Deanna Chalfant

Deanna Chalfant is a seasoned real estate development professional currently serving as Vice President of Development at Hanover Company since January 2025 and Vice President of Development at Essex Property Trust since October 2005. With extensive experience in land acquisition, entitlements, and construction management, Chalfant has overseen the development of over 3,000 multifamily units, managing budgets ranging from $40M to $336M. Expertise spans project management, strategic planning, financial analysis, and team leadership, with a strong track record in delivering projects on time and within budget while fostering successful partnerships and community engagement. Chalfant holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from UC Santa Barbara.