Laura Brudzynski, President and Chief Executive Officer of Archway Communities, stepped into leadership with the confidence of someone who understands both the complexity of systems and the humanity behind them. Her appointment followed a deliberate transition, underscored by transparency, mutual trust, and vision. What began as her role in operations has evolved into a statewide commitment to reimagine affordable housing—not only through buildings but through lives changed.
In just three years, Archway Communities added 600 affordable homes to its portfolio—a feat that reflects not only growth but intention. From revitalizing former college dormitories into family residences to launching the nation’s first Renter Wealth Creation Fund in Arvada, Brudzynski has leaned into opportunity with resolve. Her efforts are not bound to unit counts or completion dates—they’re tied to outcomes, relationships, and the promise that safe, affordable housing is the cornerstone of a thriving life.
Brudzynski’s passion was forged years ago while serving through AmeriCorps, building homes alongside those who would live in them. The realization that housing serves as a platform for physical wellness, education, and opportunity remains a guiding principle. Even now, as she navigates the higher-stakes world of development, fundraising, and policy, she centers that clarity: housing is more than shelter—it’s the beginning of change.
Her tenure as a Second-Year Titan 100 Honoree is marked by not just scale but strategic sustainability. Recognizing the infrastructure strain that accompanies growth, she prioritized long-term financial planning and operational stability. That foresight is driving new business models, preservation of existing properties, and data-informed service delivery for Archway Communities residents. And it’s being done with the community, not just for it.
What makes Brudzynski unique as a leader is her systemic approach. She doesn’t just engage in advocacy—she helps design the systems that make progress possible. Whether shaping policy as part of the state’s Affordable Housing Advisory Committee or building the educational pipeline through Metro State’s Housing Institute, her work ensures the next generation is both trained and empowered to build equitable communities.
The leadership lesson she carries forward comes from the wisdom of change: whatever you’re not changing, you’re choosing. With that in mind, she brings an evaluative lens to every challenge, asking not only what must evolve but what’s worth preserving. That balance between heritage and innovation is what defines her leadership.
When asked what she would master instantly, Brudzynski offers an unexpected pairing: technological fluency and musical expression. The former, to better operationalize solutions through tools like artificial intelligence; the latter, to connect and bring joy. It’s a fitting metaphor for her leadership—equal parts structure and soul.
Brudzynski’s vision for Archway Communities is one where affordable housing isn’t a privilege—it’s a promise. Through deliberate strategy, shared leadership, and community commitment, she’s transforming both the present and future of housing in Colorado. Her impact ripples beyond bricks and mortar into the very lives her work touches.
