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OUR LEADERSHIP

Our leadership team brings together decades of experience and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional results. Guided by collaboration, innovation, and a dedication to quality, they set the vision for how we approach every project.
About Keel
Open Positions
Keel Real Estate and Capital Projects Advisory CEO & Founder.
MICHAEL MCDONNELL
Founder & CEO

Michael is CEO and Founder of Keel, where he sets strategy and leads senior teams delivering complex capital programs with focus on disciplined execution, governance, and early risk management.

Richard Barnett Keel Real Estate and Capital Projects Advisory Managing Director
RICHARD BARNETT
Managing Director

Richard brings over 40 years of construction management experience, focused on quality, efficiency, and delivery. At Keel, he supports healthcare and life science projects with a focus on consistency and performance.

John Messervy Keel Real Estate and Capital Projects Advisory Executive Vice President of Strategic Planning and Development
JOHN MESSERVY
EVP of Strategic Planning & Development

John is a senior executive leading development in healthcare, research, and office projects from concept to occupancy. He also leads sustainability efforts, advancing decarbonization and emissions reduction across capital programs.

Bob Humenn Keel Real Estate and Capital Projects Advisory Healthcare Principal
BOB HUMENN, AIA
Healthcare Principal

Bob is a Healthcare Principal with over 45 years of experience in planning and project management. He advises healthcare and institutional clients on defining goals and delivering effective solutions through a hands-on, aligned approach.

Ken Colgate Keel Real Estate and Capital Projects Advisory Senior Vice President of Construction
KEN COLGATE
Senior VP of Construction

Ken brings over 30 years of experience leading complex construction programs. He has managed large-scale developments and focuses on team leadership, coordination, and execution to deliver consistent results.