gdhcc Board of Directors

Amanda Moreno-Lake
President of Redevelopment
Jim Lake Companies
2025 GDHCC Chairwoman
Amanda Moreno-Lake is a visionary force in Dallas-Fort Worth's real estate and construction arena, renowned for transforming communities and driving economic empowerment. As President of Redevelopment at Jim Lake Companies and Founder & CEO of Moreno-Lake Redevelopment and Lake Moreno Partners, LLC, she expertly navigates complex projects from conception to completion. Her leadership spans managing over 3.5 million square feet of property, securing vital equity, and collaborating with municipalities to realize ambitious revitalization plans.
From spearheading the successful redevelopment of Waxahachie's downtown square to current projects in Ennis and Cedar Hill, Moreno-Lake's impact is tangible. Notable ventures like The Oak Cliff Tower and innovative developments in the Bishop Arts District showcase her commitment to blending historic preservation with modern community needs. She doesn't just build structures; she cultivates vibrant, community-focused spaces.
Beyond her corporate roles, Moreno-Lake champions economic opportunity as Chairwoman of the Greater Dallas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. She is deeply engaged in her community by serving on the board of Harmony Bank, UNT Dallas Foundation, and the Dallas Arboretum. Her past leadership on the DART Board further highlights her dedication to public service and strategic infrastructure development.
Recognized as a DCEO Dallas 500 recipient, a DFW Real Estate Review Place-maker, and celebrated in publications like D Magazine and Bisnow, Amanda Moreno-Lake embodies leadership. She is more than a real estate developer; she is a catalyst for positive change, building not just buildings, but stronger, more vibrant communities.
President of Redevelopment
Jim Lake Companies
2025 GDHCC Chairwoman
Amanda Moreno-Lake is a visionary force in Dallas-Fort Worth's real estate and construction arena, renowned for transforming communities and driving economic empowerment. As President of Redevelopment at Jim Lake Companies and Founder & CEO of Moreno-Lake Redevelopment and Lake Moreno Partners, LLC, she expertly navigates complex projects from conception to completion. Her leadership spans managing over 3.5 million square feet of property, securing vital equity, and collaborating with municipalities to realize ambitious revitalization plans.
From spearheading the successful redevelopment of Waxahachie's downtown square to current projects in Ennis and Cedar Hill, Moreno-Lake's impact is tangible. Notable ventures like The Oak Cliff Tower and innovative developments in the Bishop Arts District showcase her commitment to blending historic preservation with modern community needs. She doesn't just build structures; she cultivates vibrant, community-focused spaces.
Beyond her corporate roles, Moreno-Lake champions economic opportunity as Chairwoman of the Greater Dallas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. She is deeply engaged in her community by serving on the board of Harmony Bank, UNT Dallas Foundation, and the Dallas Arboretum. Her past leadership on the DART Board further highlights her dedication to public service and strategic infrastructure development.
Recognized as a DCEO Dallas 500 recipient, a DFW Real Estate Review Place-maker, and celebrated in publications like D Magazine and Bisnow, Amanda Moreno-Lake embodies leadership. She is more than a real estate developer; she is a catalyst for positive change, building not just buildings, but stronger, more vibrant communities.