In 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 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 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 episode, David Bergeron, President and Co-Founder of ReSeed Partners, shares how his firm is reshaping real estate investing by empowering local operators across the country. David dives into ReSeed’s unique approach — a real estate accelerator model — and explains why long-term, all-cash investments are the key to building generational wealth. He also reflects on his journey from Stanford football player to successful entrepreneur, offering lessons on leadership, resilience, and spotting top talent. If you’re looking to break into real estate, scale your investment platform, or simply learn from an industry innovator, this episode is a must-listen.
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