Rick Tollakson

RICK TOLLAKSON is a business leader, engineer, and advocate for bold, strategic leadership. As CEO of Hubbell Realty Company, he has led the company’s expansion across real estate development, construction, and property management, growing the company from seventy to over seven hundred associates.

With a passion for innovation and process improvement, Tollakson believes great leadership isn’t about playing it safe—it’s about vision, risk-taking, and building a strong company culture. His “Eight to Great” principles have helped organizations rethink their leadership approach and drive real, sustainable success.

Beyond business, Tollakson is known for spearheading six “Extreme Builds”—large-scale community impact projects benefiting nonprofits across Iowa. He continues to mentor business leaders, serve on industry boards, and challenge professionals to think bigger.