
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Raj Chetty
William A. Ackman Professor of Economics and Director of Opportunity Insights at Harvard
His work has fundamentally changed how we understand the connection between home and future outcomes. Through large-scale data analysis, Raj and his team have shown that where a child grows up — access to stable housing, safe neighborhoods, and opportunity-rich communities — can have a profound impact on lifelong earnings, education, and overall well-being.
These findings are especially urgent today, as affordable housing remains increasingly out of reach for many families. His research underscores a powerful truth: expanding access to stable, affordable homes is one of the most effective ways to break cycles of poverty and create pathways to upward mobility. By partnering with local communities and policymakers, these insights are translated into real-world strategies that help families not only find housing, but access opportunity.

Who does Bellwether serve?
Bellwether Housing serves individuals and families with low to moderate incomes across King County, providing safe, stable, and affordable housing. Our residents include seniors, working families, young professionals, veterans, and people with disabilities—anyone who might otherwise struggle to find housing in our region’s expensive rental market. By creating and managing affordable homes, we help ensure that everyone, regardless of income, has the opportunity to live and thrive in our communities.
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Our Sponsors
This event wouldn’t be possible without the generous businesses, organizations, and individuals that support its production.
VISIONARY SPONSORS
Zaki Analytics, LLC.
ADVOCATE SPONSORS
Andersen Construction • Arcora Foundation • Bank of America • Citi • Geotech Consultants • JP Morgan Chase • Kantor Taylor PC • Latitude 48 Engineers • LISC Puget Sound
Merchants Capital • Mithun • Refino Services, LLC • Runberg Architecture Group • SMR Architects • Washington Multi-Family Housing Association • Weber Thompson • Yardi Systems, Inc.
PARTNER SPONSORS
BCRA • Beneficial State Bank • Chief Seattle Club • Coin Meter Co. • DCI Engineers • FPI Management • GGLO • HD Supply • Heartland LLC • Hopelink • Johnson Braund • Mac-Donald Miller Facility Solutions • PSR Mechanical • Simon I Anderson Multifamily Team with Kidder Mathews • Sprague Pest Solutions • T-Mobile for Business • Venture Seattle
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