Steven Klein serves as Managing Partner for Gerson Preston, the Miami-based accounting and advisory firm, that successfully transitioned from its well-known founding partners to a new generation of leaders under Steven’s guidance.

As Managing Partner, Steven leads a collaborative group of partners who share responsibility for the firm’s governance, finances, service delivery, recruitment, and growth strategy. Steven and his partners are committed to the firm’s core values of providing consistent, high-quality representation with experienced, innovative, and proactive CPA’s and financial advisors.

Together, they have carefully cultivated the firm’s reputation as a sophisticated, capable, multicultural team of professionals, many of whom were trained at national accounting firms and all of whom have chosen Gerson Preston because of its culture of organic growth, teamwork and enduring working relationships.

Steven continues to represent his many long-time clients on issues relating to the management of financial audit and attest engagements, business consulting, advising on mergers and acquisitions, tax compliance and research issues, as well as, presiding over financial reporting and related internal accounting control design and implementation matters.

An experienced veteran of a national accounting firm and thirty-plus year CPA, Steven is a people person who embraces the importance of business and personal relationships to understand and pursue his client’s financial goals. He takes pride in helping his clients build successful businesses, many of which reflect Miami’s entrepreneurial and global economy, such as real estate development, professional services, technology, international business and investments, retail and hospitality.

Steven previously chaired the firm’s Assurance & Accounting Services practice overseeing financial reporting, audits, attestation, and accounting advisory services.

Along with his international team, Steven helped establish the Firm’s presence internationally through its active participation in worldwide accounting and law association networks. The Firm can service clients global needs that may require expertise and presence in jurisdictions throughout the world, previously the domain of only large multinational firms.

Lela Cirjakovic joined JLL to lead the firm’s national multi housing property management platform in America. Working with national and regional leadership, Lela will focus on building and growing client relationships across the platform.

Lela has nearly 30 years of experience in real estate asset management. Prior to JLL, Lela served as executive vice president of operations at Waterton, a vertically integrated real estate investment firm. In this role, she had direct oversight of Waterton’s Portfolio of multifamily properties and was responsible for the strategic direction of the management platform, enhancing the portfolio’s financial performance and the resident experience. Lela was a voting member of Waterton’s leadership and investment committees while managing operations, sales, marketing and technology.

Prior to joining Waterton, she spent 12 years at CAMCO, Inc., a Chicago multifamily property management company where she served as member of the Senior Executive Committee and as regional property manager overseeing the company’s Midwest operations. Previously, Lela was a regional property manager for Midland Property Management where she was responsible for 8 properties in 4 states. Ms. Cirjakovic’s career began at the Illinois Housing Development Authority where she was an asset manager.

Tom leads capital procurement and financing of CRG’s residential developments and acquisitions. He joined the firm in 2021 after nearly 10 years at McCaffery Interests, where he financed assets and development projects worth over $1 billion in value.

In his previous role, Tom led a team responsible for planning, underwriting and financing urban mixed-use developments. He focused on acquiring land and value-add properties, structuring equity investments in joint venture development projects and providing advisory services on real estate investment strategies for institutions, pension funds and high net worth individuals.

Prior to that, Tom was a Managing Director at McKinley, Inc. There he was responsible for asset management and client relationships for McKinley’s third-party management assets. He also lead a team through due diligence, repositioning and financing of multifamily assets in the McKinley’s owned portfolio.

Tom began his career at Borders Group, Inc. where he worked in several finance and real estate positions. He graduated Summa Cum Laude with a degree in Economics & Management from Beloit College, where he was a Rhodes Scholar nominee, and holds an MBA with High Distinction from the University of Michigan Ross School of Business. He lives in Chicago with his wife and two kids.

