Zach Mannheimer is a Muhlenberg College graduate in Theater and Philosophy, who nearly spent a decade in Brooklyn before embarking on a life-changing road trip to find a new home. Settling in Des Moines, IA, he founded The Des Moines Social Club, a hub for art, culture, and community development. In 2020, Zach and his partners launched Atlas Community Studios, focusing on creative placemaking across 25 states. Recognizing the housing crisis as a barrier to community prosperity, Zach founded Alquist 3D to 3D-print quality, affordable homes in underserved areas. He speaks passionately about community development and innovative home-building technologies. Zach is a board member of Iowa Public Radio and the Iowa Rural Development Council, and his work has been featured in major media outlets.