David Brickman
Adam America Real Estate, a leading development and investment firm focused on the living sector, today announced the appointment of David Brickman as Chief Executive Officer. In this role, Brickman will lead the firm’s long-term growth strategy and oversee execution across its investment and development platform, spanning student housing, multifamily, condominium, and build-to-rent projects nationwide.
Brickman brings more than two decades of real estate experience, including a track record of partnering and transacting with some of the world’s largest and most respected institutional investors. Over the course of his career, he has developed more than five million square feet of mixed-use and residential projects across major U.S. markets and has played a key role in capital formation, structuring joint ventures, and executing complex, large-scale transactions. He previously held senior leadership roles at Onex Real Estate Partners and Skyview Companies. He earned a Master of Science in Real Estate Finance and Investment from New York University’s Schack Institute of Real Estate and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Brandeis University.
Brickman’s appointment marks a pivotal moment for Adam America as the firm accelerates the growth of its platform, expands its presence in high-growth markets, and continues to deepen its relationships with institutional capital partners. The firm’s portfolio spans student housing, multifamily, condominium, and build-to-rent projects across New York, Connecticut, Florida, and Texas. As a vertically integrated owner, developer, and operator, Adam America has developed more than 5,750 residential units, with an additional 1,600 units in its pipeline—representing over $4.2 billion in total asset value.
“David is a dynamic and highly respected leader who brings a unique combination of institutional investment expertise and hands-on development experience,” said Omri Sachs, Co-Founder of Adam America Real Estate. “The combination of Adam America’s entrepreneurial, vertically integrated platform and David’s institutional approach to investing positions the firm to scale strategically and expand nationally.”
“Adam America has established an impressive track record as an entrepreneurial, design-driven platform with deep development expertise,” said Brickman. “I look forward to building on the firm’s success by expanding relationships with existing and new capital partners, growing in high-demand living sectors, and continuing to deliver high-quality communities that generate risk-adjusted returns.”
Adam America continues to build on its strong track record, and over the past six months, has successfully achieved the following:
The firm’s pipeline reflects sustained demand across its target sectors, reinforcing its position as a leading developer of innovative residential communities nationwide.
About Adam America Real Estate
Founded in New York City, Adam America Real Estate has grown into one of the most active and trusted developers in the living sector, with more than 40 renovation and ground-up development projects launched since 2009. The firm’s portfolio spans multifamily, condominium, student housing, and build-to-rent communities, each defined by a commitment to design excellence and resident-focused living. As a vertically integrated owner, developer, and operator, Adam America has developed more than 5,750 residential units, with an additional 1,600 units in its pipeline—representing over $4.2 billion in total asset value. For more information, visit www.adamamerica.com.