Fort Worth's Multifamily Boom!

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  Rob McConnell

  Rob McConnell serves as Principal of Ventures Development Group, LLC. As a Founder of the firm, Rob’s driving vision is to deliver quality real estate developments to the communities it serves, to provide risk-weighted and above average returns to its investment partners, and to maintain the highest integrity in all interactions with its design, construction and business partners. In addition to overall development management, Rob is primarily responsible for structuring debt and equity financing, overview of market and project analysis, and construction management. Rob embarked on a career in commercial banking in 1986 and ultimately served as Executive Vice President for a Super Regional bank overseeing commercial, corporate and real estate lending operations exceeding $1 billion. Additionally, he held an Executive Vice President position at le Triomphe Property Group, where he managed the development firms’ equity and debt financing. Rob earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from LSU, and a post-graduate degree from the Graduate School of Banking of the South. He resides in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, is a member and Deacon of First Presbyterian Church, and currently serves on several non-profit boards.

  Ventures Development Group

  Principal

  Rob McConnell

  Principal

  Ventures Development Group

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  Michael Becker

  Michael Becker is a Principal at SPI Advisory LLC and heads SPI’s Dallas, Texas office where he oversees all aspects of property operations, including asset management, property management oversight, accounting and taxation, capital improvement and renovation projects and investor relations. Michael is a lifelong resident of North Texas and a graduate of The University of North Texas with a BBA in Finance. He is married and has two young children. Michael is a 15 year veteran Commercial Real Estate Banker and has originated and managed numerous portfolios of permanent and bridge loans in all major asset classes. Over the last 5 years of his banking tenure, Michael focused exclusively on multi-family properties, where he was the number one loan producer for his division at a Top 3 National lender for his last 3 consecutive years. As a Portfolio Manager, Michael directly oversaw the management and financial performance of the countless C & B class Multi-Family properties he originated loans for. As a result, he accumulated an exceedingly diverse network of suppliers, contractors, consultants and service providers during his tenure. This gives him the ability to quickly and efficiently implement a breadth of value-added strategies for a fraction of the typical cost.

  ​SPI Advisory

  Principal

  Michael Becker

  Principal

  ​SPI Advisory

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  Cindy Harris

  Cindy Harris has managed the development of more than $550 million in mixed use and multifamily projects throughout the United States. She is known as a talented team builder and leader in every aspect of mixed use and multifamily development and project management. Her insights and knowledge come from more than 20+ years of executive level experience: crafting business plans, supervising design teams, negotiating public-private partnerships, expediting rezoning efforts and supervising sales, marketing and property management teams. Cindy has developed high quality projects for a variety of respected and well-known development firms such as Columbus Realty Trust, Post Properties, and the Trammell Crow Company. In her current role as Vice President of Development for Lang Partners, Cindy manages the company’s development projects and supervises the asset management effort for the firm’s owned properties.

  Lang Partners

  VP, Development

  Cindy Harris

  VP, Development

  Lang Partners

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  Sheila Carter

  Sheila Carter is Senior Regional Vice President, overseeing 50,000+ units in Texas and Arizona. Prior to returning to Lincoln in 2008, Mrs. Carter was Regional Vice President at Pinnacle Realty and Vice President at ZOM Residential Services. She started her career with Lincoln as a Regional Manager and Regional Director of Marketing and Market Research from 1997 to 2003. Sheila attended University of Maryland University College and studied International Business at University Puerto de Santa Maria in Spain. Sheila holds a Texas and a California Real Estate License.

