The Richest Person in Every U.S. State

Annette Lerner built her fortune alongside her late husband, Ted Lerner, through real estate. Their company, Lerner Enterprises, became one of the largest private real estate firms in the Washington, D.C. area, with a focus on commercial properties, shopping centers, and office developments.

Lerner now helps oversee the family’s real estate empire while also being connected to the Washington Nationals, which the family owns. Much of her time is centered on preserving and growing the family legacy, alongside philanthropic efforts in education, healthcare, and community development.