John Raymond

John Raymond serves as Vice President at the New York City Economic Development Corporation, specializing in real estate transaction services that enhance neighborhood development and promote affordable housing. Prior experience includes roles as Real Estate Associate at The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey, where management of extensive land and space supported economic development, and as DFI Fellow at the Development Finance Initiative at UNC School of Government, focusing on community revitalization. John also held positions as Policy Director for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Development Associate at Aquinas Realty Partners, and Consultant at Public Financial Management. Educational background includes a BA in International Relations and History from Lafayette College, an MBA with a focus on Real Estate and Corporate Finance from UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School, and an MBA from Melbourne Business School.