
Lee Zieben is the Founder and President of the Zieben Group (ZG), a multi-faceted real estate firm with nearly $700MM in owned assets across the United States. Lee is the visionary behind all of ZG’s investments and is deeply involved in project site selection, design coordination, implementation, property acquisitions, project financing, and asset management. With nearly two decades of experience, Lee has developed and owned projects worth over $2 Billion.
A strong advocate for his community, Lee is an active Board Member of the Houston Children’s Charity and a former Board Member of the Houston Museum of Health. He has also served as Board Co-Chair for Texas Southern University’s Jones School of Business, a Board Member of the University of Houston’s College of Technology, and an Advisory Board member for Teach For America. Additionally, Lee was appointed by Governor Perry to the Texas Online Authority. He graduated from the University of Texas, enjoys snow skiing and martial arts, and is married with three daughters who are active in their church.
Awards & Accreditations
Lee Zieben has been recognized for his devotion to excellence in real estate development and his devotion to community causes. Just a few of his awards and accreditations include:
- Community of the Year for Tax Credit & Affordable
- Hardy Yards – 2021 Affordable Housing Project of the Year, Houston Apartment Association 2021 Honors Award
- Inc. 5000 List of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies – Ranked #952
- Top 40 Builders under the age of 40 in the nation, Professional Builder Magazine, 2010
- 25th Largest Builder in Houston 2009-2010, Houston Business Journal
- 36th Fastest Privately Held Growing Company in Houston 2008, Houston Business Journal
- Best Master Bedroom for a Home under $1 Million, 2008, Texas Association of Builders
- Best Patio Home in Houston, Greater Houston Builder Association
- Best Custom Home Exterior Elevation, Greater Houston Builder Association
- Best Builder Website, Greater Houston Builder Association
- Best Floor Plan Design, Greater Houston Builder Association
- Volunteer of the Year, DePelchin Children’s Center