Episode 89 – Developing for the Long Term with David O’Reilly of Howard Hughes Holdings
In episode 89 of the Land to Lots™ Podcast, Carter Froelich sits down with David O’Reilly, President and CEO of Howard Hughes Holdings, Inc., a company renowned for its iconic master-planned communities such as The Woodlands, Bridgeland, Summerlin, and Teravalis, along with its expansive commercial and multifamily portfolios.
David shares insights from his career journey, key leadership lessons, and how Howard Hughes continues to evolve its business strategy in a rapidly changing real estate landscape.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- How David’s engineering and finance background shaped his approach to managing a $10 billion real estate portfolio.
- The projects and mentors that influenced his leadership style.
- The distinctive business plan and “secret sauce” that set Howard Hughes apart from other master-planned community developers.
- How Bill Ackman’s involvement has guided a new strategic direction and a shift toward a diversified holding company model.
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Contact Information
W – www.howardhughes.com
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Carter Froelich hosts the Land to Lots™ podcast powered by Launch Development Finance Advisors. Carter shares how he and his team help their clients finance infrastructure, reduce costs, and mitigate risks all with the goal of enhancing project profitability.
