Beyond the Resume Podcast with Jeffrey Jaeger (The Affordable Housing Philosophy That Works)

In 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.

Julio LaraJune 16, 2025affordable housing, Jeffrey Jaeger, Standard Communities, real estate career, low income housing tax credit, workforce housing, public-private partnerships, real estate investing, housing equity, real estate development

Beyond the Resume Podcast with Sean Kelly (Affordable Housing Month Throwback)

Beyond 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.

Julio LaraMay 29, 2025affordable housing, real estate career, LIHTC, community development, housing equity, real estate podcast, multifamily housing, Sean Kelly, LNWA, impact investing