Alex Hancock is the Senior Vice President, National Sales & Leasing for Howard Hughes, overseeing the creation of a strategic national platform to expand outreach and business development for commercial opportunities.

Mr. Hancock joined Howard Hughes in 2023. Prior to Howard Hughes, he served as Executive Vice President at Transwestern Commercial Services, one of the largest privately held brokerage firms in the country, where he was consistently ranked among the top ten brokers in the nation. While at Transwestern, he led third- party leasing efforts for over 12M SF of office assets in the Mid-Atlantic, including Reston Town Center and Downtown Columbia. Previously, he worked for Cushman & Wakefield and Newmark representing leading corporations on a range of real estate strategies.

Mr. Hancock graduated from Wake Forest University with a B.S. in Economics.

Itiel Kaplan is the CEO at Maple Development. He is a Certified Public Accountant with

a B.A in Economics and Accounting from Bar Ilan University, Israel. He leads the

development team in Houston and oversees acquisitions, deal structuring, complex

business plans and development strategies. Itiel has extensive experience in real estate

development and previously worked for one of New York’s most active and prolific

developers. His extensive network in Houston includes some of the most reputable

professionals in the industry such as master-planned community engineers, municipal

district attorneys, land planners, landscaping architects, and financial advisors. Itiel is a

father of four and understands the importance of planning communities for families.

As the President and Chief Development Officer, Peter Barnhart brings more than 30 years of expertise in the acquisition, development, and sales. His extensive financial, construction, and marketing skills, coupled with a unique combination of experience in both commercial and community development, helps the team create environments that are appealing to live, work, and play.

Within Caldwell Companies, Barnhart plays a lead role in identifying, acquiring, and developing properties across the company’s entire platform. He is highly involved in the acquisition process for all projects.

Peter's broad real estate background includes a six-year tenure with RealtiCorp Commercial Investment Fund in Greenville, SC. Starting as the Director of Sales and Marketing and progressing to Regional Partner, he was part of a team that managed many land development transactions across seven different cities, involving thousands of acres of land. Peter also gained experience with Byzance, Inc. and Plantation Homes.

A Houston native, Peter earned his bachelor's degree in Construction Science and his master's degree in Land and Real Estate Development, both from Texas A&M University. He is an active member of the Urban Land Institute, Texas A&M Real Estate Development Association Professional Advisory Board, and Texas A&M University’s Century Club.

Beyond his professional life, Peter enjoys golfing, fishing, hunting, flying, and various outdoor activities. Residing in Brenham, TX, he and his wife Debra enjoy spending quality time with their daughters, Jordan and Grace

Elizabeth York brings more than 30 years of real estate experience to her role as Senior Vice President and General Counsel of Johnson Development, having worked previously with prestigious law firms in Houston and the United Arab Emirates. In 2012, the Houston Business Journal named Ms. York Outstanding Solo General Counsel of the Year. She is a member of numerous local organizations, including West Houston Association, where she is currently serving as Vice Chair and the Houston Bar Association, where she has served as chair of the real estate section.

Jimmie Jenkins is Vice President, Master Planned Communities for Toll

Brothers. His duties include strategic planning and development oversight for

Toll Brothers master planned communities. Prior to joining Toll Brothers,

Jimmie served as Senior Vice President of Huffines Communities. Prior to

joining Huffines, Jimmie served as Vice President of Acquisitions for Shea

Homes Active Lifestyle Communities Previously, Jimmie co-founded Newland

Communities and served as President of both its Texas and Arizona divisions,

and later as corporate Senior Vice President of Strategic Acquisitions. Jimmie

holds a Juris Doctorate from the University of Houston Law Center, and a

Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from the University of Texas

at Austin. He is licensed by the State Bar of Texas. Jimmie is also a past

president of the Greater Houston Builders Association.