Roger Daniel is the founder and President of Daniel Management Group, Inc. He is also President of DMG Leasing (dmgleasing.com), the leasing division of Daniel Management Group, Inc. In these capacities, Roger is responsible for the day-to-day management and leasing of a portfolio consisting of over 2,000 units around the broader Midwest. In 2021, Roger co-founded DMG Capital (dmgcapital.com), a real estate investment firm focused on sourcing, underwriting and structuring multifamily real estate transactions. Prior to creating Daniel Management Group, Inc., Roger held various positions in multifamily leasing, property management, acquisitions, and brokerage. Roger’s work history includes roles at The Habitat Company, Village Green Companies, Northwestern Mutual Real Estate and others. Roger earned a Bachelor of Arts degree, with honors, from the University of Wisconsin. He is a

licensed Real Estate Managing Broker, a member of the Chicagoland Apartment Association, a member of EUBA, and a member of the Chicago Association of Realtors.

Samantha Miller is a Senior Vice President and Mortgage Banker at KeyBank Real Estate Capital, based in Chicago. She leads multifamily debt origination efforts across the Midwest and is focused on new business development and relationship management for real estate owners, investors, and developers. Samantha is known for her collaborative, solutions‑oriented approach, working across internal teams to deliver strategic financing structures aligned with clients’ long‑term investment objectives.

Prior to joining KeyBank, Samantha was a Senior Producer at Freddie Mac, where she developed deep expertise in multifamily finance. She specializes in student housing and manufactured housing, bringing disciplined underwriting insight and market perspective to complex transactions.

Samantha has served as Chair of mPact, the Mortgage Bankers Association’s Emerging Leaders Board, and is actively involved in the Wisconsin Real Estate Alumni Association and the Real Estate Financial Forum. She earned her Bachelor of Business Administration in Real Estate & Urban Land Economics and Marketing from the University of Wisconsin–Madison.

Jim has over 10 years of experience in leadership roles within private real estate development firms and property management companies.

Jim is a highly regarded leader in the real estate industry in Chicago, and he brings significant experience to his role at CLA. His previous work with a rapidly growing developer has given him the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in this position. With a background in both real estate development and property management, Jim is equipped to provide clients with the specialized industry expertise they need.

Jim is proficient in CLA's CAAS (Client Accounting and Advisory Services) practice, where he helps clients to outsource and enhance their accounting functions. Working alongside a team of skilled accountants, he plays a key role in optimizing and managing a wide range of accounting and finance functions for clients. Drawing on best practices from a diverse client base, Jim is able to provide clients with valuable insights and guidance to help them achieve their financial goals.

Through a specialized industry approach, CLA is among the nation’s leading professional services firm offering tax, assurance, consulting, digital, and wealth advisory.

As the Vice President of Affordable for Habitat Affordable Group, Mye’l Lassiter oversees the operations for over 6,000 units and growing. She is dedicated to helping families find affordable housing and is committed to making housing clean, safe, sanitary, affordable, sustainable, attainable, and available.

Mye’l is a seasoned professional in the affordable property management industry with over 20 years of experience. She began her career in 2003 as a temporary employee and has worked her way up through various positions, gaining valuable insight and expertise along the way. She is well-known for her strategic approach to turning troubled properties around, solving intricate operational issues, and developing operational policies that create not only a great place to live, but also a positive work environment.

Throughout her career, Mye’l has worked with notable companies and has gained extensive experience with various housing programs, including but not limited to Section 8, Section 811, LIHTC, SRN, CLIHTF, Permanent Supportive Housing, and more. Mye’l holds several certifications, including Certified Occupancy Specialist, Tax Credit Specialist, REAC, Management Occupancy Review Specialist, and more.

Mye’l firmly believes that housing is not just a basic necessity, but also a crucial factor in maintaining mental stability and overall well-being. For Mye’l, the business of affordable housing is not just about buildings, but about people. She strives to enhance the quality of life for residents by effectively adding value to their living experience. With her passion, expertise, and dedication, Mye’l continues to make a significant impact in the affordable property management industry.

Brian manages multifamily construction projects and teams for Skender, a premier construction firm with an extensive portfolio of affordable housing, senior living, supportive living and market-rate work. He has over 15 years of construction experience and a business degree from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

Cesar Diaz is a Managing Director on the NewPoint Originations team. Based in

Chicago, he is responsible for originating the firm’s full suite of lending solutions nationwide. With 15 years of real estate finance experience, Diaz has expertise in Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, HUD/FHA and construction lending executions for affordable and conventional multifamily properties.

