by caylor-solutions | Mar 4, 2025 | Podcast
In this inspiring episode of ChangeMakers, Katie welcomes Paige Lohoefer, the visionary founder of The Birthday Party Project. Paige shares her incredible journey from being a successful wedding planner to creating a nationwide nonprofit that has brought joy to over...
by caylor-solutions | Feb 18, 2025 | Podcast
In this episode of Changemakers with Katie Goar, we sit down with Terri Lee, President and CEO of Atlanta Housing, to explore her journey as a leader in housing policy and urban development. Terri shares her experience as Atlanta’s first Chief Housing Officer,...
by caylor-solutions | Feb 5, 2025 | Podcast
In Part 2, Katie Goar continues her conversation with Marion McFadden, the Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Community Planning and Development at HUD. Marion highlights a wide array of HUD programs, from homelessness prevention to affordable housing creation,...
by caylor-solutions | Feb 5, 2025 | Podcast
In this episode, Katie is join by ChangeMaker, Tess Hembree, Executive Director of the Council of State Community Development Agencies (COSCDA). Tess is a seasoned advocate for state-level community development and affordable housing. From her early days as a temp...
by caylor-solutions | Feb 5, 2025 | Podcast
In the second part of Katie’s conversation with Tess Hembree, Executive Director of COSCDA, they delve deeper into the technical assistance her organization provides to state agencies navigating the complexities of federal funding. They explore the challenges...
by caylor-solutions | Feb 5, 2025 | Podcast
Katie welcomes ChangeMaker Ali Solis, the Managing Principal at Solis Strategic Solutions (S3) and a leading advocate in housing policy. Ali shares her inspiring journey from private sector beginnings to a pivotal role in national housing initiatives, including the...