In this episode of Beyond the Resume, we bring you another edition of our webinar series. Join Chris Papa and Kristin Niver as they lead an urgent discussion on the future of affordable housing in Washington, D.C. The expert panelists unpack the economic, political, and social factors shaping the city’s housing landscape.
Read MoreIn this episode of Beyond the Resume, hosts Chris Papa and Lisa Flicker sit down with Matt Sullivan, Chief Operating Officer at The Michaels Organization, one of the nation’s largest privately held owners and operators of affordable housing. Matt shares his personal journey from studying politics at Princeton to leading a company with more than 80,000 units across 39 states, all while staying true to Michaels’ vision of creating communities that lift lives.
Read MoreIn this episode, we sit down with Brian J. Fishback, Director at Red Stone Equity Partners, to explore how alternative investments are shaping the future of affordable housing. Brian breaks down Red Stone’s $12 billion track record in real estate investment management, the company’s growing focus on preservation housing, and why affordable housing remains one of the biggest challenges in today’s market.
Read MoreHow does a history major from New Jersey end up transforming housing for farm workers in California’s San Joaquin Valley? In this episode, Chris Papa and Lisa Flicker sit down with Tom Collishaw, President & CEO of Self-Help Enterprises, a nonprofit that has pioneered affordable housing solutions since 1965.
Read MoreIn this Summer Series episode of Beyond the Resume, host Chris Papa sits down with Brian Murray, Co-Founder and Principal of Shift Capital, to explore how impact real estate is reshaping Philadelphia’s neighborhoods.
Brian shares his journey from auditor and tech entrepreneur to community-focused developer, and how Shift Capital is tackling challenges like affordable housing, equitable development, and community displacement.
Read MoreIn this episode of Beyond the Resume, the Summer Series, we bring back the conversation with Jeff Brenner, President & CEO of Impact Community Capital and explore his 30-year journey in affordable housing and impact investing.
Jeff shares how a “two-year plan” at a nonprofit turned into a lifelong mission—combining finance expertise with a passion for social impact.
Read MoreIn this episode of Beyond the Resume with Chris Papa and Lisa Flicker, we speak with David Kramer, President of Hudson Companies, about his unconventional entry into real estate, his leadership approach, and the values that have guided his work across three decades of urban development in New York City.
Read MoreIn this episode of Beyond the Resume, hosts Chris Papa and Lisa Flicker sit down with Ty Barnes, Head of Investments at Comunidad Partners, for a wide-ranging conversation on leadership, career pivots, and how mission-driven investing is reshaping the future of real estate.
Read MoreIn this episode of Beyond the Resume, hosts Chris Papa and Lisa Flicker sit down with Janéa Jackson, CEO of HomeRise, for a candid and deeply insightful conversation about leadership, legacy, and the urgent work of supportive housing in San Francisco.
With roots in sociology and urban planning, Janéa shares how her early experiences—from working in public schools to redeveloping military bases in Japan—shaped her bold, people-first approach to community development. She breaks down the realities of housing formerly unhoused residents, the growing crisis among elders, and how her team is building operational resilience in uncertain times.
If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to lead a mission-driven organization in a moment of political backlash, economic pressure, and social fragmentation — this conversation is your blueprint.
Read MoreIn this episode, Chris Papa and Lisa Flicker sit down with Jeffrey Jaeger, co-founder of Standard Communities, to trace his journey from a philosophy major at Berkeley to building one of the most innovative affordable housing platforms in the U.S.
Jaeger discusses the importance of urgency, detail, and kindness in real estate, the influence of his upbringing, and how failing upward shaped his values. He also shares how Standard Communities scaled to over 30,000 units, how private capital can be mobilized for public good, and why mentorship and grit matter more than credentials.
This candid, wide-ranging conversation covers workforce housing, LIHTC strategy, student outreach, philanthropic leadership, and the deep emotional roots behind his work.
