NEW ORLEANS, LA – 365 Connect, the leader in providing the most advanced automated marketing, leasing, and resident engagement platform for multifamily communities across the globe, announced today the company’s CEO, Kerry W. Kirby, will speak at the Multifamily Innovation & AI Summit. The event, catering exclusively to multifamily professionals, runs from December 4 – 5, 2024 in Phoenix, Arizona.
Launched by the founders of Multifamily Leadership, Patrick and Carrie Antrim, the Multifamily Innovation & AI Summit will feature vital, relevant discussions conducted by leading experts from various fields within the industry. It has become a must-attend event for owners, operators, and corporate executives. The vision of the summit is to make an enriching environment where multifamily professionals can obtain the tools, strategies, and insights needed to drive their company’s growth in today’s quick-paced world.
Kirby will be speaking at multiple sessions, the first being held on December 4th at the nectarflow Innovation & AI Lab. Kirby will be joined by James W. Lancaster, Chief Product Officer at 365 Connect, the duo will lead two separate sessions to discuss the challenges and opportunities centered on the use of APIs in the multifamily housing industry. On December 5th, Kirby will participate in a distinguished panel to discuss, “Beyond the Numbers: Harnessing Technology and People to Future-Proof Real Estate Investments.” The conversation will delve into how digital transformation can drive the creation of a resilient and forward-thinking business model.
“We are honored to welcome Kerry back to our stage at this year’s Multifamily Innovation & AI Summit,” said Patrick Antrim, CEO of Multifamily Leadership. “Kerry is not just an accomplished entrepreneur and innovator, but a right trailblazer shaping the future of our industry. With an exceptional talent for challenging the status quo and driving meaningful change, he is a transformative leader and an influential voice across the technological landscape.”
Kirby, founder and CEO of 365 Connect, is a visionary technologist whose unrivaled ingenuity is revolutionizing the multifamily housing industry. Over the past two decades, he has transformed 365 Connect from a bootstrapped startup into an award-winning proptech leader. Renowned for his unparalleled contributions to technology and innovation, Kirby has earned numerous global accolades, solidifying his reputation as one of the industry’s most influential changemakers.
“Multifamily housing operators are rapidly advancing the transformation of their workflows to streamline cost structures,” said Kirby. “Our industry must know the commitment needed to drive innovation and reimagine business models that can thrive in today’s dynamic economic environment. I’m thrilled to share my insights at the premier thought-leadership platform in our field, the Multifamily Innovation & AI Summit.”

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PORTLAND, OR – BRIDGE Housing bought an affordable housing community outside of Beaverton, Oregon, preserving 340 apartments that soon face a potential transition to market-rate rents as low-income housing for the long term.
Bethany Meadows consists of income-restricted one- and two-bedroom apartments for households earning 60% of Area Median Income in a growing community near Beaverton, in the Portland Metro Area. Affordability restrictions on the units had been set to expire in 2-3 years.
The acquisition marks the latest investment by BRIDGE Housing to preserve the long-term affordability of housing in communities throughout the West Coast. Preservation is an increasingly vital affordable housing strategy as low-income covenants established decades ago are set to expire on thousands of properties.
BRIDGE Housing, the leading nonprofit affordable housing developer and manager on the West Coast, is a mission-driven organization seeking to increase access to affordable housing in a region that is home to some of the costliest housing markets in the United States.
BRIDGE s portfolio exceeds 13,600 units across more than 130 properties in California, Washington and Oregon with a total development cost of more than $3.5 billion. More than 30,000 people live in BRIDGE communities from San Diego to Seattle.
By permanently preserving the affordability of Bethany Meadows, we are advancing our mission and benefiting hundreds of families in a meaningful way for years to come, said Ken Lombard, BRIDGE Housing President and CEO. We are actively pursuing many development and preservation opportunities, with the goal of allowing more residents to delight in the dignity of a home they can afford. If you own a property with affordability covenants that are nearing expiration, we want to hear from you.
Bethany Meadows is a garden-style complex, with two- to three-tale buildings across two separate phases. Phase I, built in 1997, has 208 units. Phase II, built in 1998, has 132 units. BRIDGE bought both phases, as well as 577 surface parking spaces. The adjacent properties are located in a prime neighborhood close to job centers, public transit, and high-performing public schools. Amenities include a clubroom, fitness center, pool, and spa.
BRIDGE Housing s investment was supported by an innovative financing arrangement with Morgan Stanley and National Equity Fund that provides a $250 million revolving credit facility, enabling BRIDGE to go quickly to buy and preserve affordable housing. By using private equity and debt, the strategy reduces the time and complexity of traditional affordable housing finance, in which multiple partners must apply for government tax credits.
Since 1983, BRIDGE has been an innovative leader in affordable housing on the West Coast by making strong communities, improving residents lives, and delivering positive social impact. BRIDGE is currently accelerating its growth plans, harnessing both ground-up development and opportunistic acquisitions to significantly extend its reach. More than 10,800 affordable apartments are in the development pipeline, and additional acquisitions are plotted over the coming weeks to permanently preserve more affordable units in high-cost regions.
Our talented BRIDGE team and our many partners are making tremendous strides in delivering affordable housing efficiently and sustainably, along with high-impact resident services, said Executive Vice President Sierra Atilano, BRIDGE s Head of Development. We are accelerating our work in both development and acquisition as we seek to significantly expand our portfolio in the West. We are excited to continue accelerating our work at scale to make a meaningful, lasting difference for families and communities.”

