David L. Picket
David L. Picket is the Chief Executive Officer of Gotham Organization. Since joining the company in 1991, David has led Gotham’s new project development business through a period of unprecedented growth. He assumed responsibility for Gotham’s development and property operations businesses in 1998 and served as President of Gotham Development until 2020. David represents the fourth generation of Picket leadership in Gotham’s 110-year history, continuing the firm’s dedication to multifamily housing in New York City and beyond.
Under David’s direction, Gotham has developed over 5,000 housing units and over 1.7 million square feet of urban retail. The majority of the firm’s developments have utilized public/private partnerships, combining public funds, tax benefits, and/or reduced land prices in exchange for the creation of affordable housing, schools, community facilities, job programs, and other public benefits.