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2026 Press Coverage


Wildcat Management Acquires 7 Brew Coffee Property in Livingston, Texas

Wildcat Management, led by Dallas developer Tanya Ragan, closed on the purchase of a 7 Brew Coffee property in Livingston, Texas — a 15-year absolute triple-net ground lease that adds

Wildcat Management Launches New Investment Guide Website for 1823 Cadiz Street

Wildcat Management launched a dedicated investment guide website for 1823 Cadiz Street, one of downtown Dallas's last major development sites, giving investors a centralized resource covering the site's zoning, incentives,

Half a City Block, No Height Limits: 1823 Cadiz Street Emerges as One of Downtown Dallas’ Last Major Development Sites

Wildcat Management's 1823 Cadiz Street, a 0.67-acre fully entitled development site in the Dallas CBD, has emerged as one of the last major development opportunities in downtown Dallas, covering nearly

Historic Purse Building Draws Renewed Investor Interest as Downtown Dallas Growth Accelerates

Wildcat Management reports rising investor attention for the historic Purse Building as demand for downtown Dallas assets accelerates. The six-story, 65,000-SF landmark at 601 Elm Street offers institutional buyers heritage

Minnesota Grit, Texas Skyline: University of Minnesota Extension Features Tanya Ragan

University of Minnesota Extension featured Tanya Ragan in an editorial piece tracing her path from 4-H member in Olmsted County, Minnesota to real estate developer and President of Wildcat Management

Dallas Developer Tanya Ragan: “Sometimes It Takes Visitors to Remind Us What We Have”

As nearly two million visitors pass through North Texas during FIFA World Cup 2026, Dallas developer Tanya Ragan says the experience has offered an unexpected reminder of what makes Dallas

Downtown Dallas Developer Tanya Ragan Publishes New Analysis on 1823 Cadiz Street and the Redevelopment Opportunity on the City’s Southern Edge

Wildcat Management President Tanya Ragan published a new analysis examining why 1823 Cadiz Street is positioned at a critical moment for downtown Dallas, with convention center investment, Opportunity Zone incentives,

Tanya Ragan on Why Downtown Dallas Growth Isn’t Slowing Down

Despite arena moves, Ragan says Downtown Dallas is still in a major growth cycle — and the urban core’s story is far from over.

As Mavericks Select Valley View, Tanya Ragan Says Downtown’s Story Isn’t Finished

As the Mavericks head to Valley View, Tanya Ragan reminds Dallas that the urban core is far from finished — and still central to the city’s future.

Investment Analysis Released for 1823 Cadiz Street, a Fully Entitled Downtown Dallas Development Site

A fully entitled development site at the center of Downtown Dallas’ next chapter, 1823 Cadiz Street is the focus of Tanya Ragan’s latest investment analysis outlining its long‑term potential.

Downtown Dallas Developer Tanya Ragan Publishes Commentary on the Future of Dallas City Hall and Downtown Redevelopment

Tanya Ragan published new commentary examining the future of the Dallas City Hall site and the broader direction of downtown Dallas redevelopment, drawing on two decades of firsthand experience.

Wildcat Management President Tanya Ragan Says Downtown Dallas Growth Continues Despite Mavericks and Stars Relocation Headlines

Tanya Ragan points to international investment, corporate relocations, and continued urban momentum as evidence that downtown Dallas growth remains intact despite national attention on the Mavericks and Stars relocations.

As Mavericks Select Valley View, Downtown Dallas Developer Tanya Ragan Says the Urban Core Conversation Is Far from Over

Following the Mavericks' decision to relocate to Valley View, Tanya Ragan urges Dallas not to lose sight of the momentum, investment, and unfinished potential within the downtown urban core.

Wildcat Management Lists 1823 Cadiz Street in Downtown Dallas’ Farmers Market District, Offering Rare Redevelopment Opportunity

Wildcat Management, led by Dallas real estate investor Tanya Ragan, listed 1823 Cadiz Street in the Farmers Market District for sale. The 0.67-acre Opportunity Zone site offers zoning flexibility, prime

Historic Purse Building, a 65,000-SF Landmark in Downtown Dallas, Officially Listed for Sale

Tanya Ragan and Wildcat Management listed the century-old Purse Building in Downtown Dallas for sale. The 65,000-SF landmark at 601 Elm Street offers investors skyline views, historic tax credit incentives,

Dallas Developer Tanya Ragan Publishes Investment Analysis of 1823 Cadiz Street, a Rare Fully Entitled Development Site at the Center of Downtown Dallas’s Next Chapter

