Bethesda, Md.– Global Medical REIT Inc. (NYSE: GMRE) has appointed Mark Decker, Jr. as its new Chief Executive Officer and President, effective immediately. Decker will also join the company’s Board of Directors, succeeding Jeffrey Busch, who will remain on the board as non-executive Chairman.
The leadership transition marks a strategic shift for GMRE as the company aims to sharpen its portfolio strategy and drive long-term growth. Lori Wittman, Lead Independent Director of the Board, said the appointment reflects the company’s commitment to enhancing shareholder value. “Mark brings a fresh strategic vision, deep operational experience, and strong capital markets expertise,” Wittman said. “We’re confident he will lead GMRE into its next phase of growth. We also thank Jeff Busch for his leadership since our founding and for building the foundation on which we now stand.”
Decker brings extensive real estate and investment banking experience to his new role. Prior to joining GMRE, he co-led the net lease real estate strategy at Proterra Investment Partners. Before that, he spent nearly seven years at Centerspace (NYSE: CSR), where he served as President, CEO, Trustee, and Chief Investment Officer. Under his leadership, Centerspace underwent a successful transformation from a diversified real estate company into a focused, performance-driven apartment owner-operator.
Decker’s earlier career included senior roles in real estate investment banking, including as Managing Director and U.S. Group Head of Real Estate Investment and Corporate Banking at BMO Capital Markets. Over two decades, he advised public real estate companies, lodging firms, and service providers on growth and transformational transactions.
“I’m honored to join GMRE and grateful to the Board for this opportunity,” Decker said. “I look forward to working with the team to advance the company’s strategy and build on its success.”
Decker holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from the College of William & Mary. His recruitment was supported by executive search firm Ferguson Partners.