Managing Principal of TBG’s Houston office and Chairman of the Board, Drew Mengwasser is a trusted leader in shaping Texas’ most successful master planned communities. With decades of experience collaborating with developers and municipalities, Drew is known for translating complex visions into high-performing, market-responsive placemaking and nature-forward environments. His leadership spans the entire project lifecycle, guiding developments from entitlement and early planning through long-term implementation. Drew provides strategic direction for TBG’s firmwide practice while remaining a hands-on designer and mentor. He champions a collaborative approach that aligns land planning and amenity strategy to deliver maximum value for TBG's clients and communities. His influence is reflected in many of the Houston region’s most recognizable communities including Harvest, Pecan Square, The Groves, Telfair, Pomona, Sienna, Evergreen, and Audubon where his work creates resilient, deeply rooted places that respond to the needs of residents and the market alike.

Carter is the Managing Principal of Launch Development Finance Advisors. Prior to the founding of Launch, Carter was the co-founder and Managing Principal of a national real estate consulting firm for 27 years. Preceding this, Carter was a Manager in the real estate consulting department of the national accounting firm of Kenneth Leventhal & Company in both the Phoenix, Arizona, and Newport Beach, California offices. Carter is a Certified Public Accountant in Arizona, California, and Texas, as well as a former State Certified Real Estate Appraiser in Arizona. Carter holds a master’s degree in Real Estate Development from the University of Southern California and a bachelor’s degree in Business Economics from the University of California, Santa Barbara.

Carter has over forty years of experience in the real estate consulting industry. Carter’s area of specialty is in the formulation and implementation of land-secured financings for large-scale developments and the formulation of development strategies for large-scale master-planned communities.

Carter served as a City of Phoenix’s Camelback Village Planning Committee member. Carter is a full member of the Urban Land Institute, Valley Partnership, and is a member of numerous Building Industry Associations in Arizona, California, Idaho, and Texas. Carter was the author of the 2008 and 2016 National Association of Home Builders’ Impact Fee Handbook.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

1996 - Present Planned Community Developers (formerly known as Sugarland Properties Incorporated)

Co-Founder, currently CEO/President (2021 – Present)

Executive Vice President (1996 - 2021)

1979 – 1996 Sugarland Properties Incorporated

Various titles including Executive Vice President

1977 – 1979 IBM

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

• Fort Bend Chamber/Fort Bend Business Partnership (Board Member)

• NAIOP (Past President, Current Board Member, Career Forward 35+ Program Founder)

• Houston Office Leasing Brokers Association (Member)

• Society of Office and Industrial Realtors (Member)

• Texas Tech University Center for Real Estate (Advisory Board)

• Texas A&M Masters in Land and Property Development Program (“MLPD”) (Advisory Board)

• University of Houston Master’s in Real Estate Program (Advisory Board)

• Sugar Land Rotary Club (Past President)

• Texas Real Estate Commission (Salesman License)

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

• Fort Bend Christian Academy Board of Trustees (Past Chairman and Long-Range Planning Director)

• Sugar Creek Baptist Church (Long-Range Planning Committee - Chairman)

• Toolbox Men’s Ministry – Co-Founder of Sugar Land, Texas Chapter

• Logos Prep Academy – Honorary Co-Chair of Capital Campaign, Long Range Planning Committee

OVERVIEW

Real estate developer focused on mixed use, community-inspired, high-

profile real estate projects that become vibrant destinations where people

flourish, businesses thrive and communities prosper.

Responsible for strategic relationships, investor transactions and leading

the team in site selection and master planning.

PLANNED COMMUNITY DEVELOPERS

245 Commerce Green Blvd., Suite 160, Sugar Land, TX 77478

WWW.PCDLTD.COM

281-242-2000

EDUCATION

1977 Texas Tech University – Business

INTERESTS

Outside of my professional commitments, I enjoy spending time with my wife Evelyn (married since 1978) and

my family. Six grandchildren make life interesting and fulfilling. I enjoy most sports, but golf is a family sport

which I started at the age of seven.

My faith is the most important influence in my life, which has led me to be involved in many faith-based

organizations. I enjoy serving with and investing in others, whether on a board or as a mentor.

Joe Paulo has been Chief Executive Officer of Hope Media Group since 2018.

With an extensive background in media and leadership, he began at Hope

Media Group as Vice-President of Operations in 2017 after serving at

Educational Media Foundation (K-LOVE/Air1) as the Director of Donor

Stewardship and Communications. He led a division of Columbia

International University as Director of Broadcasting until 2014, overseeing the

growth of successful radio stations in the Carolinas.

