Misty Perchal, Finance Director, Kitchell Development Company

After nearly 27 years at Kitchell, Misty Perchal continues to forge new ground—both for herself and for the future of Kitchell Development. What began as her first job out of college has evolved into a career marked by growth, adaptability, and a deep understanding of how the business works from the inside out.

Misty’s journey is a testament to advancement in every sense of the word. From early days managing daily cash at Kitchell Corporation to senior accounting roles across multiple business units—including American Refrigeration Supplies (ARS), Kitchell CEM, and the Kitchell stock program—she steadily built a foundation of knowledge that led her to her current role as Finance Director. “I guess you can say I got to see a lot of how Kitchell worked,” she reflects. But it was under the mentorship of Jeff Allen that she found her stride: “Every development deal is different, and that’s what I love the most.”

Along the way, Misty built something just as valuable as financial expertise: strong, trusted relationships. She credits much of her success to the people around her—mentors who shared knowledge, teams who collaborated closely, and partners who challenged her to grow. “Be someone that people can count on,” she says. “Build great relationships with your teams and partners. Take ownership in your work and empower others.”

Her ability to lead with both precision and connection has made her an integral part of Kitchell’s forward momentum. She embraces the mindset that “you’re only as good as your next deal,” keeping her focused on progress, not past wins.

To Misty, Forging the Future of the Built World means staying adaptable and innovative—ready to evolve not just how Kitchell works, but how Kitchell works together.