Rich returned to RPM Development in the Spring of 2020 as the Vice President of Operations. Rich has previously worked with the Contracting department as well as on the Development team. Rich holds a Master of Science in City and Regional Planning from Columbia University and a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Colorado in Environmental Studies. After completing his graduate studies, Rich worked for an affordable housing development consultant in New York City.

Colleen Drewes serves as Managing Director of K Group’s affordable multifamily initiatives, having joined the firm in 2025.

She manages key relationships with elected officials, landowners, brokers, attorneys, engineers, and community partners to expand K Group’s affordable housing presence across New Jersey.

Prior to K Group, Colleen held roles with The NRP Group LLC, Community Investment Strategies, Inc. (CIS), NJ Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency (HMFA), The Cooper Foundation (Cooper University Healthcare), and New Brunswick Development Corporation (DEVCO) contributing significantly to affordable housing development throughout the state.

A graduate of Rutgers University, Colleen earned a B.A. in Political Science and a Master of Public Policy from the Edward J. Bloustein School. She is active in organizations such as the Affordable Housing Professionals of New Jersey (AHPNJ), the NJ Builders Association, and the Professional Women in Building (PWB) Council.

Apart from her professional activities, Colleen also participates in community work, serving as the Vice Chairwoman and Dinner Chairwoman for the Hamilton Township Economic Development Advisory Commission (HTEDAC) and as well as a Troop Leader for the Girl Scouts of Central and Southern New Jersey.

Lara Schwager is the founding principal of LJS Consulting and Development, a boutique real

estate advisory and development firm and a certified woman-owned business enterprise

(WBE). Established in December, 2023, LJS Consulting and Development deploys an

integrated-platform approach for assisting organizations in the effective and efficient

management of corporate growth, succession planning, business alignment and overall

organizational performance throughout every facet of residential real estate. A specialist in the

development of affordable, special needs and mixed-income housing, Ms. Schwager is also

actively involved in working for and with municipalities in the development and delivery of

accessible and inclusionary housing for all as a springboard for sustainable community

development across New Jersey’s suburban and urban markets.

Prior to creating LJS Consulting and Development, Ms. Schwager served as Executive Vice

President of Development and Acquisitions for a nationally recognized real estate

development, ownership and property management firm specializing in affordable and

workforce housing across the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast regions. In this role, she

spearheaded the company’s full scope of development activities and was involved with

corporate strategy and operations. In addition, she was a member of the executive leadership

team tasked with formulating the corporate strategic vision and implementing a five-year plan

while overseeing new construction, acquisition and rehabilitation ventures within the

company’s existing footprint as well as targeted geographic-growth submarkets along the East

Coast.

During the past 18 years, Ms. Schwager has overseen and managed the development pipeline

of over $2.5B in new-construction activities focused on creating opportunities for families,

people with special needs and seniors on fixed incomes to live in high quality, environmentally

conscious and sustainable affordable housing. Her record of accomplishment involves the

integration of real estate development, construction, finance, asset management, and

marketing disciplines to enhance the corporate working environment while striving for

enhanced company engagement, collaboration and performance.

A graduate of the University of North Carolina – Charlotte with a B.A. in Architecture, Ms.

Schwager earned her M.B.A. from Rider University. In addition to being on the executive board

for the Women’s Affordable Housing Network, she is a current member of the New Jersey

Builders Association (NJBA) where she created and is a past chair of the Affordable Housing

Tax Credit Council, a past executive committee member and serves as a member of the

Legislative Committee. Ms. Schwager is also a board member for the association’s South

Jersey Chapter. A sought after guest speaker, she is regularly featured at the NJBA’s Annual

Conference, NJ Governor’s Conference and other industry events such as the New York State

Association for Affordable Housing.