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SAN MARCOS, TX – The NRP Group, a vertically integrated, best-in-class developer, builder, and manager of multifamily housing, in partnership with the Capital Area Housing Finance Corporation (CAHFC), announced the opening of Centro35, a 330-unit affordable housing community in San Marcos, Texas. The development provides high-quality, amenity-rich housing to residents earning up to 60 percent of the Area Median Income (AMI).
San Marcos is at the heart of one of the nation s fastest-growing corridors, and we recognize Central Texas as a critical area for investment, said Max Whipple, Vice President of Development at The NRP Group. Centro35 reflects our commitment to addressing the area s affordable housing needs while providing residents convenient access to job markets along I-35.
Located at 508 Labrador Boulevard, just off the central I-35 corridor, this development offers convenient access north to Austin and south to San Antonio. Within a ten-mile radius are major employment hubs in San Marcos, including the Amazon Fulfillment Center, Texas State University, and one of the largest Tanger Outlet Malls, providing residents with ample nearby job opportunities.
Centro35 is a testament to our mission to provide quality affordable housing for working families and young professionals in San Marcos, said Jim Shaw, Executive Director at Capital Area Housing Finance Corporation (CAHFC). With this project marking our fifth partnership with The NRP Group, we re proud to play a pivotal role in fostering vibrant communities where residents have access to comfortable, affordable homes that meet their needs.
Centro35 will accommodate both working professionals and growing families, with floorplans that include one-to-four-bedroom units. In partnership with the nonprofit Community Housing Resource Partners, Centro35 has a dedicated activity room to host resident services such as health screenings, after-school programming, financial literacy training, a first-time homebuyer program, English as a Second Languages courses and more.
The development will feature best-in-class amenities including a resort-style swimming pool, 24-hour fitness center, and conference center with individual work pods for remote work. Additionally, family-friendly amenity spaces will include a children s activity room and a game room.
As San Marcos continues to grow, it is essential that we provide affordable housing options for all members of our community, said Hays County Commissioner Debbie Gonzales Ingalsbe. Centro35 offers more than just housing—it delivers vital services and amenities like family-friendly gathering spaces, ensuring residents have everything they need right at their fingertips. Developments like this strengthen our community by further fostering a thriving community.
This fully affordable housing community was financed with tax credit equity from Huntington Community Development Corporation and permanent financing provided by Bellwether Enterprises and Deutsche Bank.
The NRP Group has developed more than 30,000 units in Texas. Centro35 is the company s third development in the City of San Marcos, comprising nearly 1,000 units.

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