Howard Hughes Communities announced a leadership transition on Oct. 14. (Courtesy Howard Hughes Communities)
Howard Hughes Communities announced on Oct. 14 that Jim Carman, current president of the Texas Region, will conclude his full-time service with the company at the end of the year as part of an organizational realignment. Drew Davis, chief operating officer of Howard Hughes Communities, will continue to oversee the master-planned communities of The Woodlands, Bridgeland and The Woodlands Hills, according to the announcement.
At a glance
Starting Jan. 1, Carman will transition to an advisory role with Howard Hughes Communities, according to the release. He has been with the company since 2012 and led developments across three of Howard Hughes' master-planned developments in the Houston region, according to the news release. This includes recent projects such as redeveloping Grogan’s Mill Village Center, and developing the Ritz-Carlton Residences, The Woodlands.
Carman also currently serves as chairman of the board of the Montgomery County Food Bank and as a member of the board of directors of the Greater Houston Partnership, according to the release. He also previously served as chair of The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce's board.
Jim Carman has also served on several area boards and was named a Hometown Hero by Interfaith of The Woodlands this year. Vanessa Holt/Community Impact
What they’re saying
Davis said he will continue to work with the Houston team and its community partners, noting he’s grateful for Carman’s service.
“Jim’s contributions can be seen across The Woodlands, Bridgeland and The Woodlands Hills, in the places he helped develop and the team he helped build,” Davis said. “We are grateful for his nearly 15 years of service and his help preserving that knowledge through his advisory role.”
Davis said he will continue to work with the Houston team and its community partners, noting he’s grateful for Carman’s service.Howard Hughes Communities
Carman added he is looking forward to sharing his expertise in an advisory position.
“It has been a privilege to help shape The Woodlands, Bridgeland and The Woodlands Hills over nearly 15 years,” Carman said. “I am deeply grateful to our team members, builders, business partners and residents for everything we have accomplished together. These are communities where people are building their lives, and I am proud to have played a part in that. Drew and the team will carry this work forward, and I look forward to sharing my experience with them in an advisory capacity.”
Another point of view
Brad Bailey, chair of The Woodlands Township board of directors, also shared his perspective on the announcement with Community Impact.
“In The Woodlands, our community expects more than leadership in name alone. We expect leaders to show up, get involved and stand alongside the people who call this community home. Jim Carman understood that, and time and again, Jim showed up. He created long-term relationships and he gave back to our incredible community," Bailey said.