  Lincoln Property Company

  Senior Regional Vice President

  Sheila Carter

  Senior Regional Vice President

  Lincoln Property Company

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  Bexie Nobles

  Bexie Nobles is the Director of Community Relations at Republic Property Group, where she serves as the day-to- day contact for future residents and community partners at the new Walsh neighborhood. At Walsh, Bexie oversees civic engagements, partnerships and sponsorships, neighborhood amenity design and development, community programming, staffing, and Walsh Village operations. A North Texas native, Bexie has extensive experience as a fundraiser, marketer and political advisor. She has served as the Vice President of Development for the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra Association, as well as in leadership roles with the Fort Worth Convention Center, RYAN, LLC, and JCPENNY, where she grew fundraising results by more than 50% in her first year as Senior Manager of Philanthropy. As Director of Operations at Texans for Kay Bailey Hutchison, Bexie managed a $24 million operating budget and oversaw staffing of multiple district offices across the state of Texas. Her political experience includes time as Executive Director for Senator Marco Rubio’s (R – FL) communication operations, as well as senior advisor roles to Sarah Palin, Rudy Giuliani and Dick Cheney during their respective presidential campaigns. Since joining the team at Walsh, Bexie has led the design and programming efforts for The Makerspace at Walsh, a first-of- its-kind communal workshop that will give future Walsh residents and students access to cutting edge tools and technology. She is also tapping her love for Fort Worth, community ties, and relationships with key stakeholders to bring Walsh Village to life. The focal point of the new neighborhood’s initial development phase, Walsh Village will offer community solutions in entertainment, fitness, childcare, coworking and more. Walsh is the latest endeavor from Republic Property Group, a leading developer of master planned communities and real estate projects in North Texas. Comparable in size to a small town, Walsh is located 12 minutes from downtown Fort Worth where Interstate 20 and I-30 merge. Construction at the 7,200-acre community will span decades, with plans for more than 15,000 homes, multiple elementary and middle schools, retail, corporate campuses, medical facilities, coworking spaces and a host of amenities serving the community. At completion, Walsh will be home to more than 50,000 residents. Home construction is underway for the initial development phase at Walsh, with prices from the upper $200,000s.

  Republic Property Group – Walsh

  Director of Community Relations

  Bexie Nobles

  Director of Community Relations

  Republic Property Group – Walsh

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  Joey Tumminello

  Mr. Tumminello is an associate with Institutional Property Advisors (IPA) and is responsible for business development and dispositions in the Dallas/Fort Worth multifamily markets. Since 2015, Mr. Tumminello has facilitated more than $800 million in sale transactions for institutional clients, as well as high net worth investors. Through his in-depth interactions with clients, industry leaders and his team, he understands the critical decisions facing investors in today’s market. His extensive market knowledge enables Mr. Tumminello to act in an advisory capacity with his clients and provide the customizable solutions they need to overcome challenges and exceed their investment goals. His main areas of expertise include property valuation, implementing marketing strategies and advising clients on the capitalization of current market conditions. Mr. Tumminello holds his bachelor’s degree from Texas Christian University in Finance with a concentration in real estate. In his drive to serve as an asset to his clients, he is currently pursuing his CCIM designation.

  Institutional Property Advisors (IPA)

  Associate

  Moderator

  Joey Tumminello

  Associate

  Institutional Property Advisors (IPA)

Fort Worth Retail, Industrial, and Office Update and Forecast

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  Stephen Coslik

  Expertise Stephen provides the leadership and overall management of The Woodmont Company, known for commercial real estate development nationwide. He directs both the strategic planning and operational aspects of the company, including the corporate vision and strategy, understanding of specific needs of external clients, providing top-notch market knowledge, investment securing capabilities, negotiation, and consulting expertise. Stephen has been instrumental in the direction and growth of the organization, which has grown from 1 employee to our current employee base of over 100 professionals. He also chairs the company’s advisory committee. Highlights » Co-founded The Woodmont Company in 1980 » Spearheading the company’s 33 years of success & its future growth » Currently manages 15,000,000 SF of retail space Experience » The Woodmont Company (current) | Fort Worth, TX » Morrow Development Corporation | Fort Worth, TX » Lincoln National Development Corporation | Fort Wayne, IN Education » San Diego State University | Bachelor of Science Leadership » Urban Land Institute | Member » International Council of Shopping Centers | Member » San Diego State University | Business Administration School of Real Estate | Advisory Board » San Diego State University | School of Business | Board of Directors » Fort Worth Academy | Board of Trustees » Kinderplatz | VP, Board of Directors

  The Woodmont Company

  Chairman

  Stephen Coslik

  Chairman

  The Woodmont Company

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  JD Granger

  JD Granger is the Executive Director of the Trinity River Vision Authority (TRVA) which manages a massive flood control and river redevelopment project that creates 12 miles of public urban waterfront in Fort Worth’s central business district. Mr. Granger currently serves as board member for Streams and Valleys, Inc., the Fort Worth Zoological Society, Cowtown Marathon and The American Institute of Architects, Fort Worth Chapter. He is an active member of the Urban Land Institute and after serving as Public Member Director for the American Institute of Architects Fort Worth Chapter he was named an Honorary Member in 2008. In addition, the USACE Fort Worth District and the TRVA led by Mr. Granger received the USACE “Good Neighbor” GreenGov Award for outstanding partnership efforts between the two agencies on the TRV project. From 2003-2008, he served as board member for Historic Fort Worth, Inc., and previously served on the Downtown Design Review Board as well as the Cabella’s and Downtown TIF boards. Mr. Granger has also contributed to the City of Fort Worth’s Downtown Strategic Action Plan on Housing, Access & Circulation Committee, and Open Spaces/Public Art Committee. He earned his Doctor of Jurisprudence from South Texas College of Law and was recognized as a Super Lawyer Rising Star by Texas Monthly Magazine. Mr. Granger also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Texas A&M University.

