About Us
Formed in 2005, AdVenture Development is a multifaceted commercial real estate company providing development, acquisition, property management, tenant representation, and consulting services. Our primary market is in the Mid-Atlantic region including PA, OH, WV, VA, SC and NC. AdVenture Development developed and manages McCandless Crossing, a 1.2 million sq. ft. mixed-use project in the North Hills of Pittsburgh, PA. AdVenture Development’s latest project, Eastfield, a mixed-use project located on I-95 in the Raleigh, NC, metro area, is underway. This development will be enjoyed by many local visitors, vacationers and business travelers and add an overall value to the community.
Kevin Dougherty and his team strive to go above and beyond what is asked and required to ensure an outcome which exceeds expectations. With determination, persistence, and a never-ending commitment to quality and excellence, AdVenture Development is prepared to take a project from concept to completion.
Kevin Dougherty
President & Owner
Kevin Dougherty formed AdVenture Development, LLC in 2005. AdVenture Development focuses on commercial real estate development projects and is actively involved in the development, leasing, and management of these projects. AdVenture Development has also retained real estate consulting assignments in Pennsylvania, Ohio, Virginia, West Virginia and North Carolina. AdVenture Development completed McCandless Crossing, a 1.2 million square foot mixed-use project in the North Hills of Pittsburgh, PA. AdVenture is also in the early stages of a 3 million square foot mixed-use project located on I-95 in Raleigh, NC called Eastfield.
Prior to forming AdVenture Development, Kevin was a founding partner of Michael Joseph Development Corp. (MJDC) in Pittsburgh, PA. For 14 years, Kevin led MJDC to significant growth while engaging in over $200,000,000 of transactions totaling 2,000,000 +/- sf.
Prior to MJDC, Kevin was Director of Retail Development for Charter Properties, Inc. of Charlotte, NC. Kevin spent almost 5 years at Charter developing in excess of 750,000 sf of retail space.
Kevin began his real estate career in 1982 as a mortgage banker with Carey Kramer Crouse & Associates (now HFF, LP) in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, developing many outstanding relationships with lenders on a national and local scale.
Kevin serves or has served as a consultant to several national retailers, including Lowe’s Home Improvement, Wal-Mart, Raven Rock Workwear, and Golden Corral. Kevin is a graduate of John Carroll University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration. Kevin currently serves on the Deer Valley YMCA Camp Board, Johnston Community College Foundation Board, and formerly served as the Chairman of the Princeton Veterans Committee. Kevin is a member of the Research Triangle Regional Partnership (RTRP) Executive Board, Johnston County Economic Development Board, The International Council of Shopping Centers, and ULI. He has served on numerous panels relevant to the real estate industry.
Mark McDonnell
Mark McDonnell joined AdVenture Development, LLC in August 2015 bringing over 35 years of client relationship expertise to the organization. Since joining Adventure Development Mark has taken the lead in managing the development of the hotel and hospitality properties as well as assisting in land assembly and acquisition for the Eastfield project. As COO, Mark now oversees all the development projects for Adventure.
Mark is actively involved in many community organizations, serving on the boards of Triangle East Chamber of Commerce, Johnston County Visitors Bureau, Uptown Selma Business Partnership and the John Carroll University Alumni Board.
Joe Basar
Joe Basar joined AdVenture Development, LLC in April 2018 bringing over 31 years of management and business partnership experience gained from a career in human resources supporting all functions in manufacturing and service operations with Cooper Industries and Ingersoll Rand. His skills include business acumen, collaboration and communication with internal and external partners, strategy development and execution, resource planning and project management. Joe is also a graduate of John Carroll University.
Maureen G. McDonnell
Maureen G. McDonnell joined AdVenture Development, LLC in 2016 bringing an eclectic work experience, including magazine publishing and physicians office. She was the Periodicals Manager at Winfield Public Library and then Accounting Clerk at National Engravers, Inc in West Chicago, Illinois before moving with her husband to North Carolina in 2015.
Joy Owens
Joy Owens joined AdVenture Development, LLC in 2017 bringing over 15 years accounting and bookkeeping experience. She was the Lease Administrator and Property Accountant for a commercial developer and property management company in the Baltimore metro area for over 10 years before moving to North Carolina in 2014.
Matthew Phillips
Matt Phillips joined AdVenture Development, LLC in 2022 as a project manager for our Eastfield Crossing development. Matt brings with him over 15 years of combined experience in business, information technology, project management, customer service, and leadership. He graduated from the University of Mount Olive with a Bachelor’s in Business Management Information Systems.
Michele Kisthardt
Marketing Director Michele Kisthardt joined Adventure Development, LLC, in 2019 to lead the strategic marketing efforts at McCandless Crossing and Eastfield. She contributes more than two decades of retail and hospitality marketing experience and specializes in content creation, social media marketing and event planning. Michele graduated from John Carroll University and earned a Master of Business Administration from Case Western Reserve University.
Iisha Pearson
Iisha Pearson joined AdVenture Development, LLC in 2020 bringing over 15 years of administrative experience. Prior to joining the team, she was the Triangle East Market Scheduler at Fairway Outdoor Advertising for almost 10 years. Iisha graduated from Fayetteville State University and obtained a Master of Arts in Executive Leadership from Liberty University.
Our Offices
101 South Raiford Street, Suite 200
Raleigh, NC 27576
901 Providence Blvd.
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Phone: 919-965-5661
Fax: 919-965-8568