Our dedicated team of professionals is the cornerstone of our success, comprising valuable experience from a spectrum of different practices. This panoramic perspective enables us to understand and execute alternative strategies that bring you a distinct advantage.
Brokerage
PRESIDENT, NATIONAL BROKERAGE
BEN AZULAY
Since joining Bradford Allen as an associate in 2004, Ben has made significant contributions to the firm. In 2015, Ben became a Principal due to his hard work, dedication, and vested interest in the direction of the company. While he specializes in representing office tenants in Chicagoland and nationwide, Ben has also had great success representing landlords in a variety of real estate transactions. His expertise in assisting commercial office clients with operational, qualitative, and financial structuring allows Ben to easily identify problem areas and craft smart, client-specific real estate solutions.
Ben handles various projects across the real estate spectrum, enabling him to cultivate a multi-faceted knowledge of the industry. A few of his successful transactions include assisting GrubHub in completing a substantial expansion, in which they nearly doubled the size of their office space; securing over forty office spaces across the country for MedSpeed; and representing Foley and Mansfield, a national law firm based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, while he assisted in the expansion and renewal of their existing office space in Chicago. Ben works with clients across industries including, but not limited to, marketing and advertising, law, healthcare, and technology.
As a member of the leadership team, Ben also plays an integral role in the strategic direction of Bradford Allen. He is a regular contributor to the firm’s research and recruiting efforts, and he assumes an influential role in mentoring new brokers along with overseeing his own team.
Ben lives in Lincoln Park with his wife and four children where he enjoys staying active by biking and running. He’s an active supporter of Ramah Wisconsin and American Friends of the Hebrew University (AFHU) and is an avid fan of the Chicago Bears.
INDUSTRIAL MARKET LEADER
RONAN REMANDABAN
Ronan joined Bradford Allen in 2020 and is the firm’s industrial brokerage division leader. With over 25 years of experience in the commercial real estate industry, Ronan specializes in industrial real estate, development, corporate acquisitions and dispositions, site selection, and commercial real estate investment. Throughout his career, he has advised on deals exceeding 15 million square feet and valued at over $1 billion.
Prior to joining Bradford Allen, Ronan worked as an industrial investment specialist in the Private Capital Investment Group at Lee & Associates. He began his career at CBRE, focusing on industrial landlord and tenant representation. Additionally, Ronan co-founded Liquideed, an online commercial real estate investment platform, and served as an executive at Truss in the commercial real estate tech sector.
Ronan earned a B.A. in Political Science from Kenyon College in Ohio, where he was a member of the men’s tennis team. Professionally, he serves on the ULI Chicago Advisory Board where he co-chairs the DEI Committee. He is also a member of the Technology and Real Estate National Council at ULI.
Ronan resides in Deerfield, Illinois, with his wife and two children. Outside of work, he is an avid paddle tennis player and dedicates his time to volunteering, teaching tennis to children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.
SUBURBAN MARKET LEADER
DAN FERNITZ
Dan joined Bradford Allen in 2017 and is the firm’s Suburban Market Leader. He is responsible for leading the leasing efforts for the firm’s office property portfolio of approximately 2.5 million square feet. Dan has over 30 years of experience in the commercial real estate industry and is experienced in marketing, leasing, and project management in both the office and retail sectors. Dan’s notable clients include Fulcrum Asset Advisors, TA Associates Realty, RREEF, GLL, Alliance Commercial Partners, Intercontinental Real Estate Corporation, Millbrook Real Estate Company, Northwestern Mutual Real Estate, and AEW Capital Management.
Prior to joining Bradford Allen, Dan worked at Jones Lang LaSalle where he managed the suburban Chicago leasing team for the last 13 years and was directly responsible for growing their office leasing portfolio from 1.5 million to 10 million square feet. Dan was a previously a Principal with 1st United Realty, Director of Leasing at Klaff Realty, L.P., and held a senior management role at The Ross Group/Ross Berger in Chicago.
Dan earned a B.S. in business administration with a concentration in real estate from the University of Arizona. He lives in Northbrook and enjoys golfing and fishing in his spare time. He also supports all of the Chicago sports teams, and plays drums in a band.
Professional Affiliations
Licensed Real Estate Broker in the State of Illinois
Member of NAIOP
Charter member of the Northbrook Jaycees
Former member of the North Suburban YMCA Board of Directors
EXEC VICE PRESIDENT, NEW YORK
GLENN ISAACSON
Glenn Isaacson is President of Bradford Allen’s New York office, leading brokerage services for the region. Prior to joining Bradford Allen, he served in senior roles at Cushman & Wakefield (Vice-Chairman) and CBRE (Executive Vice President).
