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Sustainable leaders can pivot quickly with right action, commit people and assets and inspire others. Each week David Radlo, a serial entrepreneur and CEO, with a track record for sustainable explosive growth, interviews leaders who run companies with long-term sustainable development goals and achievement in mind. If you want to adopt a responsible approach to the way you lead, this is the podcast for you, Sustainable Leadership and Disruptive Growth with David Radlo, from Forbes Books.
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Affordable housing is the backbone of better opportunities for all. ChangeMakers with Katie Goar analyzes the issues and challenges being faced in affordable housing today. In each episode, Katie speaks with finance experts, thought leaders, and change-makers to explore innovative solutions that provide more affordable housing options across the country. Whether you want to learn more about economic development, government funding, why affordable housing makes good economic policy, and why t ...
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Retired Brigadier General and Tata Leadership Group CEO Anthony Tata joins David Radlo on this week's episode of Sustainable Leadership & Disruptive Growth to tackle pressing global security questions. Drawing on his 34-year decorated military career, Tata assesses whether the world has become more or less safe in recent times. He spotlights major …
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This week's ChangeMaker is Shaundra Clark. Shaundra is the visionary Executive Director of the Tifton Housing Authority in Georgia. With 30 years of experience in public housing, she oversees operations and drives initiatives to expand affordable housing. Under her leadership, Tifton developed the nation's first mobile app for public housing reside…
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In this episode from April, Lindsey Reames, Executive Director of the Grand Rapids Housing Commission, joins Katie to discuss her 30-year career in affordable and public housing. Lindsey shares how she went from housing management to leading advocacy efforts for low-income families. She emphasizes the importance of community engagement, collaborati…
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Katie revisits one of her most popular episodes of 2023 with ChangeMaker, Kimberly Black King, a trailblazer in affordable housing development. As Chief of Real Estate Development at Volunteers of America, Kimberly has spent over two decades transforming communities by creating vibrant, sustainable, and affordable housing. From overcoming obstacles…
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In this second part of Katie's conversation with ChangeMaker, Alexandria Lafci, they explore how her firm, Hometeam Ventures, is investing in innovative construction technology that will transform affordable housing development. They'll discuss how Hometeam Ventures is using data and software to reduce housing costs, improve quality of life, and in…
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How do you solve one of the most pressing challenges of our time: the global housing crisis? For ChangeMaker Alexandria Lafci, the answer is simple: use technology to create innovative and scalable solutions. In this episode, Katie talks to Alexandria about her journey from growing up in Section 8 housing to becoming a Forbes 30 under 30 Social Ent…
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In the second part of Katie's talk with Gilbert Winn the CEO of WinnCompanies, they dive deeper into Gilbert's remarkable career. He shares what it meant to be inducted into the Affordable Housing Finance Hall of Fame, a testament to his industry leadership. Gilbert is humble about accolades, believing excellence comes from teams, not individuals. …
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Katie welcomes ChangeMaker, Gilbert Winn, a visionary leader in affordable and equitable housing. As CEO of WinnCompanies since 2015, Gilbert has spearheaded tremendous growth and innovation. With over 20 years of experience, he has transformed operations, pursued mixed-income developments, and created pioneering resident services programs. Gilbert…
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After learning about Tanya and Nicole's powerful personal journeys, Katie shifts the discussion to their groundbreaking work at CSG Advisors. Nicole explains the driving mission behind CSG - creating systemic change in affordable housing by guiding and empowering communities. Tanya highlights their concrete impact so far, with over 100 closed proje…
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On this week's episode of ChangeMakers, Katie sits down with Tanya Dempsey and Nicole Graham, the co-CEOs of CSG Advisors. With over 30 years of combined experience in affordable housing finance and development, Tanya and Nicole have helped create innovative solutions for affordable housing nationwide. In their conversation, Tanya and Nicole share …
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In part two of our conversation, ChangeMaker, Afira DeVries takes us deeper into her inspirational work with Monarch School. We learn the meaning behind the school's name - how even when circumstances are difficult, each child has the potential to transform and take flight like the monarch butterfly. Afira shares powerful stories of students who fo…