Read MoreIn this episode of Beyond the Resume, host Lisa Flicker sits down with Alex Valente, a former actor turned real estate developer and Principal at Trammell Crow Company. Alex shares his unconventional journey from the stages of Hollywood to the construction sites of Southern California, including how he leveraged acting, tennis coaching, and a deep curiosity to build a successful career in real estate development.
Read MoreBeyond the Resume presents a special throwback episode for Affordable Housing Month, featuring Sean Kelly, Partner & Executive Vice President of Leon N. Weiner & Associates (LNWA). In this deep-dive conversation with host Chris Papa, Sean shares the mission-driven legacy of LNWA, how affordable housing development really works, and what it takes to succeed in the industry today. From LIHTC and HUD financing to social service coordination and local engagement, this episode is packed with practical insights and powerful stories for anyone passionate about housing equity.
Read MoreIn this episode of Beyond the Resume, Chris Papa interviews Robin Zeigler, Founder, CEO, and CIO of MURAL Real Estate Partners, a mission-driven firm transforming underinvested communities through strategic retail-anchored development.
Robin shares how her background as a REIT executive inspired MURAL's unique approach to mixed-use revitalization in markets like Jamaica, Queens, and Southwest Atlanta. She unpacks MURAL’s six points of advocacy, explains why retail is the “amenity of choice,” and offers career advice to aspiring real estate professionals.
Read MoreIn this episode we revisit our conversation with RJ Pasquesi, President of KCG Companies, a national real estate development firm focused on affordable and workforce housing. Based in Indianapolis, RJ shares his unique journey from investment banking to launching a mission-driven development company that now operates in markets across the country.
Read MoreIn this compelling episode, hosts Chris Papa and Lisa Flicker welcome Bob Simpson, President & CEO of the Multifamily Impact Council — a nationally recognized leader in affordable, green, and healthy housing. With over 25 years of experience at the intersection of housing finance and public policy—including two decades at Fannie Mae—Bob shares invaluable insights into how multifamily real estate can be a powerful tool for both social impact and financial returns.
Read MoreIt's Affordable Housing Month on the Beyond the Resume Podcast!
Today, on this installment of our Webinar Series, leaders from across the affordable housing sector explore how to elevate resident voices and build authentic community engagement into every facet of development and operations. From co-governance and workforce housing preservation to fund development strategies that align with equity goals—this is a must-watch for housing professionals, organizers, and mission-driven investors.
Read MoreOn this episode of Beyond the Resume, we talk with the CEO of the Community Preservation Corporation (CPC), Rafael Cestero. We discuss his journey in the housing sector, the mission of CPC, and the importance of sustainable housing. Rafael shares insights on leadership, the evolution of CPC, and the significance of mentorship in his career. The conversation also touches on the challenges and opportunities in the housing market.
Read MoreJackson Lucas celebrates Black History Month! On this episode of Beyond the Resume, we bring back our chat with Buwa Binitie, the Managing Principal at Dantes Partners out of Washington D.C. Buwa tells us how to lead with the power of positivity, what is at the ethos of Dantes Partners, and the steps he's taken as a 17-year-old Nigerian immigrant to become the head of his own real estate company that prioritizes affordable housing.
Read MoreJackson Lucas celebrates Black History Month! On this episode of Beyond the Resume, we take you back and revisit our conversation with Jerrod Delaine, the then Director of Development at Carthage Real Estate Advisors. Jerrod talks about the difference between affordable housing and market rate housing, how he landed his first real estate job after NYU, how to make it in the real estate business, the importance of networking and setting yourself apart from the rest, and some practical wisdom for young people venturing into real estate.
Read MoreOn this episode of Beyond the Resume, Chris chats with Arturo Sneider, the CEO of Primestor Development. Arturo discusses his journey and the evolution of Primestor, a firm focused on community development and affordable housing. He shares insights on the challenges of building affordable housing, the importance of community engagement, and the innovative approaches being taken, such as modular construction.
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