James Barnett is an affordable housing development professional focused on expanding access to homeownership, community-based housing solutions, and equitable neighborhood investment. Drawing on experience navigating complex public financing programs, housing policy, and real estate development, he advocates for housing systems that prioritize people alongside production. Raised in rural West Virginia, James developed an early passion for community design and a deep understanding of the impacts of economic inequality and disinvestment. His work is driven by the belief that stable housing is foundational to opportunity, health, and long-term prosperity, and that emerging mission-driven developers play a critical role in creating innovative, grassroots housing solutions for underserved communities. James holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Public Policy from the University of Delaware Biden School of Public Policy and Administration and a Master of City and Regional Planning (M.C.R.P.) from the Rutgers University Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy. He is certified by the American Institute of Certified Planners.

Thomas J. Trautner Jr. is an experienced real estate development lawyer, with a diverse practice serving as counselor, strategic architect and (when the situation calls) litigator. He excels in helping clients navigate the entitlements process through his breath of knowledge regarding subjects, which include redevelopment, eminent domain and affordable housing (allowing him to cost-effectively provide guidance on a broad range of issues).

Early in his career, Tom’s practice often focused on affordable housing and eminent domain – evolving from his experience as a law clerk to the Honorable Eugene D. Serpentelli, A.J.S.C., one of the State’s original Mount Laurel Judges. Ultimately, his practice evolved to include virtually all facets of the entitlements and redevelopment process.

As a seasoned litigator possessing a nuanced understanding of the complex regulatory scheme impacting the entitlements process, Tom is able to spot issues early and advise clients on how to avoid obstacles. His ability to draw upon his comprehensive background and experience (whether negotiating a redevelopment agreement, appearing before a hostile land use board, or arguing before the New Jersey Supreme Court) affords a level of confidence and competence to find innovative approaches to getting projects timely approved and timely built while simultaneously managing costs.

As Principal and CEO of People Restoring Communities (PRC), a third-generation family-owned real estate firm dedicated to developing and preserving affordable housing, Matt advances PRC's mission to expand access to high-quality housing and strengthen communities. Since joining PRC, Matt has led several of the firm's largest transactions, including a $600 million construction loan to preserve nearly 1,700 affordable housing units in East New York and the disposition of a 2,000-unit Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) portfolio in the South Bronx. In 2025, he and his brother, Ben, acquired full ownership of PRC and launched the firm's rebrand, positioning the company for continued growth as it expands into New Jersey, Massachusetts, and Virginia while building on its 50-year legacy of developing and preserving more than 20,000 affordable homes in the New York area. Before PRC, Matt was a Director at The Ackman-Ziff Real Estate Group, where he closed more than $5.5 billion in multifamily debt and equity financings. He graduated magna cum laude from Tufts University.

Marco Williamson is the Managing Director of Construction at Fairstead, with extensive experience managing high-profile development projects, like the Reid Park Rock NYCHA PACT. He ensures timely, budget-conscious, and high-quality delivery by leading design consultants, contractors, and vendors. Prior to Fairstead, Marco worked with top New York firms such as HLW International, JD/MD Carlisle, and TF Cornerstone. His portfolio includes commercial buildings, hotels, luxury condos, and high-rise projects like Canco Lofts, NYU Dormitories, Eventi Hotel, The Beatrice Residences, and Hunters Point South. Marco holds a Master of Construction Administration from Columbia University and serves on the Building Skills NY Board of Directors.

Jason brings a wide spectrum of experience to all efforts. His background in engineering and construction informs his ability to work collaboratively with consultants and contractors to determine the right design solutions in all phases of the project. Jason’s varied project expertise, including cultural, industrial, and educational buildings helps him to understand how to balance pragmatic needs and architectural style to create buildings that truly express a client’s vision. A LEED Accredited Professional, Jason brings his passion for environmental sustainability to every project and extends his interest beyond the firm as an educator in sustainable design principles.

