Driven by a deep commitment to his hometown, Jason Headen founded Elite Solutions, LLC to revitalize Detroit through sustainable real estate development and affordable housing initiatives.
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Jason Headen, a generational Detroiter, has dedicated his career to real estate development and affordable housing initiatives, leading projects that enhance communities and uplift local residents. His career began as a property manager for Bedrock Detroit, Independent Management Services, and Southwest Housing Solutions, where he managed diverse real estate portfolios.
After working as a property manager, Jason served as the Director of State and Local Government Affairs for Quicken Loans, where he led community engagement, advocated for policy change, and oversaw a $3.3 million renovation of the Breithaupt Career & Tech Center. In his previous role as Vice President of the Detroit Market for CHN Housing Partners, he was responsible for growth in Detroit, expanding strategic partnerships, and co-founding the Detroit Housing Network. This network leverages technology to administer housing stability services and track progress in real time, increasing access to direct services and enabling informed resource allocation and policy changes.
Jason has also managed partnerships that have led to over $30 million in funding for affordable housing and announced a $3.5 million development project in the Bagley/Fitzgerald neighborhood in 2019. Over the course of his career, Jason has earned accolades, including being named one of Crain's Detroit Business 40 under 40 in 2023 and Michigan Chronicle 40 under 40 in 2022. He is a Leadership Detroit Class LXI member and was recognized as Urban Alliance Mentor of the Year in 2019. He has served on boards such as the Citizens Research Council of Michigan, Building Community Value, and the Detroit Housing Commission.
Our vision is a sustainable and thriving future where communities are built on inclusivity, resilience, and economic empowerment. We aim to catalyze transformative development that revitalizes neighborhoods and empowers residents to achieve their highest potential.
Committed to minimizing environmental impact, our projects promote energy efficiency and create green spaces, ensuring benefits for current and future generations.
Progress stems from empowered communities. We prioritize active participation from local residents to create developments that reflect their needs and aspirations, ensuring long-term success.
We focus on creating jobs, providing skill development opportunities, and supporting local businesses to help individuals and families achieve financial stability and growth.
Are you looking for a partner with a proven track record in real estate development, affordable housing, and community engagement? Contact us today to schedule your consultation.