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.
AI Firm Mercor Lease Brings One World Trade Center to 97% Occupancy
Mercor, an artificial intelligence company, has signed a lease for 25,550 square feet at One World Trade Center, further filling
Steve Griffin
July 22, 2026