He held the role of Screening Director at Barings Multifamily Capital prior to its acquisition by NewPoint. Previously, he was a Senior Producer at Freddie Mac Multifamily, specializing in Small Balance Loans. Before that, he was with a national bank where he held several roles in construction lending, working exclusively on affordable housing projects.

Diaz earned a BBA from the Wisconsin School of Business at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Molly is a partner in the Chicago Office of Siegel Jennings, a national property tax law firm. As a litigator and trusted advisor, she collaborates with Owners, Asset Managers, Acquisition teams and Tax Departments to identify, create and execute property tax reduction strategies. She becomes a member of her clients’ management team. Her goal is to maximize and protect the full potential of real estate assets, minimize related tax liabilities, and resolve disputes with tax authorities and government entities.

Molly’s client experience ranges from family owned 1031 portfolios to national commercial investment funds, including special use properties such as hospital campuses to multi-million-dollar manufacturing facilities.

Her comprehensive understanding of the commercial real estate market was developed in part through her time as a real estate broker in the Chicago area prior to starting her legal career. Molly regularly represents clients in hearings before review boards, local assessors’ offices, the

Illinois Property Tax Appeal Board, and the circuit courts.

Chuck Hurchalla is the president of Evolution Sustainability Group. He has over 30 years of experience in the deregulated energy markets, including natural gas, electricity and petroleum products. He is considered a subject matter expert on hedging strategies and the fundamental and technical drivers of movements in the energy markets, including renewable products. In addition, he has been instrumental in helping clients develop comprehensive energy management solutions that meet or exceed energy efficiency and sustainability goals.

Since joining Focus, Justin has help deliver over $1.9B in real estate value to the Chicago and surrounding suburban markets. Additionally, Justin has assembled a truly diverse development team that executes a variety of complex real estate development matters including entitlements and public policy, detailed budgeting and proformas, architectural design coordination and construction oversight. Justin's 20 years of experience pursuing unique infill development opportunities in markets with high barriers of entry has help Focus secure a reputation for delivering impactful real estate which retains its value.

Jordan began his real estate career in 2004 in Manhattan at Deutsche Bank followed by Ernst & Young in their Commercial Mortgage Backed Securities groups. In 2006 Jordan moved to Chicago where he began working on various real estate development deals. Since that time he has seen the height and trough of the real estate market. Currently, Jordan is overseeing the construction and redevelopment of JK Equities’ existing portfolio as well as working on new projects.

Matthew Berry is a seasoned real estate professional with almost 15 years of experience advising, investing, and practicing law in the industry. He is the Founder and Principal of Wayland Real Estate Capital, a boutique sponsor of real estate investments for high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and small institutional investors. In addition, Matthew serves as an independent advisor to The John Buck Company, a premier vertically integrated developer of trophy office and multifamily assets nationwide, where he previously served as Managing Director and focused on partnership and fund formation for the company’s development and value-add investment opportunities. During this time, Matthew led the capitalization of over $450M of single-asset joint ventures and comingled vehicles. Prior to joining JBC, he practiced law at Skadden Arps, where he led the closing of over $5B of real estate transactions. Matthew earned his BS from Northwestern University, and subsequently his JD from Northwestern University School of Law. Matthew’s civic involvement includes positions on the Board of Directors of the Northwestern University Law Fund, the Northwestern University Leadership Circle Chicago Regional Board, and the Board of Directors of the Civic Federation.

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.

As Chief Investment Officer & Partner, Daniel leads the company’s overall investment strategy. His responsibilities include sourcing and analyzing potential investment opportunities, building the capital stack, and structuring joint ventures. He also assists with portfolio management and investor relations.

Prior to joining LG, Daniel served as a Vice President of JLL’s Capital Markets Group where he focused on development and adaptive reuse assets. Daniel has closed over $1 billion of real estate transactions during his 17 years in the industry.