Hope Media Group has launched multiple media platforms and, through an

historic nonprofit merger in 2022, has emerged as a national media

organization under Joe’s leadership.

Named as one of Houston’s most admired CEOs by the Houston Business

Journal, Joe has also provided volunteer leadership at the board and

ambassador level for other nonprofits such as Youth Commission

International, Crime Stoppers of Houston, and Christian Music

Broadcasters.

He holds a master’s degree in business from Liberty University (2014).

In addition to speaking on leadership, fundraising and media, Joe and his wife,

Kelly, have hosted and spoken at marriage and parenting events. They have

been married for 35 years and have three daughters, two sons, and three

grandchildren.

Washington Ho isn't just navigating the real estate market; he is engineering a legacy of empowerment. As the co-founder of White House Global Properties, Washington serves as a visionary entrepreneur whose true north is developing human potential. Born and raised in the heart of Houston, Texas, his professional foundation is built on a high-octane blend of local grit and academic precision. After earning his degree in Real Estate and Finance from Southern Methodist University, he didn't just enter the industry—he sought to redefine it by weaving together a team that executes sophisticated financial strategy, cutting-edge marketing, and a deep-seated passion for mentorship.

Washington’s philosophy transcends the standard transaction, focusing instead on a relentless mission to nurture the next generation of industry titans. By transforming ambitious individuals into seasoned real estate investors and savvy business owners, he provides the essential tools and guidance necessary for his team to achieve true financial independence. Ultimately, Washington's legacy is defined by the thriving careers he has launched and the countless lives he has elevated, proving that the most valuable property one can develop is the talent within others.

As President of the Industrial Division, David Hudson is responsible for all Hanover Company’s acquisition and development activities in the industrial sector. He has over 30 years of commercial real estate and industrial development experience with a proven track record of building industrial development platforms. Previously, David was the President of Griffin Partners Development and the Houston Business Unit Head for Duke Realty, where he led the management of both firms’ industrial development practices. David holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from Texas Tech University, is a CPA and licensed as a Texas Real Estate Broker.

Lance joined Trademark in 2024 as Senior Vice President of Retail and Mixed-Use Development.

He has participated in the ownership of more than 100 properties throughout the United States and has overseen the acquisition, asset management, development, disposition and entitlements functions in depth for those properties. He has invested on behalf of institutions such as Apollo Real Estate, Guggenheim Partners, Protective Life Insurance Company and Goldman Sachs.

He is a 28-year member of the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) where he both chaired the Texas Convention in 2014 and served on the Government Relations Committee for three (3) years; he is Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) and has been a licensed Texas Real Estate Broker since 1992.

Matt Peno serves as the Redevelopment Director for the Pearland Economic Development

Corporation, where he leads strategic initiatives focused on revitalization, reinvestment, and the

long-term sustainability of the Pearland community. In this role, he oversees major redevelopment

projects and works closely with City departments, developers, and community stakeholders to

facilitate public and private investment that supports Pearland's continued growth and economic

vitality.

Prior to joining the City of Pearland, Matt built a strong foundation in commercial real estate through

leadership roles with CBL Properties, specializing in leasing and property management. He directed

retail center operations, managed tenant relationships, implemented leasing strategies, and

enhanced the performance of large-scale retail assets across the company's portfolio. This

experience provided him with extensive expertise in market analysis, development feasibility, asset

management, and stakeholder collaboration. Matt leverages the skills from his prior roll to advance

redevelopment efforts and strengthen Pearland's long-term economic future.

Jeff Challis is Vice President of Joeris General Contractors' Houston Business Unit, where he leads operations, business development, and project delivery for one of Texas' largest employee-owned commercial contractors across the Greater Houston region. With more than 20 years of commercial construction experience, Jeff began his career in the field, providing him with a strong foundation for leadership, project execution, and team development.

He works closely with developers, owners, and industry partners to build lasting relationships founded on trust, transparency, and shared success. Throughout his career, Jeff has managed complex, large-scale construction programs and helped clients navigate evolving challenges related to cost, schedule, labor, and market conditions. His practical, owner-focused perspective provides valuable insights into successfully delivering projects in today's dynamic real estate and construction environment.