Paul Thrift Honored Among Indiana's Top Business Leaders for Fourth Consecutive Year

Thompson Thrift, a nationally recognized real estate company, has announced that its CEO, Paul Thrift, has been named to the Indiana Business Journal's Indiana 250 list for the fourth year in a row. This prestigious list highlights the most influential and impactful business and community leaders across Indiana, recognizing individuals from a wide range of sectors including public and private companies, law firms, universities, and not-for-profits.

Paul Thrift expressed his gratitude for the recognition, attributing the honor to the collective effort and dedication of the Thompson Thrift team. Since co-founding the company in 1986 with John Thompson, Thrift has overseen its growth into a full-service, integrated enterprise with over 650 team members. Under his leadership, Thompson Thrift has developed more than $6 billion in real estate, including over 25,000 multifamily homes across 23 states.

A notable achievement for Thompson Thrift in the past year has been the progress on the $750 million expansion of Fishers District near Indianapolis. This project exemplifies the company's commitment to delivering high-quality developments that benefit Indiana's residents and visitors alike.

Thrift's contributions extend beyond real estate development. A Terre Haute native and Indiana State University graduate, he is deeply involved in mentoring future leaders and supporting educational initiatives. Thompson Thrift's recent partnership with Indiana State University, which includes a $1.3 million investment for a 15-year paid summer internship program for construction management students, highlights this commitment.

At the corporate level, Thompson Thrift's philanthropic efforts, through its TT Serve arm, focus on community revitalization, youth and education, and aiding those in need internationally. The company's dedication to excellence and community service has earned it national recognition, including a 2025 Top Workplaces USA award and multiple Culture Excellence awards.

For more information on Thompson Thrift and its projects, visit https://www.thompsonthrift.com.