
Zachary Rice
Principal Consultant
With over two decades of experience, I drive measurable impact at the intersection of economic development, government affairs, and community investment. I've led transformative initiatives that span industries and geographies — from establishing the first self-regulatory standards for an established industry to launching multi-million-dollar housing programs, including the $167 million Indiana Homeowner Assistance Fund.
My career is defined by results: creating 30,000 jobs in the Dominican Republic, building championship motorsports teams, and spearheading award-winning legislative and lobbying efforts. I combine strategic vision with hands-on execution and collaborative leadership to deliver evidence-based solutions that expand opportunity, strengthen communities, and drive sustainable growth.
Watch the Smart Take: Community Centered Strategies for Homelessness
Areas of Expertise
- Strategic Vision & Planning
- Policy & Legislative Insight
- Economic & Community Investment
- Stakeholder Engagement & Coalition Building
Hear from Zachary
- Blog: YIGBY: A Creative Solution to the Housing Crisis
- Smart Take: Decoding Data Centers (Youtube)
- Smart Take: YIGBY Housing Solutions (Youtube)
- News: TPMA Selected to Guide Volusia County ECHO Program Toward 2040 Vision
- Blog: Small Business Ecosystems Protect Communities During Economic Downturns
