Placemakr, a hospitality and multifamily operator based in Washington D.C., has appointed W. Edward Walter to its Board of Directors. With 20 years of experience as the president and CEO of Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc., Walter brings valuable expertise to Placemakr’s growth strategy in new markets and enhancing guest experiences. According to Jason Fudin, CEO of Placemakr, “Ed’s involvement will be crucial for our continued success.” In response, Walter expressed his excitement about joining the team at Placemakr on their mission to revolutionize real estate with flexible solutions that deliver value for partners.
Older Office Space Competes on Quality and Location in Evolving Workplace Market
The office sector’s widely cited flight-to-quality trend is often equated with tenants upgrading into the newest, most amenitized towers, but
Steve Griffin
September 24, 2026
