The leaders in the DC commercial real estate industry come from different backgrounds and, in some cases, made their bones and fortunes in other fields. For example, one founded the first television network for African Americans, another was a noted banker and still another has made headlines as the managing principal owner of the Washington Nationals. Yet the common thread among these titans are that they have each put their personal mark on this area through their investment in time, capital and imagination. All without exception are also heavily involved in civic and philanthropic causes that benefit thousands and make living in the DC area that much better. Here’s a look at some individuals who have helped shape—continue to influence—the local market.

 

John E. “Chip” Akridge III

Bruce Baschuk

Thomas S. Bozzuto

Oliver T. Carr, Jr.

George A. Carras

G. David Cheek

A. James Clark

Michael Darby

Douglas J. Donatelli

Christopher Gladstone

David Gladstone

Douglas Jemal

Robert L. Johnson

Robert C. Kettler

Esko Korhonen

Theodore N. Lerner

Ronald D. Paul

Milton V. Peterson

Robert M. Pinkard

Linda Rabbitt

Raymond A. Ritchey

B. Francis Saul II

Mitchell Schear

Anthony Westreich

 

For the full profiles on these Icons, go to the April 2012 issue of Real Estate Forum.

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