Vera Institute of Justice

Karim Hutson is the president and CEO of Genesis Companies, a top multifamily developer he founded in 2004. A leader in affordable housing development, Hutson brings more than 20 years of experience in development, finance, and asset management to foster sustainable communities. Under Karim's leadership, Genesis has completed more than $1 billion in development activity, showcasing his expertise as an urban real estate investor dedicated to creating and preserving mixed-income communities in underserved neighborhoods. Karim has been honored as a Notable Black Leader by Crain’s New York Business. He actively contributes to various nonprofit and civic organizations, including the Harvard Divinity School Dean's Council, the NYC Independent Budget Office, the Vera Institute of Justice, and the Citizen Budget Commission. Karim has served on the boards of The Dalton School and Habitat for Humanity NYC. He holds a B.A. in Economics and Philosophy from Amherst College, an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School, and an M.T.S. from Harvard Divinity School.