Founder & President

Anmol Mehra is the Founder of AusBos Social Housing and a seasoned housing investor in Austin, Texas, specializing in high-density, mixed-income communities. He also co-founded Plugin House, an innovative modular, low-cost, quick-build home for urban infill and humanitarian housing. Before pivoting to real estate, Anmol spent 15 years as an equity research analyst and portfolio manager at Fidelity Investments in Boston. Anmol is a board member and advisor to numerous nonprofit and impact-oriented organizations in the fields of arts, anti-racism, urban planning, and impact investing. He was named an Axios Austin Power Player in 2022. He holds an undergraduate degree in Mathematics and an MBA from The University of Texas at Austin and an MPA from Harvard University.

Principal

Jason Thompkins has over twenty years of experience in mixed-use and multifamily development and brings a wealth of knowledge to the team, having managed multiple large-scale projects totaling over $1.17 billion in development costs. His background includes leadership roles in various Austin-based firms, where he has been instrumental in establishing and advancing multifamily and mixed-use product development. Jason’s expertise spans site acquisition, entitlement, zoning negotiations, and capital syndication, making him a key figure in delivering high-quality, sustainable housing solutions. He holds an undergraduate degree from Vanderbilt University and an MBA in Real Estate Finance from The University of Texas at Austin.

Executive VP of Development

Lauren Hartnett joined AusBos Social Housing in 2023, where she leverages her expertise in land use to promote equitable and sustainable housing. During her tenure as Policy Director for Austin City Council District 1, she garnered invaluable experience navigating Austin’s Land Development Code. She also spearheaded the creation of the Equitable Transit Oriented Policy Plan and secured significant community benefits through development projects in the District. Now with Aus/Bos, Lauren applies her deep understanding of Austin’s land development landscape to create accessible housing. Guided by her belief that housing significantly impacts educational, health, and economic outcomes, she is committed to advancing AusBos Social Housing’s mission of building inclusive and affordable communities. She holds an undergraduate degree in Geology from The University of Texas at Austin.

Project Manager

Holly Hodge joined AusBos Social Housing in 2024, bringing experience in housing policy and research. She previously served as an AmeriCorps VISTA with the City of Salinas and contributed to housing innovation efforts with Plugin House, the City of Boston, and through research at Harvard University. As a project manager. She holds undergraduate degrees in Urban Studies, Philosophy, and Neuroscience from The University of Texas at Austin and a master’s degree in Urban Planning from Harvard University.