Mr. Michael W. Reschke founded The Prime Group, Inc. in 1982 and since inception, has directed and managed the development and acquisition of over $11.0 billion of institutional-quality real estate projects across the United States. Mr. Reschke continues to manage and direct the private real estate development and investment activities of Prime.

During the 1990’s, Prime achieved the unique distinction of being the founding shareholder of four publicly-traded real estate companies, each one being the successor-in-interest to various operating divisions of Prime. In 1994, Prime organized two publicly-traded real estate companies – Prime Retail, Inc. and Ambassador Apartment, Inc. – which became successors-in-interest to Prime’s retail and multi-family divisions. In 1997, Prime again organized two publicly-traded real estate companies – Brookdale Living Communities, Inc. and Prime Group Realty Trust – which became successors-in-interest to Prime’s senior housing and office/industrial divisions.

In 1997, Ambassador Apartments, Inc. was acquired by Apartment Investment and Management Company, Inc. (“AIMCO”) in a stock-for-stock merger. In 2000, Brookdale Living Communities, Inc. was acquired by Fortress Real Estate Investments following a friendly cash tender offer. Recently, Prime Retail, Inc. and Prime Group Realty Trust were separately sold in cash-for-stock merger transactions.

From 2000 until 2003, Mr. Reschke served on the board of World Business Chicago – a public-private non-profit organization founded in 2000 to promote and market the City of Chicago on a national basis to business leaders looking for a place to start, expand or relocate their businesses. Currently, Mr. Reschke is a member of the Real Estate Roundtable in Washington, D.C., the Urban Land Institute, the Economic Club of Chicago, and the Chicago

Chamber of Commerce.

Mr. Reschke is a summa cum laude graduate from Northern Illinois University, receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting with Honors in 1977. Mr. Reschke also is a summa cum laude graduate from the University of Illinois College of Law, receiving a Juris Doctorate degree in 1980. Mr. Reschke is licensed to practice law in the State

of Illinois.

Kate Ivanova, Executive Vice President with McHugh Construction brings over 25 years of industry leadership experience. With excellent results, she continues to define and communicate corporate objectives and goals, develop and mentor successful teams, and ensure the best possible experience for all of McHugh’s clientele.

Ivanova’s career with McHugh Construction spans two continents and more than two

decades. A native of Russia, she started her career with McHugh International in

Moscow. Her leadership skills evolved over the years through direct, diverse experience in key field positions, focusing on construction, renovations, and historic restorations for McHugh’s hospitality portfolio. This portfolio includes projects such as historic

Blackstone Hotel, five-star properties like The Peninsula and Ritz Carlton, and most

recently - the first of its kind in the Midwest – L7 Chicago by Lotte hotel brand.

Kate has a successful track record in project leadership and is respected by

professionals all across the industry because of her in-depth knowledge and passion for bringing the clients’ vision to life. Ivanova is a board member of Chicagoland Association of General Contractors (CAGC) is a long-time board member of Revive Center for Housing and Healing - whose mission is to end homelessness in Chicago. She lives in Wilmette, Illinois with her family.

Kinjal Patel serves as President of McHugh Construction, bringing more than 25 years ofnleadership experience in the construction industry. He leads the firm’s strategic direction while continuing to build upon McHugh’s 128-year legacy of delivering complex, high-profile structures across the country. Under Kinjal’s leadership, McHugh has strengthened its expertise in high-rise construction, sports and entertainment, luxury residential, hospitality, and specialty-use facilities.

Kinjal has also helped expand McHugh’s presence in mountain, resort, and luxury lifestyle markets, including ongoing work at Dobson Ice Arena. He is highly focused on strategically building teams capable of executing logistically complex projects in constrained urban environments, active operating facilities, and challenging resort destinations where precision, coordination, and adaptability are critical to success. Prior to joining McHugh, Kinjal served as Construction Executive General Manager for the Midwest region at Lendlease, overseeing regional operations and business development across multiple sectors.

