Pushing beyond what has gone before

Carlos Gonzalez is a results-oriented financial executive with more than 25 years of experience in commercial real estate. As Chief Financial Officer at Terra, he oversees project accounting, asset management, legal, and risk management functions, while supporting strategic initiatives across the firm’s investment portfolio. Throughout his career, Mr. Gonzalez has held senior leadership roles within vertically integrated real estate organizations, guiding finance, investment, and operational teams across complex development platforms. His experience spans capital structuring, project-level financial oversight, and commercial real estate lending, with a strong focus on optimizing returns and mitigating risk across diverse asset classes. Mr. Gonzalez holds a Master of Science in Finance from Florida International University and a Bachelor of Science in Finance and Real Estate from Florida State University.

Aaron Oliver leads Terra’s investment and pre-development efforts, overseeing all facets of the development lifecycle—from acquisitions and underwriting to entitlements and vertical construction—across residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects. With more than a decade of experience in real estate investment and corporate finance, Mr. Oliver has been directly involved in the acquisition and capitalization of large-scale ground-up developments totaling billions of dollars. His expertise includes financial modeling, market analysis, deal structuring, and strategic execution, supporting Terra’s disciplined and growth-oriented investment strategy. Mr. Oliver holds a Master of Science in Real Estate Development from Columbia University and a Bachelor of Science in Economics from Florida State University.

Lien Suarez provides legal leadership and strategic counsel across Terra’s residential, commercial, and mixed-use development platform. Her work spans the full lifecycle of development and construction, including the negotiation and drafting of complex construction and design contracts, regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, and the management of construction-related disputes and litigation. With a strong background in construction law and heavy civil projects, Ms. Suarez plays a critical role in protecting Terra’s interests while enabling efficient project execution. Ms. Suarez is licensed to practice law in Florida and Georgia and holds a Bachelor of Arts from Florida International University and a Juris Doctor from the University of Georgia School of Law.

Joshua Peters is a strategic finance and accounting leader with more than a decade of experience supporting large-scale real estate development and investment platforms. At Terra, Mr. Peters oversees financial planning, performance analysis, and portfolio-level reporting, aligning capital planning with operational execution. His background includes leading finance teams across multi-asset portfolios valued in the billions, with a focus on improving cash flow, enhancing investor reporting, and driving project profitability through disciplined financial oversight. Mr. Peters holds a Master of Science in Accountancy from Loyola University Chicago and a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Indiana Wesleyan University.

Michael P. Piazza brings more than 30 years of experience in design, construction, and project execution, with oversight of more than $2 billion in residential, hospitality, and commercial development. At Terra, Mr. Piazza leads design and construction operations across the firm’s portfolio, guiding projects from conceptual design through completion. His background includes complex, large-scale developments such as arenas, luxury residential towers, hospitality destinations, research facilities, and mixed-use environments. He has collaborated closely with leading architectural firms and construction teams to deliver architecturally significant and operationally efficient projects. Mr. Piazza holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Massachusetts.

Jason Gilg has more than 24 years of experience across the construction and real estate industries, with oversight of more than $1 billion in governmental, institutional, and luxury residential projects. At Terra, Mr. Gilg is responsible for the end-to-end execution of development projects, from early planning and budgeting through construction and delivery. His leadership approach emphasizes operational excellence, risk management, and collaboration across internal teams and external partners to ensure projects are delivered on schedule and to the highest standards. Mr. Gilg holds a Bachelor of Architectural Engineering from Pennsylvania State University.

Cristine Pacheco brings more than 30 years of experience in branding, communications, and marketing strategy, with a career deeply rooted in real estate, hospitality, and design-driven environments. As Senior Vice President of Marketing & Communications at Terra, Ms. Pacheco oversees all brand and marketing initiatives, including corporate identity, visual communications, advertising, public relations, digital strategy, social media, web development, and production management. Her leadership ensures a cohesive brand voice across Terra’s portfolio and supports the positioning of the firm’s residential and mixed-use developments in competitive markets. Ms. Pacheco holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Design and Communications from the University of Wisconsin.

Andres Marquez is a seasoned real estate sales executive with more than 20 years of experience in South Florida and international markets, specializing in luxury residential developments. At Terra, Mr. Marquez has led more than $5 billion in residential sales, guiding projects from pre-development through final closings. His leadership spans market strategy, sales operations, contract negotiations, and team development, with a strong emphasis on performance, client relationships, and brand alignment. Known for his hands-on approach and strategic insight, Mr. Marquez remains actively involved throughout each project’s lifecycle, helping Terra consistently exceed sales goals and maintain its leadership position in the region’s competitive real estate landscape.

Kristen Gallagher is an accomplished Human Resources leader with more than 18 years of experience spanning organizational development, talent strategy, and HR operations within service-driven and complex operating environments. As Vice President of Human Resources at Terra, Ms. Gallagher oversees all aspects of human resources strategy, including talent acquisition, employee engagement, leadership development, and organizational effectiveness. She partners closely with executive leadership to support Terra’s growth while fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture. Her background includes extensive experience in both union and non-union environments, as well as opening and transitioning large-scale operations, bringing a practical and people-centered approach to HR leadership.