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Like many development projects, the construction of an MLB ballpark often brings positive change to the surrounding community. For more than 30 years, CohnReznick has been a catalyst for community development that has transformed neighborhoods and improved lives. Learn how our expertise in tax credits, public-private partnerships, Opportunity Zones, and more can maximize the value of your business.

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Business of Baseball: Community Development

When the Atlanta Braves broke ground on SunTrust Park in 2014, their vision extended beyond the ballpark and into revitalizing the surrounding neighborhood. Five years later, The Battery has become a thriving community of retail, office, entertainment, and residential spaces.

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Affordable housing developers roundtable


Executives from top Boston-based developers Beacon Communities, Trinity Financial, and WinnDevelopment discuss the state of the industry, how they work with CohnReznick, and what the future may hold for affordable housing stakeholders.

Tax credit investment market booms, but more can be done to solve housing crisis

10/17/2019

Thanks to an unprecedented demand for affordable housing – and strict banking regulations – the investment market for Low-Income Housing Tax Credits is booming like never before.

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Opportunity zones and New Markets Tax Credits (NMTC) interactive map

Does the location of your project qualify you for potential tax benefits through the federal Opportunity zones or New Markets Tax Credit programs? Explore our proprietary interactive map to learn more about these two programs and see if you might be eligible for one, or both, of them.

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Treasury releases final opportunity zone regulations

12/20/2019

Summary: The end of 2019 brought final regulations for opportunity zones, marking the end of the beginning of this critical but exhaustive process. While we didn’t get every change we wanted, clearly this will be supportive of advancing investment activity in opportunity zones. In this article, we highlight what we consider the most important elements of this comprehensive package.

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Affordable Housing News & Views

From legislative issues to technical updates to performance and industry trends, CohnReznick's Affordable Housing News & Views has the housing tax credit industry covered.

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Bridging the gap in public infrastructure funding with P3s

3/29/2019

Rebuilding the country's infrastructure is a top priority and a massive undertaking for the government. Frank Banda, Managing Partner of CohnReznick's Public Sector practice, believes a public-private partnership (P3) could offer a path forward for funding.

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Power shift: More neighborhoods turn to renewables

As the demand for clean, sustainable energy grows, cities and towns nationwide are leveraging renewable energy through programs like community solar. Leaders from CohnReznick’s Renewable Energy practice and CohnReznick Capital discuss this and other innovative trends shaping the future of renewable energy.

Capitol Connection: Time to act on affordable housing legislation

6/5/2019 | Robert C. Moss

With new affordable housing legislation awaiting Congressional approval, CohnReznick National Director of Governmental Affairs Bob Moss advises that now is the time for the housing industry to take action.

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Business of Baseball 2019 Line-up

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Managing for Success

In baseball and in business, it's all about achieving your vision. Get a behind–the–scenes look at the business of baseball through two original MLB video series – Business of Baseball and Front Office Focus – presented by CohnReznick.

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Mayor of the City

Running a business can be as complicated as running a major city or an MLB ® team. Every day is game day. To get ahead in the standings, business leaders must manage an increasingly complex scope of responsibility. This content series offers insights from MLB ® and our own line-up to help you stay on top of your game.

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Community Outreach

For MLB® teams across the country, the business of baseball includes helping others through community-focused programs and charitable giving. In fostering a culture of moving forward and giving back, CohnReznick proudly serves many businesses whose good work benefits society at large. Our goal is to help our clients grow through the services we provide while helping our communities grow stronger through the programs we support.

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Elevating The Fan (Customer) Experience

Attracting and retaining customers is as critical to MLB® clubs as it is to other businesses. Regardless of industry, consumers become loyal fans when a company can deliver an outstanding customer experience. This content series explores techniques that MLB® is using to deepen its relationship with fans. CohnReznick also shares ideas on integrating technology and a “customer first” mindset to provide richer, more interactive experiences that drive growth.

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CohnReznick & Major League Baseball®

CohnReznick is proud to collaborate with Major League Baseball to reveal, explore, and celebrate the business behind the game we love. Examine the strategic issues franchises tackle on and off the field in two video series – - The Business of Baseball and Front Office Focus . Businesses of every kind face similar strategic and leadership issues every day. Explore our in-depth content to help you gain business building ideas from CohnReznick’s bench of seasoned pros.

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Business of Food

MLB ® fans have a variety of new food and beverage options, making their game day experience a culinary one as well. Business of Food looks at innovative strategies that are transforming the restaurant industry – both inside and outside of the ballpark. This unique content series showcases ideas from baseball’s leading hospitality innovators, and our own team, to help your hospitality business drive growth and customer loyalty.

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Opportunity Zones

New Markets Tax Credits

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