Jenifer Acosta is a solutions-driven community developer recognized for revitalizing historic buildings and catalyzing economic development. Passionate about preserving underutilized spaces, she bridges the old and new to create dynamic, thriving communities with a strong sense of place.

Since 2016, Jenifer has led real estate development projects across the Great Lakes Bay Region, sparking additional investments and inspiring local action. As the Lead Consultant for Housing Forward, Midland, she provides data-driven strategies to address attainable housing needs, offering hands-on technical assistance, coaching, advocacy, and strategic communications.

Believing that the best solutions emerge from local people leveraging local resources, Jenifer prioritizes projects that balance community connection, environmental impact, and fiscal responsibility.

She holds a B.A. in Sociology from Southern Illinois University, an M.A. in International Administration & Sustainable Development from the University of Miami, and a Graduate Certificate in Real Estate Development from New York University.

Jenifer’s work has received multiple awards for historic preservation and economic development, reflecting her commitment to thoughtful, sustainable growth.

Areas of expertise: adaptive reuse, multifamily, financial analysis/feasibility, community engagement, regional partnerships, mixed-use

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