Carlos santos
founder
I'm ready to lead and innovate in dynamic environments, driving projects that make a difference.
I bring over 12 years of hands-on professional experience in serving multiple states and territories across the U.S., specializing in infrastructure and government services. With a total of 25k hours spent delivering results in both private and public sectors, I bring a wealth of practical and strategic insights to the table.
I’ve overseen teams of 30+ professionals working in diverse operating environments. As a strategic and people-oriented leader, I excel at directing and implementing change to surpass performance objectives, balancing the needs of all stakeholders, and developing cohesive and high-performing teams.
I have a track record of accomplishments across services to federal, state, and municipal government clients. I've worked in housing, urban planning, community development, economic development. I’ve managed more than $100 million across grants management and secured over $30 million in investments, with a record of thoughtful leadership that maximizes organizational success.
Previously, I successfully led multi-agency teams to deliver housing stability to over 17,000 households and provided oversight for the disbursement, closeout, and grants lifecycle of ~$108MM in financial assistance. Also, provided consultation on the Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP), ~$45MM Covid Relief Fund (CRF), CARES ACT, and ARPA grants.
Additionally, I am the former Vice Chair of the Salt Lake City Planning Commission, advising on high-visibility complex infrastructure projects & making recommendations to the Mayor. Currently, the Community Development Advisor for the City of Bryan.
My commitment is to protect and uplift the clients and communities I serve, by delivering concrete solutions to our most critical challenges. This involves planning, strategic investments, and efficient management of programs. I operate at the convergence of policy and planning, a crucial factor in fostering a resilient economy and thriving communities.
Lastly, I have worked with clients across the US, including CA, UT, CO, MT, NM, WY, TN, MA, IA, FL, PR, and TX. Operationally and politically savvy, I’m known as an innovation catalyst with a proven track record of thoughtful leadership.