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What does it take to bring light where there is darkness, provide stability amidst uncertainty, and guide growth through change? The marks of a true ChangeMaker. This week, Katie welcomes Afira DeVries, a devoted leader empowering vulnerable youth. As President and CEO of Monarch School in San Diego, Afira leads an extraordinary public school servi…
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In part two of David's talk with Alfonso Carney III, the Founder of Enrich Scholars. They dive deeper into the remarkable growth Alfonso has achieved, like major brand collaborations with Wayfair and Fidelity. Yet despite this rapid expansion, Alfonso stays grounded in Enrich Scholars' greater purpose. For him, the most surprising and meaningful im…
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The inspiring dialogue continues as Oscar dives into NAYA's critical work helping the large homeless population in Portland and surrounding areas. He shares the unique challenges and barriers that Native communities face when experiencing homelessness. Learn how NAYA provides culturally-specific programs and wraparound services to support those in …
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Alfonso Carney III is a champion for equity, working tirelessly to create opportunities for students of color to thrive. As the founder of Enrich Scholars, Alfonso helps these students harness their potential and develop the skills needed to excel in their careers. With his own diverse background spanning finance, law, consulting, and more, Alfonso…
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Be the change. Listen to this week's inspiring conversation with Oscar Arana, interim CEO of the Native American Youth and Family Center, as he shares his vision for empowering and uplifting Native communities in Portland. Oscar has dedicated over 10 years to NAYA's mission of nurturing the lives of Native youth and families. As Community Developme…
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Katie wraps up her talk with Art Milligan, Jr., the President & CEO of the Housing Authority of the City of Charleston. In part two, Art dives into the origins of the Housing Authority's life-changing scholarship program for young residents. Art also discusses the delicate balance of preserving affordable neighborhoods while enabling residents to i…
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This week on ChangeMakers, host Katie Goar sits down with Arthur "Art" Milligan Jr., visionary leader and President & CEO of the Housing Authority of the City of Charleston. With over 4,000 units of public housing and housing choice vouchers under his direction, Art has embraced change and challenged the status quo to transform this housing authori…
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Katie concludes her fascinating conversation with ChangeMaker Doug Menges, who reveals the type of talent that they’re looking for to join Many Mansions. He says that they are always on the lookout for people who share their vision and values, who have a passion for serving the community, and who have skills and experience in various fields related…
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Katie welcomes ChangeMaker Doug Menges, the Executive Vice President of Many Mansions, a non-profit organization that provides well-managed, service-enriched, affordable housing to low-income residents of Ventura and Los Angeles Counties. Doug shares his journey from being a successful real estate developer to becoming a passionate advocate for aff…
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Katie Goar is wrapping up our conversation with Rebecca Hatfield, the president and CEO of Avesta Housing, the largest nonprofit affordable housing provider in northern New England. In this episode, Rebecca shares how she approaches the leadership of her organization. She talks about her values, her vision, and her strategies for creating a culture…
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This is the conclusion of David's conversation with Eric Tannenbaum, the founder of The Tannenbaum Company, on this episode of Sustainable Leadership & Disruptive Growth. Eric has been a legend in the entertainment industry, producing some of the most iconic and beloved shows on television, such as “Two and a Half Men,” “Mad About You,” and “The Ki…
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This week, Katie is joined by ChangeMaker, Rebecca Hatfield, the president and CEO of Avesta Housing, the largest nonprofit affordable housing provider in northern New England. They serve more than 4,000 residents, many of whom are seniors, veterans, families, and people with disabilities. Rebecca has been with Avesta since 2015 and has transformed…
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Are you ready to be inspired by one of the most influential and creative minds in the entertainment industry? In this episode of Sustainable Leadership & Disruptive Growth, David welcomes Eric Tannenbaum, the executive producer and founder of The Tannenbaum Company. Eric has been behind some of the most successful and popular shows in television hi…
