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Mark Nord
Vice President of Industrial Development
BIO
Mark Nord serves as Vice President of Industrial Development, bringing more than 20 years of experience across economic development, real estate, and government relations. In his role at Gardner, he leads the strategy, sourcing, and execution of industrial projects, overseeing everything from acquisition and underwriting to joint venture structuring, entitlement, construction, and lease-up. His work focuses on warehouse, logistics, manufacturing, and flex/light-industrial assets across key markets.
Throughout his career, Mark has built a strong track record of driving meaningful economic impact. During his time as Economic Development Director for West Valley City, he facilitated more than $1.2 billion in capital investment and helped create over 15,000 jobs. He also served as Master Developer for Downtown Fairbourne Station, a transformative mixed-use project that brought together Class A office, retail, and multifamily residential components, along with leading the development of several large-scale industrial sites.
Prior to that, Mark served as Deputy Mayor of Provo City and worked as a lobbyist for the State of Utah, experiences that shaped his ability to navigate complex public-private partnerships and advance strategic initiatives. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Utah and has been actively involved in industry organizations including the Utah Redevelopment Association, International Economic Development Council, and Southern Utah Economic Alliance.
Known for his collaborative approach, Mark’s greatest strength lies in building strong relationships and consistently working toward outcomes that create value for all parties involved.
