I've been involved one way or another in the construction industry for over a decade. As a volunteer with other affordable housing initiatives, I've had the opportunity to see first hand what works and where there is room for innovation. As a professional on the business development side of the industry, I've had the opportunity to work with developers, design professionals and others who share a passion for finding solutions to our affordable housing crisis. <div><br></div><div>I am convinced that there are brilliant people out there who, given the right resources and access to information, can help us transform the affordable housing sector and prove that sustainability is for everyone. As a firm believer in the efficacy and power of the open source development model, I am motivated by the idea that the DIWO approach can be used to transform our urban centers.</div>