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Katie wraps up her talk with Galiano Tiramani, the Founder of Boxabl, the company that is revolutionizing the housing industry with its innovative, technology-based solution. In this episode, Galiano talks about why fees and regulations are adding to the affordable housing crisis and how Boxabl is overcoming these barriers. He also shares some of t…
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Meet Galiano Tiramani, the Founder of Boxabl and this week’s ChangeMaker. He is transforming the way homes are built and made affordable with a cutting-edge, technology-driven solution that can mass-produce houses through advanced manufacturing. His company has caught the attention of Tesla and SpaceX founder Elon Musk, who is one of his satisfied …
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Katie wraps up her conversation with Stacey Epperson, the president and founder of Next Step Network. In part two, Stacey shares how she works with HUD and other stakeholders to advocate for better policies and standards for manufactured housing. She also explains how manufactured housing can be faster, cheaper, and greener than traditional site-bu…
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Are you ready to be inspired by a ChangeMaker who is transforming the way we think about manufactured housing? In this episode, Katie Goar speaks with Stacey Epperson, the President and Founder of Next Step Network, a nonprofit organization that is making homeownership more accessible and affordable for low- and moderate-income families across the …
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In this episode of ChangeMakers, Katie continues her conversation with Carol Redmond Naughton, the CEO of Purpose Built Communities. Carol reveals how her organization is transforming neighborhoods and lives across the nation by providing holistic and sustainable solutions for poverty and inequality. You will hear about the amazing impact Purpose B…
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Are you ready to be inspired by a changemaker who is transforming lives and communities across the country? In this episode of ChangeMakers, Katie Goar welcomes Carol Redmond Naughton, the CEO of Purpose Built Communities. Carol shares her passion and vision for creating healthy neighborhoods that empower low-income families to achieve their full p…
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In the conclusion of this week's episode of "Sustainable Leadership and Disruptive Growth," join David Radlo as he continues his conversation with the brilliant Thomas Dakich. As a seasoned attorney with a remarkable career spanning over three decades in the telecommunications and data center industries, Tom has closed awe-inspiring transactions wo…
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Katie revisits one of her most popular episodes with ChangeMaker, Janet Abrahams, the President & Chief Executive Officer of the Housing Authority of Baltimore City. With an illustrious career spanning over 20 years in public housing administration, Janet has been instrumental in developing groundbreaking approaches to enhance affordable housing co…
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In this week's episode of "Sustainable Leadership and Disruptive Growth," David Radlo welcomes a true visionary and problem solver, Thomas Dakich. With over 30 years of experience as a practicing attorney in the telecommunications and data center industries, Tom has spearheaded groundbreaking transactions totaling over $500 million worldwide. From …
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In the highly anticipated second part of Katie's conversation with ChangeMaker Treger Strasberg, the Founder & CEO of Humble Design, get ready to be uplifted by this incredible organization's unwavering determination and transformative impact. In this episode, we delve deeper into the geographic impact of Humble Design. Join us as Treger shares the…
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Get ready for an incredible story of compassion, transformation, and the power of a single act of kindness on this week's episode of ChangeMakers, hosted by Katie Goar. Our featured ChangeMaker didn't set out to change the world or create a national nonprofit. It all began with a heartfelt act of kindness towards a friend in need. Join us as we div…
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Katie wraps up her conversation with ChangeMaker, Mark Thiele, the CEO of NAHRO. In this episode, Mark talks about NAHRO's role in empowering women in the industry, including the inaugural women's breakfast held last fall in partnership with NAHRO, Quadel, and CSG advisors. This event was a fantastic opportunity for women to connect and network, an…
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This week's guest is Mark Thiele, the CEO of NAHRO, an organization that empowers housing and community development agencies and officials to make a difference in people's lives. With over 20,000 members, NAHRO is one of the largest and most respected housing organizations in the world, and Mark is at the forefront of this vital work. Mark's extens…