Infuse Hospitality Founder and Chairman, Michael Schultz, brings over a quarter century of experience in the hospitality industry and a proven track record of success and profitability. From casual restaurants to fine dining establishments, his expertise and leadership combined with his passion for top-notch hospitality has yielded a very loyal following. Throughout his tenure, Michael has created numerous brands, built successful leadership teams, and has mentored countless individuals. With his many years of experience, he founded Infuse Hospitality. Infuse Hospitality creates and operates first-in-class F&B amenities for companies and organizations without the resources to do so. From mobile cart solutions, to full cafe and restaurant branding, to operational services and supply chain management, Infuse Hospitality is a one-stop-solution for the best in specialty food and beverage experiences. Operating more than 25 million square feet across North America, the Infuse Hospitality portfolio includes partners such as Tishman Speyer, Spaces, Conagra Brands, and Jones Lang Lasalle (JLL). The portfolio also boasts Infuse Hospitality’s first brick and mortar concept, Fairgrounds Craft Coffee & Tea, a first-of-a-kind cafe offering a variety of craft coffee roasters, specialty teas and fresh, chef made food under one roof. With eight locations across the nation, Fairgrounds is redefining the coffeehouse experience with more options than ever.

Shane is all about supporting every aspect of the team and helping owners create plans for their real estate assets. Shane’s passion for real estate is fueled by the tangible nature of the industry and the profound impact it has on people’s everyday lives.

Armed with an engineering degree from the University of Iowa, Shane brings problem-solving skills and a logical, operational mindset to the table. Shane is incredibly invested in every project that Cross Street tackles, and as a true leader, he cares deeply about the success of each and every team member at Cross Street.

Early in his career, Shane discovered his entrepreneurial spirit and a love for inspiring others to do the same. Real estate became the perfect balance of hard work and lifestyle, allowing him to put his family first. In his free time, you’ll find Shane playing soccer, walking his dog Taj, and spending quality moments with his wife Erica and three daughters, Sloane, Rafael and Zoe. Shane can’t live without his family—they are the cornerstone of his life.

Shane’s greatest strength is his attentive listening. He thrives on the entrepreneurial nature of the real estate business, finding joy in inspiring others to take the plunge. Friends would describe him as someone who rallies the troops, and clients see him as a true partner in their real estate endeavors.

Alan D. Lev is the Chairman of Belgravia Group, Ltd., a Chicago based, and

Phoenix area residential homebuilder specializing in townhome, condominium, and

apartment developments. Belgravia has developed over 2,500 homes in Chicago as well

as rental apartments and commercial projects, and three times recently was awarded

Developer of the Year from Chicago Agent Magazine and Impact Award winner from

Lincoln Park Builders of Chicago. He is also in the Homebuilders Association of Greater

Chicago Court of Honor and the Merchandise Mart Hall of Fame. Alan joined Belgravia

Group in 1989.

Mr. Lev earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Accountancy in 1982 from the

University of Illinois at Urbana- Champaign. He later obtained his J.D. from Loyola

University of Chicago in 1985. During law school he worked in the tax department at

Price Waterhouse. Mr. Lev practiced real estate law from 1985-1989 at Greenberger,

Kraus and Jacobs and then Goldberg, Kohn, et al. He has been a CPA since 1982, an

attorney since 1985, a licensed real estate broker since 1989, a licensed insurance broker

since 2012, a licensed personal trainer since 2017 and a Registered Investment Advisor

since 2020. Alan is a proud member of the Chicago Association of Realtors, is Past

President of the Homebuilders Association of Greater Chicago, is Past Chairman of the

Illinois Division of the American Cancer Society, a member of the Directors Loan

Committee at First Bank Chicago and on the Advisory Board of TRO Investment

Advisors, Blip Energy and Equilibrium Ventures. He has a strong attachment to the

Chicago area and the University of Illinois and has been involved in many charitable and

civic organizations and with the University of Illinois by guest lecturing in the business

school, funding a scholarship, participating in the business school job shadow program,

and serving on the Business Alumni Board and Dean’s Business Council.

