Universal Recovery and Resilience Solutions, Inc. (UR2S) specializes in empowering communities to rebuild stronger and more resilient economies in the aftermath of natural disasters and economic challenges. With decades of expertise, UR2S delivers tailored solutions that combine innovation, collaboration, and deep knowledge of federal and state resources to drive impactful recovery.

Key Achievements

• Disaster Recovery Leadership: Spearheaded comprehensive economic recovery initiatives across the U.S., including hurricane and flood recovery in Puerto Rico, Louisiana, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, and tornado recovery in Oklahoma. UR2S's efforts have provided disaster-impacted communities with data-driven strategies, capacity building, and streamlined access to critical funding.

• Community Development Financing: Supported the establishment of five Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs), enabling over $1 billion in community development financing to underserved regions. UR2S also led the development of innovative financing mechanisms like New Markets Tax Credits, facilitating critical infrastructure and economic projects.

• Broadband Expansion: Secured $50 million in incentives to bridge the digital divide in rural Alaska, bringing high-speed internet access to underserved areas and fostering long-term economic growth.

• Rural and Urban Economic Development: Designed and implemented projects that range from launching the first greenfield U.S. cotton mill in 25 years to founding a salmon processing facility in Alaska that garnered national recognition for innovation.

• Workforce and Business Resilience: Delivered workforce development studies and helped communities capitalize on federal programs like National Dislocated Worker Grants, revitalizing industries such as Florida’s clam farming and supporting economic diversification.

Impact-Driven Services

UR2S's service model focuses on actionable strategies, empowering communities to access federal, state, and local resources. The firm excels in:

• Designing economic recovery plans tailored to local needs.

• Managing large-scale grants and incentives with a track record of securing over $500 million in funding.

• Developing innovative public-private partnerships to enhance community resilience.

• Facilitating stakeholder engagement to ensure inclusive and sustainable recovery efforts.

Commitment to Resilience

UR2S stands at the intersection of community development and disaster recovery, dedicated to creating a sustainable future for communities nationwide. By leveraging technical expertise, robust data analysis, and collaborative partnerships, UR2S ensures that economic recovery translates into long-term resilience and growth.