KIRRA KRUSSMAN
Hillsboro,OR
Summary
Vice President–level business development leader with 15+ years of experience supporting disciplined growth for commercial general contractors in constrained, relationship-driven markets. Proven ability to originate and qualify ground-up construction opportunities across industrial, multifamily, retail, office, mixed-use, and infrastructure-adjacent projects by engaging early in feasibility, entitlement, and preconstruction alignment. Brings deep fluency across the full project lifecycle—site selection, utilities and power constraints, horizontal infrastructure, vertical construction coordination, tenant improvements, and execution support—working in close partnership with operations, estimating, and delivery teams. Former founder and CEO with full P&L accountability and a track record exceeding $500M across 700+ engagements. Known for judgment-driven, relationship-first business development that protects operational capacity, improves win rates, supports repeat clients, and aligns pipeline growth with execution realities and margin expectations.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Senior Associate Broker
Capacity Commercial Group
Portland, OR
06.2024 - Current
- Closed/Won Assignment on approximately $30 million across industrial, flex, and suburban office transactions, including leasing, investment, owner-user sales, and land for development.
- Provided strategic advisory services on portfolio stabilization, repositioning, and market positioning, supported by market and competitive analysis.
- Developed and implemented strategic initiatives to improve client service delivery and satisfaction.
President | CEO
Platform Realty Group
Hillsboro, OR
12.2016 - 05.2024
- Founded and led a boutique brokerage and property management firm, directing strategy, operations, and client advisory across multiple commercial asset classes.
- Closed and/or assigned approximately $150 million in industrial, flex, suburban office, and multifamily transactions, including leasing, investment, owner-user sales, and land for development.
- Directed strategic initiatives aligning company goals with market trends.
Principal Broker – LFD | Commercial Real Estate
Windermere West
Hillsboro, OR
04.2014 - 11.2016
- Top 1% ranked real estate and land-for-development broker, entitled four development projects.
- Led and negotiated complex transactions using market, data, and financial analytics to guide pricing, investment, and development strategies.
- Built strong client and stakeholder relationships while improving service delivery and broker performance through streamlined processes and mentorship.
Senior Vice President – Industrial Tenant Representation
Ryker Flint Commercial
Greater Los Angeles, CA
04.2011 - 03.2014
- Led tenant advisory engagements with a strong client-service focus, implementing best practices and accountability standards.
- Developed strategic partnerships and maintained trusted relationships with tenants, landlords, and industry stakeholders to drive successful negotiations and long-term client outcomes.
- Directed cross-functional teams in executing comprehensive market analysis and competitive positioning strategies.
Associate Broker – Investments
Investment Real Estate Associates
Los Angeles, CA
01.2009 - 03.2011
- Analyzed multi-market trends and property values to provide strategic advice to clients, enhancing investment opportunities in multifamily and net leased investments.
- Developed tailored investment strategies aligning with clients' risk tolerance and financial goals.
- Conducted market and financial analysis to identify trends and pricing strategies.
Associate Broker – Industrial Flex Tenant Rep
NAI BT
Sacramento, CA
01.2004 - 12.2008
- Negotiated tenant-focused commercial leases and executed site selection strategies supported by in-depth market analysis.
- Facilitated property transactions by coordinating communication among clients, lenders, and legal teams.
- Developed strategic market analyses to identify opportunities for client investments and portfolio growth.
Project Manager – Industrial Development
Towne Development
Sacramento, CA
09.2002 - 06.2003
- Effectively managed multiple concurrent end-to-end industrial/flex development projects, by prioritizing tasks based on urgency, resource availability, and project objectives, including site selection, feasibility analysis, land use planning, permitting, and financial forecasting.
- Led cross-functional teams to deliver projects on schedule and within budget, coordinating consultants, contractors, and stakeholders.
- Developed detailed project plans defining scope, timelines, resources, and risk management strategies.
Associate Broker – Land for Development
Coldwell Banker
Redmond, OR
01.2000 - 08.2002
- Represented buyers and sellers in land-for-development and speculative vertical development transactions, ensuring regulatory compliance and best practices.
- Executed targeted marketing and negotiated purchase and sale agreements to attract qualified developers and secure favorable transaction terms.
- Managed transactions end-to-end using CRM-driven follow-up and coordinated communication among all stakeholders to ensure timely, low-risk closings.
Project Manager, Assistant Superintendent
Bryan Ball Construction
Redmond, OR
09.1999 - 08.2002
- Managed end-to-end construction projects, including site selection, permitting, inspections, and regulatory coordination.
- Developed ROM estimates, financial forecasts, and coordinated financing approvals while managing subcontractors, materials, and project schedules.
- Led cross-functional teams, prepared technical deliverables including plot plans and LODs via AutoCAD, financing applications, mitigated risks, and maintained strong relationships with clients, vendors, and subcontractors.
Project Coordinator | Field Surveyor
LDC Design Group
Hillsboro, OR
06.1992 - 08.1999
- Field surveying for boundary, topographic, and as-built surveys,
- Coordinated multiple concurrent project timelines and deliverables for land use approvals, aligning project schedules and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborated with design teams to streamline communication and enhance project outcomes.
