Alisa Cota

Vice President of Development, Azure Development

Professional Overview

Alisa Cota is an accomplished real estate development professional with over 15 years of experience in the industry. As the Vice President of Development at Azure Development, she is responsible for overseeing complex multifamily and mixed-use projects, managing cross-functional teams, and driving strategic growth initiatives. Alisa's expertise spans project management, community planning, stakeholder engagement, and real estate operations.

Experience Summary

Current Role

As the Vice President of Development at Azure Development, Alisa is responsible for leading the company's development efforts, including project planning, feasibility analysis, entitlement processing, and construction oversight. She has successfully delivered several high-profile projects that have contributed to the revitalization of urban neighborhoods. Alisa's strategic vision and collaborative approach have earned her recognition as a respected leader in the industry.

Career Progression

Prior to her current role, Alisa held various leadership positions in the real estate and community development sectors. As the Designated Broker and Development Manager at Neighborhood Housing Services of the Inland Empire, she spearheaded the organization's affordable housing initiatives and fostered strong partnerships with local government agencies and community stakeholders. Alisa's earlier experience as a Project Manager at Sidekick Home and a Leasing Consultant at Waypoint Homes provided her with a well-rounded understanding of real estate operations and customer-centric service delivery.

Academic Background

Alisa holds a Master's degree in City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning from the USC Sol Price School of Public Policy, where she specialized in sustainable development and community engagement. She also earned a Bachelor's degree in American Studies from California State University-Fullerton and a minor in Spanish Language and Literature from Universidad de Costa Rica.

Areas of Expertise

• Real estate development and project management

• Urban planning and community development

• Stakeholder engagement and public-private partnerships

• Affordable housing and mixed-use development

• Strategic planning and growth initiatives

• Cross-functional team leadership and collaboration

Professional Impact

Under Alisa's leadership, Azure Development has successfully delivered several award-winning mixed-use projects that have revitalized underserved neighborhoods and provided much-needed affordable housing options. She has also served on the Board of Directors for the South Coast Air Quality Management District, where she has advocated for sustainable development practices and environmental justice initiatives.

Conclusion

Alisa Cota's extensive experience, strong academic background, and proven track record of success make her a valuable asset to Azure Development. Her strategic vision, collaborative approach, and commitment to sustainable development position her as a respected leader in the real estate industry. Alisa is dedicated to driving positive change and creating vibrant, inclusive communities through her work.