In his role as Chairman of Urban Innovations, Howard has the responsibility for acquisition and development, financial analysis and negotiation of major transactions. Howard is a founding member of the company with over 25 years of experience in real estate, architecture and construction.

Howard is formally trained as a architect with a B.A. from Harvard and a Masters in Architecture from the University of California at Berkeley. He is active on the boards of the Lawson House YMCA and Archeworks.

“The most satisfying part is to know that we have made a difference. The people of UI are consummate professionals, the best in the business. We led redevelopment of River North into a vibrant neighborhood. We continue to earn loyalty from our commercial tenants by providing exceptional service regardless of circumstance. And we continue to innovate. Today we are redefining the affordable senior housing business--renovating buildings and upgrading services for senior residents that would otherwise be left behind.”