United Properties names Peterson VP of hospitality and office development

MINNEAPOLIS (Jan. 16, 2020) – United Properties announced today that Scott Peterson has been named vice president of hospitality and office development, effective Jan. 1, 2020.

Peterson joined United Properties in 2019 as vice president of hospitality and residential development. In this role, he quickly made a noticeable impact on the company’s RBC Gateway project and other hotel pursuits. In his revised role, Peterson will focus on hospitality and office development, including site acquisition, project underwriting, design, development and construction. His hospitality projects include the upcoming Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences Minneapolis at RBC Gateway.

“Scott has brought considerable depth and experience to us from his work in the hospitality area before joining United Properties,” said Bill Katter, president and chief investment officer, United Properties Development. “He has also been assisting me with several new office pursuits, and I am confident that Scott’s new role will capitalize on his talents and continue his positive impact on the company’s hospitality and office development projects.”

Prior to joining United Properties, Peterson served as senior director of development and construction for CSM Corporation in Minneapolis, bringing more than 13 years of residential and hotel experience across various markets. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in business management from Montana State University and an Executive Master of Business Administration degree from the Eller College of Management at the University of Arizona. He is an active member of the NAIOP Minnesota chapter and also dedicates his time to mentorships at the University of Minnesota’s Carlson School of Management and several other community organizations.