Lucas Witt is a founding partner of MWM Consulting specializing in economic development and commercial real estate focused on investment strategy and project execution. He began his career at the Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development, where he led high-profile projects such as Novelis in Todd County, KY, PACCAR in Louisville, KY, and Century Aluminum in Hancock County, KY. Lucas’ projects at the Cabinet collectively resulted in over $2 billion in capital investment and the creation of more than 2,000 new jobs for the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
Following his tenure at the Cabinet, Lucas co-founded MWM Consulting, where he applies his extensive experience in economic development, real estate, and government relations to assist both corporate clients and communities. Under his leadership, MWM has facilitated projects resulting in nearly $2 billion in capital investment, more than 1,500 new jobs, and over $25 million in state tax incentives. Lucas’ expertise spans economic development, capital investment negotiation, real estate development, and client relationship management.
Lucas was born and raised in Lexington, KY, where he and his wife, Lyndsey, are raising their three children, William, Margo, and Lucy, alongside their dog, Millie. Outside of work, the Witts stay busy with family life around Lexington, time on the golf course, and trips to the beach whenever they can get away.