I’m grateful for the mentors, partners, and teams who have shaped my journey across real estate development, private equity, and mission-oriented investing in the U.S. and India. From affordable housing and mixed-use projects to healthcare platforms and green initiatives, my focus has been to build communities that endure. Here is my biography.

Richard Heapes is a luminary in the field of urban mixed-use development, with a career that spans over four decades and a legacy of transformative projects across the United States. Known for his strategic vision and expertise in public consensus building, Richard has directed the planning and design of more than fifty award-winning "Main Streets." His leadership in major urban redevelopment projects, such as the $285 million Blue Back Square and the $2 billion revitalization of Downtown Detroit, underscores his unparalleled ability to create vibrant, community-centered spaces.