The Next Generation Of Student Housing

Re-Imagining Student Living & Value-Add Projects

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  Parker Champion

  Parker Champion is the Chief Operating Officer and a Partner at Champion Real Estate Company. Los Angeles-based Champion Real Estate Company was founded in 1987 and has consistently achieved annual above-market returns by identifying and maximizing niche opportunities before its competitors. Parker runs the daily operations while heading Champion’s high yield and value add cash flow investment activities. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Policy, Planning and Development and a Master in Real Estate Development from the University of Southern California. He is a licensed California Real Estate Broker and a member of the National Multi-family Housing Council and the International Council of Shopping Centers.

  Champion Real Estate Company

  CEO

  Parker Champion

  CEO

  Champion Real Estate Company

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  Hemlata Jhaveri

  Ms. Jhaveri has twenty years of progressive leadership and management experience with a proven record of commitment to continuously improving the student experience, building strong relationships with faculty and campus partners, new construction and capital projects and food service operations. She began her career at Illinois State University as an Assistant Residence Hall Coordinator and moved up to be an Area Coordinator for University Housing Services. She then served as the Associate Director of Residence Life at California State University, Chico for five years. Ms. Jhaveri then moved to the University of Texas at Austin where she served as the Director of Residence Life for nearly four years as well as the Director, Business Services for one year. Her most recent position at the University of Texas at Austin was Executive Director of University Housing and Dining. In each of these roles she has designed and delivered innovative programs and services, showed a relentless commitment to top notch facilities and technology, exemplified collaboration with various campus partners and built great teams. Ms. Jhaveri holds a PhD in Education and Human Resource Studies from Colorado State University. She holds two master degrees; Master's in Business Administration from Illinois State University and Master's in English Literature from the University of Mumbai, Mumbai, India. On behalf of the entire UC San Diego community, I want to take this opportunity to sincerely thank Mark Cunningham for his 38 years of dedicated service to UC San Diego. Mark's commitment to our students and to the academic enterprise at large has been unparalleled. His vision of making our campus a vibrant living and learning community is already materializing through transformational projects. I - and many others - will forever remain inspired by his contagious and positive energy.

  Supply Chain Services, UC San Diego

  Senior Associate Vice Chancellor, Residential, Retail

  Hemlata Jhaveri

  Senior Associate Vice Chancellor, Residential, Retail

  Supply Chain Services, UC San Diego

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  Jenny Tyniec

  Jenny is a graduate of Drew University where she studied history and psychology. She earned her master’s degree from Springfield College, majoring in psychology and counseling with a concentration in higher education administration. She is currently ABD in her doctoral program at New England College, focusing on completing her dissertation. Jenny has had a variety of experiences in student affairs. She has worked in admissions, student activities/community service, academic advising, orientation, and residential life. She is also an adjunct professor of psychology at another institution. Jenny is passionate about the liberal arts education. Her main areas of interest include positive psychology, issues around access and equity, partnering with parents and family, and creating a strong sense of community within the residence halls. Originally from New York City, Jenny is thrilled to be on the west coast! When not in the office, she spends her free time working out, swimming at the beach, teaching or practicing yoga, reading, kayaking, skiing, checking out new movies and documentaries, exploring California, and spending time with her beloved dog Mackie.

  Claremont McKenna College

  Residential Life & Student Engagement

  Jenny Tyniec

  Residential Life & Student Engagement

  Claremont McKenna College

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  Mathilda Bialk

  Mathilda Bialk, AIA, a Principal and Partner at Studio E Architects, graduated from NewSchool of Architecture + Design in 2006 with a Master of Architecture degree and the academic honor Cum Laude. Mathilda Bialk has led several of Studio E Architects’ notable projects since joining the firm in 2007, including sizable projects on university campuses and multi-family housing. Her experience includes student housing at UC Davis and UC Los Angeles, master planning at Point Loma Nazarene University in San Diego, and off-campus student housing at San Diego State University. She also has an extensive history on affordable multi-family housing developments. She brings thoughtful problem-solving, attention to detail, and engaging design talents with a mission-driven focus to her projects. With over nineteen years of professional experience in California in all phases of various project sizes and types, she balances strong organizational and technical skills with a deep commitment to art and design. She has served as adjunct faculty in Interior Design at San Diego State University and as a juror on multiple student design critiques. She was Chair of AIA San Diego’s Women in Architecture committee 2018 – 2020, and in 2020 she was honored with the Young Architect of the Year Award from the American Institute of Architects, San Diego Chapter. Mathilda is an active member of the Lambda Alpha International San Diego Chapter, a global land economics society and Urban Land Institute San Diego-Tijuana Housing Product Council.

