635 S. Lafayette Blvd., Suite 113 South Bend, IN 46601
info@communityredevelopment.org
Community Redevelopment is led by a team that has spent decades helping communities secure funding, navigate complexity and deliver projects that change local trajectories. Together, our backgrounds span public finance, economic development, architecture, project management and government relations. What we share is a commitment to the Midwest communities we call home and a belief that under-resourced places deserve the same access to transformative opportunities as everyone else.
Our team brings regulatory, operational and technical expertise to projects that are often tough to finance or hard to launch. We work alongside local leaders to remove barriers, connect the right partners and move good ideas into real momentum. This work is personal. We want to see communities thrive and think bigger about what’s possible.
Community Redevelopment exists to help under-resourced communities and mission-driven organizations move critical projects from idea to execution. We secure the funding, expertise and partnerships needed to turn complex, hard-to-finance initiatives into real, lasting community assets.
We envision providing Midwest communities with opportunity, investment and momentum. Places where good ideas are not stalled by complexity or capital gaps, and where thoughtful development strengthens local economies, institutions and quality of life.
Our work is grounded in partnership, persistence and accountability. We bring regulatory, operational and technical expertise to challenging projects and work side by side with local leaders to remove barriers and build momentum. This work is personal. We believe communities thrive when people are willing to think bigger, stay committed and follow through.
Shawn Peterson brings more than 20 years of experience in economic development and public finance. His career spans senior legal and advisory roles with the City of South Bend, the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, and clients across the public, private and nonprofit sectors. As President of Community Redevelopment, he guides catalytic projects that strengthen communities and accelerate investment across Indiana. Shawn also maintains an active legal practice with Krieg DeVault LLP and specializes in federal, state and local economic development incentives.
Shawn holds a Doctor of Law from the University of Notre Dame and a Bachelor of Business Economics & Public Policy from Indiana University.
Fun fact: An IU and Notre Dame alum, Shawn found himself cheering for both sides during the 2024 IU vs. Notre Dame College Football Playoff matchup.
David Holt has three decades of leadership experience in operations, economic development and public policy. His background includes senior roles with the Indiana Destination Development Corporation, Holladay Properties, Conexus Indiana and the U.S. Department of Education. David specializes in building partnerships, navigating regulatory challenges and advancing projects that drive growth statewide. He also serves as a senior advisor with Krieg DeVault.
Holt holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of Notre Dame and a Bachelor of Science in Journalism from Ball State University.
Fun fact: David trains in Kung Fu, sharpening focus, discipline and control—on and off the mat.
Chrystina Shearer is a licensed architect and certified project management professional with 25 years of experience delivering complex development projects. She has led design and construction efforts from concept to completion, consistently meeting timelines, budgets and client expectations. After years working across the Midwest, she returned to her hometown region to help shape projects that move communities forward.
Chrystina holds a Master of Business Administration from Viterbo and a Bachelor of Science in Architecture from Ball State University.
Fun fact: Chrystina never turns down an architecture tour when visiting a new city.
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