John A Echols

Founder, Chairman & CEO at The Worthing Companies

Responsible for strategic planning, risk management and major investment decisions Mr. Echols has been personally involved in all aspects of multifamily development, finance and construction, since he founded the company in 1986. He remains an active and integral part of the decision making process for each development project and personally reviews projects through each major phase of planning, financing, design, construction and lease up. During his real estate career, which started in Dallas, Texas in 1972, Mr. Echols has successfully developed more than 50,000 luxury apartment units in major cities throughout the United States. Embracing a diligent work ethic and a total commitment to product quality Mr. Echols has built a substantial track record of high quality successful multifamily developments. Mr. Echols is an active member of the Urban Land Institute (Multi-Family Residential Council Bronze), The National Multi Housing Council, NAIOP, The National Apartment Association and numerous other civic and professional associations. He devotes time to various charities and educational institutions and has served on many advisory panels and committees. In 1972, Mr. Echols received his BBA from the University of Texas, Austin, Texas.

Timeline

  • Founder, Chairman & CEO

    Current role

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