Best Practices Across Office, Retail, Medical And Industrial

The Art of Property Management

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  Adam Rose

  Adam is responsible for Management Services encompassing property, facility, and engineering management in the Sunbelt markets including Texas, Oklahoma, Tennessee, North Carolina, Georgia and Florida, and Latin America including Mexico, Costa Rica, Panama, and Brazil. His portfolio consists of 200 office, industrial, facilities, life science, medical office, mixed use and retail properties totaling 70 million square feet, with 50% on behalf of 3 rd party owners and 50% being equity assignments. In this role, Adam works with his team of 405 real estate professionals to meet and exceed the investment goals of his clients. He is passionate about the training and development of his people and believes that the Hines employee is the secret to providing market leading service and results, regardless of asset class, product type, or geography. Adam joined Hines in 2003 as an Assistant Property Manager and has worked his way up through the firm. During this time, he was responsible for the management of several iconic buildings in Houston including One Shell Plaza and BG Group Place. He was instrumental in creating the Hines LEED certification and feasibility study process which was used to certify 20 million feet of LEED EB office space in 2009 and 2010. He serves on the board of Houston BOMA as past president, and sits on the board of URES, the undergraduate real estate program at The University of Houston. Adam holds a Bachelors in Industrial Distribution from The University of Houston. He is the father of two teenage boys, and, in his spare time, enjoys cycling, scuba diving, and cooking.

  Hines

  Managing Director

  Adam Rose

  Managing Director

  Hines

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  Shane Cawood

  EVP, Property Management

  Moody Rambin

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  Connie O'Murray

  National Director, Medical Property Management

  JLL

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  Anil Mohammed

  Anil Mohammed is a co-founder of DML Capital and has been a partner at the firm for 13 years, leading its growth and development since its launch in 2010. After graduating from Emory University in 2009, he returned to Houston to grow his family’s business in retail fueling stations and fast food. Anil soon discovered his passion for developing retail real estate. In 2010, Anil and his partners Sajjid Dawood and Saleem Lakhani acquired their first shopping center. Fast forward to 2023, Anil has played a key role in the development of more than 750 acres of real estate, propelling the company’s assets from 1.2 million to over 500 million. Currently, the firm oversees over 1 million square feet of retail property. Anil has a knack for finding opportunistic deals and a track record of turning failed management into positive cash-flowing assets that provide long-term stable growth for the company and its partners. He values long-term relationships based on trust and loyalty and is committed to delivering exceptional results for DML Capital’s clients. In his downtime, Anil enjoys traveling to discover new cultures and experiences, gaining valuable perspective and inspiration. He is an avid skier and loves hitting the slopes whenever he can. Anil lives in West University with his wife and dog. As a Houston native, he finds contributing to the city’s evolution fulfilling by developing real estate properties in his hometown.

  DML Capital

  Co-Founder

  Anil Mohammed

  Co-Founder

  DML Capital

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  Michael Kasmiersky

  Michael Kasmiersky has 28 years of commercial real estate experience. He enjoys all aspects of property management, with emphasis in tenant retention/relations, construction management, and budgeting. He honed and established a strong construction management background while overseeing Sage Plaza and Post Oak Central. Projects ranged from tenant improvement work of less than 1,000 sq. ft. to multiple floor buildouts, including several capital projects. During his tenure in real estate, he has managed various commercial and retail properties and portfolios ranging from 60,000 to 2 million sq. ft. Leading up to his career in real estate, Michael worked within the hospitality industry with ClubCorp, which provided a strong base from which to produce his current customer service skills. One of Michael’s strengths is maintaining strong tenant relations, which in turn over time has led to higher tenant satisfaction and retention. As Vice President Property Management for Lincoln Property Company, Michael has responsibility for all aspects of property management in Houston, including client relations, third-party business development, review of asset performance and business planning, budgeting, operations, strategy, staffing, and leadership. Michael promotes a team-oriented workplace and strives to motivate all employees to succeed. He encourages a positive and collaborative environment and understands that the success of the team is imperative to the success of the portfolio managed.

