Cole S. Cannon is an Arizona-based attorney, developer, and entrepreneur who founded the Cannon Law Group after earning his MPP, JD, and LLM-Tax from USC and the University of San Diego. He's primarily a real estate developer with a track record spanning land entitlement, subdivision development, private lending, and litigation across multiple states — notable projects include the Cannon Beach surf park development in Mesa, Arizona, a 538-unit development in Heber City, and Cannon Point a luxury hillside subdivision in Salt Lake City, Rosewater Ski community in Kalispell Montana, and founder of Cannon Construction Co. a general contracting firm specializing in specialty aquatics and grading. Beyond his professional life, he was an adjunct professor of negotiations at the University of Utah, a board member of the Hope Mental Health Foundation, an Ironman and ultra-marathon runner, father of six, and lucky husband of an amazing woman.

Laura Ortiz is a Managing Principal and oversees the firm’s retail developments and its Development Managers. Her responsibilities also include new client development and relationship management, tenant lease negotiations, and developing and implementing tools and systems for the management of Evergreen’s projects. Laura graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance & Economics from the University of Arizona. She has been with Evergreen since 1994.

Jeff Carpenter is a Partner at SimonCRE where he specializes in single tenant build-to-suits, redevelopments projects, and shopping center acquisitions. SimonCRE currently has roughly 40 active projects totaling approximately $120 million in construction. Prior to joining SimonCRE, Jeff worked for a national shopping center developer based in Scottsdale, AZ. Jeff was born in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, grew up in Tucson, Arizona, and attended Arizona State University. He is an active member of the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) and the Urban Land Institute (ULI).

Mike Kallner brings over 30 years of experience in business development and real estate finance to his role leading RED’s retail leasing and marketing efforts. Since joining RED in 2006 Kallner has played a key role in multiple company initiatives. He currently focuses on his efforts leading the team’s national leasing strategy for mixed-use developments across the portfolio. Prior to his current role, he led the expansion of an international grocery chain throughout Arizona.

Prior to joining RED, Kallner held various positions in real estate finance and public accounting.

Kallner graduated from Indiana University Bloomington with a Bachelor of Science in Business & Accounting.

As Senior Vice President and Team Lead at National Bank of Arizona, Bronson Naab is responsible for managing a portfolio of commercial real estate loans totaling over $900 million. Bronson typically originates ground-up construction and acquisition/bridge loans for developers with loan sizes ranging from $5 million to $150 million. Prior to joining National Bank of Arizona in 2014, Bronson spent over 8 years at Wells Fargo, primarily in their Arizona commercial real estate group. Bronson is a graduate of the Carlson School of Business at the University of Minnesota. In his free time, he enjoys going on trips and spending time with his wife and two young boys.

Mitch Ginsberg is the Co-Founder and CEO of CommLoan, where he leads the company's mission to transform commercial real estate lending through technology, data, and marketplace innovation. With over 30 years in mortgage banking and more than $3 billion in loans overseen, Mitch brings deep industry expertise to solving one of CRE's biggest challenges: outdated, borrower-unfriendly financing systems.

Frustrated by the complexity and inefficiency of securing a commercial mortgage, Mitch set out to create a better way — one that puts borrowers in control, empowers brokers, and delivers precision for lenders. That vision became CommLoan and its proprietary AI platform, CUPID™, which today matches borrowers with optimal lenders in minutes, not months.

Mitch combines fintech innovation with the relationship-driven mindset that's always defined the best of real estate. He holds a bachelor's degree in accounting and a master's degree in finance.

Shane Doherty’s entrepreneurial spirit and customer centric approach are excellent complements to his role as Vice President, Commercial National Accounts. Based in Phoenix, Arizona, Shane facilitates and oversees transactions while cultivating and fostering intentional relationships with local, regional and national brokers, lenders, principals, developers, attorneys, and other industry stakeholders. As part of the National Commercial Services division, his talents are backed equally by an expert team of title, escrow, and due diligence professionals on a local and national level.

Shane seamlessly transitioned to the commercial title arena after a 23+ year career in hospitality, commercial & tribal gaming enterprises, customized distribution & supply chain, and procurement services industries. Shane’s clients have willingly admitted that he is a charismatic leader and brings a high level of change management expertise that help organizations be better and more efficient. He possesses an outstanding ability to develop meaningful connections with people: to build report, ask insightful questions, understand how best to help, and follow through. Shane’s peers will flat out tell you he is useful, intentional, and authentic.

Shane grew up in Palos Verdes Estates, CA and attended the University of Arizona (Bear Down!). He moved to Phoenix in 2004, where he resides in North Central Phoenix with his wife Shawnee of 25 years and son, Rhett (17). Outside of the office, Shane enjoys watching Rhett play football at Sunnyslope HS and lacrosse, travelling, golfing, hiking, “Front Yard Fridays”, home improvement, and chairing, advocating and cure seeking for pediatric brain cancer research through the Hope Through Hollis Foundation, created in honor and remembrance of his son Hollis.

