Nick Erickson, senior director of housing policy at Housing First Minnesota, talks to F&C reporter Brian Johnson. Erickson talks about Housing First Minnesota’s legislative agenda and how he got into the homebuilder advocacy business.

State Rep. Esther Agbaje talks to F&C reporter Dan Netter about housing policy and the Minnesota Legislature.

Tim Worke, CEO of the Associated General Contractors of Minnesota, talks to F&C reporter Brian Johnson. Worke discusses opportunities and challenges in the construction industry and previews the 2025 Minnesota Construction Summit.

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey talks to F&C reporter Dan Netter about the mayor’s plan for downtown Minneapolis, how it works in tandem with other plans put forward by groups and talks about his favorite Bob Dylan songs.

Dan Lindh, CEO of Presbyterian Homes & Services, talks to F&C reporter Brian Johnson. Lindh talks about his long career with Presbyterian Homes & Services, the changes he has seen in the senior housing industry, his retirement plans and more.

Tina Gassman, president of Greater St. Paul BOMA talks to F&C reporter Dan Netter. Gassman discusses the concerns of building owners in the capital city and breathing life into its downtown.

St. David’s Center CEO Julie Sjordal talks to F&C reporter Brian Johnson. Sjordal talks about the downtown Minneapolis YWCA acquisition and remodel, how the sale came together and why it was more complicated than a typical real estate transaction.

Chris LaTondresse, CEO of Beacon Interfaith Housing Collaborative, talks to F&C reporter Dan Netter. LaTondresse discusses his first year on the job, his aims for the future of Beacon and how he thinks more affordable housing can be built.

Julie Sommese of PACE Equity talks to F&C reporter Brian Johnson. Sommese discusses the growth of C-PACE lending in Minnesota and some of the projects she has assisted in the Twin Cities and beyond.

Interview: Rick Martagon, executive director, Building Strong Communities by Finance & Commerce