NAI Burns Scalo Strengthens Tampa Industrial Platform with Hiring of Kelli Hatton

NAI Burns Scalo | February 24, 2026

NAI Burns Scalo is proud to announce the hiring of Kelli Hatton as Senior Vice President, further strengthening its rapidly growing Florida industrial platform. Based in Tampa, Kelli will focus on industrial leasing and investment sales while supporting landlords, occupiers, and investors across the state. 

With more than 25 years of experience in sales and sales management, including over a decade focused on Tampa Bay commercial real estate, Kelli brings a strong track record representing both institutional and local owners, as well as industrial and office tenants throughout Florida. Her background includes national sales leadership roles, extensive landlord representation experience, and a diverse portfolio of completed industrial and office transactions statewide. 

“We’re excited to welcome Kelli to our growing Tampa team,” said Tim Rivers, Executive Managing Director – Florida at NAI Burns Scalo. “Her deep network, market knowledge, and ability to execute complex transactions align perfectly with our commitment to building a best-in-class, full-service platform in Florida.” 

Brian Walker, President of NAI Burns Scalo, added: 
“Kelli brings the kind of driven, client-centered leadership that is shaping the future of our Florida platform. Her ability to build meaningful relationships, unlock opportunities in complex markets, and elevate the performance of those around her aligns perfectly with the culture we are building. Kelli’s impact will be felt immediately, and I’m proud to welcome a leader of her caliber to our team.” 

As Senior Vice President, Kelli will play a key role in expanding NAI Burns Scalo’s industrial presence as the firm continues to execute its national growth strategy and scale its full-service Tampa platform

About NAI Burns Scalo 
NAI Burns Scalo, an investment and advisory organization headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is an integral part of NAI Global, which spans over 325 offices across 55 countries. Currently with offices in Florida, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia, our strategic positioning ensures exceptional outcomes for clients with access to over 6,000 professionals worldwide. With nearly 100 dedicated specialists, we seamlessly integrate into this expansive network, excelling both locally and globally. 

Since 1956, we’ve been at the forefront of providing commercial real estate services such as brokerage, property management, development, and construction. We’ve learned the ropes, navigated the tides, and honed expertise that only comes from over six decades of experience. This is about more than just finding a commercial space for your business. It’s about delivering life-changing real estate experiences to propel you forward. To learn more, visit NAIBurnsScalo.com