From Gumballs to Real Estate: A conversation on Lessons in Hustle and Investment with Besa Gordon.
Discover valuable insights on entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and real estate investment from my in-depth interview with Besa. Learn how to turn opportunities into profits.
Building Legacy: The Sarah Queen Project Transforms Seattle’s Central District
The Sarah Queen is a mixed-use development on 23rd Ave. in the Central District, one of Seattle’s most progressive neighborhoods. The building rises to a commanding eight stories and will feature 112 stunning apartment homes, as well as above-street-level commercial and live-work studios. Our goal is to seamlessly blend luxury, innovation, and cutting-edge design to redefine urban sophistication.
SEattle Business Journal: OUR GOAL IS TO HELP FOLKS CREATE THAT WEALTH CYCLE
Much like the affordable housing projects that the Housing Equity Fund invests in, Amazon plays the role of financier and partner, staying hands-off in the development process.
SEATTLE STATE OF THE MARKET
This event will be one of the few times industry leaders give insight on difficulties, or barriers that are hindering the restoration of the Seattle’s core. We’ll also discuss plans that can be employed to address and overcome the obstacles and revitalize the city's core.
RECLAIMING SEATTLE’S CENTRAL DISTRICT
I was quoted in a Seattle Mag article along with a hand-full of organizations making strategic efforts to ensure Black people remain a vital part of the Central Area of Seattle.
Wealth Builders
The article highlights the state of the industry for Developers of color and the importance of providing homeownership opportunities for people of color in underserved communities.
Back2Besa with Jaebadiah Gardner
Besa and I talked about my journey to becoming a first generation real estate developer and investor. As someone who has defied all odds to build GardnerGlobal from the ground up over the past 15 years, it’s important to be a beacon of hope for future entrepreneurs.
GardnerGlobal acquires 3 acres
In keeping with our mission to develop affordable housing for Seattle residents. We are planning a 259-unit affordable housing project dubbed Skyway Towncenter.
Seattle City Makers: Downtown Seattle Association
GardnerGlobal, Inc. founder and CEO Jaebadiah Gardner is in the business of building wealth, with a focus on those who have been traditionally excluded. A developer, fund manager, author and speaker.
Chicago REALTORS® 360° Summit: Leading with Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Learn what’s new and next in building equitable solutions to shape the future of our city. Hear from industry leaders on the latest housing data and practical actions that can successfully increase your bottom line.
REVITALIZING DOWNTOWN SEATTLE:
Bisnow events bring together the biggest power players in the industry to identify opportunities, build your network and expand your business. With the largest audience of commercial real estate professionals in the world, no one knows how to help your business more than us. Join Bisnow as we jump into the market in Seattle to analyze its strengths and strategize on its areas of opportunity.
I'm officially a LISC/Amazon Fellow
The Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) has selected 10 local real estate developers focused on affordable housing to participate in its inaugural Housing Equity Accelerator (HEA) program.
How investment in opportunity zones can level up the US
As Black History Month concludes in the US, Sofia Karadima looks at how effective opportunity zones are in 'levelling up' deprived neighbourhoods populated by minorities.
Morning Update Show | Monday, February 21, 2022
Im back on the Converge Media Morning Update Show with the multi-talented Omari Salisbury and TraeAnna Holiday. We’re invited back to answer any questions you may have about our projects, and how you can get involved to build wealth for you and yours.
Developer works to reclaim Seattle’s Central District
I had a chance to talk to Shante Sumpter with King 5 News about our historical Central District. The change doesn't happen overnight. However, Gardner Global is committed to making the CD home for everyone. This is over a 10 to 15, 20-year period that it takes place.
GARDNERGLOBAL IS UNDER CONTRACT TO PURCHASE LAND IN SKYWAY AND IS COLLABORATING WITH THE WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY WITH PLANS TO DEVELOP AFFORDABLE HOUSING AND AFFORDABLE HOMEOWNERSHIP
GardnerGlobal is planning a mixed-income urban infill project specifically designed to create both mixed-income housing that will include affordable rentals and affordable for purchase units with a vision to help build wealth for Black and under-considered communities.