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Passionate about preserving the character of Carmel.

Equipped with the expertise we need.

Deeply invested in the future of Carmel.

Preserving Carmel for the next generation

I’m passionate about preserving the charm and natural beauty of Carmel. I was born and raised on Martha’s Vineyard, so I understand the vigilance that it takes to keep a place like this special.

 

From my time in Teach for America, to my service on local boards and commissions, to my current work as a social impact investor, giving back to my community has been the common theme of my career. I have experience in real estate private equity, nonprofit management, and housing, and as we grapple with a torrent of new state housing laws, we need someone looking out for Carmel on the City Council who is fluent on these issues.

 

My wife, Meghan, is a Carmel High grad, and her mother was a teacher at Carmel High for almost 20 years. We’ve lived in Carmel-by-the-Sea for the past eight years, and are raising our three children here, so we are deeply invested in the future of Carmel. I would be honored to have your vote.

Endorsements

Endorsements

Former U.S. Representative

Sam Farr

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Monterey County Supervisor

Mary Adams

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Carmel Mayor

Dave Potter

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Former Carmel Mayors

Ken White

Steve Dallas

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Carmel City Council Members

Bobby Richards

Jeff Baron

Karen Ferlito​

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Former Carmel

City Council Members

Victoria Beach

Carolyn Hardy

Paula Hazdovac

Steve Hillyard

Carrie Theis

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Robert Armstead

Wayne Armstrong

Sarah Berling

Mads Bjerre

Susan Bjerre

Ben Braunsford

Kelly Brezoczky

Sally Brocato

Tom Brocato

Meghan Buder

Peter Byczkowski

Linda Calafiore

Chris Campbell

Janine Chicourrat

Terry Coman

Mary Condry

Nancy Dal Bello

Cindy Daniel

Tyerin Dennis

Edward Stryker Duggan

Paul Falworth

Hugo Ferlito

Beth Garnett

Ann Golson

Bob Gotch

Alan Hewer

Jean Hewer

Shannon Hughes

Laureen Hill

Micarl Hill

Nick Jewell

Debra Jewell

Jeff Johnson

Josh Johnson

D.L. Johnson

Michelle Johnson

Ross Kaplan

Terri Kaplan

Brodie Keast

Lynne Keast

Ann Keeble​

Lynn Kent

Ulf Kent

Ernest Killett

Suzanne Killett​

Vinz Koller

Richard Kreitman

Gail Lehman

Michael LePage

Jon Levy

Cindy Lloyd

Scott Lonergan

Ian Martin

Carol McKibben

Scott McKibben

Rachel Miller

Robert Miller

Donna Morgan

Thomas Moylan

Mollie Nelson

Steve Nelson

Ben Palone

Wendy Pearce

Mitra Pedersen

Rich Pepe

Dave Payne

Ruth Rachel

Kristi Reimers

Pilar Rembisz

Ron Rembisz

Marcus Robbins

Graeme Robertson

Joan Robinson

Stephan Robinson

Teresa Rowland

Terry Russey

Neal Rutta

Tony Salameh

Suzanne Saunders Shaw

Sharyn Siebert

Jill Sheffield

Neil Sheffield

David Shollenbarger

Sherry Shollenbarger

Bob Siegried

Mary Smathers

Bud Smith

Dr. Stephen Smith

Joanna Stork

Ned Stork

Cate Taylor

Megan Terry

Nancy Twomey

Tim Twomey

Kameron Vogt

Chris Wagner

Karen Wagner

Mark Watson

Julie Wendt

Kathy Whitehead

Matt Willbanks

Cynthia Williams

Susan Wytyshyn

Mike Zyda

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Meet Hans

Meet Hans

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Public Service

Forest & Beach Commission

Commissioner

Carmel Residents Association

Board Member

Monterey County Housing Authority

Board Chair

Big Sur Land Trust

Trustee

Education

Harvard University

Master's in Public Administration

Stanford University

MBA

Duke University

Bachelor of Arts

From an early age, Hans Buder was imbued with a deep appreciation for small town charm and the beauty of the natural environment, and for the inherent fragility of both. Born and raised on Martha’s Vineyard, where his parents ran a bed and breakfast, Hans’ hometown has many similarities to Carmel, with no traffic lights, no chain stores, historic architecture, and traditions dating back to its founding in 1671. Hans attended the local public schools, graduating as the valedictorian of his high school class, and quarterbacking the football team to a state championship in his senior year.