  Lincoln Property Company

  VP, Property Management

  Michael Kasmiersky

  VP, Property Management

  Lincoln Property Company

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  Jerry Tipps

  Director of Design, Principal

  Heights Venture Architecture + Design

Strategic Cost Management, Resilience And Technological Innovation

Strategies for Future-Proofing Properties

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  Stacy Hunt

  Stacy has been with Greystar and its predecessor firm since 1982 and is currently responsible for national client relations and new business pursuit for the company’s 670,000 unit domestic management operation. Since joining Greystar, Mr. Hunt has helped build the firm’s management portfolio through the opening of regional offices in Arizona, Florida and additional offices in Texas. Stacy is a member of the National Apartment Association, the National Multi Housing Council joint legislative committee, the board of directors of the Houston Apartment Association and the Westchase District, Treasurer of the Better Government Fund of the Houston Apartment Association and is a licensed Texas broker. He also served as president of the Houston Apartment Association in 1992 and the Texas Apartment Association in 1998. In 1973 Stacy earned a bachelor’s degree in finance from the University of Texas. Mr. Hunt has witnessed the firm’s growth from 2,000 units to its current ranking as the largest apartment manager in the United States, with more than 670,000 units in 43 states. Greystar also manages approximately 24,650 units in China, France, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, the Netherlands, Spain and the United Kingdom. The company’s owned portfolio consists of over 51,000 units including 87 properties under construction and 31 stabilized properties in markets across the US. Mr. Hunt is based in Houston, Texas, and the Greystar corporate office is located in Charleston, South Carolina.

  Greystar

  Executive Director

  Stacy Hunt

  Executive Director

  Greystar

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  Michael Knight

  After growing facility service companies across the country for 20 years, Michael Knight founded Better World Consulting in 2012 to help business-to-business service providers in a dozen countries build more efficient operations. After being honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award by the Building Service Contractor Association International in 2015 he sought out a new challenge. In 2016 he partnered with multifamily industry veteran Terri Clifton to form Better World Properties with a goal of elevating the apartment management industry through the transfer of best practices and proven service industry strategies. Today, Better World operates approximately 5,000 apartment units throughout Texas, has ownership in over 1,000 units, employs over 150 multifamily professionals and is known as one of the most consistently successful, trustworthy and honorable companies in the business.

  Better World Properties

  Founder, EVP

  Michael Knight

  Founder, EVP

  Better World Properties

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  Christopher Cunningham

  Christopher Cunningham is the Senior Vice President of Operations, leading the dynamic Houston market with a strategic vision and a commitment to excellence. With a proven track record of driving operational efficiency and fostering innovation, Christopher has been instrumental in enhancing the company's market presence and customer engagement in Houston. Under Christopher's leadership, the Houston market has seen significant growth and development. His ability to streamline operations, coupled with his keen understanding of market trends, has positioned the company as a leader in the industry. Christopher's collaborative approach and dedication to team development have also played a crucial role in achieving organizational goals and delivering exceptional results. Christopher's expertise in operations management, combined with his passion for continuous improvement, ensures that the Houston market remains competitive and forward-thinking. His leadership style is characterized by a focus on strategic planning, effective communication, and a relentless pursuit of operational excellence.

  RPM Living

  SVP

  Christopher Cunningham

  SVP

  RPM Living

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  Lauren Kelch

  Property Management Market Leader, Houston

  CBRE

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  Jason McLean

  Jason McLean is an accomplished telecom industry professional with more than 20 years of experience and a stellar track record of providing network technology and telecom services. His expertise extends to building strong relationships with community associations, providing innovative solutions tailored to meet their needs. Additionally, Jason is highly proficient in the process of deploying telecom service, overseeing projects from the initial construction phase through to the successful powering on of services.

  Hotwire Communications

  Sr. Regional Director

  Jason McLean

  Sr. Regional Director

  Hotwire Communications

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  Greg Cox

  Greg Cox is the Director of Business Development at Forthea, a leading performance marketing agency headquartered in Houston. With over 15 years of experience driving revenue growth and digital transformation across B2B and B2C sectors, Greg specializes in building high-impact strategies that connect marketing investments to measurable business outcomes. At Forthea, Greg leads new business acquisition efforts, working closely with enterprise clients in commercial real estate, construction, manufacturing, and professional services to unlock growth through SEO, paid media, and analytics. His client-first approach and deep understanding of the Houston market have positioned him as a trusted advisor to brands seeking scalable and sustainable results. A dynamic speaker and sales strategist, Greg brings practical insight and a data-driven mindset to discussions around marketing innovation, lead generation, and the evolving digital landscape. He is passionate about helping companies grow smarter by aligning sales goals with marketing execution.

  Forthea

  Director of Business Development

  Moderator

  Greg Cox

  Director of Business Development

  Forthea