Looking ahead, he envisions developing, constructing, and managing housing projects for autistic adults which reflect his passion for creating sustainable living spaces.
VALENCIA, CA, January 06, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ — Harry F. Topping Jr. has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who’s Who. As in all Marquis Who’s Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all considered during the selection process.
Mr. Topping is a distinguished expert in architecture and corporate real estate, currently serving as the senior consulting project manager at DPPM LLC. His career is marked by significant achievements and leadership roles across various prestigious organizations. Prior to his current position from 1996 to 2023, he was the senior vice president and manager of corporate real estate at City National Bank in Los Angeles. During his tenure, he played a pivotal role in managing the bank’s extensive real estate portfolio, demonstrating exceptional strategic planning, design, and execution skills. CNB expanded into major markets such as New York City and grew thirty times larger during his tenure.
Before his long-standing role at City National Bank, Mr. Topping was the vice president of real estate at Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. in Burbank, CA. In this capacity from 1993 to 1996, he was instrumental in overseeing the company’s real estate operations, contributing to its growth and development during a period of significant expansion. His expertise in real estate development was also honed during his time as vice president of real estate development at Maguire Partners from 1988 to 1993, where he led numerous high-profile projects, such as Two Commerce Square in Philadelphia, PA.
Mr. Topping’s career began with a notable achievement at Perini Land and Development Company, where he managed a complex development project in San Francisco involving the restoration and modernization of a historic post office. His adept handling of challenges and successful appeal safeguarded the project’s financial future, resulted in a $20 million Historic Preservation Tax Credit, and showcased one of his most significant achievements in his burgeoning career. Additionally, he founded and chaired the Graduate Business School Real Estate Group at The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, advancing the importance of real estate at this elite business school.
His professional journey was complemented by memberships in industry-related organizations such as CoreNet Global, where he served as chapter chairperson from 2003 to 2007. Mr. Topping’s contributions to the field have been recognized with several prestigious awards, including the CoreNet Global Southern California Corporate Real Estate Executive of the Year and the CoreNet Global CRE Leadership Excellence award.
In addition to his professional accomplishments, Mr. Topping has been actively involved in civic and non-profit associations. He is a member of the Relationship Development Committee for Autism Speaks Inc. In 2009 he founded the Topping Brothers Invitational benefiting Autism Speaks and was chairperson from 2009 to 2014. Additionally, from 2009 to 2022 he was chairperson of the board of trustees and board of governors for the Ronald McDonald House Los Angeles. His dedication to community service is further exemplified by his co-chair role for the Southern California Chapter of IDRC from 2001 to 2003.
Mr. Topping’s educational background includes an MBA in finance and marketing from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, a Master of Architecture degree from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in 1979, and a Bachelor of Architecture with honors from the same institution in 1973. He is a licensed architect, which has significantly contributed to his success in both architecture and corporate real estate.
Mr. Topping attributes much of his success to the impressive achievements of his parents and grandparents, particularly drawing wisdom from both of his grandfathers overcoming adversity on their road to success. Outside of his professional life, he enjoys playing golf and baseball with his family, which includes his wife and their three sons. Looking ahead, he envisions developing, constructing, and managing housing projects for autistic adults which reflect his passion for creating sustainable living spaces.
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