Daniel holds a BA in Business Communications from the University of Kansas and a certificate in urban real estate from the UIC Graduate School of Business. He is a LEED accredited professional and a member of the Urban Land Institute.

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.

Scott Sattler is a partner in the firm’s Chicago, IL office. He serves as a

trusted advisor to real estate developers and managers, professional services companies, manufacturers, construction contractors, and wealthy families. A key component of Scott's client relationships is the assistance he offers when they face significant decisions as well as daily business needs.

Scott has extensive experience in accounting, taxation, and business

consulting, with a specialized focus in the real estate sector. He also assists clients with due diligence and related advice regarding mergers, acquisitions, and the disposition of companies and their assets. He also advises clients, utilizing trust/estate and partnership tax laws, on structuring for both estate and income tax purposes for business and asset acquisitions and dispositions, including tax deferred exchanges.

Scott has extensive knowledge when it comes to assisting closely held companies and individuals with all aspects of financial matters, with an emphasis on advising pass-through entities and their owners.

Previously, Scott was a partner at Shepard Schwartz & Harris LLP, which

joined Citrin Cooperman in 2022.

Megan has 22 years of experience in the multi-family industry serving in various roles in property operations. She began her career with Hills Properties as a Leasing Consultant and quickly assumed roles as an Assistant Manager, Property Manager and finally, District Manager. Prior to PLK, Megan was a Regional Supervisor with Lifestyle Communities, Associated Estates Real Estate Corporation and Fairfield Residential. Prior to becoming Chief Operations Officer with PLK Communities, Megan served as Vice President of Operations when joining the company in February of 2016. Megan has experience in varied markets including Houston, Louisville, Lexington, Columbus, Dayton and Cincinnati. She has experience with stabilized, value-add renovated communities and lease-up developments throughout her career, with a unit count currently closing in on 7,000 units and growing. Megan was named a 2016 Rising Star of YWCA of Cincinnati Academy of Career Women of Achievement. She’s been a Forty under 40 nominee with the Cincinnati Business Courier and participated in the BizWomen mentoring event in 2020-2024. Most recently, Megan was recognized as a finalist in the Cincinnati Business Courier 2020, 2022 and 2023 C-Suite Awards for Top Chief Operations Officer. She is an accomplished and influential leader who is passionate about the ongoing development and promotion of others.

She is a graduate of Bethel College with a major in Business Management and a minor in Psychology.

Jennifer is a Managing Partner, Chief Operating Officer and a member of Highgate’s Investment Committee. She is responsible for the firm’s asset management and portfolio operations. She oversees the execution of the firm’s portfolio and asset level strategy, which includes managing all third-party property management relationships, overseeing capital improvement projects and executing property-level business plans.

Prior to Highgate, Jennifer was a Vice President at Stockbridge Capital Group, where she was responsible for the firm’s $600 million Southeast and Midwest multifamily portfolio. Jennifer also served as an Asset Manager and Deputy Portfolio Manager for Capri Capital Group, and began her career with Jones Lang LaSalle and LaSalle Investment Management.

Jennifer holds a B.S. in Building Construction from the Georgia Institute of Technology and a M.B.A. from Emory University. She has received several awards including “Emerging Leader in Multifamily” from Real Estate Forum, “40 Under 40” from the Robert Toigo Foundation, and in 2021 was selected as a “Rising Star” by CREW Chicago. She is a board member for Jetty Financial Services’ Real Estate Advisory Board and she is a board member for Amalgamated Bank of Chicago.

Ariana brings over 12 years of experience in the multifamily industry. Prior to joining JLL, Ariana served as SVP, Head of Residential Management for The John Buck Company (JBC). In this role, she oversaw the firm’s multifamily portfolio of Class A residential communities located in Chicago, as well as a mixed-use portfolio in Boulder consisting of multifamily, office and retail. She was responsible for lease-up and stabilized residential assets and assisted with consulting on the firm’s new developments nationwide. Ariana also served as Director of Residential Management for McCaffery Interests, overseeing Class A multifamily properties, as well as Director of Operations for The Laramar Group, overseeing the operations for a 51-building portfolio, focusing on renovations and value-add.

