The Ruthvens Name Kyle Vinson Vice President and Chief Operating Officer

LAKELAND, Florida. — September 8, 2026 — The Ruthvens, one of Central Florida’s oldest and largest privately held industrial real estate companies, today announced the appointment of Kyle Vinson as Vice President and Chief Operating Officer.

Vinson will serve as an executive partner to President, Brandon Clark. He joins The Ruthvens’ executive management team and will work alongside the firm’s operations, leasing, brokerage, and finance leadership.

Founded by Joe P. Ruthven in 1957, The Ruthvens own and manage 94 buildings totaling 4.8 million square feet along the I-4 corridor between Tampa and Orlando, with more than 2 million square feet planned for future development. The company is in its third generation of family ownership.

“Kyle brings a unique background, a broad skillset and the character to earn trust across our team, our tenants, and our contractors,” said Clark. “He is a Lakeland native who understands this community, and he will help us build this company for the next generation.”

Vinson spent his career in commercial banking and residential construction in Lakeland, Florida.

Vinson holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in finance and a Master of Business Administration, both from the University of Florida. He lives in Lakeland with his wife, Molly.

“The Ruthvens have built something unique, a company with staying power and a reputation earned over decades,” said Vinson. “I’m grateful for the opportunity and am looking forward to working alongside the Ruthven team and contractors to serve our clients over the decades ahead.”

About The Ruthvens

Founded in 1957, The Ruthvens develop, own, manage, and lease industrial property in Central Florida, with a focus on multi-tenant warehouse space. Learn more at ruthvens.com.