He brings those to Bellevue—his home, backyard and the city he loves—to create a flagship development. David is the Controller at Fortress, where he is responsible for account and financial reporting for Avenue. Avenue is a hub of urban sophistication and spirit. It’s a bold new development where you can eat, shop and come together. Fortress Development Reveals New Photos of Avenue Bellevue’s “Residences” Model Unit Sep 30, 2019. At Fortress, David oversees the development and construction management of ground-up developments, redevelopments, capital projects and tenant improvements. For the now and for the future. He is responsible for managing all aspects of the company’s projects to ensure successful delivery of every single development. She also oversees income and cost analysis, budgetary and reconciliation processes, contract negotiations and construction supervision. Prior to joining Fortress, David was Director of Financial Planning at Kemper Development Company, the developer and owner of Bellevue Square Mall and The Bellevue Collection, where he was responsible for debt compliance, asset valuation, partnership reporting and cost control. In more recent years, Andy owned and developed several office buildings, mixed-use projects, large-scale commercial plazas and shopping centers. Over his extensive career, Eric has managed the design and construction of fast-paced real estate projects for top-tier companies like Kimco Realty, Schnitzer West, The Mills Corporation, and Simon Property Group. In-depth research coupled with market trend tracking helps us find development opportunities in prime locations with strong metrics and absorption. David has more than 30 years of accounting and financial analysis experience in real estate development, hotel operations, insurance, service industry and manufacturing. Great places to be. We tackle projects with vision and integrity. We are diverse. Great places are ones that feel of the now. Bellevue, WA 98004. Avenue Visionaries. Explore Register Today Register to receive priority information on this bold new development located on NE 8th Street and Bellevue Way. Browse through a selection of recent press releases and media coverage. Our projects feed the local as it embraces the international. We develop great places to live, shop, eat, connect. Which Tower are you interested in? Fortress Development is a commercial real estate developer and privately held investment company based in Bellevue, Washington. Our future depends on it. Prior to joining Fortress, David ran his own firm, Murphy Varey, where he oversaw the development, renovation, and architectural design of a variety of projects—from retail and hospitality to commercial buildings. Our mission is to boost the communities where we live and create environments where memories will be shared for generations to come. Currently under development, Avenue is our mixed-use project, a graceful landmark of global inspiration featuring two sleek towers connected by a Plaza and designed to become Bellevue’s new gathering destination. Eric holds a Bachelors of Science in Business Management and Construction Management from Northern Arizona University. In addition, she was a Vice President of Asset Management at Clarion Partners and Director of Portfolio Management at Prudential Real Estate Investors. Where life happens. She is also a Trustee at Linfield College and has been a guest lecturer at the University of Washington Foster School of Business EMBA program, the University of Colorado MBA and Construction Management programs, and Linfield College Finance and Performance Management classes. A commitment to our employees, partners and customers is what drives our passion for building world-class developments of exceptional quality that help shape the communities, neighborhoods and cities where we live, work, and play. They tackle projects with vision and integrity. Led by Fortress founder Andy Lakha, the team is made up of extraordinary talents and experts in their fields, from architects and landscapers to interior designers and a feng shui master. A graduate from the University of Illinois, Andy began his extensive career in the mid-1990s, buying, selling and developing more than 80 different properties across the United States. Fortress Group, LLC is a commercial real estate development and privately held investment company based in Bellevue, Washington. Prior to joining Fortress, she was a real estate consultant focused on strategy, financial analysis, operational planning, management, leasing, entitlements and training for clients. Arne was the Senior Development Manager for the Bravern while at Schnitzer West and Founding Partner of DPR Construction for Seattle and Portland’s offices following his tenure with McCarthy Construction. Passionate about education, Kellanne is a board member at Treehouse, an organization dedicated to bettering the lives of youth in foster care with a focus on high school graduation and developing a plan for their future. A commitment to their employees, partners and customers is what drives their passion for building world-class developments of exceptional quality that help shape the communities, neighborhoods and cities where we live, work, and play. Eric excels at oversight of complex capital projects, controlling costs and driving schedules. Prior to Fortress, Arne owned and managed his own company where he provided a wide range of design, construction and real estate development management services to owners and developers for private sector office, hotel, resort and mixed-use projects. 10400 NE 4th StSuite 2200Bellevue, WA 98004(425) 462-2505. David is a licensed architect with more than 35 years of experience in commercial projects. In-depth research coupled with market trend tracking helps them find development opportunities in prime locations with strong metrics and absorption. David Murphy is Fortress’ Development Manager, where he joins after almost three decades of running his own firm. A native Seattleite, Arne holds a Bachelor of Architecture and a Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering and a Minor in Construction Management from Washington State University. She brings substantial experience in financial analysis, deal structure, contract management, and reporting to the team. Standout projects include Park Lane, a 33-acre landmark destination for shopping and dining that spans four entire blocks and has become the most talked about intersection in Dallas. Explore Avenue. And it shows: in our commitment to owners, first and foremost, but also in our responsibility to quality and to creating homes and communities that matter. Stay a night or stay a lifetime. Fortress Development is a commercial real estate developer and privately held investment company based in Bellevue, Washington. A natural problem-solver and enthusiastic team player, Eric’s responsibilities at Fortress include overseeing design and building dynamic projects from inception to closeout. He is NCARB certified and is currently licensed in 38 states in the U.S. Dee is responsible for deal structuring and negotiations, risk management and quality control at Fortress. We’re committed to developing places that matter, where people connect. * South Tower Estate Homes. Fortress Development Developer: Andy Lakha Andy’s passion and enthusiasm for real estate development has taken the Fortress’ Principal and CEO around the globe, along the way finding inspiration and ideas. Andy Lakha is Fortress’ Principal and CEO. Dee is the Vice President and Asset Manager at Fortress, where she has worked for more than two decades. David also served as the Assistant Controller for Bentall Capital, where he was responsible for financial analysis and reporting for the company’s Seattle region assets. We have vision and integrity. Fortress Development today unveiled new details and artist renderings for the development’s West Tower, the second of its two towers. Kellanne Henry is the Director of Real Estate at Fortress. Arne J. Dee’s previous roles include Vice President and Director of Property Management for Management Northwest and Assistant Vice President at Hawaiian Trust Company. Avenue Bellevue Project Breaks Ground, Reveals Second Condo Tower Details Sep 20, 2019. We have over half a century of combined experience. Fortress Development is a commercial real estate developer and privately held investment company based in Bellevue, Washington. Arne’s responsibility includes consultant selection, design, pre-construction management and services, budget development and control, general contractor selection, GMP negotiation, as well as all City, State and Federal entitlements and permits. While at Callison Architecture, he was a member of the winning design and construction team for the Microsoft World Headquarters Campus in Redmond, and was the project architect for the first nine office buildings and the initial data center. We tackle projects with vision and integrity. Avenue Bellevue Development Breaks Ground Sep 18, 2019. With an InterContinental Hotel and sophisticated homes with exceptional views, gourmet restaurants, elegant bars and shops, the best of the region is right here.