James Whelan

James Whelan is the president of the Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY), an influential organization representing real estate professionals and developers. In recent discussions surrounding New York City's housing crisis, Whelan has been vocal in critiquing Mayor Zohran Mamdani's ambitious housing plan, expressing concerns that the proposal's focus on labor agreements may hinder the city's ability to rapidly increase the supply of affordable housing amidst an urgent need for more homes.