With a hand in leasing, redevelopment, and acquisition, Alexandra Kirk (MBA ’17) oversees real estate projects at every stage by leveraging her passion for design and thoughtful placemaking. “I love the idea that I get to shape where you live, where you work, where you have fun, and help you live your passion.”
One of her proudest achievements was developing the first locally sourced mass timber project in Atlanta, which is now the largest southern yellow pine building in the Southeast. She says this project reflects the company’s vision for sustainable, uniquely designed buildings that incorporate wellness features like eco-friendly rooftop decks.
Looking back on her WSB experience, Alexandra is thankful for the practical experience in real estate law, as well as the real-world opportunities that WSB provided. After participating in a case competition, she met her future boss at Jamestown, leading to an internship that set her career in motion. “WSB supports students going after real world opportunities to apply what they’re learning at that exact moment in the classroom, and that makes a huge difference for your career.”
When searching for an MBA program, the former architect was drawn to WSB’s welcoming culture and commitment to advancing diversity in business. These values are reflected in its long-standing partnership with the Consortium for Graduate Study in Management, which awarded her a fellowship. “It was as if I was already a part of the network. Wisconsin really had open arms to me before I was formally accepted.”
Now, Alexandra continues to have open arms to those around her through various volunteer activities. She serves on the Wisconsin Business Alumni Board, as well as boards for Atlanta organizations that assist with food insecurity and provide people with sustainable, affordable environments.
Read Alexandra’s profile in Update magazine.
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