Episode 36: Larry Silverstein - Chairman of Silverstein Properties

This week on Generating Alpha, I’m joined by Larry Silverstein, one of New York’s most influential real estate developers and the Chairman of Silverstein Properties. Over the course of his career, Larry has transformed the skyline of Manhattan, developing and managing some of the city’s most iconic office and residential towers. He is best known for his pivotal role in rebuilding the World Trade Center after 9/11 — a project that became both a personal mission and a symbol of resilience for New York City.Larry’s journey is a story of perseverance and vision. From modest beginnings in Brooklyn, he built a career marked by bold deals, steady leadership, and an unwavering commitment to New York. His story spans the purchase of his very first building, the challenges and triumphs of his early ventures, and the defining moment of taking on the responsibility to rebuild Lower Manhattan in the wake of tragedy.In this conversation, we dive into Larry’s early life and career, the lessons he learned from his first projects, and the vision that has guided him for decades in real estate. We also explore how he navigated the extraordinary challenge of leading the World Trade Center redevelopment, his philosophy on resilience and leadership, and the wisdom he has drawn from a lifetime shaping the future of New York City.