Young Leader Spotlight: Sean Donahue

Meet Sean Donahue! Our city has been home to this Atlanta native and Georgia Tech grad for his entire life. However, it was his career as an Asset Manager with TriMont Real Estate advisors that led him to ULI. We hope you enjoy getting to know more about Sean!

What led you to pursue your career path?

Observing architecture and construction progress has always had me interested in real estate.  When I came to grips with my lack of any artistic ability whatsoever, I decided the finance side of the equation would have to suffice.

What made you decide to get involved in ULI?

I decided to get involved in ULI when I realized that I had deeper knowledge of markets 2,000 miles away than I did of the Atlanta market.  My work doesn’t lend itself much to involvement in the local real estate arena, and as a native Atlantan, I decided I wanted to start discussing what’s happening here with the people who are making it happen.

What issue is ULI tackling that is of particular importance to you?

New urbanism.  As an intown resident of this sprawling city, I’d love to see the principles of this movement take hold.  I think it’s vital to the economic future of the Atlanta region.

What would you tell others wanting to get involved as a young leader?

Jump in with both feet.  You will meet, influence, and be influenced by an incredibly broad spectrum of people.  I haven’t yet taken advantage of YLG nearly as much as I should, but my involvement thus far has been very enriching.

How do you like to spend your time outside of work + ULI?

Most of my leisure time is spent enjoying the Grant Park neighborhood (eating, socializing, running, and swimming) with my wife and 2-month old son.  I’m also a big Atlanta sports fan, so every season of the year presents a different distraction.