John L. Tishman

1926–2016 (age 90)

real estate developer

Biography

John L. Tishman's vision shaped the New York skyline and beyond through Tishman Realty, where his leadership guided the development of iconic civic and commercial landmarks while always insisting on thoughtful collaboration with architects and communities.

He believed that building great projects meant building great relationships, and his steady hand on philanthropic boards reflected a lifelong commitment to the cities his firm helped transform.

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