The NRP Group Appoints Bill Zunamon as Vice President of Development, Establishing Affordable Housing Portfolio in Florida
April 17 2024 - 10:00AM
Business Wire
Through collaborative partnerships with local
and state stakeholders, Zunamon will usher in NRP’s first
affordable and workforce housing offerings in the state
The NRP Group, a vertically integrated, best-in-class developer,
builder, and manager of multifamily housing, today announced the
hire of Bill Zunamon as Vice President of Development. This
strategic hire marks NRP's expansion beyond market-rate
developments in Florida to include affordable and workforce housing
projects. Zunamon will report to Aaron Pechota, Executive Vice
President of Development at The NRP Group.
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“The demand for affordable housing in Florida is undeniable and
with this new hire, we’re poised to meet this challenge head-on,”
said Aaron Pechota, Executive Vice President of Development. “With
his leadership and expertise, Bill's appointment reinforces NRP's
unwavering commitment to expanding access to quality housing
options for all Floridians, regardless of socioeconomic status.
With Bill at the helm, we are ready to make significant strides in
providing new affordable housing solutions that positively impact
communities throughout the entire state."
With a proven track record of delivering affordable housing
across Florida, Zunamon will play a crucial role in establishing
NRP's affordable project portfolio in the state. In his new
position, Zunamon will collaborate directly with nonprofit
organizations, public housing authorities, and governmental
agencies at all levels to identify and execute projects that
address the state’s pressing housing needs.
Zunamon has extensive experience in the affordable housing
sector, having previously served as Vice President of Development
at McDowell Housing Partners (MHP). During his tenure at MHP,
Zunamon was responsible for securing financing and overseeing the
origination of fourteen LIHTC developments, totaling over 2,000
workforce and affordable housing units throughout Florida.
“I’m excited to establish innovative partnerships that ensure
affordable housing becomes a reality for Floridians in need,” said
Zunamon. “Amid the state’s surging housing crisis, our commitment
to providing affordable housing remains strong, ensuring that every
individual and family has a place to call home in these challenging
times. It’s not merely a duty, but a profound opportunity to make a
tangible difference in the lives of many."
Zunamon brings with him a vast network of industry connections
spanning nonprofit organizations, public housing authorities, local
governments, and housing agencies on various levels. He is an
active member of Florida’s Coalition of Attainable Housing
Providers (CAHP) and regularly engages with various organizations
dedicated to attainable and workforce housing initiatives.
Zunamon received a Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate and
Entrepreneurship from the University of Wisconsin.
About The NRP Group
The NRP Group is a vertically integrated developer, owner,
builder, and manager of best-in-class multifamily housing with a
mission to create exceptional rental housing communities for
individuals and families, regardless of income. Since its founding
in 1994, NRP has developed more than 50,000 apartment homes and
currently manages over 25,000 residential units.
Through its disciplined approach to vetting opportunities, NRP
has established a track record of delivering impressive returns for
investors. The company’s formidable size and depth of talent
provide the experience and infrastructure necessary to execute
developments of varying degrees of complexity and scope in both
urban-infill and suburban locations, including market-rate,
affordable, mixed-income, and senior housing.
The NRP Group is consistently ranked in the Top 10 largest
developers and builders in the U.S. by the National Multifamily
Housing Council and by Affordable Housing Finance. The NRP Group is
a winner of the National Association of Home Builders Multifamily
Pillars of the Industry award for “Builder of the Year,” and a
four-time recipient of the same award for “Development Firm of the
Year.” The NRP Group has become the top multifamily developer in
the U.S. that creates both affordable and market-rate housing at a
national scale. Based on its nearly 30 years of experience and
expertise, NRP now provides construction and property management
services to outside owners and developers. For additional
information, visit www.nrpgroup.com.
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