Education
MBA - Business Administration And Management
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT12-2026
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Thomas Edison State University
Trenton, New Jersey06-2026
Courses - Business And Real Estate
Sacramento City College
Sacramento, CACourses - Civil Engineering
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OregonSkills
- Commercial Real Estate Brokerage & Advisory Industrial, office, mixed-use, land for development, multifamily, retail, investments
- Business Development & Client Advisory Relationship-driven growth, pipeline development, client strategy, market foresight, data analytics
- Ground-Up Development Exposure Entitlement, infrastructure coordination, feasibility, execution awareness
- Market Analysis & Financial Modeling DCF, IRR, ROI, lease analysis, loan analysis, feasibility, market analysis, site selection
- Construction Financial Forecasting Support Budget awareness, ROMs, cost, schedule considerations, financing, risk
- Negotiation & Transaction Leadership 700 transactions, $500M volume
- Municipal & Stakeholder Coordination Cities, agencies, planners, engineers, surveyors, architects, environmental, contractors, owners, developers, economic development
- Executive & P&L Leadership Experience Budgeting, forecasting, revenue growth, performance tracking
- Cross-Functional Collaboration Brokers, developers, attorneys, construction, operations, technology, Human Resources, marketing, accounting teams
- Technology, Data & Process Optimization CRM platforms, AI tools, CoStar, ArcGIS, AutoCAD, analytics, MS Office
Certification
- Certified Data Center & Energy Professional (CDCEP), Uptime Institute - planned, May 2026
- Accredited Tier Professional (ATP), Uptime Institute - planned, March 2026
- SIOR (Society of Industrial and Office Realtors) - designation education requirements completed; sponsored
- Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) designee, CCIM Institute
- Licensed Managing Principal Real Estate Broker (Washington)
- Licensed (inactive)Real Estate Salesperson(California)
- Licensed Principal Real Estate Broker (Oregon)
Affiliations
- CCIM Oregon/SW Washington Chapter (2018–Present): Board of Directors; active service on Membership, Programs, and Candidate Guidance Committees. Optimizing processes, technology, social media, education opportunities
- NAIOP Oregon (2015–Present): Industry member supporting commercial real estate advocacy and professional development.
- Hillsboro Downtown Partnership – Economic Vitality Committee (2017–2022): Contributed to downtown revitalization efforts, helping achieve 0% vacancy in 2019 and supporting nine pandemic-era lease assignments and subleases.
- CORFAC International (2024–Present): Member, Programs & Events Committee.
- CCIM Global (2025–Present): Member, Program & Events Committee
- International Justice Mission (2015–Present): Donor and volunteer supporting global justice initiatives to eradicate human trafficking..
- CREW Portland - Future Leaders Committee
- BNI – Business Network International (2017–Present): President and Vice President during Pandemic (shift to online programs); Membership Committee; led 67% revenue growth during presidential term.
- Youth Sports Coach – Accredited Interscholastic Coach (AIC) (2022–2025): Coached football, basketball, wrestling, soccer, and cheerleading, Glencoe Youth Football & Cheer Board of Directors, Director of Cheer
- Tualatin Ballet Company
- Amateur Motocross Racing - Track, Trail, Dunes
- D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education, "Role Model" Spokesperson to manage peer pressure and mental health
- Portland Oregon Visitors Association featured presenter
- Special Olympics Volunteer
- All Star Competitive Cheer, West Coast Extreme Athletics (now Oregon Dream Teams)
- Toastmasters
- Early Leadership & Athletics, Varsity athlete at Glencoe High School (soccer goal keeper, varsity ski racing team, track & field pole vault (initiated girls' division in the Metro League | 400m relay anchor, triple jump, dance team state champion), Miss Oregon Teen USA | Miss Teen USA candidate (1995–1996), Head Start volunteer.
Timeline
Senior Associate Broker
Capacity Commercial Group
06.2024 - Current
President | CEO
Platform Realty Group
12.2016 - 05.2024
Principal Broker – LFD | Commercial Real Estate
Windermere West
04.2014 - 11.2016
Senior Vice President – Industrial Tenant Representation
Ryker Flint Commercial
04.2011 - 03.2014
Associate Broker – Investments
Investment Real Estate Associates
01.2009 - 03.2011
Associate Broker – Industrial Flex Tenant Rep
NAI BT
01.2004 - 12.2008
Project Manager – Industrial Development
Towne Development
09.2002 - 06.2003
Associate Broker – Land for Development
Coldwell Banker
01.2000 - 08.2002
Project Manager, Assistant Superintendent
Bryan Ball Construction
09.1999 - 08.2002
Project Coordinator | Field Surveyor
LDC Design Group
06.1992 - 08.1999
MBA - Business Administration And Management
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Thomas Edison State University
Courses - Business And Real Estate
Sacramento City College
Courses - Civil Engineering
Oregon State University