Housing Colorado ‘25

Housing Colorado ‘25

In 2025, Castlewood Partners is proud to participate in Housing Colorado ’25, a premier gathering of leaders, policymakers, nonprofit housing developers, and public agencies committed to advancing innovative workforce housing solutions across the state. We bring decades of experience in capital advisory, sustainable development, and public-private partnerships, and look forward to contributing to the dialogue on housing equity, financing strategies, and systemic approaches to housing resiliency.

Our Role & Contribution

  • Presentation / Panel Lead
    Michael Leahey will present on “Creative Financing Strategies for Workforce Housing”, showcasing how mixed finance structures, cross-sector collaboration, and scalable models can unlock more affordable units for Colorado’s workforce.

  • Case Study Spotlight
    We’ll feature two of our active projects — Meadows and Hilltop — as examples of how innovative capital layering and grant integration can drive impact.

  • Workshop / Breakout Session
    Castlewood will host a breakout titled “Public + Private Client Collaboration: Beyond Muni Advisor”, focusing on partnerships between private developers and public agencies, aligning mission with financial viability.

Key Themes & Topics

  • Equitable housing financing

  • Role of federal, state, and local funding programs

  • Land value capture & land banking

  • Strategies for scaling affordable workforce housing

  • Implementation of sustainability and clean energy in housing design

Why It Matters

Colorado is facing a critical housing shortage, with rising affordability gaps in many communities. Housing Colorado ’25 is more than a symposium — it’s an opportunity to connect across sectors, share best practices, and co-create solutions. At Castlewood, our mission is to bridge financial rigor with social impact — and events like this sharpen our focus, expand our network, and drive real change in our communities.

Call to Action

If you’re attending Housing Colorado ’25, let’s connect. Reach out to schedule a meeting, discuss partnership opportunities, or learn more about how we approach workforce housing deals collaboratively.