Co-development can be a powerful tool for PHAs—but only when roles, authority, and risk are clearly defined. This session focuses on how PHAs can enter co-development partnerships from a position of strength, ensuring they maintain control over their assets while benefiting from private-sector expertise.
Participants will explore common pitfalls that cause PHAs to lose leverage early in the process, including vague role definitions, misaligned incentives, and inadequate internal capacity. The session will also address how to structure agreements that protect the PHA's financial, operational, and long-term ownership interests, while fostering productive, non-adversarial partnerships.
Attendees will gain practical guidance on becoming a more effective—and more respected—co-development partner.