Brian is the founder and CEO of LG Group and has spent the last 17 years developing over $2 billion in high-end residential and commercial projects. His expertise has grown to include a multitude of project types over several different asset classes, consistently focusing on high design and cutting-edge technology. His relentless pursuit of the highest level of quality and service has led LG to become a top tier, vertically integrated platform that today includes development, construction, asset management, leasing, and interior design.

Brian is most proud of LG’s work with several local hiring programs in the community to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion. Brian is also involved in several local charities benefiting Chicago’s disadvantaged youth (Camp Out for Kids), homeless (Back on My Feet) veterans (Herban Produce), and various mental health (Pariah Foundation & Tourette Association of America) as well as the YWCA and JUF.

Brian graduated from the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign with a Bachelor’s and Master’s of Science in General Engineering, as well as an MBA. Brian lives in Lincoln Park with his beloved wife of 14 years, two incredible daughters, and two mischievous dogs. In his spare time, Brian loves to stay active with golf, tennis, and fishing.

Seema Radhakrishnan serves as the Multfamily Midwest Regional Director for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Prior to returning to HUD in April 2024, Seema served as an Advisor in Fannie Mae’s ESG – Duty to Serve group. In her role as Advisor, she led Fannie Mae’s Affordable Housing Preservation efforts under the Duty to Serve plan, which encompasses LIHTC debt, Section 8 debt, development financing, state and local programs, and various outreach and technical assistance objectives. Prior to joining Fannie Mae, Seema served in leadership positions at HUD, which included the facilitation of public housing repositioning and policy, and underwriting FHA multifamily transactions. Before joining HUD, Seema was at the Illinois Housing Development Authority, where she worked on Low Income Housing Tax Credit allocations and affordable housing policy for the state of Illinois. Seema also held various roles in the private sector prior to entering the public sector, in commercial real estate finance, tenant leasing, and SBA underwriting. Seema received her Bachelor of Science and Art degrees in Economics and English from the University of California, Irvine and her MBA in Real Estate Finance and Entrepreneurship from DePaul University.

Jennifer has been a fixture in the Chicago construction scene for more than two decades. Before joining Gl, Jennifer worked with Gl Stone on many projects over the last 12 years while she worked as a Project Manager for McHugh Construction. Jennifer holds a Master of Project Management from DeVry University's Keller Graduate School of Management and a bachelor's degree in civil engineering from the University of Southern Illinois.

As an African American female Jennifer has enriched our workplace culture, and we deeply value her unique perspective and experiences as Jennifer has been able to leverage her talents to lead construction teams on a variety of interior renovations, historical renovation, Retail developments, hospitality projects, commercial construction projects and adaptive reuse projects for clients ranging from American Airlines to The Peninsula Chicago.

Jennifer cut her teeth for a couple of Chicago-based General Contractor firms before decided to join us as the company's Director of Special Projects on January 18*, 2024. Jennifer will oversee the company's growing body of institutional projects, including the Obama Presidential Center.

Katriina is Managing Partner of Thompson Coburn’s Chicago office and helps clients navigate challenging land use and zoning issues throughout the city of Chicago and surrounding suburbs, paving the way for successful developments. She combines a deep understanding of highly technical and constantly evolving regulations with the strong relationships she's built with zoning and economic development departments across the Chicago region.

Katriina is particularly sought out for her mastery of land use entitlements in Chicago and surrounding suburbs. From single-family homes to large-scale mixed-use master planned developments, Katriina advocates for a broad range of clients before the Chicago and suburban plan commissions, zoning and economic development committees, zoning boards of appeals and village boards in all matters related to land use and zoning.

Katriina also provides zoning analysis and entitlement due diligence on properties across the country. She also negotiates development agreements related to TIF, development incentives, special service areas, special assessments, right-of-way agreements and utility services.