  Studio E Architects

  Principal

  Mathilda Bialk

  Principal

  Studio E Architects

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  David McCullough

  A graduate of Cal Poly University, San Luis Obispo, David formed McCullough Landscape Architecture as a sole proprietorship in 1999 while consulting for another firm. After wife and partner, Catherine joined the business in 2001 and became Chief Executive Officer and President in 2002; the firm became a woman-owned corporation and a certified Small Business by the State of California. With offices in San Diego and the Bay Area, McCullough creates spaces for hospitality, retail, mixed-use and institutional properties around the world. As principal landscape architect, David oversees all aspects of the design and production of firm projects at McCullough. He serves as head designer on all projects and maintains quality control on all work completed. Previous projects have earned awards and recognition in several national publications. David finds time in his schedule to take leadership in creative organizations such as the the San Diego Architecture Foundation (SDAF) and the American Institute of Architects (AIA) local Urban Design Committee. He currently serves as Chair of the Pecha Kucha Night program, which is on its sixth successful year. He finds it inspiring to take part in such a diverse mix of creative minds while bringing them together to share with the public their wild ideas. In addition, recently David was appointed by San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer to serve on the Historical Resources Board as Chair, which governs the identification, protection, retention and preservation of historical sites in San Diego. Concurrently, he has been invited to serve on the city’s Code Monitoring Team (CMT). David’s design philosophy is centered around merging context and creative passion with grit, soul, and style. The firm takes every project with a uniquely creative approach that centers around diversity, discovery and conservation. David feels it’s important to engage the human spirit with nature, while expressing empathy. Recent projects include a large waterfront development in Shanghai, China, Seaport San Diego redevelopment, several multifamily projects in Calgary and Vancouver, along with other notable hospitality, entertainment, and mixed-use collaborations in the Western US and Canada.

  McCullough Landscape Architecture

  Principal

  David McCullough

  Principal

  McCullough Landscape Architecture

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  Sean Falvey

  Sean Falvey is a seasoned construction professional with nearly 20 years of industry experience. Currently, he serves as a Vice President and Regional Director for Sundt’s Building Group, California District. Sean joined Sundt in 2017 and has since taken on various key roles within the company. Prior to his current role, Sean was the project executive for Hornet Commons, a 1100 bed student housing project on the Sacramento State Campus. He is currently overseeing the $193 million dollar Cal Poly Humboldt Craftsman Student Housing project scheduled to open in 2025. Sean's contributions have been recognized by the industry, as he was named a 2023 ENR top 20 under 40 and Sacramento Business Journal’s 40 under 40. In addition to his work with Sundt, Sean is also a Construction Industry Education Foundation (CIEF) Board Trustee, demonstrating his commitment to the development of the next generation of construction professionals. Previously, he served as a CREATE Mentor and a member of the CREATE board of directors. Sean is a LEED® Accredited Professional (AP BD+C) and a certified Design-Build Professional, further demonstrating his commitment to sustainable building practices and innovative construction methods. He holds a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Santa Clara University and a master’s degree in business administration from Sacramento State.

  Sundt Construction

  VP

  Sean Falvey

  VP

  Sundt Construction

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  Brent Miller

  Brent Miller has been instrumental in the leadership for Higher Educational facilities focused in in Southern California and nationally. The focus has been on the development and implementation of Student Life projects which integrate sustainable “learning spaces” within the campus environment. Mr. Miller believes that campus design must be contextual within the campus environment while providing learning opportunities for student success. “Design should create unexpected connections between people and place to enhance their everyday experiences.“

  HED

  Principal

  Moderator

  Brent Miller

  Principal

  HED

Public Private Partnerships

Leveraging P3's To Build, Acquire, Finance & Operate Campus Housing & Academic Buildings

