Brian Fratesi brings over 25 years of expertise in commercial real estate, with a strong focus on opportunity identification, acquisition, entitlement, development, and management of mixed-use and retail projects with deep value-add components. Before co-founding Rock River Development in 2023, Brian spent 17 years as Vice President at Connolly Development, where he played a key role in leading major urban mixed-use projects in Atlanta, emphasizing walkability and transit-oriented designs.

James Fitzgerald has over 25 years of leadership experience in the electrical and industrial sectors, with a distinguished career overseeing sales, marketing, engineering, and operations at billion-dollar global organizations. His deep connections to South Beloit, where he was born and raised, along with his intimate understanding of the area’s potential, have positioned him as a key advocate for the region’s growth. Throughout his career, James has led large-scale projects with a focus on maximizing value through strategic planning, development, and management.