Cat·a·lyst

Gabe Clark

Principal

Gabe’s experience, industry relationships, and calculated approach help protect clients and save them money. Gabe has worked as a real estate project manager and development consultant for nearly 11 years managing large and small projects. Gabe’s degree in chemical engineering from Penn State University helps him to think critically and proactively solve project challenges. Gabe’s work ethic and track record of delivering impressive results have helped him establish a solid industry reputation. Gabe and his wife Lindsey are raising four daughters in Conshohocken. This is currently Gabe’s most challenging project.

Aaron Repucci

Partner, Director of Development

Aaron’s three years of experience as a commercial retail-leasing agent in the Greater Philadelphia region bring the ideal skill set to the table that compliments and solidifies Catalyst’s specialized, full service approach to commercial real estate consulting and development. Previous to retail leasing, Aaron was a mechanical engineer in the aerospace field for six years. Aaron’s network of relationships, persistence, ability to execute, and technical mindset are his most crucial assets to our clients. Aaron, his wife Erica, and three active children live in Wayne.   

Rich Ely

Chief Financial Officer

Rich joined Catalyst in 2019 after 14 years in a variety of engineering roles that included design, research and development, project management, and consulting. In his current role, he leverages his organizational skills and customer focused mindset to help Catalyst operate effectively. Rich engages with contractors, professional services, partners, and tenants, fostering high quality business relationships. Rich and his wife Sarah reside with their three children in Kennett Square.

Joshua Greever

General Counsel

Josh joined Catalyst in 2021 and brings a diverse legal background spanning real estate and development, mergers and acquisitions, taxation, and litigation. Prior to joining Catalyst, he worked at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as a tax associate structuring international mergers and acquisitions for large market capitalization companies.  Subsequently, he worked as an associate at a boutique mid-Atlantic law firm representing clients in sophisticated corporate and real estate transactions, including multimillion-dollar mergers and acquisitions and real estate deals.  In his current role, Josh’s attention to detail, business acumen, and creative problem solving are crucial to delivering superior results to Catalyst, its partners, and its clients. Josh received his juris doctor from Temple University’s Beasley School of Law, and he has a finance degree from Penn State University.  Josh, his wife Sintia, and their son live in Collegeville, Pennsylvania.

Andrew Miller

Director of Land Development

Andy joined Catalyst in 2021 after nearly 17 years in the civil engineering and land development consulting industry. He has extensive previous experience as a project manager specializing in zoning, land development, land subdivision, stormwater management, environmental permitting, utility design and permitting, and all aspects of the land entitlement process from initial concept to final closeout. Andy’s attention to detail and extreme organization skills in many sectors of private development afforded him a high level of client delight on many large-scale projects. Andy has both civil engineering and land surveying degrees from Pennsylvania College of Technology. He and his college sweetheart Ashley currently reside in Lancaster with their two children.

Dave Wanner

Director of Construction

Dave joined Catalyst in 2021 and brings 19 years of general contracting and construction management experience to the Catalyst team.  Dave has previously performed in a variety of roles ranging from estimator to senior project manager, and he brings experience in managing all aspects of commercial projects up to $50 million in value. Dave’s technical skills, problem solving, and project management background are crucial to his role at Catalyst in engaging with design professionals, consultants, local officials, and contractors to execute projects on schedule and within budget. Dave has a civil engineer degree and MBA from Penn State University.  He and his wife Diane reside with their two children in Lancaster.

Andrew Westerfer

Finance Manager

Andrew joined Catalyst in 2021 and brings nearly a decade of sales, management, and financial reporting experience. Andrew has spent time in hospitality and commercial retail which has helped refine his attention to detail, leadership skills, customer service, and ability to adapt to various challenges.  In his current role, he will work within all facets of the business to build and maintain robust processes surrounding financial forecasting and reporting. Andrew and his wife Olivia reside in Conshohocken, where they enjoy exploring local restaurants and live music.