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  Natalie Greenberg

  As Chief Operating Officer, Natalie plays a direct role in formulating and executing the company’s strategy, and oversees its Acquisitions, Asset Management, Marketing, Investor Relations, Human Resources and Capital Markets activities. Prior to joining MJW Investments, Natalie served as Senior Vice President at Entrada Partners, where she was responsible for all acquisitions, financings and dispositions. During her four-year tenure, Entrada’s portfolio size nearly tripled. Before Entrada, Natalie was a Director in the acquisitions team at Rexford Industrial Realty (NYSE: REXR), where she completed fifteen acquisitions and was responsible for all asset dispositions. She also held the position of Senior Asset Manager at Colony Capital and worked in Wells Fargo’s REO Group; in each of these roles she managed nationwide portfolios comprised of 100+ commercial real estate owned (REO) assets and nonperforming loans across all property types. Natalie also served as Assistant Vice President in the finance group at Lowe Enterprises, closing over $800 million in loan transactions. She began her career in UBS Investment Bank’s Real Estate, Lodging & Leisure Group, focusing on M&A transactions and private equity placements. Currently, Natalie is President of the UCLA Real Estate Alumni Group. She is also an active member of the Urban Land Institute, where she sits on the Multifamily Council. She is affiliated with several philanthropic organizations, including the Israel Democracy Institute. Natalie received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Barnard College at Columbia University (Summa Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa), and a Masters in Business Administration from UCLA Anderson School of Management (Dean’s List).

  MJW Investments

  COO

  Natalie Greenberg

  COO

  MJW Investments

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  Raoul Amescua

  Senior Vice President-Development, Student Living with The Michaels Organization (Michaels), leading the company’s public-private partnerships with higher education institutions in California, by bringing nearly 20 years of real estate development and finance experience including the development of large-scale housing and dining facilities that utilized public-private partnership (P3) delivery models. In addition to delivering P3 real estatement development projects on-campus, Raoul is the company's leader for off-campus student housing development in California.

  The Michael's Organization

  SVP of Development & Public-Private Partnerships

  Raoul Amescua

  SVP of Development & Public-Private Partnerships

  The Michael's Organization

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  Jeff Bacurin

  Mr. Bacurin has over 20 years of professional experience in architectural design and programming including experience in renovation and new design of Student Housing, Senior Living communities and Higher Education Campuses. He is skilled in working with the in-house team and clients to confirm and interpret the users’ programmatic needs and explore sustainable design alternatives using 3D modeling software. Jeff is a skilled communicator of design intent and works with the users to explore design alternatives in interactive design charrettes/workshops.

  HPI Architecture

  Design Director

  Jeff Bacurin

  Design Director

  HPI Architecture

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  Mark Donahue

  As Design Director, Mark brings over 35 years of experience in architecture, leading the charge on a broad spectrum of project typologies ranging from small multifamily residential projects to large scale, complex mixed-use development. Mark is known for his collaborative approach, reflecting a belief in a truly integrated process from project onset to delivery. Notably, Mark was the Design Director for The Jasper – a 39-story high rise; Truckee Artist Lofts – a 77-unit modular, affordable housing project; and Electric Lofts – a micro-unit, co-living, urban-infill apartment building in Oakland. With an attention to detail and focus on materiality, Mark continues to lead successful design projects tuned to the local conditions and incorporating innovative approaches to project delivery. As a college lecturer teaching design and MEP integration, he has passed these successful strategies on to the next generation of architects.

  Lowney Architecture

  Design Director

  Mark Donahue

  Design Director

  Lowney Architecture

• Moderator

  Karri Novak

  VP

  Suffolk Construction

Opening Remarks

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  Chris Vargas

  As the Executive Vice President of Business Development at Chargie, Chris is responsible for bringing intelligent and reliable EV charging solutions to multifamily and commercial properties around the country. He has a proven track record of delivering products and services that drive innovation and growth for real estate owners, managers and investors. Before joining Chargie, he served as Director of Business Development at Boingo Wireless, a leading provider of 5G technology. Prior to Boingo, Chris held leadership positions at Verizon Enhanced Communities, Hughes Communications, rent.com, Global Enterprise Resource Group, and CU Solutions Group, and was one of the first five employees at DirecTV.

  Chargie

  EVP

  Remarks

  Chris Vargas

  EVP

  Chargie