Chairman, Cisterra Development
Steve formed Cisterra Development in 1999 to develop campuses throughout the world for Cisco Systems and has been guiding the strategic vision for Cisterra since then. Previously, he served as chief development officer of Kilroy Realty and joined Kilroy Realty through a merger with The Allen Group where he was president and partner. Steve has been involved in the development of approximately 20 million square feet of projects throughout his career. He and Cisterra have received industry recognition including E&Y’s “Entrepreneur of the Year,” AIA’s “Patron of the Year,” NAIOP naming Cisterra “Developer of the Year,” and several of Cisterra’s projects have been recognized as “Project of the Year.” Steve is a graduate of San Diego State University with a degree in accounting. He is a supporter of educational, arts and environmental organizations. In addition to his role with USD, Steve is a member of the real estate advisory council at UCSD, a fellow with the Aspen Institute and a life member of the Sierra Club.