Based in Chicago, Ariana has more than a decade of experience in this market. She most recently oversaw a 586 unit lease up in the West Loop submarket and transitioned the property through stabilization, and oversee several stabilized assets in the Loop and River North submarkets. She will be assigned to oversee The Dylan at the regional level.

Janh Juliene Gaffud is the Director of On-Site Property Management for 33 Realty, a Poplar Company, overseeing a diverse portfolio comprising of over 2000 residential and commercial doors. Janh has been in multi-family residential property management for over a decade, managing residential properties in various capacities in South Florida, Chicago, Chicagoland, and Michigan. Janh’s initial role as property manager at 33 provided the experience and insight needed to propel her into new roles of increased responsibility through the years including Senior Property Manager for a Scattered Site Portfolio, On-Site Property Manager, and Assistant Director of Luxury On-Site Property Management. In her current role, Janh continues her focus on identifying and procuring new management opportunities, building client relationships, and identifying new areas of revenue for both third-party property owners and 33's property management department leveraging her diverse background in operations. Janh is also a licensed Real Estate broker in Illinois and a member of the Chicago Association of Realtors.

Elizabeth Erikson is a seasoned sales management professional with over a decade of experience in sales, marketing, operations, and management in single family and multifamily sectors. She began her career as a Leasing Agent at Mac Properties in Hyde Park, where she excelled as a top-performing sales agent. She then served as the Marketing and Sales Manager at National Home Rentals, where Elizabeth managed a team of sales and marketing agents, and achieved over 95% occupancy year-over-year. In 2019, Elizabeth was a founding member of Kairos Living, a single family operator in Chicago, as the National Sales Manager, where she recruited, onboarded, trained, and supervised a national sales team responsible for 2,500 single-family homes across 88 metropolitan areas in 18 states. Elizabeth joined Luxer One in 2023, where she led national sales efforts by pioneering a new service-based service called Luxer Liaison as the Market Development Manager. She is currently the Regional Director of Sales for the Central region, where she leverages her analytical and data-driven mindset to drive sales by partnering with Luxer One’s value-added reseller channel partners. Elizabeth is a proud member of Luxer One’s DEIB committee, and believes in advancing equity in the multifamily community. She was born and raised in Omaha, Nebraska and holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln.

Javier joined the Xfinity Communities team in 2019 as Manager of Commercial Development. He led a successful Account Executive team through sales growth and acquisition strategy. Now, Javier brings his 19 years of experience and leadership in the telecom industry to lead and drive MDU growth and expansion in Comcast’s Greater Chicago Region.

Javier was a member of the United States Marine Corps Reserve where he received meritorious promotions and graduated at the top of Military Occupational Specialty class. He attended Northeastern Illinois University and is a member of several organizations including HACIA, IHCC, ASIS, and the Metropolitan Leadership Institute.

Jared Rubin is a Co-founder and Principal of Range Group, a real estate development and management company focusing on ground up and value add opportunities across asset classes. Jared’s passion for real estate started at a young age while working as a property manager for his family’s real estate company. Jared began his career working with the Real Estate Valuation and Consulting Group at KPMG. Thereafter, he joined Shapack Partners helping it transform Fulton Market from an industrial meat packing area into one of the country’s most vibrant and growth-oriented neighborhoods. At Shapack Partners, his responsibilities included identifying, modeling and exercising intense diligence on acquisition targets across several asset classes, including office, retail, luxury multi-family and hospitality projects.

Jared graduated from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University with a BS in Finance-Real Estate and lives in Chicago’s Fulton Market with his wife.

Michael Israel, based in Chicago, is a prominent entrepreneur and innovation leader with deep expertise in the technology and real estate sectors. Over the past decade, Michael Israel has been at the forefront of launching and scaling disruptive startups, driving

success in both software and hardware industries. His ability to innovate has made him a sought-after figure in the venture capital-backed startup community.

