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Editor-in-Chief, The Builder's Daily
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Biography
John McManus is an award-winning editorial and digital content director for the Residential Group at Hanley Wood in Washington, DC. In addition to the Builder digital, print, and in-person editorial and programming portfolio, his accountability for the group includes strategic content direction for Affordable Housing Finance, Aquatics International, Big Builder, Custom Home, the Journal of Light Construction, Multifamily Executive, Pool & Spa News, Professional Deck Builder, ProSales, Remodeling, Replacement Contractor, and Tools of the Trade.
plus any other how-to or technical topicsHome design and construction
Content
By John McManus, John Mcmanus| The Builder's Daily@ Ronny Salameh is now one of the most important strategic leaders in U.S. homebuilding, and that’s no accident. The March 2025 consolidation of Brightland Homes into DRB Group, announced by Sumitomo Forestry America, Inc., reflects more than a realignment of two portfolio companies.
By John McManus, John Mcmanus| The Builder's Daily@ When President Trump announced his sweeping new tariff regime in early April, average effective U.S. tariffs surged tenfold overnight. The move jolted global supply chains, rattled equity markets, and introduced a new wave of deep uncertainty for American businesses. For homebuilders, the timing couldn’t be worse.
By John McManus, John Mcmanus| The Builder's Daily@ The 2025 Spring Selling Season – now more than halfway through – is running on a spectrum from underperforming to sputtering. Despite healthy online and sales center traffic, more homebuyers hesitate, spooked by affordability concerns, economic whiplash, and declining consumer sentiment. Meanwhile, operational complexity is rising, and the margin math is unforgiving.
Company Info
The Builder's Daily
The Builder's Daily is a data-driven media company and digital community dedicated to the residential real estate and construction industries. Established in 2021 and based in Princeton, New Jersey, it provides daily insights, analysis, and solutions-oriented content to professionals across the housing value chain. The company offers curated content on market trends, policy, finance, construction, and consumer behavior. It also fosters collaboration among industry leaders, developers, designers, and investors through a year-round digital platform. The Builder's Daily focuses on addressing challenges in the housing sector by delivering strategic content that responds to technological advancements and changing consumer demands. Its target audience includes developers, finance and policy experts, and technology leaders, all seeking to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency in their respective fields.
Washington, D.C., United States
Founded: 2021