About Us
A long history of designing beautiful solutions
The 2033 Higher Education Development Foundation is a Texas nonprofit corporation formed in 2017 to support the University of Texas at Austin.
Our Team
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2033 HEDF Team
Executive Director
Ross Wilson brings more than two decades of experience in architecture, real estate development, and project leadership to the 2033 Higher Education Development Foundation. As Executive Director, he leads the Foundation’s real estate strategy and development activities in support of The University of Texas at Austin’s mission.
Ross began his career as a licensed architect in the commercial sector before transitioning into real estate development. His background in both design and development provides a comprehensive understanding of complex projects from initial planning through construction and long-term asset strategy. Throughout his career, he has led development teams on projects across Central Texas with experience in land entitlement, project capitalization, design management, construction delivery, and institutional development planning.
Prior to joining 2033, Ross worked on a wide range of commercial and mixed-use developments, collaborating with consultants, municipalities, contractors, and institutional stakeholders throughout the development process. At 2033, he works closely with university leadership and development partners to advance projects that support the university’s long-term growth and strategic initiatives.
Ross holds degrees from Hampden–Sydney College and University of Houston. He is a licensed architect in the State of Texas and a LEED Accredited Professional.
Director of Development
Daniel Vega brings a wealth of experience in architecture, real estate development, and institutional project management to The 2033 Higher Education Development Foundation. As Director of Development, he oversees student housing projects and supports future developments with his deep expertise in real estate strategy and execution.
Daniel graduated with honors from Universidad Iberoamericana’s Architecture School in Mexico City, where he contributed to award-winning projects, including a development later recognized as “The Best Skyscraper in the World” by the International High-Rise Award in 2018. He went on to earn a Master’s in Real Estate Development from Columbia University in New York City before joining Marhnos, one of Mexico’s largest real estate and infrastructure developers. There, he co-led the company’s U.S. market diversification, analyzing and underwriting over $300 million in projects, structuring a real estate private equity fund, and executing multifamily value-add strategies—including launching the company’s first ground-up project in Texas.
At StoryBuilt, Daniel led the development of a 130-unit condo and townhome project, co-managed a 310,000-square-foot mixed-use development, and helped standardize institutional processes for compliance and reporting. He now brings this extensive background to 2033, driving forward high-quality student housing and future initiatives.
Director of Finance and Accounting
Charles McCall brings over 13 years of expertise in accounting and finance to The 2033 Higher Education Development Foundation. As Director of Finance and Accounting, he oversees financial strategy, development budgets, and operational accounting to support the organization’s growth.
Before joining 2033, Charles was a Principal at Novogradac & Company LLP, where he provided audit and tax services in the real estate development industry. His experience includes partnership taxation, nonprofit financial structures, and tax credits, along with a strong background in financial analysis, structured transactions, and financial closings. Known for his attention to detail and commitment to client service, he has successfully guided clients through complex accounting processes while driving year-over-year financial growth.
Charles holds a Bachelor of Business Administration and a Master of Business Administration with concentrations in Accounting from Middle Tennessee State University. He is a licensed Certified Public Accountant in Texas.
Director of Administration
Holly brings a strong background in business, construction administration, and project coordination to The 2033 Higher Education Development Foundation. As Director of Administration, she oversees daily business operations, HR functions, marketing and recruiting efforts, and provides administrative support for the Foundation’s higher education initiatives. She also provides executive operations support to the Executive Director, ensuring alignment and efficiency across key organizational initiatives.
Prior to her current role, Holly worked on multi-million-dollar commercial construction projects for prominent tech and local clients in Austin. She held roles at STG Design and Swinerton, supporting project startup, closeout, subcontractor and vendor contracts, RFIs, submittals, and safety protocols. She began her construction administration career in 2018 at Harvey Cleary Builders after spending two years in Arizona managing business operations for a large youth sports company serving local and private school programs, as well as children of celebrities and professional athletes.
Beyond her professional work, Holly is committed to community service. She serves as Vice Chair and Volunteer Staff for Rodeo Austin, contributes to Coats for Kids through The Junior League of Austin, and donates her time to various local causes. She is also a Texas Notary Public and is pursuing HR certifications to further expand her expertise.
Development Analyst
Michael Norenberg serves as Development Analyst for The 2033 Higher Education Development Foundation, where he provides financial and strategic support across real estate initiatives benefiting The University of Texas at Austin. His responsibilities include underwriting acquisitions and development opportunities, building financial models and reporting tools, and supporting leadership throughout the development life cycle. His work spans student housing, mixed-use facilities, athletic venues, office, and major campus infrastructure.
Michael brings over a decade of real estate experience with a focus on land acquisition, due diligence, entitlement, and project management. Prior to joining 2033, he managed land acquisitions for the downtown segment of the $1.5 billion I-35 Capital Express expansion at the Texas Department of Transportation and led telecommunications infrastructure development across the Midwest for MasTec Network Solutions.
He is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Charterholder, a designation reflecting expertise in investment analysis, portfolio management, and ethical financial practice. Michael remains active in Austin’s investment community through volunteer work with the CFA Austin Society.
He studied commercial real estate finance at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, developing a strong foundation in valuation, capital markets, and development principles.
Board Members
Sandy Gottesman, Jeremy Smitheal, Nancy Brazzil-Oakley, Brian Smith & Katie Brock.
careers
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