Hillwood, a Perot company and a leading industrial real estate developer, announced that Ryan Baumgartner has been named Senior Vice President and Market Leader for Houston. In this role, Baumgartner will lead Hillwood’s local operations, advancing the company’s development pipeline and reinforcing its long-standing commitment to one of the nation’s most resilient industrial markets.
“Hillwood’s success is built on consistent execution, deep market insight and long-term partnerships,” said Toby Rogers, executive vice president and West Region leader at Hillwood. “Houston remains a cornerstone of Hillwood’s strategy. With Ryan at the helm, we’re reinforcing our commitment to expanding our portfolio in the market.”
Baumgartner will oversee land acquisitions, leasing, marketing and business development efforts across Houston and surrounding areas. Previously a Vice President at Transwestern Development Company and Vigavi Realty, he has led development initiatives for more than 1.5 million square feet and supported capital strategy, construction, leasing and financial analysis for an additional 4 million square feet.
“Hillwood has a legacy of delivering for customers and communities,” Baumgartner said. “Houston’s scale and energy make it one of the most dynamic industrial markets in the country. I’m excited to lead the next phase of Hillwood’s growth here.”
Baumgartner holds a Master of Business Administration from the Jones Graduate School of Business at Rice University and a Bachelor of Science from the Cockrell School of Engineering at the University of Texas at Austin.
Hillwood continues to expand its national footprint with a focus on speed, consistency, and market intelligence across every phase of development. The company’s Houston leadership announcement underscores its local presence and long-term investment in high-growth logistics corridors.
