Joe Duffy, Chief Financial Officer of Fairlawn, has been named by GlobeSt. as one of CRE’s Aspiring Leaders of 2026.
This recognition highlights top professionals under the age of 40 in commercial real estate who were selected by a panel of industry experts for professional accomplishments, the impact of their work, and their demonstrated commitment to leadership, service, and excellence.
“Joe plays an integral role in helping shape the platform we’re building at Fairlawn,” said Gozen Hartman, Chief Executive Officer of Fairlawn. “He has helped establish many of the systems, processes, and financial capabilities that allow us to scale with discipline and confidence. This recognition reflects his contributions and the strength of the organization we are building together.”
At Fairlawn, Duffy oversees Fairlawn’s finance, capital markets, portfolio management, investor reporting, and administrative functions. His leadership has helped support the company’s continued growth while maintaining a disciplined focus on financial performance, operational excellence, and long-term value creation.
About Fairlawn
Fairlawn is a vertically integrated multifamily real estate investment, management, and development firm based in Chicago and Champaign, IL, with roughly 6,000 units and $900 million in assets under management. With ambitious plans for continued growth, Fairlawn is focused on expanding its portfolio across Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, and other targeted Midwest markets.