Currently, Michael Israel holds the position of Chief Innovation Officer at Shapack Partners, a role that underscores his leadership in Chicago’s dynamic real estate market. In addition, he runs DISRVPT VENTURES, an independent consulting firm serving top-tier

clients such as LG Group, Kiferbaum Development, Finalyze Capital, Mode Mobile, and Mark Cuban Companies. Michael Israel’s influence extends across various sectors, reinforcing his status as a key player in the Chicago innovation scene.

Marat Sedenkov has been at the vanguard of innovation within the integrated and life safety solutions industry for more than 25 years and counting. LaMarco Systems, the company Marat founded in Chicago in 1998, has established a reputation for delivering top-notch custom solutions for multifamily markets and beyond.

Marat remains dedicated to the safety and security of the multifamily industry, as LaMarco's expansion continues across the country. Marat's leadership and expertise in fire, security, and access control solutions have earned the trust of a wide range of clients, from small businesses to large corporations. He is considered the expert in Multifamily technology solutions. Currently, LaMarco Systems is providing services for large property owners, developers and construction companies. Clients such as: Willow Bridge, Grey Stone Group, McShane, LG Development, Wingspan, Tucker Development and etc.

Looking ahead, Marat and the Lamarco Systems team remain steadfast in their commitment to innovation as they provide reliable, state-of-the-art and custom tailored security solutions for the multifamily market, setting the industry standard for safety, security, and protection

As President of Avanath Investment & Development (AVID), a subsidiary of Avanath Capital Management, Keith Harris is responsible for the firm’s development activities across the U.S., including its venture with Vessel Technologies, Inc. Vessel is a mission-driven housing product company that provides key components of a building already completed through an industrial manufacturing process, which delivers full development of an apartment community swiftly and efficiently at scale. AVID focuses on the expansion of Avanath’s affordable housing portfolio, utilizing relationships with Housing Agencies and Cities throughout the country. Prior to the formation of AVID, Mr. Harris was Executive Vice President of Avanath’s Investment Group, responsible for the firm’s national acquisitions, financing, asset management, and capital renovation activities. He has more than 40 years of experience in real estate including work in acquisitions, dispositions, asset management, lending, and investment structuring. Before joining Avanath, Mr. Harris was Senior Vice President of the Bozzuto Group, an experience-focused real estate company founded in 1988 that acquired, developed, and built more than 50,000 homes and apartments. His responsibilities included institutional capital raising and client relations. Prior to Bozzuto, he spent 14 years at The Laramar Group, most recently serving as Chief Investment Officer. In this role, he led the firm’s acquisitions and dispositions as well as client capital management. Over the course of his tenure with The Laramar Group, he oversaw investment transactions for more than 30,000 apartment units valued at approximately $3 billion. Mr. Harris also spent 12 years with Heitman Capital Management and JMB Realty Corporation.

Mr. Mutz is the Chairman & CEO of AMLI Residential, which he co-founded in 1980. He received a B.A. from DePauw University in 1967 and a J.D. from the University of Michigan Law School in 1973. Mr. Mutz served as an infantry lieutenant in Vietnam (1968-69)

George Sorich is a Registered Architect with more than 30 years of professional experience in mixed-use, multi-residential design. He is an accomplished leader of multidisciplinary teams across North America and the UK. George has an innate ability to identify emerging housing trends and translates that knowledge to early-stage designs enabling clients, owners and investors to capitalize on ROI. As leader of the Residential sector at NORR, George has identified three key trends that have staying power for the foreseeable future. These trends include work-from-home spaces, adaptive reuse opportunities and integrated development strategies. His focus is finding value and incentives in office-to-residential and office-to-hotel conversions with a greater vision of urban regeneration to attract capital to downtown cores through land and asset redevelopment.

Michael McKenna has more than 25 years’ experience in institutional asset and property management and has held several senior executive roles within the multifamily industry. Mr. McKenna joined Ansonia in 2019 and oversees all property management and administrative functions related to Ansonia’s multifamily portfolio. In that role, he is responsible for all operations, capital improvement plans, and assists in coordinating due diligence and transitions for new assets and dispositions. In addition to his experience, he has earned several professional accreditations including CPM, CAM, TCS and COS and received a BS from the University of Phoenix.