More than just family

CEO and President

Keyston is an experienced executive and business leader who thrives on creative problem solving and building teams that work. Prior to joining Cilker, Keyston spent thirteen years in various construction business and project roles including Director of Operations, and Sr. Construction Project Manager for Seattle based general contractors. Keyston joined Cilker in 2013 as VP of Commercial Real Estate where he oversaw all leasing, management, and construction activities. During this time he was instrumental in the successful rezoning and disposition of a 68-acre agriculture property in north San Jose to Microsoft. Promoted five years later, he has the pleasure of overseeing a $400 million dollar portfolio of real estate assets including retail, multifamily, office, and agricultural investment properties. While at the helm, Keyston has managed the transition from second to third generation, significantly contributed to Board development and governance, and built a talented team who have streamlined workflow, operations, and accounting systems.

CFO

Shaun Seidel is a global executive with 20 years of finance and accounting experience.  His experience includes agribusiness, vineyard/winery, CPG manufacturing, real estate, healthcare, food & beverage, and biotech.  Since Shaun joined Cilker, he has shown his acuity in managing high-growth, multi million dollar operations of substantial impact, reaching business and profit goals with corporate financing strategies, cost control, and technical solutions. He has deep expertise in strategic planning, financial management, financial reporting, budgeting; consolidations; financial modeling; cost accounting; corporate strategy; treasury; business analytics and process improvement.

VP of Agriculture

Art Hutcheson manages and oversees multiple orchards with experience growing citrus, almonds, walnuts, and olives.  As the head of our agricultural operations, Art manages all facets of the farm from planting, irrigation, pest control, soil analysis, management of the operation, regulatory compliance, water allocation, and organic compliance.  As a 5th generation farmer, he is proficient in the repair, construction, and adaptation of equipment and machinery involved in the production and harvest of crops.

CPM, Vice President of Real Estate

Mary joined Cilker Orchards in 2018 and brings solid leasing, asset management, and third-party property management experience to Cilker. Specializing in retail shopping centers, Mary has managed over 1MM sf of office, industrial and retail space over the course of her career. Since joining Cilker, Mary has leveraged her contacts, financial expertise and in-depth industry knowledge to oversee the management of our office, retail and multi-family portfolio. Her fine attention to detail and depth of experience is a real asset to our clients.