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In The News

Media features, interviews, and coverage of Dr. Merritt's work.

Black Enterprise

Black Woman Developer Raises $310M for Affordable Housing

How NREUV has raised $310M since 2021 with a $470M portfolio and 659% three-year revenue growth.

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Housing Finance

LGBTQ-Affirming Senior Housing Opens in D.C.

Mary's House for Older Adults — the nation's first affordable communal living space for LGBTQ+ seniors — opens its doors.

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Inc. Magazine

Inc. 5000: NREUV Ranked #730 Fastest Growing

NREUV recognized with 659% three-year revenue growth on the 2024 Inc. 5000 list.

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Crain's Cleveland Business

For developer Gina Merritt, a blighted building in Hough is an open door

A D.C.-based developer sees opportunity in Cleveland's Hough neighborhood.

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WTOP News

First Affordable Communal Living for LGBTQ+ Seniors Opens in DC

Ribbon-cutting for Mary's House, a 15-unit communal living facility in Ward 7.

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I95 Business

Economic Empowerment — Community-Led Development

How PCC leverages social capital to connect low-income communities with employment.

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LIIF

Black Developer Capital Initiative

Dr. Merritt's story as a participant in LIIF and NAHT's initiative supporting Black developers.

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Washington Business Journal

The $3B Gap: DC's Inequitable Real Estate Industry

How the D.C. area could be losing billions without an equitable industry.

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Bloomberg Radio

Growing Diverse Housing Developers

Dr. Merritt on Bloomberg discussing the $40M grant program.

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AFRO American Newspapers

Gina Merritt and Michael Karnes Launch NREUV Mechanical

The D.C.-based company specializes in HVAC systems, bringing high-value jobs to underserved communities.

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The Outlaws Radio Show

Buying & Restoring the Iconic MLK Plaza

Making Black history through Cleveland's MLK Plaza restoration.

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Pretty Girls Love Real Estate

When Dreams Become Reality - Ep #59

Her journey from affordable housing to a $600M development pipeline.

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