FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 13, 2020
MEDIA CONTACT:
James Madlom, 414-390-5500
jmadlom@muellercommunications.com
WANGARD PARTNERS ANNOUNCES NEW PRESIDENT, BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Matt Moroney named President and COO;
Burton Metz named President of Investments and Acquisitions
MILWAUKEE – Wangard Partners, Inc. (Wangard), a Milwaukee-based full-service real estate company, announced today the implementation of a long-term succession plan, which includes emerging leaders who will take on key, new roles in the company, as well as the creation of a new Board of Directors.
“The growth of our organization over the last thirty years has been significant, and we anticipate even larger growth in the near future as we grow our investment footprint,” said Stu Wangard, Chairman of the Board of Directors and CEO of Wangard Partners. “Our Wangard organization is incredibly talented, and I’m thrilled to announce the promotion of these leaders, who, along with the entire Wangard organization, will steer the company toward success for years to come.”
Matt Moroney will serve as President and Chief Operating Officer, broadening his well-established leadership in the company’s operations and in the community. Matt is a respected leader, and as President and COO, he will draw on his strength and experience of collaborating with and unifying diverse groups of individuals and organizations. Burton Metz will expand his role to serve as President of Investments & Acquisitions and will continue to spearhead and innovate critical aspects of our business and drive new opportunities for our investors and partners. Wangard begins the next great chapter with an exceptional leadership team that includes many emerging leaders who will help the company grow.
Wangard Partners also announced the formation of a Board of Directors to help guide the company’s future, which is a direct result of the natural evolution of the leadership team. In addition to continuing to serve as CEO, Stu Wangard will be Chairman of the Board of Directors, which will also include Matt Moroney, Burton Metz and Kyle Dieringer.
“Our leadership team, under the guidance of the Board of Directors, remains deeply committed to moving the company forward through the core values that have made Wangard’s success and growth possible,” said Matt Moroney, President and Chief Operating Officer. “The commitment to quality service and integrity that Stu built the Wangard company on will position us for future success.”
Since its founding in 1992, Wangard Partners has grown into the city of Milwaukee’s leading commercial real estate firm committed to excellence in development, investment brokerage and management, syndication and property and asset management. The full-service firm’s asset classes, exemplary customer service and on-site property management sets it apart in the marketplace.
About Wangard Partners, Inc.
In 1992, Wangard began with the intention of being a different kind of commercial real estate firm, one inspired by a true passion for development. Wangard builds for communities, with communities. Wangard continues to improve the landscape of Southeast Wisconsin, not only by developing high-quality, unique properties, but by creating opportunities for job growth to build a stronger economy. It’s
an interrelated operation that enriches the quality of life and creates pride in the local communities. As a result of this vision and commitment, Wangard has emerged as a leading commercial real estate firm in Wisconsin. Wangard Partners is the largest minority owned developer in the state and has been recognized by its peers as Developer of The Year by The Daily Reporter, for the third year in a row. More information can be found at wangard.com.