Developer Spotlight: Loundyne Hare
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Developer Spotlight: Loundyne Hare

Loundyne Hare, founder of Central Pillars and co-founder of Northwest Investment Partners, is rewriting the rules of commercial real estate. With over 500 units in the pipeline and a $50M+ project breaking ground soon, Loundyne’s journey is a masterclass in financial precision, relationship-building, and servant leadership.

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Lexie Brown Tackles 10-Unit Duplex Project
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Lexie Brown Tackles 10-Unit Duplex Project

Lexie Brown, founder of Alexandria Construction, is bringing a fresh approach to housing with a 10-unit duplex development in Tacoma. From design innovation to on-the-ground problem-solving, she’s reshaping what accessible homeownership can look like.

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Developer Spotlight: Noemi Cagatin-Porter
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Developer Spotlight: Noemi Cagatin-Porter

In this 1DROP Developer Spotlight, we highlight Noemi Cagatin-Porter—a Filipina American builder advancing equity through housing, design, and education. With 13+ years in construction and a mission-driven nonprofit, she’s creating pathways to homeownership and generational wealth for BIPOC communities.

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Highlights from 1DROP’s Quarterly Member Meeting & Social
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Highlights from 1DROP’s Quarterly Member Meeting & Social

1DROP’s Quarterly Member Meeting brought together members and partners to reflect on progress and plan ahead. Highlights included the launch of the new Member Portal, a focus on the BHI Principles, and collaborative program ideation. The event reinforced 1DROP’s mission to empower underrepresented developers through connection, resources, and advocacy. Read more for highlights and what's next!

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Developer Spotlight: Reggie Brown
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Developer Spotlight: Reggie Brown

Reggie Brown, founder of Louis Rudolph Homes, brings family, history, and intention to every project he takes on. Drawing from the hard-won experiences of his grandparents, Reggie has carved a path that honors the past while creating real opportunities for others. In this spotlight, we take a closer look at how his personal story and vision for community development continue to shape the future of housing.

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BHI All Partners Summit 2025: 1DROP Joins Developers and Advocates Advancing Black Homeownership
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BHI All Partners Summit 2025: 1DROP Joins Developers and Advocates Advancing Black Homeownership

At the Black Home Initiative (BHI) All Partners Summit, 1DROP joined key stakeholders across the Puget Sound region to address racial disparities in homeownership. This landmark gathering highlighted 1DROP's mission to support BIPOC developers while uniting policymakers, developers, and community advocates in exploring innovative solutions to increase Black homeownership and create lasting change in housing equity.

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BHI & 1DROP: Partnering for Change
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BHI & 1DROP: Partnering for Change

We’re thrilled to announce a partnership between the Black Home Initiative (BHI) and 1DROP. Together, we’re creating pathways to generational wealth and equitable housing for communities of color through innovation and collaboration.

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