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Ivory Innovations: Recipient of 2023 Common Good Award
December 6, 2023 Envision Utah celebrates Ivory Innovations with an award recognizing their work in creating a brighter future for the state Honoring Excellence in Housing Solutions and Community Impact in Utah December 6th, 2023 - Ivory Innovations was recognized by Envision Utah’s Common Good Award, which honors organizations helping to create a brighter future for Utah. Other recipients include the GIV Group (fostering vibrant and affordable communities in Utah) and the U
Dec 6, 20232 min read


2023 Hack-A-House Winners Announced
Ivory Innovations announced three winners of Hack-A-House, a 24-hour “hackathon” created to engage students in proposing innovative solution
Oct 2, 20233 min read


Jack's Internship supporting the Bilt Foundation
September 14, 2023 By: Jack O'Lear y , Student Associate Alumni A Student Leader's Journey into Affordable Housing and Financial Empowerment I'm a senior undergraduate student at the University of Utah, pursuing an honors degree in economics and political science with a pre-law focus. Currently, I hold the position of Student Body President for the Associated Students of the University of Utah (ASUU). Throughout my four years on campus, I've been actively engaged in various
Sep 14, 20232 min read


Summer at The National Zoning Atlas Internship with Emanuel
September 7, 2023 By: Emmanuel Garcia Flores , Student Associate Alumni A Journey from Finance to Zoning Reform and Housing Policy My name is Emanuel Flores, and I am a current student at Utah State University, pursuing a degree in economics and finance. Over the past year, I've been fully immersed in the realm of property technology, often referred to as prop tech. My journey in this field began at Ivory Innovations, where I gained my first professional experience. Recent
Sep 6, 20232 min read


Innovative solutions wanted amidst rapidly rising housing costs
Newswise — Ivory Innovations is pleased to announce the opening of nominations for the 2024 Ivory Prize for Housing Affordability.
Sep 2, 20233 min read


Reflecting on an Incredible Internship Journey at ARX with Nolan
August 31, 2023 By: Nolan Martin , Student Associate Alumni A Journey of Learning and Growth at ARX As my internship at ARX comes to a close, I'm excited to reflect on the valuable experiences and insights I've gained over the summer. Allow me to share a glimpse of my journey and how it has shaped my path. About Nolan: A Passion for Operations and Real Estate I'm Nolan Martin, a senior at the University of Utah, pursuing a degree in Operations and Supply Chain Management. Th
Aug 30, 20232 min read


Jeremiah's Summer Project Experience with Ivory Innovations Operating Foundation (IIOF)
August 24, 2023 By: Jeremiah Munn , Student Associate Alumni Jeremiah’s Journey Into Housing Development and Affordable Housing This summer, I participated in an extraordinary internship journey made possible through my role at Ivory Innovations as a student research associate. Join me as I recount my growth-filled experience as a part of the Ivory Innovations Operation Foundation (IIOF), shedding light on the pivotal aspects of this immersive internship. About Jeremiah: A S
Aug 23, 20232 min read


Sydney's Summer Success with the Dearfield Fund for Black Wealth
August 17, 2023 By: Sydney Williams , Student Associate Alumni Sydney’s Internship with the Dearfield Fund for Black Wealth: Supporting Housing Affordability for First-Time Homebuyers My name is Sydney Williams - I am a junior majoring in Finance with a minor in Real Estate Development. I come from a military family and moved out West during high school. Since being out here, I have fallen in love with skiing, hiking, backpacking, and everything outdoors! A Journey into Rea
Aug 16, 20232 min read


Four practical ideas to improve the housing affordability crisis
The Salt Lake Tribune covered how the 2023 Ivory Prize organizations are impacting affordability.
May 29, 20231 min read


2023 Ivory Prize Winners
2023 Policy & Regulatory Reform Co-Winner - National Zoning Atlas Ithaca, New York The National Zoning Atlas is a collaborative of...
May 23, 20232 min read
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