Join us for an insightful conversation with Catherine Buell, a distinguished Loeb Fellow at Harvard University, known for her impactful work in urban planning and development. Catherine shares details about her role at Amazon, where she has played a pivotal role in developing the Housing Equity Fund. Amazon's Housing Equity Fund deployed significant funding for community development and affordable housing initiatives.

In this episode, we’ll explore Catherine’s background and her journey to Amazon. She provides insights on the fund structure and funding deployment criteria, including a focus on BIPOC developer participation. Catherine will explain why this model was successful during COVID and how it could be altered today to address the ongoing affordable housing crisis.

Tune in for Catherine’s expert insights and practical guidance on leading the future of inclusive and sustainable urban development.