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Katie concludes her conversation with ChangeMaker, Tracey Scott, the CEO of the Chicago Housing Authority. In this episode, Tracey focuses on the impact that the Moving to Work program has had on the city of Chicago. As a long-standing MTW PHA and President of the MTW Collaborative, Tracey has unique insights into the program and its benefits. Trac…
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Katie is honored to welcome ChangeMaker, Tracey Scott, the CEO of the Chicago Housing Authority, to the podcast. Tracey is a passionate and driven leader who has dedicated her life to transforming lives and communities. As CEO of the CHA, she has been responsible for overseeing housing and support services for over 64,000 families. Under her leader…
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In this episode, David concludes his captivating chat with Marques Martin, a partner at FVLCRUM. David and Marques dive deeper into the role of private equity in unlocking the potential of closing the racial wealth gap and investing in underserved communities. Marques reveals the values that drive their investment choices, and how they achieve rema…
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Thank you for tuning in to the conclusion of Katie's talk with ChangeMaker Lindsey Reames, the Executive Director of the Grand Rapids Housing Commission. Lindsey's passion and dedication to affordable housing serve as an inspiration to us all. She reminds us that every small step we take toward creating a more just and equitable society can have a …
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In this episode, David is joined by Marques Martin, a Partner at FVLCRUM, a private equity firm that transforms the businesses it invests in. Marques has a remarkable career of over 15 years, where he has mastered the art of private equity investing, strategy development, and corporate finance. He has also been a trailblazer in the industry, as a c…
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In this episode, Katie is joined by ChangeMaker Lindsey Reames, the Executive Director of The Grand Rapids Housing Commission. With over 30 years of experience in affordable, subsidized, and public housing administration, Lindsey is a true champion of housing justice and equity. Join us as we dive into Lindsey's inspiring journey, from her early da…
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Katie wraps up her conversation with ChangeMaker, Capri Roth, the Executive Vice President of Real Estate Development at the East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation (EBALDC). With a legacy of over five decades, EBALDC has been working towards preserving or developing over 2,000 affordable homes for those in need. Capri's dedication and passion…
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Welcome to this week's episode of ChangeMakers, where we highlight individuals who are making a positive impact in their communities. This week, we are thrilled to have Capri Roth, the Executive Vice President of Real Estate Development at the East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation, as our guest. Capri is a true inspiration and a dedicated ad…
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Join Katie for the conclusion of her conversation with ChangeMaker, Kimberly Black King, Chief of Real Estate Development at Volunteers of America, as she shares how her childhood experiences have fueled her passion for affordable housing. Despite facing challenges and obstacles, Kimberly's upbringing taught her the importance of having a safe and …
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Join Katie this week on ChangeMakers as she sits down with Kimberly Black King, Chief of Real Estate Development at Volunteers of America, a leading developer and owner of affordable housing in the United States. Kimberly has spent over 20 years in the affordable housing industry, and her expertise has been instrumental in transforming the landscap…
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Welcome back to the conclusion of Katie's conversation with ChangeMaker, Michael Novogradac, the managing partner of Novogradac. In this episode, we continue our discussion on his legendary career in housing that led him to be inducted into the Affordable Housing Hall of Fame in 2016. Mike shares his organization's mission and vision and how they a…
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Join us for this inspiring and uplifting conclusion to David's conversation with Dr. Vanila Singh, and discover how her insights and leadership are shaping the medical field and making a difference in the lives of millions of people. In this episode, we continue our discussion on pain management, focusing on alternate therapies, such as acupuncture…
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Get ready to be inspired by this week's ChangeMaker, Michael Novogradac. As the managing partner of Novogradac, Michael specializes in affordable housing, community development, historic preservation, and renewable energy. He is a true expert in real estate taxation and accounting and has authored numerous books on the subject. Michael is not just …
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