Bridging the Gap: Affordable Housing Solutions for Students and Faculty
The rising cost of housing poses a major challenge for both students and faculty, affecting recruitment, retention, and overall well-being. This panel explores innovative approaches to student and workforce housing affordability, with a focus on financial innovation, public-private partnerships, and nonprofit-led initiatives.
Panelists—including financial advisors, nonprofit housing providers, developers, and property managers—will share best practices for creating and sustaining affordable housing. Topics include creative financing, tax-exempt bonds, university collaborations, and operational models that support long-term affordability and quality management.
Attendees will gain practical insights from real-world case studies, policy considerations, and replicable strategies—ideal for higher ed leaders, housing developers, investors, and public sector partners aiming to balance financial feasibility with social impact.
Moderator:
-Christopher Hicks, Provident Resources Group
-Joel Peterson, San Diego Community College District
-Raoul Amescua, Vice president, Development & P3, The Michaels Organization,
-Jeff Turner, President, Higher Education, Brailsford & Dunlavey
-Casey Fox, Vice President, RBC Capital Markets
Access this recorded session from the U.S. Housing & Community Development Conference to gain valuable insights from industry leaders, public agency officials, and private-sector experts addressing the country's most pressing housing challenges.
Listen to the complete session at your convenience.
What’s Included:
- The full audio recording of the session
- Presentation slides, if available, to follow along and reinforce key points.
- A full written transcript of the session for easy reference and quote retrieval.
- A concise overview highlighting the major themes, takeaways, and actionable insights.
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