01 — Proven Commercial Real Estate Execution

About Starboard Tack Commercial Real Estate

For more than four decades, Starboard Tack’s senior management has delivered over $500 million in commercial, marina, multifamily, hospitality, and specialty real estate projects across the United States — with a strong concentration in Michigan, California, and Florida.

Sarasota, Florida Operator-Led / Owner-Aligned Execution Over Promotion

§ 01 Who We Are

Who We Are

Starboard Tack Commercial Real Estate is an operator-led, owner-aligned firm providing asset management, project management, and property management services for commercial real estate.

Our work spans the full real estate lifecycle — acquisition, design, permitting, construction, redevelopment, property management, and asset management — executed with discipline, operational rigor, and an unwavering focus on long-term performance.

We approach every assignment with an owner’s mindset — protecting capital, controlling risk, and creating durable value through disciplined execution. Our role is not to chase deals, but to make assets perform.

Starboard Tack is built for owners, investors, and partners who value execution over promotion and stewardship over transactions.

A modern open-air retail plaza on a bright day Full-Lifecycle Execution

Independent by Design

Our responsibility is stewardship, not sales.

Starboard Tack does not broker real estate acquisitions or dispositions. This is a deliberate decision that allows us to remain independent advisors, free from transaction-based incentives and fully aligned with ownership interests. We are not compensated by commissions, deal volume, or sales activity.

When a transaction is required, we work collaboratively with best-in-class brokerage professionals selected for the specific asset and market — while continuing to represent ownership interests throughout the process.

§ 02 Leadership

Brian McCarthy, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Starboard Tack Commercial Real Estate Brian McCarthy — Founder & CEO
  • Rear Admiral, U.S. Navy (Ret.)
  • Combat Veteran
  • 30 Years in Uniform
  • Six Commands
  • Harvard MBA
  • $500M+ Delivered

Founder & Chief Executive Officer

Brian McCarthy

Founder & CEO

Brian McCarthy is a seasoned real estate developer and operator with a track record spanning $500+ million in executed commercial real estate projects across multiple asset classes.

His career blends engineering discipline, operational leadership, and entrepreneurial execution, developed through decades of experience leading complex infrastructure, development, and operating platforms.

Brian’s approach to real estate is shaped by his background as a retired U.S. Navy Rear Admiral and Harvard MBA, where accountability, planning, and execution were mission critical. Those principles continue to define how Starboard Tack operates today: disciplined strategy, rigorous execution, and long-term thinking.

Leadership Experience

Brian served 30 years in the U.S. Navy Reserve while developing his commercial real estate career, retiring as a Rear Admiral. Brian is a combat Veteran having served aboard the USS BUCK (DD-761) as the Supply & Surface Warfare Officer and as a Boat Captain of six PBR in the Mekong Delta.

His leadership roles included six commands including Deputy Commander of the Defense Logistics Agency — the world’s largest logistics enterprise — and principal logistics planner for Desert Storm.

He led large-scale programs involving infrastructure, logistics, and asset disposition, including initiatives recognized by the U.S. Government Accountability Office for transforming hundreds of millions of dollars in costs into billions in economic value.

This experience informs Starboard Tack’s culture of discipline, accountability, and execution — but our credibility rests on what we have built and operated in the commercial real estate arena.
Industry-First Platforms

Builder, Operator, Innovator

Brian has led and developed multiple industry-first platforms, including:

  • California’s first multi-story climate-controlled self-storage facility
  • The nation’s first inland dry-stack boathouse for trailered boats
  • America’s first ground-up indoor premium pickleball club
  • Developer of winejobs.com, the first worldwide HR recruiting platform in the wine industry

Across all projects, his focus has remained consistent: execute well, manage risk, and build assets that endure.

Beyond the Business

Community & Civic Leadership

  • President, Military Officers Association of Sarasota
  • Executive Director, Sarasota Military Officers Foundation
  • Chair, United Way Mission United (Sarasota, Manatee & DeSoto Counties)
  • Founder & President, Play for Life Foundation
  • CEO, The Stage at Payne Park
  • Board Member — New College Foundation, Sarasota Pops Orchestra, The Sarasota Players, and the Bird Key Yacht Club

These roles reflect a long-standing commitment to responsible stewardship, community investment, and long-term value creation.

§ 03 Certifications & Credentials

Our Commitment to Professional Standards

Certifications & Credentials

Starboard Tack maintains the highest standards of professionalism, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.

Florida Licensed

  • Real Estate Broker
  • Community Association Manager
  • National Residential Inspector
  • FHA/FNMA Inspector

§ 04 Portfolio Snapshot

View Our Portfolio by Asset Class

Portfolio Snapshot

Starboard Tack’s portfolio includes athletic and recreational facilities, marina and storage assets, multifamily communities, hospitality properties, retail centers, and industrial projects across the United States.

  • The Pickleball Club Lakewood Ranch, FL
  • The Pickleball Club Port St. Lucie, FL
  • The Pickleball Club The Villages, FL
  • The Pickleball Club Bonita Springs, FL
  • The Pickleball Club Fort Myers, FL
  • The Pickleball Club Pinellas County, FL
Indoor courts at a Pickleball Club athletic facility Athletic Centers

General Contact

Starboard Tack Commercial Real Estate

Locally Owned & Operated  |  Sarasota, Florida

Contact Us Phone: 941-263-7952

Email: info@starboardtackcre.com