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(re)Meet Nathan Ruckman: Our Go-To Expert for HMIS (Housing Data) at LGBT Life Center

April 30, 2024 by Corey Mohr Leave a Comment


Nathan has returned to the team on a part-time basis after a brief period away from The Center, during which he explored other professional opportunities. We’re thrilled to have him and his energy back on board! Welcome back, Nathan.

Get to know Nathan

Name/Nickname: Nathan Ruckman
Pronouns: 
He/Him
Job title: 
Housing Data Entry Specialist

I’m here to help you with…Anything HMIS related. I have extensive knowledge of housing services and case management. I am always happy to help find out the answer to a question whether myself or connecting you to someone that can. 

How did you become interested in working at the LGBT Life Center?
I originally worked with the Housing department from 2018 – 2022. Being a gay man, finding employment where you can be yourself isn’t that easy, even in the social services field. When I was discriminated against by an employer for hanging a Dining Out for Life flier in the employee lounge, my boss at the time let the Center know, and they reached out about a job they had opening in the Housing department. It was a perfect fit. I left to pursue experience in a different position within the housing field and now I am back part-time to assist with data management for the Housing department.

What’s an interesting thing about you that most people don’t know?
I’m an anchor, baby! I am also the 2nd oldest of 13 siblings. 

What excites you most about being back at LGBT Life Center?
I am excited to be back at the Center helping the Housing department again. I love helping where I can, and even though I won’t be client-facing, I can still have an impact on the data that allows the Center to maintain and obtain grant funding to assist households with housing. 

Rapid Fire…what is your favorite…

Animal: Dinosaurs!!! But also, Elephants.
Color: Teal/Orange
Song/Music: Anything by We Three
TV Show/Movie: Bob’s Burgers / World War Z and Jurassic Park 
Hobby: I am the Commissioner of Stonewall Sports Norfolk. I love doing anything Stonewall-related

Contact Nathan:
nruckman@lgbtlifecenter.org
757-640-0929

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