Tom Cousins
Tom Cousins | |
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| Born | December 7, 1931 Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. |
| Alma mater | University of Georgia |
| Occupation(s) | Real Estate Developer, Philanthropist, Sports Supporter |
| Known for | Owning the Atlanta Hawks, Atlanta Flames |
| Spouse | Ann Cousins |
Thomas Grady Cousins (born December 7, 1931) is an American real estate developer, sports supporter and philanthropist, primarily based in Atlanta, Georgia. Cousins was a leader in shaping the skyline in Atlanta, and he purchased and brought the Atlanta Hawks to the city.
Cousins is also known for his community redevelopment and his desire to help local neighborhoods. In 1995, he purchased the historic East Lake Golf Club with the intent that its profits would go back to help the local East Lake community. Cousin's model of community redevelopment is now being implemented in cities all over the country through a program he founded to replicate the East Lake model called Purpose Built Communities.