Carol Redmond Naughton is the Chief Executive Officer of Purpose Built Communities®, the national leader in holistic neighborhood transformation that advances economic mobility and improves health outcomes. Since joining the organization at its founding in 2009 and becoming CEO in 2020, she has led its expansion, strengthening partnerships with local organizations committed to long-term, resident-centered revitalization. 

Previously, Carol served as executive director of the East Lake Foundation, helping guide the comprehensive renewal of the East Lake neighborhood. She also held key roles at the Atlanta Housing Authority, where she helped develop the legal and financial model for mixed-income housing, and began her career as a commercial real estate lawyer. 

Carol has served on numerous national and local boards and advisory councils and is recognized as a leading voice on community development, economic mobility, health, education, and housing. She holds a B.A. from Colgate University and a J.D. from Emory University.