During his 40-plus years in real estate, Glenn has represented numerous Class A properties for owners such as PGIM, Equitable Life Assurance, Sterling Equities, Edward Minskoff, Harry Macklowe, Investcorp, SJP Properties, and developer/owner Scott Rechler, among many others. He has completed successful leasing programs for the City’s most prominent buildings, including 590 Madison Avenue, 717 Fifth Avenue, 11 Times Square, Metropolitan Tower, 180 Madison Avenue, 475 Park Avenue South, Tower 45, and 575 Fifth Avenue.
In addition to his work on behalf of ownership, Glenn is a trusted advisor to many of the nation’s leading businesses, crafting solutions for their occupancy requirements to serve their business goals. Recently, he directed the 200,000-square-foot relocation of The Boston Consulting Group to 10 Hudson Yards, the 132,000-square-foot early renewal of Seyfarth Shaw at 620 Eighth Avenue, and the expansion of Forest Hills Hospital (Northwell) for 140,000 square feet. He was instrumental in bringing about the corporate relocation of the American Kennel Club to 65,000 square feet at 101 Park Avenue, which led to the relocation of their museum from St. Louis to the same building.
PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL AFFILIATIONS
Glenn has been a member of REBNY for over 40 years. He also serves as a member of the Board of Trustees for the American Foundation for Aids Research, an organization with which he has worked tirelessly since the passing of his brother Mark due to complications from AIDS. He sits on the board for AYR Wellness, a publicly traded company, where his oversight includes acquisitions and audit review. He is a lifelong member of the Sigma Chi Fraternity.
EDUCATION
Glenn holds a Bachelor of Science degree with a concentration in finance and economics from Florida Southern College.
EXECUTIVE MANAGING DIRECTOR
JOEL BERGER
Joel joined Bradford Allen in 2004 and was promoted to senior managing director in 2012. He represents both office tenants and office landlords, and oversees the firm’s healthcare practice, Bradford Allen Medical.
Throughout his tenure, Joel has completed over 2,000,000 square feet of transactions for his clients. Most recently, Joel completed significant lease transactions with University of Chicago Medicine (23,000 RSF), Bel Fuse (22,000 RSF), Adventist Health Partners (23,000 RSF), and Surgical Care Affiliates (10,000 RSF). Other significant past assignments include the completion of a 52,000-square-foot lease renewal for Lexis Nexis; a lease expansion and renewal of 21,000 square feet for Automated Engineering (AMEC), and a 15,000-square-foot lease for Illinois Center for Broadcasting.
Prior to joining Bradford Allen, Joel was the manager of business development at the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce and was responsible for the promotion of the Chamber’s services and the recruitment of new members. Outside of the office, Joel has been a passionate and active board member for Make a Wish Illinois since 2011 and a wish-granting volunteer since 2005.
Joel currently resides in Downers Grove with his wife, Elizabeth; son, Max; and his daughters, Alice and Hazel. He attended the University of Wisconsin where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration and was a two-time NCAA national champion on the Men’s Crew Team.
Professional Affiliations
Licensed Real Estate Broker in the State of Illinois
Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA)
Chicago Office Leasing Brokers Association
National W Club
Oak Brook Area Chamber of Commerce
Greater O’Hare Association
EXECUTIVE MANAGING DIRECTOR
ANDY DEMOSS
Andy joined Bradford Allen in 2005, focusing on landlord representation. He currently leads the firm’s downtown agency group with the primary goals of growing the practice and continuing quality service to existing clients.
During his tenure, Andy has completed over 500 deals and leased over 30 properties of various size and asset class across all major CBD submarkets. Current assignments include landmark buildings such as 104 South Michigan and 1 North LaSalle, among others. His efforts have led to the successful lease-up and sale of numerous properties. Andy has also led multiple building renovation programs of varying scope.
Andy resides in Lincoln Park with his wife and twins. A graduate of the University of Michigan (go Blue!), he enjoys playing tennis and exploring the city with his family.
Professional Affiliations
Licensed Real Estate Broker in the State of Illinois
Active Member of TCN Worldwide
EXECUTIVE MANAGING DIRECTOR
GORDON OGDEN
Gordon is responsible for leading the tenant representation practice at Bradford Allen’s New York office.