Chelsea Bellay leads business development initiatives in Bozzuto Construction’s northern markets. In this role, she is responsible for managing RFPs and qualifications while fostering meaningful relationships with clients and industry professionals. In addition, Chelsea leads marketing strategy and execution for the business, strengthening Bozzuto Construction’s visibility and supporting its growth.

Before joining Bozzuto, Chelsea worked in civil engineering design and land development, bringing a strong technical foundation to her role. She holds a Master’s Degree in Water Resources and Civil Engineering from Villanova University and a Bachelor of Science from Penn State University.

Varun Agnihotri joined New Jersey Community Capital in September 2022 as Managing Director of Portfolio Management. He is responsible for setting investment strategy, monitoring the lending portfolio, advising the real estate development team, and supporting the leadership in implementing the strategic vision.

Before joining New Jersey Community Capital, Varun served in a fiduciary capacity as Senior Vice President of Investments at Newport Capital Group to institutional and high net-worth clients. He was a Mergers & Acquisitions Trader at Twin Capital Management, a privately-owned hedge fund. He began his career as a Quantitative Analyst for a New Jersey hedge fund focused on a pairs trading strategy.

Varun is a member of the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute and the CFA Society in New York. He studied Mathematics of Finance and Actuarial Science at The New Jersey Institute of Technology and earned the right to use the CFA designation.

John Fraser is Senior Vice President, Development at Community Preservation Partners (CPP), a national owner and developer of affordable multifamily housing focused on preserving and creating communities that better the lives of residents. With more than 16 years of experience in affordable housing development and finance, John specializes in LIHTC preservation, Historic Tax Credit layering, and complex deal structures. At CPP, John leads deal development and preservation transactions across national markets. Prior to CPP, he spent ten years at The Community Builders, Inc. in Boston. He holds an M.A. in Regional Economic and Social Development and a B.A. in Political Science and History from UMass Lowell.

David Bonomo is Director of Debt Originations and Bond Finance at Churchill Stateside Group. He has an extensive finance and banking background, and a core concentration in real estate and affordable housing finance. For the past decade, David has executed complex multifamily financings for prominent developers and sponsors in the US across all major platforms - FHA/HUD, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, USDA and conventional CRE programs. David is the former Chief Financial Officer of the New Jersey Housing & Mortgage Finance Agency (NJHMFA). As CFO, he developed and managed NJHMFA’s highly successful Conduit Bond Program, executed turnaround financings for distressed projects, and presided over notable ratings upgrades from Standard & Poor’s.

David has a B.A. in Economics from Trinity College in Hartford, CT, and a J.D. from New York Law School in New York City. He is a member of the New York State Bar, and holds FINRA Series 7, 52, 63 and 79 securities licenses.

Craig Gianetti, co-chair of the firm's Real Estate, Environmental and Land

Use Practice, assists property owners, developers and institutional investors

in all aspects of real estate development, from the initial transaction, to

development approvals, financing and litigation. He helps clients with

residential and commercial real estate development matters, including land

use and zoning, affordable housing, redevelopment law, real estate

transactions and litigation.

Craig has extensive experience in affordable housing matters related to

developer and municipal compliance with affordable housing laws and has

represented developers in affordable housing projects financed through the

NJHMFA and the federal Low Income Housing Tax Credit Program. He has

been involved in dozens of affordable housing cases through out New Jersey

on behalf of developers.

In addition to his practice, Craig is an instructor of "Introduction to Zoning

Enforcement and Administration" at Rutgers University's Center for

Government Services, and has been a guest speaker at the Kislak Real

Estate Institute at Monmouth University. He is a regular speaker on various

panels and seminars concerning land use and affordable housing. He is also

a past-Chair of the Land Use Section of the New Jersey State Bar

Association.

Craig served as judicial clerk to the Honorable Eugene D. Serpentelli,

Assignment Judge of the New Jersey Superior Court, Ocean County Law

Division (retired), where he primarily assisted on land use and affordable

housing matters in Ocean County.