McWhinney names new Chief Development Officer

Trae Rigby has been promoted to Chief Development Officer of McWhinney, a real estate investment, management and development company with projects in Colorado and California.

Rigby brings more than 12 years of private real estate development experience to McWhinney and has played an integral role in the company’s multi-use and hospitality development projects. As chief development officer, Rigby manages McWhinney’s real estate development teams and maintains close relationships with industry and community stakeholders. He also leads the company’s development strategy, operations and business development opportunities.

"Trae has shown tremendous leadership and initiative over the past seven years at McWhinney," says Chad McWhinney, Chief Executive and Co-Founder of McWhinney. "McWhinney is fortunate to have someone of his caliber join our leadership team and help lead our company."

Rigby currently oversees the redevelopment process for two historic projects in Lower Downtown -- Union Station and the Windsor Dairy Block (renamed Z Block) between 18th and 19th streets and Blake and Wazee streets.

He serves on the Metro Denver Economic Development Corp.’s board of governors and previously was an engaged member of the Urban Land Institute and the International Council of Shopping Centers.

Contact Confluence Denver Development News Editor Margaret Jackson with tips and leads for future stories at margaret@confluence-denver.com.
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