Tanya Ragan published a detailed investment analysis of 1823 Cadiz Street, examining why the fully entitled 0.67-acre site in the Dallas CBD is positioned at the center of downtown's next

Tanya Ragan Launches TanyaOutLoud.com, a New Platform Where Dallas’s Most Recognized Woman in Commercial Real Estate Says Everything She Actually Thinks

Tanya Ragan, President of Wildcat Management, launched TanyaOutLoud.com, a new platform where one of Dallas' most recognized commercial real estate voices publishes direct, unfiltered perspectives on development, real estate, and

Tanya Ragan of Wildcat Management to Attend 4th Annual Real Estate Gala, Invitation-Only CRE Event at Hudson Yards in New York City

Wildcat Management President Tanya Ragan attended the 4th Annual Real Estate Gala at Hudson Yards in New York City, joining senior commercial real estate leaders for an invitation-only industry event.

Developer Tanya Ragan Launches Written Series Reflecting on Decades of Community-Based Work Across North Texas

Wildcat Management President Tanya Ragan launched a new written series documenting decades of community-based development work across North Texas, drawing on firsthand experience in the Dallas Farmers Market District, the

Dallas Developer Tanya Ragan Makes the Case for the Most Tax-Advantaged Boutique Hotel Conversion in America

Tanya Ragan makes the case that the historic Purse Building in downtown Dallas represents one of the most tax-advantaged boutique hotel conversion opportunities in the country, combining federal and state

Dallas Developer Tanya Ragan Introduces Lake Highlands Students to the Real World of Real Estate Development

Wildcat Management hosted 25 students from Lake Highlands High School for a behind-the-scenes look at how real estate development projects are planned, financed, and built in downtown Dallas.

Developer Tanya Ragan Shares How Early Investment Helped Revitalize the West End of Downtown Dallas

Developer Tanya Ragan of Wildcat Management shares how early investment and coordinated leadership helped transform the West End from a fading entertainment district into a functioning mixed-use neighborhood.

Developer Tanya Ragan Shares the Story Behind the Transformation of the Dallas Farmers Market District

Developer Tanya Ragan shares the inside story of her early involvement in the Dallas Farmers Market District, including the organizing work, advocacy, and long-term investment decisions that helped transform the

Tanya Ragan of Wildcat Management Shares 20-Year Perspective on Dallas’ Rise — and the Projects That Helped Shape It

Tanya Ragan shares a 20-year perspective on Dallas' transformation from a regional market into one of the fastest-growing investment destinations in the country, reflecting on the projects and decisions that

Why Dallas Is Winning the Corporate Talent Market: Wildcat Management President Tanya Ragan Shares Insights with SMU Cox MBA Students

Wildcat Management President Tanya Ragan addressed MBA students at SMU Cox School of Business, sharing direct insights on commercial real estate dealmaking, risk evaluation, and why Dallas continues to attract

Dallas Texas Historic Downtown Building Available — A Once In A Generation Real Estate Investment by Tanya Ragan

Wildcat Management President Tanya Ragan presents the historic Purse Building at 601 Elm Street in Downtown Dallas as a once-in-a-generation real estate investment combining a 1905 landmark with modern systems

Award-Winning Entrepreneur Tanya Ragan Returns to SMU Cox School of Business to Share Executive Leadership Insights with MBA Students

Tanya Ragan returned to SMU Cox School of Business to speak with MBA students, marking her sixth year in the prestigious Executive Speaker Series and sharing insights on leadership, dealmaking,

Dallas Developer Tanya Ragan Named KeyCrew Verified Expert, Strengthening Dallas’ Position in National Real Estate Leadership

Tanya Ragan, Founder and President of Wildcat Management, was recognized as a KeyCrew Verified Expert, a designation awarded to senior real estate professionals with proven expertise and meaningful industry contribution.

2025 Press Coverage


REDnews Names Dallas Developer Tanya Ragan a Texas ICON, Only Woman Among Award Recipients

Tanya Ragan, President of Wildcat Management, was named a Texas ICON by REDnews — the only woman selected among the top 20 most influential commercial real estate professionals in the

Dallas Real Estate Developer Tanya Ragan of Wildcat Management Shares Career Journey and Urban Revitalization Vision on The Pam Goodwin Show

Tanya Ragan joined The Pam Goodwin Show to share how resilience, adaptability, and strong relationships shaped her rise from fashion and energy to leading historic redevelopment projects in Downtown Dallas.

