Medalist Diversified REIT, Inc. Announces Appointment of Kory J. Kramer to Its Board of Directors and Cash Dividend of $0.065 Per Share on Its Common Stock
Medalist Diversified REIT (NASDAQ:MDRR) (the "Company" or "Medalist"), a Virginia-based real estate investment trust that specializes in acquiring, owning and managing commercial real estate in the Southeast region of the U.S., announced today that its Board of Directors has appointed Kory J. Kramer to its Board of Directors. A seasoned investment professional with a distinguished track record, Kramer is currently a partner and investment officer at Eagle Four Partners, a private equity firm based in Newport Beach, California, where he oversees acquisitions, development, financing, and asset management. With over $3 billion in transactions, his expertise spans transforming premier properties such as Pendry Newport Beach and VEA Newport Beach, among others.
Frank Kavanaugh, CEO of Medalist, expressed his enthusiasm for Kramer's appointment: "Kory's deep expertise in real estate investment and development, combined with his strategic vision, makes him an invaluable addition to our board. We expect that his proven leadership will significantly contribute to our mission of creating long-term value for our shareholders." Kramer's appointment underscores Medalist's commitment to leveraging top-tier talent to strengthen its portfolio and strategy.
In addition, the Company announced that its Board of Directors has authorized and the Company has declared a quarterly cash dividend on its common stock (the "Common Stock") in the amount of $0.065 per share (the "Dividend"). The Dividend will be payable in cash on January 23, 2025 to holders of record of the Common Stock as of January 20, 2025.
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About Medalist Diversified REIT, Inc.
Medalist Diversified REIT, Inc. (NASDAQ:MDRR) is a real estate investment trust specializing in the acquisition, management, and redevelopment of commercial real estate, with a focus on retail, office, and industrial properties in the Southeast U.S. Medalist is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, and is committed to creating long-term value for its shareholders through a combination of strategic acquisitions, hands-on management, and financial discipline.
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