Murphy Cheatham
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Murphy D. Cheatham II is a seasoned professional in the commercial real estate sector, leveraging over two decades of experience to deliver exceptional value to clients. His career commenced with a focus on energy-efficient design and development, notably managing The Modus Development Group's multi-million-dollar Galleries at Turney project. This foundational experience in sustainable development catapulted him into leadership roles, including a significant partnership with HDR, Inc., where he was instrumental in the strategic planning of over $300 million in mixed-use real estate projects across several states.
Murphy's expertise extends beyond project management to include significant roles in public sector development. Notably, he served as the Chief of Housing and Business Development for the City of Shreveport, where he managed multi-million-dollar budgets aimed at revitalizing underserved communities. His tenure in Shreveport is marked by his innovative approach to improving quality of life and fostering economic growth through strategic real estate and business development initiatives.
In his capacity as Director at CBRE, Murphy leads a dedicated team focused on stewarding clients' pursuit of new opportunities, ensuring they realize enduring value for their families. His role involves sourcing and servicing debt and equity, optimizing portfolios, and managing properties. Murphy's commitment to delivering clarity and success in the complex real estate industry is evident in his ability to provide tailored advisory services that cater to the unique needs of private families and high-net-worth individuals.
An alumnus of Grambling State University and Arizona State University, Murphy continues to contribute to the academic community as a member of the GSU Foundation. He played a key role in creating a real estate partnership between Arizona State University's MRED Program and Grambling, providing GSU students with opportunities to graduate with a focus in real estate. Murphy's commitment to education and professional development underscores his dedication to nurturing the next generation of real estate professionals.
Murphy's expertise extends beyond project management to include significant roles in public sector development. Notably, he served as the Chief of Housing and Business Development for the City of Shreveport, where he managed multi-million-dollar budgets aimed at revitalizing underserved communities. His tenure in Shreveport is marked by his innovative approach to improving quality of life and fostering economic growth through strategic real estate and business development initiatives.
In his capacity as Director at CBRE, Murphy leads a dedicated team focused on stewarding clients' pursuit of new opportunities, ensuring they realize enduring value for their families. His role involves sourcing and servicing debt and equity, optimizing portfolios, and managing properties. Murphy's commitment to delivering clarity and success in the complex real estate industry is evident in his ability to provide tailored advisory services that cater to the unique needs of private families and high-net-worth individuals.
An alumnus of Grambling State University and Arizona State University, Murphy continues to contribute to the academic community as a member of the GSU Foundation. He played a key role in creating a real estate partnership between Arizona State University's MRED Program and Grambling, providing GSU students with opportunities to graduate with a focus in real estate. Murphy's commitment to education and professional development underscores his dedication to nurturing the next generation of real estate professionals.