Focus
Joshua Bussa, CPA, currently serves as Corporate Accounting Manager at Focus since May 2022. Prior to that, Joshua worked at Plante Moran from January 2016 to May 2022, advancing from Assurance Staff to Assurance Manager, where responsibilities included conducting audits and reviews of financial statements, particularly in the manufacturing, distribution, and real estate sectors, as well as managing audits of employee benefit plans. Earlier experience includes roles as a Driver at Jimmy John's and Manager at Boston Market, focusing on customer service and cash handling. Joshua holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Northern Illinois University and an Associate of Arts from College of DuPage.
Focus
As a vertically integrated development and construction company, the places and spaces Focus brings to life mirror the collaboration between its multi-disciplinary teams driven to manifest success. Located in Chicago, Illinois, Focus is responsible for distinctive developments in the Chicago market that value over $2.4 billion. These projects range from smaller, multifamily communities in historic districts to high-density, mixed-use redevelopments in thriving downtowns. Since expanding to offer third-party general contracting services, Focus’ construction division has built real estate projects valued at over $530 million. Beginning in 1993, we have worked diligently to identify, meet, and exceed our clients’ expectations. We take pride in our superior craftsmanship, uncompromising service, and deep appreciation for quality architecture. We have an impeccable track record, proven by our extensive portfolio of completed projects in communities such as: Chicago, Evanston, Forest Park, Highland Park, Lake Forest, Oak Park, Wheaton and Winnetka.