WeWork Inc. (NYSE: WE), a leading global flexible space provider, today announced that Daniel Hurwitz, co-founder & CEO of Raider Hill Advisors, has joined WeWork’s Board of Directors, effective June 23, 2022.
With more than three decades of experience transforming public and private businesses in the retail real estate industry, Hurwitz will bring exceptional insight to WeWork’s Board of Directors.
Before co-founding Raider Hill Advisors, Hurwitz spent 16 years at SITE Centers (NYSE: SITC) – formerly known as DDR Corp. – serving in various executive roles, including Chief Executive Officer from 2010-2015. Hurwitz also served as interim CEO of Brixmor Property Group (NYSE: BRX) from February 2016 through May 2016.
Hurwitz, who will serve as Chair of WeWork’s Audit Committee, currently serves as co-founder and CEO of Raider Hill Advisors, a private retail real estate investment and advisory firm specializing in areas such as real estate investment trust privatizations, shopping center portfolio acquisitions, mall repositioning, and asset management and dispositions.
Previously, Mr. Hurwitz served as the Chairman of ICSC from 2019-2020, and was a member of the Board of Directors of General Growth Properties from 2013 to 2018, serving as Lead Director and Chair of the Special Committee.
“Daniel brings deep knowledge of the real estate industry paired with invaluable experience leading during times of transformation,” said Sandeep Mathrani, WeWork’s CEO and Chairman. “I am confident he will make a strong impact as we continue executing on our strategy for driving innovation, growth and profitability.”
“WeWork has established itself as the clear front runner in the industry, demonstrating the power of its brand and an enduring value proposition,” said Hurwitz. “With a strong foundation already established, I look forward to working alongside WeWork’s Board of Directors and the executive leadership team to continue driving long-term, sustainable success.”
Hurwitz succeeds Jeffrey Sine, co-founder and partner of The Raine Group, who served on WeWork’s Board since October 2019.
About WeWork
WeWork Inc. (NYSE: WE) was founded in 2010 with the vision to create environments where people and companies come together and do their best work. Since then, we’ve become one of the leading global flexible space providers committed to delivering technology-driven turnkey solutions, flexible spaces, and community experiences. For more information about WeWork, please visit us at wework.com.
