Akeem Jamal is a rising star in real estate development and community engagement, focusing on the Roosevelt Island neighborhood of New York City. He is currently the Vice President of Development and Community Engagement for the Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation (RIOC), where he has been making a significant impact in a short amount of time.
Jamal’s expertise in real estate development and community engagement is reflected in his impressive resume. He graduated from the New York University Schack Institute of Real Estate, earning his Master of Science in Real Estate Development. Akeem Jamal has worked for some of the most prestigious real estate firms in New York City, including Related Companies, where he was part of the team that developed the Hudson Yards project.
Jamal’s work at Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation has been focused on enhancing the quality of life for the residents of Roosevelt Island. He has been instrumental in developing new community amenities and infrastructure projects, including the Motorgate Garage Charging Stations, which provide electric vehicle charging stations for residents and visitors of Roosevelt Island.
Under Jamal’s leadership, RIOC has also undertaken significant initiatives to improve the island’s transportation network, including implementing new bus routes and installing new bike lanes. He has also been involved in developing new housing and commercial properties on the island, including a new mixed-use development on Main Street.
Jamal’s contributions to the Roosevelt Island community have not gone unnoticed. In 2022, he was named to the Manhattan Power 100 list by City & State New York, which recognizes the most influential people in New York City politics, government, and business. His leadership has been praised by community leaders and elected officials alike, who have credited him with helping to transform Roosevelt Island into a vibrant and thriving community.
Jamal’s dedication to the Roosevelt Island community extends beyond his work at RIOC. He is also a co-founder of Pickleball Roosevelt Island, a nonprofit organization bringing the fast-growing sport of pickleball to the island in 2023.