 

While in college, Hans gained national recognition for leading a relief effort in which he helped to ferry seven New Orleans residents to safety in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. The following year, Hans met his future wife, Meghan, in a history seminar while studying abroad at the University of St. Andrews in Scotland. After graduating, Hans returned to New Orleans, where he and Meghan spent two years as teachers in inner-city public schools as members of Teach for America.

 

Hans went on to make his career at the intersection of real estate and social impact, gaining experience in real estate private equity, affordable housing, and impact investing. After attending graduate school, Hans joined Long Wharf Capital, a leading Boston-based real estate private equity firm (and the former private real estate arm of Fidelity Investments), where he closed on commercial real estate acquisitions with a total capitalization in excess of $350 million. Subsequently, Hans and Meghan moved back to California, and Hans joined the west coast office of McCormack Baron Salazar, a social impact real estate development firm that specializes in the revitalization of distressed urban neighborhoods. But Hans grew disillusioned by the traditional affordable housing model of developing large, exclusively low-income properties in high poverty areas. Inspired to pursue a different approach, Hans went on to found an impact investing fund called the MTO Fund and an affiliated nonprofit called Partners in Opportunity, that aim to break the cycle of poverty for the kinds of kids he used to teach by providing their families with access to housing in mixed-income, predominantly market rate properties, along with comprehensive wraparound support. As a Commissioner of the Monterey County Housing Authority, Hans cannot invest in property in Monterey County, so both organizations operate exclusively in Texas.

 

Hans and Meghan have lived in Carmel-by-the-Sea for the past eight years, and are raising their three children here—Scout, Ainsley, and Hudson. Meghan’s family has deep local roots: Meghan and her three siblings all attended Carmel schools, and her mother taught at Carmel High for almost 20 years.

 

Hans has a long track record of giving back to the community. He sits on the Forest and Beach Commission, he serves on the Boards of the Carmel Residents Association and the Big Sur Land Trust, and he is the Chair of the Board of Commissioners of the Monterey County Housing Authority. Hans holds a Master’s in Public Administration from the Harvard Kennedy School of Government, an MBA from the Stanford Graduate School of Business (where he graduated in the top 5% of his class as an Arjay Miller Scholar), and a Bachelor of Arts from Duke University (where he graduated summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa).

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​Hans Buder for Carmel City Council 2024

P.O. Box 5301

Carmel, CA 93921

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Testimonials

"Hans Buder will be an outstanding City Councilmember in Carmel-by-the-Sea. Having grown up in a very similar community, Hans is passionate about preserving the character of Carmel. In addition, his wife, Meghan, attended Carmel schools and has an intimate knowledge of our Village. Having worked with Hans, I know that he listens well, is analytical, is transparent, and possesses the common sense necessary to help lead our Village for the next four years. I wholeheartedly endorse and support Hans Buder for City Council of Carmel-by-the-Sea."

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Graeme Robertson

President, Carmel Residents Association​​​​​

"I'm honored to provide a wholehearted endorsement for Hans Buder for City Council. His deep family ties, personal and professional background, skills, and insights into our our town's challenges ahead will be a huge benefit to us. He is respectful of everyone and their views, and his research on issues is impeccable. I welcome others with passion for our Village and our future to vote for Hans Buder."

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Nancy Twomey

Board Member, Carmel Residents Association

"I've had the pleasure of collaborating closely with Hans since early this year. Being raised in small coastal communities, both Hans, on Martha's Vineyard, and his wife Meghan, here in Carmel, appreciate and value small town communities, people, and culture. There is no questioning their dedication to preserving and protecting the charm of our Village for their growing family and future generations. 

 

Hans' educational background and professional experience equip him with exceptional leadership skills that we need on our City Council. He does his homework, listens to all sides of the issues, and is consensus driven. Hans is very approachable and is committed to representing us and our community interests. With his background in housing for social benefit, Hans will bring great insights and strategic leadership as we work through our local housing challenges. With the onslaught of State legislation, Hans will continue to fight for thoughtful solutions tailored to Carmel, local control ,and preservation of the character of our Village. 

 

Get to know Hans. I’m sure you will be impressed. Hans is the leader we need!"

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Tim Twomey

Board Member, Carmel Residents Association

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