Harrington Group Names Cara Kennedy Acquisitions Director
The Los Angeles-based real estate firm appoints a new leader to head its upcoming expansion into the Midwest market.
Updated on Oct. 29, 2026 in People
The Harrington Group has appointed Cara Kennedy as its new Director of Acquisitions and Development. In this role, she will lead the sourcing, evaluation, and repositioning of commercial properties designed for film, animation, and video production.
Why it matters
This appointment signals a strategic move for the firm to enter the Midwest market. Kennedy's technical background and experience in real estate investment are central to the company’s efforts to grow its entertainment-focused property portfolio.
Kennedy brings 10 years of professional experience in civil and geotechnical engineering to the firm. She previously founded the Great Lakes Real Estate Exchange, which currently maintains a membership base of more than 200 professionals.
The players
Cara Kennedy
A licensed professional engineer who founded the Great Lakes Real Estate Exchange and previously worked as an independent real estate consultant.
The Harrington Group
A real estate acquisition firm that specializes in commercial properties specifically tailored to the entertainment industry.
The details
Kennedy will leverage her background as a licensed professional engineer to manage property development for the entertainment industry. She previously provided consulting services and worked as an investor through her firm, CaraKennedy.co, beginning in 2019.
Timeline
2019: Kennedy began working as a real estate investor and consultant.
2024: Kennedy founded the Great Lakes Real Estate Exchange.
October 28, 2026: The Harrington Group announced the appointment of Cara Kennedy.
Market Landscape
This strategic hire aligns with the industry trend of firms securing specialized technical expertise to capture the demand for dedicated film and animation production space. The move positions The Harrington Group to compete for assets by bridging the gap between geotechnical development and media real estate.
As the firm expands into the Midwest, regional property owners may see increased competition and activity from specialized entertainment developers. Prospective clients and investors can expect the company to begin targeting specific commercial sites for renovation in the near future.
The takeaway
Real estate investment in the entertainment sector increasingly requires a blend of civil engineering expertise and market-specific development skills. Professionals looking to enter similar roles should emphasize both their technical licensure and their history of building professional networks.
Further reading
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More information
For more information on the firm's portfolio and leadership, visit The Harrington Group company website.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Local3News.
