Early Life
Elly Reisman was born in 1950 and his career began in the construction and property development sector of Toronto. Reisman, along with his brother, co-founded Great Gulf Homes in 1975.
Rise to Success
Through Elly Reisman's leadership, Great Gulf Homes has constructed more than 80,000 homes across North America. The company is known for its award-winning developments, including the One Bloor tower in Toronto, a landmark mixed-use development. The company has over 1,500 employees. The Reisman family also holds shares in Ashton Woods Homes, a US-based home builder.
Key Business Strategies
Great Gulf's success is attributed to a vertically integrated model encompassing design, construction, and sales. This has enabled the company to maintain quality control and responsiveness in the market. Reisman's strategic vision and focus on architectural excellence have been crucial to the company's growth and its ability to undertake complex urban projects.
Philanthropy
Elly Reisman and his wife, Dragana Maznic, are known for their philanthropy. Recently, Reisman made a gift to support new generations of surgeon-scientists at the University of Toronto's Temerty Faculty of Medicine.