Cinnaire announced it has named Sherita Smith as vice president, community development. In this position, Smith will lead implementing Cinnaire’s targeted investment strategy for Detroit, establishing and maintaining relationships with local partners and funders to advance Cinnaire’s Priority City initiatives, the company said.

“Sherita has a long history serving Detroit neighborhoods with more than 20 years of affordable housing and community development expertise,” said Mark McDaniel, president and CEO at Cinnaire. “We look forward to having Sherita on our team as we continue making a positive impact in Detroit and beyond. Her impressive background and commitment to creating healthy, vibrant communities throughout Detroit aligns well with our mission.”