Dallas Developer Tanya Ragan Named Top CREi Influencer for Fifth Consecutive Year, Speaking at 2025 CREi Summit

Dallas commercial real estate developer Tanya Ragan, President of Wildcat Management, earned a place on the CREi Summit Top Influencers in U.S. Commercial Real Estate list for the fifth consecutive

Downtown Dallas Considers a Neighborhood Without Neiman Marcus

The Real Deal featured Tanya Ragan in a deep dive on the future of Downtown Dallas following the announcement that Saks Global would close the Neiman Marcus flagship at 1618

GlobeSt. Names Tanya Ragan a 2025 Women of Influence Honoree

GlobeSt. recognized Tanya Ragan, President of Wildcat Management, as a 2025 Women of Influence honoree in the Investment Owner Professional category — her third time earning the national recognition.

REDnews Names Tanya Ragan a 2024 Texas Icon: Redefining Urban Development Through Authentic Experiences

REDnews named Tanya Ragan, President of Wildcat Management, a 2024 Texas Icon — the only woman selected among the top 20 most influential commercial real estate professionals in the state.

From Style to Structure: Tanya Ragan Featured on The Crexi Podcast

The Crexi Podcast featured Tanya Ragan, President of Wildcat Management, in an episode tracing her journey from fashion to urban redevelopment pioneer in Downtown Dallas — covering historic restoration, adaptive

2024 Press Coverage


Tanya Ragan Featured on The Crexi Podcast: Women of Influence Series

The Crexi Podcast featured Tanya Ragan, President of Wildcat Management, as part of its Women of Influence series, covering her career path, her work in Dallas urban redevelopment, and her

Community Building One Brick at a Time: Tanya Ragan in Katy Trail Weekly

Katy Trail Weekly featured Tanya Ragan of Wildcat Management in a profile on Dallas entrepreneurs building community through urban investment, focusing on her long-term work in the Farmers Market District

Dallas Business Journal: Preserving Value, ‘Brick by Brick’ — Wildcat Management Sells Historic Liberty State Bank Building

The Dallas Business Journal featured Wildcat Management's sale of the Liberty State Bank Building at 600 S. Harwood Street, a 115-year-old historic structure that Tanya Ragan purchased for $1 in

Wildcat Management Sells Historic Liberty State Bank Building After Painstaking Brick by Brick Relocation

The Dallas Business Journal covered the sale of the Liberty State Bank Building at 600 S. Harwood Street, reporting that Wildcat Management sold the 115-year-old historic structure after a decade

WFAA: Dallas’ Historic Liberty Building, Once Purchased for $1, Sold Again After Relocation and Preservation

WFAA reported on the sale of the historic Liberty State Bank Building in downtown Dallas, a decade after Wildcat Management purchased it from the City of Dallas for $1 and

Real Estate Developer Tanya Ragan to Speak at GlobeSt. Women of Influence Conference

Candy's Dirt reported that Tanya Ragan, President of Wildcat Management, was selected to join the speaker lineup at the GlobeSt. 2024 Women of Influence Conference, reflecting her standing as one

Dallas Business Journal Names Wildcat Management to the List of Commercial Real Estate Developers in North Texas

The Dallas Business Journal included Wildcat Management on its annual list of Commercial Real Estate Developers in North Texas, ranking the firm among the region's most active developers with 286,400

From Wildcatter to Urban Pioneer: Key Crew Profiles Tanya Ragan’s Evolution in Texas Real Estate

Key Crew published an in-depth profile of Tanya Ragan tracing her career from fashion and oil and gas to becoming one of the last independent local investors shaping Downtown Dallas.

REDnews: Award-Winning Developer Tanya Ragan Attending Exclusive Top Brass Event in New York City

REDnews reported that Tanya Ragan, President of Wildcat Management, was selected to attend an exclusive invitation-only commercial real estate event in New York City on April 25, 2024, joining a

REDnews Women in Commercial Real Estate: Tanya Ragan Featured Among Industry Leaders

REDnews featured Tanya Ragan, President of Wildcat Management, in its April 2024 Women in Commercial Real Estate issue, highlighting her career path from fashion to becoming one of Texas's most

Dallas Innovates: Wildcat Management’s Tanya Ragan on Rules for Resilience

Dallas Innovates profiled Tanya Ragan, President of Wildcat Management, following her appearance at SMU Cox School of Business, capturing her philosophy on resilience, adaptability, and the entrepreneurial mindset that has

ICSC Commerce + Communities Today: Women Members Blaze Their Own Trail

ICSC Commerce + Communities Today featured Tanya Ragan, President of Wildcat Management, in its Women Members Blaze Their Own Trail feature, highlighting her path from fashion to commercial real estate

2023 Press Coverage


AIA Dallas Columns: Don’t Kill the Vibe – Tanya Ragan on Gentrification and the West End

