Wright, Marena

Marena Wright

Director of Real Estate Development, Healthcare

As Director of Real Estate Development at Ryan Companies, Marena leads healthcare development projects nationwide, overseeing every stage from visioning and entitlement through design, construction, leasing, and financial close. With over a decade of experience in commercial real estate, she partners with health systems, providers, and internal teams to deliver strategic, client-focused solutions that support long-term clinical and operational goals.

Marena’s portfolio spans urban infill developments to large-scale healthcare campuses, always with a focus on aligning real estate strategy with community impact. She brings deep expertise in financial modeling, scenario planning, and risk management across multiple asset types.

Known for her strategic mindset and collaborative leadership, Marena excels at guiding cross-functional teams, balancing diverse stakeholder priorities, and solving complex challenges with clarity and precision. Her commitment to delivering value-driven outcomes and fostering strong relationships makes her a trusted partner in the evolving landscape of healthcare development.


Affiliations & Memberships

National Association of Industrial and Office Properties (NAIOP)
Minnesota Commercial Real Estate Women (MN CREW)
Wisconsin Real Estate Alumni Association (WREAA)
RivALZ Twin Cities Alzheimer’s Association

We don't just build buildings, we build stories.

At Ryan Companies, we have the privilege of creating the spaces where people live their lives. Whether it's their residence, their place of work, or the space where they come to play, these are places where people thrive. And as experts in construction and commercial real estate, our creativity is fueled by your story. Together, we build value, build communities and build the backdrops for life.

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