Paul Leongas

Paul Leongas is a commercial real estate developer and construction management professional based in Park Ridge, Illinois. He is the principal of Axis Development Group LLC, where he handles commercial property development, tenant improvements, and adaptive reuse projects across the Chicago area. Paul self-performs construction through Axis, giving him direct oversight of project schedules and costs. His holdings span the North Shore and northwest neighborhoods, managed through multiple commercial entities.

Paul Leongas began his career in the restaurant industry after graduating from Michigan State University. He and his sisters Sophia and Lydia purchased The Curragh Traditional Irish Pub in Schaumburg, Illinois, and went on to operate locations in Edison Park and Skokie. Paul ran each for approximately 12 years. The Curragh Traditional Irish Pub earned the Guinness Gold Standard Award for the Perfect Pint in 2002. The family also operates Holland Pub LLC in Holland, Michigan.

Paul attended Maine South High School and supports Maine South Hawks football and the Hawkettes dance team. He is active in the Park Ridge community and local youth athletics.