As Managing Partner, Ashlee is responsible for establishing the strategic

direction, management oversight, and growth for Thompson Thrift

Commercial. Ashlee has over 30 years of experience in the acquisition,

leasing and development of commercial real estate. Since joining

Thompson Thrift in 2007, Ashlee has overseen the development and

completion of over 150 ground-up projects, including single-tenant build-to-

suits, grocery-anchored shopping centers, horizontal and vertically

integrated mixed-use projects, and first-class industrial developments.

Ashlee is a valued member of the Thompson Thrift Executive team.

Hai Chien Wang is the CEO & Co-Founder of Taicoon Property Partners, where he believes value is driven by vision, innovation, and exceptional customer service. As an established real estate executive, he brings combined business, real estate, and project management acumen that drives large, complex projects forward and delivers transformational impact. During his 15 year tenure at a global real estate firm he mastered the art of strategic repositioning and timely executional excellence. He managed the full lifecycle of the fund from acquisition to due diligence, strategic planning, renovations, and disposition, including transforming the fund’s properties from Class C to Class A. He is also recognized for his leadership in sustainability by elevating the fund’s ESG ranking through portfolio certification. He has a Master of Science in Real Estate Development and Master of Science in Architecture and Urban Design from Columbia University, as well as a Bachelor of Arts in Architecture from C.Y. Christian University in Taiwan.

RUSS ROSENBAND leads Machete Group’s retail and placemaking business lines. Since 2016, Russ has advised on more than 12 million square feet of mixed-use development nationwide. He specializes in designing, developing, and merchandising retail components within large-scale, community-defining developments. He graduated cum laude from Hamilton College with a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics & Economics and was a member of the varsity basketball team. Russ is a licensed real estate broker in the state of New York.

Margaret Lloyd is Senior Vice President of Brokerage Services with the Plaza Companies. She has spent more than three decades in the commercial real estate industry in Arizona.

She began in 1983 with Grubb & Ellis Commercial Brokerage as a Senior Associate in landlord and tenant representation, leasing and sales in the Retail Division. During that time she represented some of the finest developers, owners and tenants in the shopping center industry.

This was followed by 10 years with a prominent local developer, The Pederson Group, where she was Vice President of Leasing overseeing the pre-development and leasing of approximately 5 million square feet of commercial office and retail properties.

Since joining Plaza Companies in 2010, she has focused on leasing and sales of more than 750,000 square feet of medical office properties. This includes extensive experience with on-campus properties such as:

• Estrella Medical Plaza, which she brought to 100 percent occupancy during her tenure on the property.

• Paradise Valley Medical Plaza, owned by USAA, which is approaching 90 percent occupancy.

• Thunderbird Medical Plaza (across from Banner Thunderbird Hospital), which was taken from 60 percent occupancy to 95 percent leased under her guidance.

Her current portfolio also includes the Plaza Del Rio Campus at 94th Drive and Thunderbird Road and owned by Plaza Companies, Surprise Medical Center, and a number of third-party properties throughout the Valley.

Margaret also serves on the Healthcare Leadership Council for the Greater Phoenix Economic Council, and is an active member of Lambda Alpha International, Commercial One and West Valley Commercial Real Estate Group. She received a Bachelor’s Degree from Arizona State University.

With over 25 years of experience in commercial interior architecture and design, Josh brings a deep understanding of how environments shape experiences, productivity, and brand identity. As Studio Director at LGE Design Build, he leads a talented team in crafting innovative, functional, and visually compelling spaces that align with clients' business goals and operational needs.
His career has spanned a wide range of project types, from corporate offices and medical facilities to retail, industrial, and specialty environments, serving both Fortune 500 companies and boutique enterprises across Arizona and Southern California. He has built a reputation for delivering strategic space solutions that balance aesthetics with performance, always grounded in a clear understanding of market dynamics and client vision.

At LGE Design Build, Josh is proud to be part of a vertically integrated team that combines architecture, interior design, and construction under one roof. This collaborative model streamlines the design-build process, accelerates timelines, and delivers exceptional results with precision and creativity.

His mission is to guide and support his team in elevating architectural and interior design within the design-build process, ensuring every project begins with a strong foundation and a clear vision and is coordinated successfully with the build team through completion. He is passionate about leading with purpose, mentoring emerging talent, and driving innovation in how we shape the built environment.

Kean Thomas joined Vestar in 2021 and is responsible for overseeing Vestar’s Finance, Accounting & IT functions across the portfolio. He also plays a critical role in expanding and managing Vestar’s development pipeline, having been involved in more than 1.5M SF of development since joining the company. Kean holds a CPA license and is a graduate from Arizona State University. Kean is an active member of the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC), Urban Land Institute, NAIOP, and the Phoenix Children’s Hospital 50.