Bio
As C.O.O and C.F.O of Knott Realty Group, Mr. Lightner manages the daily operations of Knott Realty. Ralph leads 50 employees spanning across all divisions and manages the portfolio of commercial and residential real estate holdings. In addition, Ralph is responsible for all accounting, finance, information technology, and tax planning for the Knott Realty family of companies. With over 18 years of experience in public accounting and 16 years of experience serving as a CFO, Ralph brings an elite level of expertise to his role. Ralph holds a bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Frostburg State University and is an active member of the AICPA and MACPA. Additionally, he has obtained the Accreditation in Business Valuation (ABV), Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA), and Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) designations. Ralph resides with his wife and two children in Parkton, Maryland.
Areas of Interest
- Deal Type
- Acquisition, Development, Ground Lease, Loan Purchase, Opportunity Zone, Partner Buyout, Pre-Development, Recapitalization, Refinance, Rehabilitation