Choice empowers! Presented by Nick Mitchell-Bennett, Executive Director Community Development Corp. of Brownsville. Š 2015
CDCB yearly production We are one of the biggest developers in the RGV
125+ homes $10 Million in loans $30 Million book of business
But What Have We Done?
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Limited choice + Streamlined System = High Production & Affordability Is this Formula ALWAYS Valid?
My Dilemma & Charge
Lots of clients
Don’t want
LOWINCOME
Never get to choose
100+ homes per year
SPRAWL
Need to build
Redefining the Formula Keeping: Controlled and rapid intake, approval & construction system Introducing: A rapid & inexpensive client-led design process
#1 : choice
#2 : diversity
#3 : pride
#4 : affordability
#5 : know our clients
#6 : high quality standards
Has it worked?
48 designs completed
Has it worked?
35 finished homes
Has it worked?
6 houses under construction
RAPIDO
18 finished homes 2 under construction
Has it worked?
No COST increased
Has it worked?
100% client satisfaction
• TAKE RISKS Keep pushing the envelope to continue to be relevant. • NEVER ASSUME Ask what the client wants. • CHOICE EMPOWERS! Client-led design enhances the system at no extra cost.