Develop the Developer Launchpad

The Develop The Developer Launchpad (DTDL) is a new community program to empower and develop emerging multifamily real estate developers in Polk County

 

This exciting new program from the Polk County Housing Trust Fund includes a two-week boot camp and an exclusive multi-month fellowship. Both opportunities will connect participants with real estate industry experts from all development sectors across Greater Des Moines, providing a unique opportunity to gain knowledge and build connections.

 

• The Develop the Developer Launchpad boot camp welcomes any Polk County resident motivated and passionate about becoming a multifamily developer in the Greater Des Moines area. The boot camp is a two week classroom experience that will utilize a new national curriculum developed by Freddie Mac.

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• Following the boot camp, the Polk County Housing Trust Fund will offer a multi-month development fellowship. The fellowship offers intensive practicum experience leading a housing development alongside a qualified local developer. Boot camp graduates will be eligible to apply for the fellowship, but only a select number of fellowship opportunities will be available.

 

The program is backed by a Develop the Developer Launchpad Coalition, a local advisory panel helping shape the effort and providing fellows knowledge, skills, and real-life experiences to succeed. DTDL allows emerging developers to invest in neighborhoods, communities, and future-inclusive housing.