Building, Operating, and Managing Critical Real Estate Assets

Hospitality, affordable housing and facilities management delivered through proven systems,compliance dicipline and long-term ownership.

YEARS EXPERIENCE
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ASSET DEVELOPED & MANAGED
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HIG Companies was founded more than 35 years ago by its Chairman with a clear and enduring vision: to build a company rooted in service, integrity, and people-first values. From the beginning, his philosophy was simple yet powerful—put employees first, guests second, and trust that profitability would follow when those priorities were honored through hard work, compassion, and empathy.

That philosophy continues to define HIG today. The firm was intentionally built to be nimble and adaptive, capable of moving thoughtfully and efficiently with changing markets, evolving regulations, and shifting community needs. This flexibility, combined with disciplined execution, has allowed HIG Companies to remain resilient, relevant, and trusted across decades of economic cycles.

Today, HIG Companies is a seasoned, proven organization—tested by experience and guided by purpose. We understand that every project carries real consequences, as lives, livelihoods, and communities are directly impacted by the work we deliver. For that reason, our projects are approached with care, foresight, and accountability, and are executed on time and on budget without compromise.

We are equally committed to responsible development, integrating sustainable practices, green initiatives, and recycled materials where appropriate to preserve the environment for future generations. Above all, HIG Companies operates with integrity, honesty, and accountability. Our word is our bond, and it remains the gold standard by which we measure ourselves and are measured by our partners.

HIG Companies’ mission is to serve people and communities with integrity by placing employees first, delivering exceptional experiences for those we serve, and creating lasting value through disciplined, thoughtful development. We are committed to operating with compassion, accountability, and adaptability—executing projects responsibly, sustainably, and on time—while honoring our word as the foundation of long-term trust and success.

People First

We believe employees are the foundation of our success. By investing in our people, we create stronger teams, better outcomes, and meaningful experiences for those we serve.

Integrity and Accountability

We operate with honesty, transparency, and accountability. Our word is our bond, and we hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards in every commitment we make.

Operational Excellence

We execute with discipline, precision, and professionalism—delivering projects on time, on budget, and in full compliance with regulatory, brand, and stakeholder requirements.

Community Impact

We recognize that our work affects lives and livelihoods. Every project is approached with care, empathy, and a long-term view toward strengthening communities.

Adaptability and Innovation

We remain nimble and responsive to changing markets, regulations, and needs, combining proven practices with thoughtful innovation to deliver durable results.

Sustainability and Stewardship

We are committed to responsible development through sustainable practices, environmental stewardship, and the thoughtful use of resources to preserve long-term asset and community value.

The Leadership Team

Board & Executive Officers

Bhavesh Patel

Chairman of the Board

Darshan Patel

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Versha Patel

Chief Operations Officer

Pooja Mehta

Chief Legal Officer

Aarti Soma

Chief Compliance Officer

Development Department

Vic Ali

Senior Vice President, Development

Mark Rivaldi

Director, Government Contracts and Strategic Planning

Ron Lewis

Senior Project Manager, Planning

Timo Castelon

Senior Project Manager, Construction

Darren McClain

Project Manager, Entitlements & Government Approvals

Finance, Controls & Risk

Tejal Patel

Senior Vice President of Accounting

Cory Zubair

Accounting Director

Wade Abe

Senior Accounting Manager, Residential

Michael Kay

Senior Accounting Manager, Office

Mo Hamza

Senior Accounting Manager, Hospitality

Moe Zubair

Senior Accounting Manager, Insurance

Ahmad Reese

Senior Accounting Manager, LITHC & Government Funding

Maddy Akram

Senior Accounting Manager, Collections

Operations & Compliance

Victoria Foster

Vice President of Operations

Jason Abbott

Director of Residential Operations

Keith Kalmady

Director of Office Operations

Julie Mora

Senior Manager of Case Management

Angelica Duarte

Senior Manager of Tenant Relations

Moody Rahman

Director of Hospitality Operations

Daniel Khan

Senior Manager of Housing Coordination

Ray Abe

Director of Housing Operations & Compliance

Facilities & Engineering Operations

Martin Theroux

Facilities & Engineering Manager

Ziki Thellem

Director of Facilities, Portfolio

Fabian Montona

Regional Facilities Manager, Hotels

Shannon Goodman

Facilities & Engineering Manager

Strategy & Consulting Division

Frank Ahmad

Director of Strategic Consulting

Mark Frank

Senior Strategy Consultant

Zab Ahmad

Corporate Development Manager

Amanda Wilhelm

Corporate Development Manager

Modesta Lilly

Modesta Business Strategy Analyst Lilly

Modesta Lilly

Real Estate Consultant