID-19, stayed abreast of changes in unemployment insurance, and handled PPP application & forgiveness with the SBA.
Fulton County Human Services Department, Atlanta, GA
Administrative Coordinator III/Fiscal Manager
August 2002 – January 2005
Duties: Managed over $5MM in federal and state grants (HUD (including CDBG), ARC Aging Contract (SSBG, Title III, & CBS), HHS (SAMHSA), DOL, DCA, etc.), assisted with $27MM department-wide County budget process, ensured compliance with federal and state program regulations, prepared financial related reports, monitored recipients, process program-related invoices/vouchers, prepared performance reports (quarterly & annual), assist with program audits (internal & external), analyze budgets/data & provided recommendations, made oral presentations & budget projections, established multi-year budgets, served as a liaison between programs & funding agencies, maintained a working knowledge of purchasing requirements & various federal and state program regulations.
Housing Authority of Clayton County, Forest Park, GA
Special Programs Coordinator/Deputy Director
July 1999 – July 2002
Duties: Administered housing rehabilitation program (HOME funded), administered the Emergency Assistance Grant (EAG) rehabilitation program (CDBG funded), oversaw housing inspector and contractors, prepared and maintained program budgets, processed payment requests, prepared IDIS forms, prepared reports, special events coordinator, assisted in writing policy/performance manuals, planned & conducted Board and contractor workshops, maintained knowledge of various federal regulations, interacted with Clayton County Board of Commissioners, HUD, and the general public.
Cobb County Community Development Program Office, Marietta, GA
HOME Program Coordinator
September 1992 – June 1999
Duties: Administered the HOME Program for the Georgia Urban County Consortium (Cobb, Gwinnett, unincorporated Fulton, and Clayton Counties, and the cities of Marietta and Roswell), provided affordable housing to low-income families, developed and monitored Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDOs), managed $21MM program budget, entered programmatic and financial data into HUD’s Information Systems (C/MIS and IDIS) for the Consortium, prepared HOME Annual Performance Report (APR) and assisted in development of the Consolidated Plan, monitoring and compliance of HOME Program, prepared written agreements, coordinated meetings, served as a liaison with HUD, local community, County officials, and local agencies.
Duties: Met with 46 county departments and key agencies to learn about their grant needs and flow charted the grant organizational flow for each. Wrote and submitted two federal grants on behalf of the Solicitor General's Office. Maintained detailed records.
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
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Leadership, Volunteer, & Community Experience:
Kennesaw Public Safety Foundation Board Member, 2020 - 2004, Board Chair 2021 - 2022
North Cobb Rotary Club Member, 2023 - 2024
Paulding County Rotary Club Member, 2022 - 2023, Sergeant at Arms 2022 - 2023, Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI) Taskforce
U.S. Congressional Candidate, GA Federal District 14, 2020 - 2021
Leadership Plauding Class #33, 2022 - 2023
American Legion Auxiliary Post 111 Dallas, GA Member, 2021 - 2023, Chaplain 2022 - 2023
American Legion Riders Motorcycle Club Post 111 Dallas, GA Member, 2021 - 2023
Paulding County Boys & Girls Club Board Member, 2021 - 2022
Hiram Police - Community Alliance Member, 2021 - 2022
Kiwanis Georgia Online Member, 2020 - 2022
West Metro NAACP Member, 2020 - 2022
Paulding County Chamber of Commerce Member, 2021 - 2022
Paulding Family Connection/Collaborative, 2021 - 2023
National Small Business Association (NSBA), Leadership Council, 2021 - 2022
Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC), Council Meetings 2021 - 2022
National Alumnae Association of Spelman College (NAASC) Member, 2020 – Current
League of Women Voters Member, 2021
Stakeholder Board Member 2015/2016 – KCSMA (Kennesaw Charter Science & Math Academy). This position was a 3-year term.
Board Member 2015/2016 – Chastain Park Homeowners Association (HOA).
The Atlanta Black Jewish Coalition, 2003 – Member of an organization devoted to facilitating communication between Jewish and Black people.
The Atlanta Project, 1992 – Served as Chairperson of the Community Development Committee for the Brown Cluster, planned and coordinated meetings, and wrote summaries of community issues.
Metropolitan Atlanta Community Foundation, 1992-1993 – Facilitated grant program under the Youth Activity Program which involved educational trips and recreational activities.
Richland Hills Community Club, 1988-1993 – Served as the youth activities coordinator.
Rutgers University Community Outreach Program, 1990 – Planned activities with surrounding elementary schools, served as a mentor.
Peace Corps, Dominican Republic, Summer, 1990.
U.S. Delegate, 13th World Festival of Youth and Students, Pyongyang, N. Korea, Summer, 1989.
Fulton County Deputy Registrar, 1988-1990 – Registered voters through the Voter Education Project (V.E.P.).
Amnesty International, 1987 – Served as an office assistant to the Director, founded the first Black college chapter at Spelman College, and served as president for two years.
HOBBIES/INTERESTS
Riding My Harley Sportster Trike
Nature/Outdoors
Journey Fan
Painting, Photography, & Fine Arts
Caring For My Pets
Traveling