Early Life
Patrick Odonaghue Zalupski was born in Detroit, Michigan, on November 29, 1980. His family moved frequently during his childhood. Zalupski graduated from Stetson University with a degree in finance.
Rise to Success
Zalupski's career began after leaving a job at FedEx in 2004 and assisting his mother, a realtor. He started flipping houses and, in 2008, co-founded Dream Finders Homes. The company, which focused on entry-level and move-up buyers, went public in January 2021, significantly increasing Zalupski's net worth. Dream Finders Homes expanded to operate in 10 states. In 2025, Zalupski led a group of investors in a deal to purchase the Tampa Bay Rays for $1.7 billion. The sale was approved on September 22, 2025.
Key Business Strategies
Zalupski's key strategies include focusing on entry-level and move-up buyers, which has driven the company’s growth. Dream Finders Homes went public in 2021, which helped put the company on the best footing possible for long-term sustainable growth. Zalupski's company builds homes in eight states, primarily in the Southeast. Dream Finders Homes had a record year in 2024 reaching records of 8,583 closings, a pre-tax profit of $438 million, and home building revenue of $4.4 billion.
Philanthropy
Information on specific philanthropy initiatives and amounts could not be found in the search results. However, he has been appointed to the University of Florida Board of Trustees.