Kittle Property Group, Inc. said in a statement it has named Todd Sears, CFA, executive vice president of research, policy & strategy at Kittle Property Group, Inc. Since 2005, Sears held numerous leadership positions with Kittle Property Group, Inc., including director of finance, CFO, executive vice president of portfolio management and analysis, and most recently working with the firm’s property management and design departments.

In his new role, Sears will serve as a member of the senior management team, conducting internal and external data-driven analysis, the company said. He will also continue to direct the company’s design department, focusing on durable and resilient design that meets the needs of the firm’s clients and partners.

“Todd’s fiscal and research acumen, combined with his industry expertise, have helped build Kittle Property Group into the financially solid, progressive company we are today, while his commitment to our values–culture, community and commitment–is second to none. I look forward to continuing to work with Todd as we evolve Kittle Property Group for the future, while staying true to our mission of creating value through real estate,” said Jeff Kittle, president & CEO.