Nelson Mullins partner Robert Alfert was quoted in an article by James Moore senior partner, Ken Kurdziel, to help guide CFOs and university trustees on whether public-private partnerships (P3s) are a good fit for their organizations. 

“Alfert’s preferred approach is to bring senior leadership together for a working session with a clean slate. Build from a wish list, not a predetermined structure. ‘You start from a whiteboard, and you’re surprised how quickly ideas take shape when the right expertise is in the room.’

Only after priorities are clear should the conversation turn to delivery method and whether a P3 is the right fit.”

He proceeds to discuss when CFOs and trustees should engage an advisory team, the overall costs of P3s, customizable P3 structures, expanded use cases beyond student housing, and more. 

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