Episode
Constructing a Vibrant Community with Fred Weitz
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- Legacy Leavers
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- Sep 3, 2025
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- 2091
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Summary
In this episode of Legacy Leavers, we are honored to welcome a long-time friend and mentor, Fred Weitz. As you’ll hear today, Fred is a man of great vision whose contributions have shaped the landscape of Des Moines and beyond. Professionally, Fred Weitz served as the CEO of The Weitz Company from 1974 to 1995, a period during which he guided the company through transformative growth. Under his leadership, The Weitz Company became well-known as a pioneer in the construction and management of retirement communities. Beyond his professional achievements, Fred is deeply connected to the natural beauty of Iowa and beyond. Having grown up exploring the woodlands on the southwest edge of Des Moines, he later sought to provide similar experiences for his own family, finding solace in a family home along the banks of the Raccoon River in West Des Moines. Fred’s dedication to innovation, community, and the environment makes him a true legacy leaver and I can’t wait for you to hear his story in his own words. Links from the Episode The Weitz Company Cranbrook School MIT Harvard Business School Des Moines Civic Center