Skilken Gold, a Columbus, Ohio-based national real estate developer, appointed Gerard “Jerry” Haberman as its first-ever president.
This historic leadership hire comes at a time of significant growth and marks a key milestone in the company’s evolution.
As a 102-year-old, multi-generational family business, Skilken Gold made this strategic hire with careful consideration and a thorough recruitment process. Haberman’s extensive experience in managing high-growth environments will be crucial as the company scales and pursues new opportunities. With nearly 60 projects underway across sectors like supermarkets, QSR, and fuel and convenience, Skilken Gold continues to pave the way for tremendous expansion in the future.
Haberman will work closely with Tobi to oversee business operations with a focus on driving revenue, optimizing operations processes, and coordinating strategic initiatives to boost scalability and ensure sustained success. His proven ability to manage and scale complex commercial projects within family-owned businesses will be instrumental in navigating Skilken Gold’s future growth.
Most recently, Haberman was SVP and asset manager at CGH Ventures in Dallas-Fort Worth. During his career, Haberman has served in executive roles across Fortune 500 companies, start-ups, and multi-generational family enterprises, leading projects in industries ranging from hospitality and retail to sports venues and convenience stores.