W. Patrick McDowell & Christopher Shear
W. Patrick McDowell and Christopher Shear have led McDowell Housing Partners to the forefront of affordable housing development since its founding in 2019. Under their leadership, MHP has secured funding for 22 new affordable communities, totaling more than 3,100 units across Florida and Texas, and has become a respected player in the LIHTC sector. McDowell, as Chairman and CEO, brings more than five decades of industry experience, while Shear, as President, leverages his expertise in complex financing and operational strategy.
Their approach to leadership centers on empowerment, collaboration, and a commitment to both professional and personal growth for their team. McDowell’s visionary guidance and focus on mentorship have built a culture of trust and ambition, while Shear’s operational acumen and inclusive management style ensure strategic execution and employee engagement at all levels. The duo’s ability to identify and nurture talent has resulted in high-performing teams that consistently deliver on MHP’s mission. Team members highlight the integrity and humanity embedded in MHP’s culture, attributing the company’s rapid rise to the founders’ balanced leadership. McDowell’s steady, strategic vision and Shear’s hands-on, results-driven approach have not only established MHP as a competitive force in affordable housing but have also provided thousands of families with quality homes. Their dedication to both mission and team development continues to set MHP apart in the industry.
Source: https://www.globest.com/2025/09/02/cres-best-bosses-of-2025/
