Steven Roth is the Chairman and CEO of Vornado Realty Trust, NYC’s leading landlord. He is the force behind the multi-billion dollar Penn District revitalization, modernizing sites like PENN 1 and PENN 2. His current strategy includes a pivot toward residential projects, like the 484 Eighth Avenue tower, to address the city's housing needs. As head of Alexander’s and a former federal advisor, Roth co-owns major assets like 1290 Sixth Avenue with Donald Trump. A dedicated philanthropist, he supports Dartmouth and the arts. His legacy is defined by a disciplined approach to urban redevelopment, cementing his role as a key architect of Manhattan’s modern skyline.

Richard Peery, founder of the Peery family real estate enterprise, built one of Silicon Valley’s most influential commercial property portfolios by specializing in high-quality office and industrial developments in Northern California. Known for acquiring and developing strategic assets near the world’s leading technology corridors, Peery helped shape the physical infrastructure that supported the region’s growth for decades. Operating with a low public profile, he expanded through long-term ownership, disciplined management, and a deep understanding of location-driven value. Peery is also recognized for philanthropy supporting education, community development, and civic initiatives.

Miguel McKelvey, cofounder and former chief culture officer of WeWork, is the design-driven entrepreneur who helped redefine how a generation thinks about workspaces. Partnering with Adam Neumann, McKelvey translated architectural training and brand intuition into a global coworking phenomenon, shaping WeWork’s distinctive aesthetic, community ethos, and rapid international expansion. After stepping back from day-to-day operations, he has focused on new ventures at the intersection of design, culture, and entrepreneurship, continuing to influence how physical spaces support creativity, collaboration, and modern work.

Martin Selig, founder and chairman of Martin Selig Real Estate, is one of Seattle’s most prominent commercial real estate developers, having shaped much of the city’s modern office landscape. Beginning in the 1970s, Selig built a vast portfolio of downtown office towers and mixed-use properties, often taking a contrarian approach by developing during market downturns and holding assets long term. Known for his bold architecture, aggressive expansion, and willingness to challenge conventional real estate cycles, Selig became a defining figure in Pacific Northwest commercial property. His career reflects decades of high-conviction development and enduring influence on Seattle’s urban core.

Larry Silverstein, chairman of Silverstein Properties, is one of New York’s most influential real estate developers, best known for rebuilding the World Trade Center site after the September 11 attacks. A major force in Manhattan commercial property since the 1970s, Silverstein has led the development of millions of square feet of office, residential, and mixed-use space, including icons such as 7 World Trade Center, 4 World Trade Center, and the soaring 3 World Trade Center. His combination of resilience, political navigation, and long-term vision turned tragedy into an unprecedented urban redevelopment effort, cementing Silverstein as a defining figure in modern New York real estate.

John A. Sobrato, founder of the Sobrato Organization, is one of Silicon Valley’s most influential real estate developers, building a multibillion-dollar portfolio that houses many of the world’s leading technology companies. After selling one of the Bay Area’s earliest tech office parks in the 1970s, he expanded aggressively into commercial and multifamily properties across the region, creating a dominant privately held enterprise now managed alongside the second generation. A dedicated philanthropist, Sobrato has devoted much of his wealth to education, housing, and community development, with the family pledging to give away the majority of its net worth, solidifying his impact on both the business and social fabric of Northern California.

Jay Paul, founder of the Jay Paul Company, is one of Silicon Valley’s most influential and discreet real estate developers, known for creating some of the region’s most valuable and sought-after corporate campuses. Since the 1970s, he has transformed underutilized land into cutting-edge office complexes occupied by tech giants such as Google, Amazon, and Apple, while reshaping skylines with projects like San Francisco’s landmark 181 Fremont tower. Renowned for his long-term vision, premium building standards, and exceptional tenant relationships, Paul has built a multibillion-dollar empire that underpins the infrastructure of the modern tech economy—all while maintaining a notably private personal profile.