Skilken Gold Appoints Its First President Amid Exceptional Growth

Gerard “Jerry” Haberman brings nearly 30 years of large-scale real estate expertise to the thriving business

Columbus, Ohio – Skilken Gold, Columbus-based national real estate developer, is proud to announce the appointment of 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. Jerry’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.

“We are thrilled to welcome Jerry to the Skilken Gold team. Having him on board is a game-changer for our business as well as our clients, partners and vendors,” said Tobi Skilken Gold, CEO. “His executive-level experience leading growth will help us navigate our current influx of projects, strengthen our stakeholder relationships, and achieve our ambitious long- and short-term goals while remaining true to our values.”

Jerry 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.

“I’m thrilled to join Skilken Gold at such a pivotal time. I look forward to working closely with the team to build on the company’s remarkable success and ensure we continue Skilken Gold’s legacy of excellence. Together, we’ll drive the company’s growth today while preparing for the next 100 years of continued success,” said Jerry Haberman, President of Skilken Gold.

Most recently, Jerry was SVP and asset manager at CGH Ventures in Dallas-Fort Worth. During his career, Jerry 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.

To learn more, visit skilkengold.com.

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About Skilken Gold
Founded in 1922, Skilken Gold is a fourth-generation, family-owned national real estate development company, specializing in single-tenant development in the Quick-Service Restaurant, Grocery, Convenience & Fuel and Healthcare industries. Skilken Gold is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. For more information visit skilkengold.com or follow us on LinkedIn.