CenterPoint Properties, a leading industrial real estate firm that invests in, develops, and manages properties in the nation’s top markets, has appointed Ross Straseske as executive vice president and chief financial officer.
As CFO, Straseske leads the company’s finance organization, with responsibility for financial planning and analysis, corporate and property valuation processes, capital and liquidity management, and reporting to CenterPoint’s executive leadership, board of directors, and ownership.
“Ross combines strong financial and analytical expertise with a collaborative leadership style that reflects the values of our organization,” said Clewlow. “Since joining CenterPoint, he has played an important role in strengthening our financial processes, improving decision-making, and helping position the company for long-term success. Ross has earned the confidence of our leadership team, board of directors, and ownership through his sound judgment, integrity, and commitment to the business. He is the right person to lead our finance organization as we continue building on CenterPoint’s strong foundation and long history of disciplined growth.”
Straseske joined CenterPoint in 2021 as development controller after serving as vice president of data reporting and financial analytics at Heitman, a global real estate investment management firm. Before joining Heitman, he spent more than 14 years at PwC, where he advised real estate clients, including CenterPoint and its executive leadership team. Since joining CenterPoint, Straseske has held several leadership positions, including vice president of development accounting and analysis and senior vice president of finance. In early 2026, he was appointed interim chief financial officer.
“I am grateful for the opportunity to serve as chief financial officer and for the trust Jim, our executive team, board of directors, and ownership have placed in me,” said Straseske. “CenterPoint has built an exceptional reputation and strong balance sheet through financial discipline, thoughtful decision-making, and a long-term commitment to its customers, partners, and investors. It is a special organization with a strong culture and an outstanding team. I look forward to working alongside the team to preserve those strengths, continue enhancing our financial capabilities, and help guide our efforts to increase returns for years to come.”