AIA Dallas Columns featured Tanya Ragan in a dialogue on gentrification and neighborhood change in Dallas, where she discussed the transformation of the West End over seven years and what

University of Wisconsin-Stout: Two Alumni Leading the Way in Entrepreneurship and Higher Education

University of Wisconsin-Stout featured Tanya Ragan, President of Wildcat Management, as one of two alumni leading the way in entrepreneurship and higher education, tracing her path from a small Minnesota

Bisnow: Breaking Boundaries, Taking Risks – DFW Women Leaders Are Setting The CRE Agenda

Bisnow recognized Tanya Ragan, President of Wildcat Management, as a C-suite honoree in its third annual DFW Women Leading Real Estate awards, celebrating 26 women shaping the commercial real estate

UW-Stout Outlook Alumni Magazine: Leading the Way in Entrepreneurship

UW-Stout's Outlook Alumni Magazine featured Tanya Ragan, President of Wildcat Management, on page 37 of the Fall 2023 issue, highlighting her path from Wisconsin to Dallas and her work as

Texas Real Estate Business: Interface Retail Panel — It’s All About Authenticity

Texas Real Estate Business featured Tanya Ragan, President of Wildcat Management, as a panelist at the Interface Retail Texas conference, where she spoke on authenticity in retail real estate development

REDnews: From the Runway to Real Estate — Tanya Ragan’s Lesson in Skillful Adaptation

REDnews featured Tanya Ragan, President of Wildcat Management, in a September 2023 profile tracing her path from the fashion runway to Texas real estate, highlighting her adaptability as the defining

CREi Summit Names Tanya Ragan to the 2023 Instagram Influencer List

The CREi Summit named Tanya Ragan, President of Wildcat Management, to its 2023 Instagram Influencer List, recognizing her as one of the most impactful commercial real estate voices on the

GlobeSt. Real Estate Forum Recognizes Tanya Ragan as a 2023 Woman of Influence in the Mentor Category

Wildcat Management launched a dedicated investment guide website for 1823 Cadiz Street, one of downtown Dallas's last major development sites, giving investors a centralized resource covering the site's zoning, incentives,

GlobeSt. Names Tanya Ragan to the Class of 2023 Women of Influence

GlobeSt. named Tanya Ragan, President of Wildcat Management, to its Class of 2023 Women of Influence, recognizing her in the Mentor category. Ragan was profiled in the July/August issue of

Candy’s Dirt: Wildcat Management Announces Plans for Mansfield’s West Side and Lists Historic Purse Building for Sale

Candy's Dirt reported that Wildcat Management announced plans for a $150 million mixed-use development on Mansfield's west side and simultaneously listed the historic Purse Building in Downtown Dallas for sale,

Dallas Morning News: History for the Taking — The Purse Building and Dallas’ West End

The Dallas Morning News featured the historic Purse Building and the West End in an April 2023 piece examining the district's transformation and the opportunity represented by the Purse Building's

The Real Deal: Historic Dallas Buildings Hit the Market — Purse Building Listed for Sale

The Real Deal reported that Wildcat Management listed the historic Purse Building at 601 Elm Street in Downtown Dallas for sale, calling it one of the most significant historic commercial

REDnews: Wildcat Management Roars into Mansfield with $150 Million Mixed-Use Development

REDnews reported that Wildcat Management, led by Tanya Ragan, is expanding into Mansfield with Castle Ranch, a $150 million mixed-use development expected to break ground in 2024, bringing multifamily, retail,

WFAA: A Piece of Dallas History Where the FBI Investigated the JFK Assassination Is Up for Sale

WFAA reported on the Purse Building listing, focusing on its remarkable chapter in American history — the six-story landmark at 601 Elm Street in Downtown Dallas served as the FBI's

REBusiness Online: Wildcat Management to Develop $150M Mixed-Use Project in Mansfield, Texas

REBusiness Online reported that Wildcat Management, led by Tanya Ragan, plans to develop Castle Ranch, a $150 million mixed-use project in Mansfield, Texas, featuring multifamily, retail, and live/work space connected

Business Insider: Newly Renovated Historic Purse Building Listed for Sale in Dallas West End

Business Insider reported that Wildcat Management listed the newly renovated historic Purse Building at 601 Elm Street in Downtown Dallas for sale, describing the 65,000-SF, six-story landmark as a once-in-a-generation

Dallas Innovates: Historic Purse Building Goes Up for Sale in Dallas’ West End

Dallas Innovates reported that Wildcat Management listed the historic Purse Building at 601 Elm Street for sale, describing the six-story 1905 Chicago Italianate-style building as not just historic but a