About

Meet Cornelius “Lee” Alig—a lifelong Indianapolis resident whose decades of experience in architecture, urban planning, and development have shaped the city’s growth and character. With a Master of Architecture from Tulane and an MS in Architecture & Urban Planning from Columbia, Lee launched his career co-founding a multidisciplinary firm focused on urban projects, then steered Mansur Real Estate Services as principal for over 30 years, overseeing everything from mixed-use developments to historic preservation efforts. His civic leadership includes serving as Vice Chairman for Indianapolis’s Regional 2020 Plan and chairing the Governor’s Residence Commission, roles where he blended strategic vision with hands-on understanding of the built environment.