Philip Hagerman started a real estate and venture investment firm, Sky Point Ventures, headquartered in Flint, Michigan. He discusses his $50 million investment in reviving downtown Flint including the historic Capitol Theatre.
Philip R. Hagerman co-founded Diplomat Specialty Pharmacy with his father, Dale Hagerman, in 1975. Diplomat grew to be the nation's largest independent specialty pharmacy, with revenue growing from $25 million in 2005 to over $4 Billion in 2015, recognized as one of the fastest-growing companies in healthcare.
The start-up specialty pharmacy, located at the Great Lakes Technology Center, employs over 1,000 in the City of Flint. Phillip started a real estate and venture investment firm headquartered in the historic Dryden Building in Downtown Flint, Michigan. The Dryden building, constructed in 1901, was home to the original offices of General Motors, formed by Billy Durant in 1908.
The Fenton, Michigan native has taken a large part in the redevelopment of downtown Flint. Phil has invested an estimated $50 million in Flint, reviving downtown businesses and real estate. Phil played a major role in restoring the historic Capitol Theatre in downtown Flint. During the podcast, he discusses his motivation and vision for Flint's urban spaces and economy. #RustBelt #Flint #HistoricRestoration #Hagerman
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