
David Rubin
Affordable housing developer, structured finance executive, and philanthropist
Los Angeles, California
Summary
Structured finance and affordable housing development: Rubin built a career focused on structured finance and financial engineering applied to public and affordable housing projects, acting as a principal or executive in multiple development companies and claiming responsibility for developing and operating thousands of affordable housing units. davidrubinny+2
Philanthropy and educational leadership: He has been active in philanthropy and Jewish education leadership, serving as chairman of Yavneh Hebrew Academy and president of YULA, and described as a major donor and organizer for community and humanitarian efforts. davidrubinny+1
Legal accountability in the municipal bond investigation: Rubin founded CDR Financial Products and pleaded guilty in late 2011 to charges tied to bid-rigging and fraud in the municipal bond market; he received financial penalties and restitution and served as a cooperating witness in related proceedings. reuters+3
Caregiving, resilience, and family-driven philanthropy: Rubin devoted significant effort to his wife's long battle with pancreatic cancer and has organized philanthropic initiatives (including The Gitel Foundation) and humanitarian relief efforts, reflecting a personal commitment to health, family, and community causes. davidrubinny+1
Sustainability and financial innovation: He has described involvement in environmental impact investments—using tax credits for solar and battery projects—and in financial strategies (including tax-advantaged structures) intended to increase equity and returns for affordable housing transactions. davidrubinny+1