SHILOH, Ill. – BARBERMURPHY, a commercial real estate brokerage serving Central & Southern Illinois and Greater St. Louis, Missouri, announces the addition of Vito LaFata IV to its team of experienced brokers.

LaFata joins BARBERMURPHY with a statewide focus on industrial and land development properties throughout Missouri – particularly along the I-44 Corridor, one of the state’s fastest-growing transportation and distribution routes connecting St. Louis to Springfield and Joplin, Mo.

With a background in communications, relationship management and market research, he brings a comprehensive, client-first approach to every transaction. His ability to connect business strategy with local market insight allows him to assist property owners, developers and investors in identifying opportunities across both metropolitan and emerging markets.

LaFata is a graduate of Missouri State University.