Rick Severance

President at Babcock Ranch

Rick Severance is President of Babcock Ranch, America’s first solar-powered master-planned community, renowned for its innovative mixed-use design. With a background in large-scale community development and a degree from Emory University, Severance has led Babcock Ranch’s integration of residential, retail, and commercial spaces. He previously held executive roles at Seaside and Alys Beach, bringing a track record of sustainable, community-focused leadership. Severance’s vision has made Babcock Ranch a national leader in resilient, mixed-use master-planned communities.