The time has COME! The application for the 2023 Spark English-language Developer Academy is now OPEN.
Here is the application link!
What exactly does that mean? If you are interested in addressing the lack of affordable housing in disinvested areas of Omaha OR designing new developments within Omaha’s urban core by becoming a real estate developer, then we encourage you to consider applying!
Before applying, you should understand some of the responsibilities of the role. A real estate developer’s job could include:
- Scouting land for projects
- Renovating existing buildings
- Managing construction details
- Negotiating deals
- Funding projects
- Obtaining permits
- Attending public hearings to get public approvals
- Overseeing projects from start to finish
- Dreaming up and executing real estate projects
Does this align with your future goals? We hope so.
There is no single path to becoming a real estate developer, but certain areas of expertise tend to funnel into the profession. Construction, architecture, law, finance, urban planning, and established real estate professionals can all get into real estate development with the proper knowledge and preparation.
This is where Spark comes in. Spark, in partnership with the National Development Council, and with advice and support from a top-notch advisory team, offers the Spark Developer Academy, an intensive training and networking opportunity for emerging real estate developers who identify as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color), women, and gender-expansive individuals.
Our sessions provide participants with the skills needed to understand the development process, calculate real estate financials such as proformas and cash-flow analysis, and network with local industry leaders.
To learn more about the Developer Academy in general, visit our website here!
Our upcoming Spring Session
In April, the Developer Academy will feature a weeklong in-person course covering the development of single-family/for-sale homes, and multi-family/for-rent and commercial properties.
The Academy will utilize a hybrid learning model for the spring 2023 session; both self-guided and teacher-led instruction will be implemented.
WEEK ONE: Monday - Friday, April 17-21 via Zoom from 12-1 pm
WEEK TWO: Monday - Friday, April 24-28 in-person from 8-4 pm (Snacks and lunch provided.)
Capstone Presentations: Friday, May 12 in-person from 1-4 pm (Refreshments provided.)
Participants will be responsible for securing their computer (with video and audio capabilities) and internet access for remote sessions during Week ONE. In-person sessions will be held at the Mastercraft building (1111 N 13th Street, Omaha, NE 68102). All in-person participants must be willing to follow Covid-19 protocols established by the CDC or Douglas County Health Department.
The cost for the course is $700 in total. A limited number of scholarships are available. Please inquire, as needed.
Applications must be received by Friday, March 31 at 11:59 pm. Notifications of acceptance will be made by Monday, April 10, 2023.
We will host a FREE informational session on Friday, March 10 via zoom from 12-1 pm. Register here.
We look forward to considering your applications, and please direct any questions to Angel@sparkcdi.org.
In the meantime, please stay connected by joining our mailing list at the bottom of our Developer Academy site and check out our upcoming events!
