Amy Thomas is the Director of Real Estate at Rethos, where she leads initiatives focused on reactivating and reinvesting in historic buildings. She also serves on the Minneapolis Heritage Preservation Commission. With a background in technical program management and community revitalization, Amy works to balance economic growth with cultural preservation and equitable access. She has experience across public, private, and nonprofit sectors, helping communities realize the full potential of their built environments. At Rethos, she champions place-based solutions that celebrate local identity while addressing modern urban challenges.

Josh Maddox is a native of Southeastern Michigan. Josh studied architecture at

Lawrence Technological University and received his Master of Architecture Degree at

Pratt Institute in Brooklyn NY. After returning to Detroit, Josh worked at SmithGroup as a

designer and project architect before joining 4545 Architecture. Throughout his career,

Josh has delivered projects ranging from single family homes, higher education

buildings, and high-rise towers. As a designer, Josh’s interests are centered in how new

architecture can be integrated into existing neighborhood contexts and how to

strengthen the relationships between the projects and the community. In his own

community, Josh is an avid cyclist, and in 2014 co-founded WRENCH Detroit, an

organization that provides free bicycle maintenance and repair services to children in

Detroit neighborhoods. After spending over a decade renovating and living in a 1912

rowhouse in Detroit’s historic Woodbridge neighborhood, Josh and his family recently

completed a new-construction home in Detroit’s North End. Josh brings this lived

experience to all of his projects.

As Senior Vice President of Development for Olympia Development of Michigan,

Stefan leads the planning, execution, and delivery of strategic real estate initiatives

within The District Detroit. With more than 25 years of experience as an executive,

co-founder, and principal in private equity real estate firms and related operating

businesses, he brings a proven record of driving growth, profitability, and innovation

across diverse real estate portfolios and asset classes.

Mr. Stration’s expertise spans the full spectrum of real estate development including

project planning, acquisitions, design programming, joint ventures, capital funding,

sales, marketing, and leasing. His leadership has guided numerous complex

developments from concept to completion across multiple property types.

A passionate advocate for community and wellness-focused development, Stefan is

actively involved with organizations such as the Michigan Senior Olympics,

Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, Urban Land Institute, Meals on Wheels, and the Detroit

Economic Club. He holds real estate broker licenses in Michigan and Georgia and is

accredited by both the International WELL Building Institute (WELL AP) and Fitwel

as an Ambassador.

Trae Allman is Principal and Co-Founder of Innovo Development Group, where he leads the

firm’s development strategy and execution. With over 25 years of experience in commercial real estate, Trae has overseen the development of projects totaling nearly $1 billion in value, more than 20 million square feet, and over 2,000 for-rent housing units across diverse asset classes including industrial, multifamily, and mixed-use.

Trae is a results-driven leader known for bringing complex projects online expediently and under budget. He guides Innovo’s efforts from initial site evaluation through zoning, entitlement, and construction, ensuring alignment with both municipal priorities and community needs. His focus on execution and efficiency has helped position Innovo as a trusted partner in urban transformation, particularly throughout Michigan.

In his role, Trae also directs day-to-day operations, manages multidisciplinary teams, and builds strong relationships with municipalities and local governments—advancing projects that

strengthen neighborhoods and create lasting economic impact.

Beverly is a native Detroiter with over forty years of experience in the architectural and construction industry. She has built a successful practice by boldly prioritizing Detroit, its communities, and the restoration of vintage buildings.