Community Growth Partners was founded to bridge the gap between municipalities, developers, and contractors—bringing strategic insight to every phase of the development process. With decades of combined experience in economic development, construction, and workforce training, we help communities grow smarter, stronger, and more equitably.

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Our expertise spans public-private partnerships, project management, workforce training, and housing innovation. We work alongside public agencies, private firms, and small businesses to turn bold ideas into impactful, community-first results.

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Robert Gilchrist brings a unique blend of leadership in city government, banking, nonprofit management, and development consulting. His experience spans public service roles such as Director of Public Safety and Service and Commissioner of Economic Development, as well as executive leadership in financial institutions and community action agencies.​

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Whether you're building infrastructure, developing housing, or expanding contractor capacity, Community Growth Partners offers the experience, relationships, and strategy to move your vision forward.