Latin for “place,” LOCUS is a national network of real estate developers, investors, and professionals, united to advance equitable, walkable urban development in communities across the country. Together LOCUS members work to increase funding and financing for smart growth development; improve regulations at all levels of government to support smart growth; and change federal programs to improve housing and transportation options for all Americans. Learn more.
The LOCUS member spotlight highlights a LOCUS coalition member whose past work and dedication in the real estate sector advance smart growth principles and equitable development. For this member spotlight, LOCUS is excited to feature Steering Committee member David Grannis.
David Grannis
David Grannis is the CEO and President of pointC, a land use/transportation consulting firm. Before founding pointC, he served in local government as a planning deputy for a Los Angeles City Council person, founded and ran a non-profit education organization, and served as a consultant for Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority. Serving on the LOCUS Steering Committee for 14 years and counting, David has played a critical and foundational role in driving smart growth in southern California.
Q&A
The following is a brief excerpt from our Q&A with David: