In this episode, Tom Hill III and Bob Warner (aka Bob the Builder) sit down with Kevin Taylor, Executive Director of NEST, a nonprofit dedicated to community revitalization, affordable home ownership, and rental housing development in Waterbury, Connecticut.

Kevin shares his journey from studying architecture at Hampton University to leading major development projects, including the $36 million restoration of Waterbury City Hall. He discusses the challenges of affordable housing, absentee landlords, and the importance of home ownership in building generational wealth.

🏗️ Topics Covered:
✔️ Why home ownership is key to revitalizing communities
✔️ The impact of absentee landlords & property management
✔️ Challenges of funding and developing affordable housing
✔️ The role of public-private partnerships in community development
✔️ Exciting projects, including the redevelopment of a historic factory into mixed-use housing

💡 If you’re interested in real estate, urban development, or how nonprofits shape communities, this episode is packed with insights!

🔗 Learn More About NEST & Get Involved:
🌐 Website: nestc.org
📍 Address: 193 Grand Street, 3rd Floor, Waterbury, CT
📞 Phone: (203) 753-1896

📞 Contact Bob Warner: 203-982-3481
🌐 Connect with Robert D. Warner: warnerccllc.com

📞 Contact Tom Hill: 203-755-HILL
🌐 Connect with Tom Hill III: TomHill.com

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