Bedrock CEO Discusses Plans for Detroit Landmarks

Jared Fleisher takes over as CEO, shifts focus to executing on projects like the Renaissance Center and Hudson's site.

Jan. 31, 2026 at 10:31pm

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Jared Fleisher, the new CEO of Bedrock, is leading the company into an 'era of execution' after years of focusing on attracting businesses and activity back to downtown Detroit. Fleisher, a former senior executive at the Rock Family of Companies, is now overseeing major projects like the Renaissance Center and the redevelopment of the Hudson's site.

Why it matters

As one of the largest real estate developers in Detroit, Bedrock's plans for iconic landmarks like the RenCen and the former Hudson's department store site will have a significant impact on the city's ongoing revitalization efforts. Fleisher's leadership and vision for these projects will be closely watched.

The details

Fleisher took over as CEO of Bedrock just weeks ago, shifting the company's focus from drawing businesses back to downtown Detroit to executing on major development projects. This includes plans for the Renaissance Center, the iconic Detroit skyscraper complex, as well as the redevelopment of the former Hudson's department store site, which has sat vacant for years.

  • Jared Fleisher became the new CEO of Bedrock just a few weeks ago.

The players

Jared Fleisher

The new CEO of Bedrock, a major real estate developer in Detroit. Fleisher previously held senior executive roles at the Rock Family of Companies.

Bedrock

A prominent real estate developer in Detroit, known for projects like the Renaissance Center and the redevelopment of the former Hudson's department store site.

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What they’re saying

“Several weeks into his tenure as CEO of Bedrock, Jared Fleisher is leading the company into what he describes as an 'era of execution,' following years focused on drawing businesses and activity back into downtown Detroit.”

— Jared Fleisher, CEO, Bedrock (wn.com)

The takeaway

Bedrock's new CEO Jared Fleisher is shifting the company's focus to executing on major development projects in downtown Detroit, including plans for the iconic Renaissance Center and the long-vacant Hudson's site. His leadership and vision for these high-profile projects will be closely watched as the city continues its revitalization.