One of nation’s fastest-growing multifamily management firms bolsters executive team with new addition
Miami, FL (Sept. 28, 2021) — As RKW Residential’s rapid ascension to the top of the multifamily industry continues, the premier property management company is making another significant addition to its executive team with the arrival of Gerardo Gato as RKW’s Executive Vice President of Finance.
Gato, who is based in RKW’s Miami office, has more than two decades of business experience across multiple industries. Prior to joining RKW, he was the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for Monument Capital Management – one of many companies operated under Alex Rodriguez’s A-Rod Corp. Before that, he was the CFO and Controller for major real estate investor and developer Adler Group and its subsidiaries and real estate holdings.
“We are thrilled to welcome Gerardo Gato to our team,” RKW President Marcie Williams said. “His multifaceted experience in operations, finance and development makes him a great asset. We plan to utilize his vast knowledge in many ways.”
Gato earned a master’s degree in International Real Estate and a bachelor's degree in Finance from Florida International University. He specializes in all areas of accounting and financial management with an emphasis in real estate, consolidations, cash flow projections, financial modeling and real estate software applications.
“It’s exciting to join a company that has grown to where it is now in such a short time,” Gato said. “I look forward to working closely with my new colleagues to take our growth to even greater heights.”
Gato’s hire comes during a time when RKW’s aggressive growth is receiving national attention and accolades. The company was recognized by Multi-Housing News as the nation’s third-fastest growing multifamily management company in the publication’s 2021 rankings. It also made MHN’s annual “Top Property Managers” list for the third consecutive year.
About RKW RESIDENTIAL: RKW RESIDENTIAL is an award-winning third-party multifamily property management firm headquartered in Charlotte with a regional office in Miami, Orlando, Atlanta and Raleigh. With 27,000 multifamily units under management and a growing footprint spanning six states, RKW delivers expertise in multifamily management through its technology, marketing and customer experience platforms. The firm’s principals have extensive experience in multifamily investments and property management including acquisitions/dispositions, developments, lease-ups, stabilized and value-add assets. RKW is built on the foundation of its People First Philosophy, which prioritizes client relationships, employee satisfaction, and top-tier customer service for its residents. Through this, the firm delivers on its brand promise of “Expert People. Exceptional Places” to enhance property values and achieve success. RKW was formed out of the partnership of Rivergate Companies, a private real estate investment firm, and KW PROPERTY MANAGEMENT, one of the largest condo management companies in Florida representing more than 90,000 condo units. RKW appeared on the Multi-Housing News List of Top 25 Management Firms in the U.S. in 2019 and 2020 and has also received numerous regional and national awards. For more information, visit www.rkwresidential.com.
