David Adelman

Biography: David M. Adelman is the Founder and Principal of AREA Real Estate, LLC. Mr. Adelman oversees development and asset management for a portfolio of mixed-use, industrial and office properties. David is also involved with other investment ventures, including restaurants, tech startups and a variety of private equity investments. While having a strong emphasis on industrial properties, mixed-use housing and office buildings, his experience is broad-based, including land, traditional multi-family and retail deals. A native of San Antonio, Mr. Adelman is known for his vast knowledge of the city and for his ability to close even the most complicated deals. Having purchased his first rental property while in high school, David officially began his real estate career in Austin, Texas in 1989 while attending The University of Texas and continues to be a devout Longhorn fan. He has been married to wife Sharon since 1995 and has two daughters, Katherine and Ally. Mr. Adelman is involved in numerous community-related activities. David is a past board member of Centro San Antonio and is a founding member and former Chair of the local chapter of the Urban Land Institute (ULI San Antonio). He has a strong interest in public education and has served as the Vice Chair of the Citizens Oversight Committee for the $515M SAISD Bond Program. Additionally, David has significant involvement with KIPP San Antonio and currently serves as the Chair of the Facilities Committee. He has served as a Trustee for Temple Beth El and is an active member of the Temple Beth El Brotherhood, a men’s organization dedicated to serving many different needs of the congregation. He is also a member of the Investment Committee at Temple Beth El, which stewards all of the endowments. Mr. Adelman has also volunteered with Habitat for Humanity and Junior Achievement.