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HR&A contributes to building a Statewide Foundation for Land Use 2050 in Rhode Island
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What does it take to transform fragmented municipal land use data into a unified, statewide planning framework? On behalf of the Rhode Island Division of Statewide Planning (RIDSP), HR&A Advisors partnered with Go Consulting Services to advance the Land Use 2050 Data Services project — a critical step in preparing Rhode Island for growth, conservation, […]

Drex Owusu joins HR&A’s Board of Directors
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HR&A is excited to welcome Drex Owusu to our Board of Directors. Drex is a dynamic leader at the intersection of education, economic development, and civic engagement. His experience aligns with HR&A’s continued growth in Texas and our efforts to deepen the firm’s leadership and impact. Drex’s career reflects a consistent commitment to catalyzing economic […]

HBCUs Must Treat Land Like Power
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Land values around many campuses are climbing faster than HBCUs can capitalize on them. My first visit to a Historically Black College or University was to Howard University during its famous homecoming celebrations. I was visiting as a student from UC Berkeley, newly initiated into my fraternity, and I was immediately embraced by my brothers […]

HR&A Leads Workshop 1 of İzmir Metro Project III: Corporate Development Programme + Land Value Capture Study
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Last month, HR&A Advisors was in İzmir, Türkiye to lead Workshop 1 of the İzmir Metro Project III: Corporate Development Programme (CDP) + Land Value Capture (LVC) Study. This workshop marked a major milestone, closing the inception phase and launching the project’s diagnostic and analytical work over the next 12 months. About the Project The […]

Celebrating a New Generation of Leadership at HR&A
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We’re proud to welcome three new Partners to HR&A’s leadership: Sarah Solon, Ignacio Montojo, and Erin Lonoff. Each brings a unique perspective and deep expertise that will help shape the future of our firm and the communities we serve. We sat down with each of them to discuss their paths to partnership, the trends they’re […]

A Conversation with Partner Erin Lonoff on Generational Trends in Real Estate and the Midwest’s Role in Shaping America’s Future
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We sat down with Partner Erin Lonoff to discuss why housing affordability is driving Midwest growth, the role of millennials in the future of mission-driven real estate, and her path from Intern to Partner at HR&A. Erin also shares how her diverse work focusing on the intersection of real estate and public policy helps her […]

A Conversation with Partner Ignacio Montojo on Infrastructure Delivery and Building America’s Future
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With a history of leading transit-oriented development, resilience, and public-private partnership projects, new HR&A Partner Ignacio Montojo sat down with us to discuss America’s infrastructure delivery crisis, the changing landscape of public-private partnerships, and how HR&A bridges the gap between financial models and the complex realities of building large-scale projects. If you had unlimited resources […]

East Palo Alto City Council Approves Strategic Plan to Boost Local Businesses and Investment
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The City of East Palo Alto has officially adopted its Economic Development Strategic Plan, a milestone in efforts to support homegrown businesses, attract new investment, and position the City as “investment ready,” as stated in Palo Alto Online. Over the past year, HR&A and engagement partners, Kearns & West, st, conducted in‑depth economic development research […]

Senior Advisor Derek Fleming Joins ULI Responsible Property Investment Council
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Congratulations to HR&A Senior Advisor Derek Fleming on his selection to the ULI Responsible Property Investment Council (RPIC). Derek brings more than 20 years of experience advancing people-centered, community-driven development at the intersection of real estate, culture, and economic development. His work focuses on cultural capital, centering historic, cultural, and community assets as drivers of […]

New HR&A Analysis Quantifies Ameren’s $20.7B Economic Impact Across Missouri and Illinois
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Study estimates company’s operations are generating more than $20.7 billion in annual economic output. ST. LOUIS, Jan. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Ameren Corporation’s (NYSE: AEE) operations in Missouri and Illinois triggered more than $20.7 billion in annual economic output, according to a study by a leading market research and development firm. Conducted by HR&A Advisors […]

HR&A Supports Three Winning Regions in New York State’s $150M ACHIEVE Award
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Governor Kathy Hochul recently announced $150 million in awards to four regions of the state through the inaugural ACHIEVE (Advancing Collaboration for High-impact Initiatives for Economic Visions & Expansion) Competition to support transformational economic development investments. HR&A — in collaboration with Kyanite Partners, Grain, and PingPong Studio — is proud to have partnered with the […]

WMATA Advances Capitol Heights Joint Development with Partner Selection
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There’s continued momentum at the Capitol Heights Metro station! WMATA has selected Atlantic Pacific Companies to move forward as the development partner for joint development at the Capitol Heights Metrorail station. The announcement was marked with an on-site celebration earlier this week, joined by Maryland Governor Wes Moore. HR&A has been proud to serve as […]