Meet the Team
The Li-Check team combines deep industry knowledge and cutting-edge technical expertise to create innovative solutions for affordable housing developers. Focused on efficiency, scalability, and collaboration, they’re committed to shaping the future of affordable housing through technology.

CEO
Erik Smith
Erik is a seasoned leader in affordable housing and multifamily development, with over a decade of experience driving change in the industry. As co-founder and CEO of Li-Check, he leverages his expertise to streamline compliance and improve project efficiency for low-income housing developers, while overseeing the acquisition of over $100 million in LIHTC equity. Erik has also led the Affordable Housing Task Force in Annapolis, shaping the city’s housing strategy and advancing initiatives to increase affordable housing availability and quality.

COO
Duncan Sikaddour
Duncan is an experienced operations leader with a background in aerospace and management consulting. He has led teams managing multimillion-dollar assets for the U.S. Air Force and spearheaded major projects at BCG, including operational transformation for a mining site and strategic deployment of federal funds. As Li-Check's COO, Duncan ensures technical excellence and innovation, bringing his expertise in strategic management and a commitment to continuous improvement.

CTO
Gaby Marin
As the CTO at Li-Check and a software engineer, Gaby is driven by the evolving tech landscape and the chance to enhance her skills. She develops solutions at Li-Check to help affordable housing developers streamline compliance and improve efficiency. Gaby enjoys collaborating with teams to drive change and is passionate about roles that foster technical growth while contributing to industry goals.
