Riaz Taplin is the Founder and CEO of Riaz Capital, a real estate investment firm focused on creating high-quality, affordable workforce housing in the San Francisco Bay Area. With extensive experience in urban development and a commitment to tackling housing shortages, Riaz has led Riaz Capital in establishing the Ozone Fund series, which seeks to develop sustainable and accessible housing communities in Opportunity Zones. His work emphasizes both social impact and financial returns, reflecting a deep dedication to improving housing options for middle-income earners in high-demand urban areas like Oakland.