Michael J. Heller

President

“I grew up surrounded by architecture and construction. I am the son of an old-school contractor who happened to love modern design. I spent my teenage summers working as a laborer at the construction company. Despite being so young, I earned union wages and enjoyed making money on my own. My parents also exposed me to the joy of travel and experiencing other cultures. I was lucky enough to visit many foreign countries and even had an opportunity to live in France for a summer.

From 1978 to 1982 I attended Jesuit High School and made many lasting friendships. My undergraduate college education took me to USC where I studied engineering and business from 1982-1986. I loved everything about my college experience and managed to successfully combine social life and freedom with responsibility and grades. After graduating, I was determined to start my career and my focus was to be a developer.

I grew up surrounded by architecture and construction. I am the son of an old-school contractor who happened to love modern design.

After a 4-year stint in acquisitions and development for a national developer, I decided to get my MBA and went back to USC in 1990. With two degrees and 4 years of practical ﬁeld experience, I was ready for the next challenge. In 1991 I moved back home to work with my father buying and developing ofﬁce buildings throughout Sacramento. This led to starting my own business in 1997 called Heller Paciﬁc Inc, a real estate development company specializing in ofﬁce, retail and mixed-use development.

In addition to my business pursuits, I made a conscious decision to give back by volunteering my time and resources to the following causes:

Big Brothers/Big Sisters
Shriners Hospital
Crocker Art Museum
B Street Theater
Midtown Business Association
Downtown Partnership
R Street PBID

I have a lovely wife Evelyn and amazing twin daughters Maya and Marley who I adore. This is my greatest accomplishment!”