

Paul Williams
Founder and Executive Director of the Center for Public Enterprise. Works on affordable housing solutions and collaborates with Montgomery County.
Best podcasts with Paul Williams
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Jul 15, 2025 • 1h 1min
561 | Jeff Hauser vs. Paul Williams - Debating What the Abundance Agenda Gets Right and Wrong
Jeff Hauser, founder of the Revolving Door Project, and Paul Williams, leader of the Center for Public Enterprise, engage in a riveting debate about the abundance agenda. They dissect its potential benefits while identifying pitfalls, particularly its disconnection from public sentiment. The discussion spans the YIMBY movement's influence on housing policy and the complexities of federal permitting for energy development. They critique the balance between government and industry, advocating for mission-driven civil service and innovative reforms to enhance economic development.

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Dec 18, 2023 • 40min
A County in Maryland Came up With a New Way of Building Affordable Homes
Zachary Marks, Senior VP of Real Estate at the Housing Opportunities Commission, and Paul Williams, founder of the Center for Public Enterprise, delve into revolutionary strategies for affordable housing in Montgomery County, Maryland. They discuss how the county is redefining public housing with modern, amenity-rich designs. The conversation highlights innovative financing methods and public-private partnerships aimed at making housing more accessible. Their model showcases how local governments can successfully address affordability while integrating sustainable practices.