The partner of choice in affordable housing
WHO WE ARE
Established in 2011 in the heart of Nashville, Tennessee, The Clear Blue Company has grown to over $750 million in assets and 4,250 units throughout the Southeast.
CBC's unique, resident-first model transforms affordable housing beyond providing shelter through programming, resources, and community initiatives. Further, we incorporate the resident voice into our process, ensuring we are prioritizing their needs and concerns.
Life at The Clear Blue Company
CBC is made up of six teams that work together to solve the affordable housing crisis: Acquisitions, Asset Management, Construction, Development, Finance, and Administration
WHAT WE VALUE
Giant Gold Star
We celebrate our team members and recognize the hard work of those who assist our team and contribute to our success.
Rent the truck
Everyone is empowered to be proactive and take ownership in their work – we encourage everyone to use their unique skills, abilities, and judgment to do what they believe is best for the business.
Push to expand
We value personal growth and professional growth, and we encourage everyone to step out of their comfort zones in order to reach their goals - both personally and professionally.
We have difficult conversations quickly
We strive to be open and honest with each other. This means being transparent with peers and leadership, so we can solve problems and move the business forward together.
THE TEAM
This is the team working every day to solve the affordable housing crisis
Suzette Baston
Suzette is a Staff Accountant at CBC and is responsible for processing vendor invoices, preparing weekly suggested vendor payment schedules, maintaining vendor databases within multiple accounting software platforms, preparing accounts payable scorecards, and assisting with preparation of project closeouts.
With over three decades of expertise, Suzette’s career spans various financial roles, including directing Accounts Payable at HighTouch Business Services, serving as a Plant Controller at Carlex, and managing Accounts Receivable at Boatman Express.
Beyond her professional pursuits, Suzette’s passion for financial education extends to community involvement, where she offers classes via Zoom and works one-on-one with individuals and families under the mission “No Family Left Behind,” teaching effective money management strategies.
Anna Disser
Dan Ford
Dan leads business development for the firm. Prior to joining Clear Blue, Dan served as President and Partner of Elmington Property Management. Dan was a founder of EPM in 2013. He also developed company policies, hired senior management personnel, and built the firm’s culture. His experience and knowledge brings invaluable leadership to CBC.
- Over 30 years in multi- family property management and operations
- Successfully leased more than 50 properties including market rate and LIHTC
- Grew Elmington from 700 units to over 35,000 units during his tenure there
Genny Freeman
Valecia Horton
Will Hyche
Michael Mahony
Shana McCue
Autumn Newsom
Matthew Nicholson
Nick Ogden
Thomas Paduch
Matthew Pierce
Brittany Pruitt
With 11 years of expertise in finance and accounting, Brittany Pruitt serves as a Jr. Accountant, Accounts Payable adeptly managing various responsibilities crucial to financial operations. Her skills encompass processing vendor invoices, maintaining vendor databases, reconciling credit card transactions, and providing valuable support in project closeouts.
Brittany’s past experience includes roles such as an Accounts Payable Specialist at ACE Accounting, Property Accountant at Avison Young, Corporate Accounting Coordinator at Associate Property Management, and an Accounting Assistant at Showtime.
Beyond her professional commitments, Brittany actively engages with her community by volunteering and fostering animals at local rescues and shelters.
Kathryn Ricketts
Casey Sikora
Heather Smith
Carter Swayze
Carter brings a unique blend of expertise in affordable housing and real estate development, with four years of experience in the field. As a Development Manager, he oversees the entire lifecycle of multifamily development, from site evaluation to property lease-up, ensuring meticulous attention to detail at every stage. Carter excels in financial analysis, securing funding for projects, and fostering business development and community engagement initiatives.
His prior roles include serving as a Senior Development Associate at Standard Communities, where he successfully opened the Nashville office and as a Development Associate at LDG Development, where he played a key role in closing financing for hundreds of homes in Tennessee. Carter’s participation has been key in the development of nearly 1,500 units of affordable housing in the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic.
Carter is closely involved in community service, volunteering weekly with Men of Valor at Riverbend Prison, serving on the board of AWAKE Nashville, and actively participating in organizations like the Phoenix Club and ULI’s Housing Action Council. An honors graduate of the University of Mississippi with a double major in Managerial Finance & Banking Finance, Carter lives in Nashville with his wife, their newborn son, and their three labrador retrievers.
Dan Tetsell
Matthew Thieneman
Building a team where every background belongs
Our people take precedent. We take time to make sure every person we interact with feels seen, valued, and has a sense of belonging.