Matterhorn Venture Partners (MVP), a Chicago-based real estate investment firm, has appointed Becky Zitella as Chief Financial Officer and Sean McKibben as an Associate, reinforcing its financial and investment expertise. Zitella brings over 20 years of experience in real estate finance, previously serving as CFO at Millbrook Properties and holding leadership roles at Walton Street Capital and Deloitte Tax. She will oversee MVP’s financial operations, accounting, and tax compliance, leveraging her deep knowledge of acquisition structuring, REIT compliance, and tax strategy to strengthen the firm’s financial leadership.

McKibben joins MVP from CBRE, where he worked as a Financial Analyst, underwriting over $600 million in transactions. His background in financial analysis and real estate investment will support MVP’s strategic growth, particularly in investment strategy and valuations. With these key additions, MVP continues to expand its position as an industry leader, furthering its mission to acquire and develop industrial real estate in major U.S. markets.

Matterhorn Venture Partners and Visionary III have acquired a 6.5-acre site at N. Nellis Blvd and N. Las Vegas Blvd to develop North & North Business Park, a three-building industrial project. This speculative development will address the growing demand for small-bay industrial spaces in North Las Vegas, where vacancy rates for buildings under 50,000 square feet remain at a low 1.5%.

Set to begin construction in summer 2025, the project will offer lease and sale options for local businesses and investors. Designed with modern functionality and flexibility in mind, the business park aims to support the needs of small and mid-sized companies in the region. MVP CEO Scott McKibben expressed optimism about early interest, emphasizing the critical need for modern industrial solutions in the rapidly growing North Las Vegas market.

Matterhorn Venture Partners (MVP) and Petra have announced the acquisition of a 100.4-acre parcel in Kenosha, Wisconsin, positioning themselves to capitalize on the region's significant population and job growth. The area has seen an 11% population increase over the past decade and is projected to add 1,500 jobs annually in the coming years, driven by expanding industries like manufacturing, logistics, and technology.

With a current housing vacancy rate under 5%, MVP and Petra plan to develop mixed-use projects, including build-to-rent, senior living, and small bay industrial spaces. This strategic investment leverages the site's prime location between I-94 and Lake Michigan, making it ideal for both residential and commercial development.

Scott McKibben, CEO of MVP, highlighted that the acquisition fits their strategy of targeting high-growth markets to deliver exceptional returns. Noah Swank, CEO of Petra, expressed enthusiasm for addressing the region’s housing needs and contributing to Kenosha’s growth.

Tina Ramos joins Scott McKibben and Matt Kay as a Co-Founder of Matterhorn Venture Partners, where she will expand the firm's network of capital sources and develop investment opportunities. With a track record of over $7 billion in real estate transactions and prior roles as Chief Investment Officer at The Missner Group and Senior VP at PCCP, Tina brings extensive experience to the team. She holds a degree from Yale and an MBA from UCLA Anderson.

Scott McKibben, Co-Founder and CEO, highlights Tina's expertise in capital and investment, noting her crucial role in fostering client trust and identifying investment opportunities. Matterhorn Venture Partners, based in Chicago, focuses on a variety of commercial real estate assets and has completed over $21 billion in transactions. The firm is dedicated to finding high-quality investments that offer significant returns and long-term value.

The Goldie B. Wolfe Miller Women Leaders in Real Estate Initiative hosted its 8th annual ‘Goldie Gala’ on September 19, 2024, at Chicago Union Station. The event brought together leaders from across commercial real estate to raise over $1.14 million for scholarships and career development programs aimed at advancing women in the industry. This year, Molly McShane, CEO of The McShane Companies, was honored with the prestigious ‘Shero’ award for her inspiring leadership. The gala, often called "the networking event of the season," welcomed around 1,000 attendees and featured a matching gift announcement to boost donations."

Gary Nussbaum has joined Matterhorn Venture Partners (MVP) as a Principal, where he will focus on sourcing and implementing new acquisition opportunities across key U.S. real estate markets. With a career spanning over $4 billion in transactions and 36 million square feet, Nussbaum brings extensive expertise in industrial value-add, single tenant net lease, and powered land play opportunities.

Previously, Nussbaum was Senior Vice President at CBRE and Managing Director of Transwestern’s Midwest Investment Sales Group, where he launched their Chicago team. He holds a bachelor’s degree from UC Santa Barbara and an MBA from Northwestern’s Kellogg School of Management.