Andrew Cretal

Andrew Cretal boasts over 20 years of thriving experience in the acquisition, development, and redevelopment of institutional real estate, primarily focusing on multifamily housing.

Throughout his career, Andrew has overseen various real estate transactions, spearheading the origination, development, and renovation of more than 3,500 multi-family units.

His professional journey has encompassed Fortune 500 corporations, Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs), and engagements with private developers, underscored by a proven track record of enhancing value and ensuring lucrative returns.

Andrew Cretal is well-versed in multifamily development, both rental and for-sale products, acquisitions, and mixed-use projects, excelling in areas such as leadership, development/construction, project origination, investment capital, and operations management.

His skill set also includes construction oversight, market and competitive analysis, asset management, cost/budget control, contract negotiation, and product marketing & launch.

Education-wise, Andrew pursued a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Missouri University of Science and Technology, further advancing his academic prowess with a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management, and another BS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Missouri-Columbia.

Professionally, Andrew has held significant roles, including serving as the Senior Vice President at ZOM, being the Principal & Founder at Key Street Partners LLC, and contributing as a Senior Vice President at AIMCO.

Andrew Cretal has also operated as a Regional Vice President at Gables Residential and previously served as a Development Manager at JPI, exhibiting a diverse and impactful career in real estate development and management.