Stephan Ktorza

Stephan Ktorza serves as a Senior Vice President at Kidder Mathews, specializing in industrial and retail investment sales, leasing, and tenant representation throughout Los Angeles County and beyond. With more than 25 years of international real estate experience, Stephan has built a reputation for delivering strategic solutions for landlords, tenants, investors, and developers across both industrial and retail asset classes.

Stephan began his career in Paris in 1994 with BNP Paribas Lease Group before joining Kaufman & Broad’s European division, where he led brokerage activities across major French markets. In 2004, he relocated to Los Angeles and joined Heger Industrial, which later merged with Kidder Mathews in 2017.

Stephan’s role as the national master broker for Kids Empire, (a national chain of large indoor playgrounds for children), stands out as a highlight in his career. Stephan led a formidable team of 40 local agents, spearheading the launch of over 100 locations across 24 states. This ambitious project not only showcased his leadership skills but also his ability to envision and execute complex national expansion strategies.

Stephan also has extensive experience in the industrial sector throughout Southern California, specializing in warehouse, manufacturing, showroom, and distribution properties across Los Angeles area infill markets including, but not limited to, the City of Los Angeles, Vernon, Gardena, Montebello, and Commerce. His industrial expertise includes investment sales, owner-user acquisitions, leasing, and repositioning strategies for small- to mid-size industrial assets. Over the years, Stephan has represented owners, investors, and occupiers in transactions involving warehouse and logistics facilities strategically located near major transportation corridors and ports.

What truly sets Stephan apart is his personal approach and his unique background. He believes in the power of relationships and the importance of understanding the needs and aspirations of everyone he works with. This philosophy has enabled him to develop effective negotiating strategies and uncover value-added opportunities that benefit his clients’ portfolios. In Stephan Ktorza, you’ll find a seasoned real estate executive and dedicated professional who brings a personal touch to every transaction. His expertise and commitment to his clients make him a distinguished figure in the world of retail real estate.

Stephan lives in Los Angeles with his wife, Ilona, and their three children. For him, family is a source of strength and inspiration, driving him to achieve greater heights in his career.