Homer's career in real estate development has spanned more than thirty years. As chairman of WDD, Mr. Williams is a driving force behind the Pearl District, South Waterfront and downtown Los Angeles development projects. Homer has been instrumental in forging partnerships, such as the South Waterfront Central District partnership between North Macadam Investors, Oregon Health and Science University and the City of Portland, which has led to the largest urban development in Oregon state's history. Homer sits on the boards of the River District Steering Committee and the Marylhurst College Advisory Board. He was born in Walla Walla, WA, and raised in La Grande and Portland, OR.