  Trinity River Vision Authority

  Executive Director

  JD Granger

  Executive Director

  Trinity River Vision Authority

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  Julie Wilsey

  Julie Wilsey focuses on development and leasing for Cassco Development Co with an emphasis on local, creative and new-to-market retailers, restaurants and project concepts. For over three years with Cassco, Mrs. Wiilsey has collaborated with investors and development partners on all aspects of the development and leasing of the Clearfork project as a whole. Mrs. Wilsey has over a decades of experience at each the Mills Corporation and Gables, as an investment officer working on large retail and mixed-use projects. While at Mills, Julie was VP of Development for The Piers San Francisco, Block 37 Chicago, Opry Mills Nashville and Vaughan Mills Toronto. At Gables, she led retail development and leasing for projects such as West Ave in Houston, Pressler and 5th Street Commons in Austin and Gables Ponce in Coral Gables, Florida. Prior to working for the Mills Corporation, Mrs. Wilsey worked in Washington D.C. in development and leasing of office projects for over a decade. Her clients included Fuji Bank, Freddie Mac and the World Bank. She is a graduate of University of Arkansas with a degree in finance. Mrs. Wilsey currently resides in Austin with her husband and three children.

  Cassco Development Company

  Leasing and Development

  Julie Wilsey

  Leasing and Development

  Cassco Development Company

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  Andy Taft

  Andy is a native of Tampa, Florida and graduated from the University of South Florida with a degree in Marketing. He began his career in commercial real estate with the Florida Commercial Development Association and then joined Grubb & Ellis of Florida as a commercial real estate salesman in the downtown Tampa market. In 1992, he joined the Tampa Downtown Partnership as its Director of Marketing and Business Development. Andy served Shreveport, Louisiana’s Downtown Development Authority for six years as its Executive Director and while there was instrumental in relocating City Hall back to downtown, created a new public parking management program and authored the downtown strategic plan. Andy was Chairman of the United Way of NW Louisiana in 2001. Andy was also the President of Downtown Shreveport Unlimited and the Downtown Shreveport Development Corporation. Andy joined Downtown Fort Worth, Inc. (Texas) as President in 2003. DFWI is Fort Worth’s downtown advocacy organization and it manages the downtown planning process, two Public Improvement Districts, the downtown Tax Increment Finance District, two city parks, the MAIN ST. Fort Worth Arts Festival and Parade of Lights. DFWI recently developed the JFK Tribute in Fort Worth and is currently working renovate and reopen Heritage Plaza. Andy is a past Chairman of the International Downtown Association, President of the Rotary Club of Fort Worth and serves on the Board of the National Civic League.

  Downtown Fort Worth, Inc.

  President

  Andy Taft

  President

  Downtown Fort Worth, Inc.

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  Randle Harwood

  Planning and Development Director

  City of Fort Worth

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  Drew Kile

  Drew Kile is a Senior Director at Institutional Property Advisors (IPA), a multifamily brokerage division of Marcus & Millichap serving the needs of institutional and major private investors. Mr. Kile is primarily responsible for the Dallas/Fort Worth markets for IPA Texas. Over the course of his thirteen years with the firm, Mr. Kile has facilitated and overseen the closing of transactions valued at more than $3 Billion. Mr. Kile joined Marcus & Millichap in 2004 and was recognized as the Rookie of the Year in the Dallas Office in his first year. In 2006, he joined the company’s management team and was responsible for opening the firm’s Fort Worth office in 2007. Through his leadership as Regional Manager of the Fort Worth office, the operations grew from five agents to more than twenty over its first two years, and in 2009, the Fort Worth office achieved the highest revenue growth of all 75 Marcus & Millichap offices in the United States. Prior to joining Marcus & Millichap, Mr. Kile held an internal finance position at Accenture, a global management consulting, technology services and outsourcing company, where he was responsible for projects in the firm’s North American Chemicals, Energy and Natural Resource businesses. Mr. Kile holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance from Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, and he is active in the Greater Fort Worth Real Estate Council, the Dallas Real Estate Council, the Urban Land Institute, and the National Multi Housing Council. Mr. Kile, his wife Lynnette, and their two daughters, Eleanor and Lillian, reside in Fort Worth.

  IPA Texas

  Senior Director

  Moderator

  Drew Kile

  Senior Director

  IPA Texas