David Messing, an executive with two affiliates of Hamilton Zanze, a San Francisco-based real estate investment company focused on the multifamily sector, passed away last week at the age of 56.
Messing was managing partner of Graham Street Realty, which he joined in 2014 and where he oversaw operations of the company’s value-add, commercial real estate investment platform. Messing joined Paramount Property Company in last May as president and was tasked with growing the commercial property management platform, aligning the company more closely with the efforts of Graham Street Realty.
“David’s contributions to Graham Street Realty and Paramount Property Company were vital, and his leadership greatly impacted the success and growth of both organizations,” said Kurt Houtkooper, CEO of Hamilton Zanze. “His vision, dedication, and innovative spirit inspired those around him and set a high standard for excellence. May David’s memory be a source of comfort and inspiration during these trying times. We extend our heartfelt condolences to all affected by this loss.”
Messing was a 1989 graduate of Duke University, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in economics; he later earned an MBA in marketing from Columbia Business School. Messing lived in San Ramon, Calif., and is survived by his wife and two sons.