George Ronald Witten

TIER REIT, Inc. is self-managed, real estate investment trust, which focuses on owning commercial office properties in dynamic markets. Its investment efforts are concentrated in growth markets of Austin, Dallas, Houston, Charlotte, Nashville, Atlanta, and Denver. The company was founded in June 2002 and is headquartered in Dallas, TX.

The Urban Land Institute operates as a non-commercial research organization. It provides leadership in the responsible use of land and in creating and sustaining thriving communities worldwide. The company was founded on December 14, 1936 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

The National Multi Housing Council is a national association representing the interests of apartment firms in the United States. Its members are the principal officer of firms engaged in aspects of the apartment industry, including ownership, development, management, and financing. The organization also conducts apartment-related research, produces strategic on formation on business-related issues, and promotes the desirability of apartment living. The National Multi Housing Council was founded in 1978. Its headquarters are located in Washington, DC.