His expertise has facilitated major transactions globally, including deals in Tokyo, Sao Paolo, Paris, and London. In Manhattan, he has secured headquarters for renowned firms such as The New York Times, Warburg Pincus, Gannett, Nike, and Publicis. His clientele extends to prominent law firms, including WilmerHale and Dewey & LeBoeuf, as well as financial institutions like Warburg Pincus LLC. Additionally, Gordon represented national food hall retailer Urban Space in both office and retail transactions.
For more than 26 years, Gordon led Byrnam Wood LLC, the firm he co-founded alongside Joseph Thanhauser in 1997. He previously served as a vice chairman in the tenant representation division at the Edward S. Gordon Company prior to its merger with CBRE in 2003.
Outside of work, Gordon is dedicated to philanthropic pursuits, serving on the boards of the Collegiate School and the Boys’ Club of New York, and actively contributing to the Annual Fund at Marymount School.
Gordon is a member of the Real Estate Board of New York and the Counselors of Real Estate. He holds a B.A. in political science from Washington and Lee University.
SENIOR MANAGING DIRECTOR
CRAIG NADBORNE
Craig joined Bradford Allen in 2007 as a Senior Managing Director and in 2014 he was elected to the Midwest Commercial Real Estate Hall of Fame. With over 35 successful years in the commercial real estate industry, Craig is a seasoned and highly motivated professional who provides a wealth of knowledge and experience servicing his clients.
In his Tenant Rep capacity, Craig expertly assists his client base with renewals, relocations, expansions, and renegotiations of their office space leases. He specializes in helping the small to mid-size clients who traditionally don’t benefit from the quality service that major corporations receive. Another focus is on not-for-profit clients, including Lambda Legal Defense & Education Fund, Life Span, Heartland health Organization, Thresholds, and TPAN (Test Positive Aware Network).
Others clients receiving long-term assistance include: MainStreet Advisors, where he has completed five transactions over 15 years, including relocations, expansions, and subleasing of excess space; and Ajinomoto Food Ingredients, who have worked with Craig for over 20 years as they have expanded, contracted, and then doubled in size at their O’Hare location. Overall, he has closed over 1,000 transactions, valued in excess of $350 million, and has represented clients in more than 3,000,000 square feet of leasing and sales transactions.
As a Landlord Rep, most recently, Craig has been instrumental in repositioning and turning around properties such as 212 E. Ohio in Streeterville, 314 W. Institute Place and the Kinzie Design Center in River North, and the introduction of a renovated building, 2201 S. Halsted in Pilsen.
Craig lives in Andersonville with his husband and their 13-year-old Shepard mix. He stays active by working out, weight training, and focusing on living a healthy lifestyle. Craig is an avid traveler, having visited five continents, and a devoted Chicago sports fan (as well as the University of Illinois, from which he graduated).
Professional Affiliations
Licensed Real Estate Managing Broker in the State of Illinois
President, Chicago Business Network (CBN)
Chicago Office Leasing Brokers Association (COLBA)
Chicago Networking Group (CNG)
Lambda Legal Defense and Education Fund
Member, Midwest Commercial Real Estate Hall of Fame (2014)
Legal Council for Health Justice (Board of Ambassadors)
Former board member, Chicago House
MANAGING DIRECTOR
STEVE FITZGERALD
Since joining Bradford Allen in 2007, Steve has successfully grown his business to include significant landlord and tenant representation engagements. With over twenty-five years of experience working in sales, finance, and real estate, Steve has focused his efforts to working directly with entrepreneurial business owners—effectuating cost savings through in-the-trenches market and financial analysis, creative leasing efforts, and tenacious negotiation.
Steve is proud to represent prominent local and national tenants in the creative, financial, and business service industries. His roster of landlord representation clients include: The Kinzie Design Center, 230 East Ohio, 67 East Madison, One East Erie, and 367 West Erie.
Steve is an active parishioner of Old St. Pat’s and is proud to support The Francis Xavier Warde School and St. Ignatius College Prep. In his spare time, Steve enjoys running, golfing, and listening to live music.
MANAGING DIRECTOR
JUSTIN KESSLER
As the Managing Director of the tenant representation practice at Bradford Allen, Justin is dedicated to helping businesses achieve their real estate goals. His main focus is on building long-lasting advisory relationships. With a deep understanding of Chicago’s office market, he takes a step-by-step approach to make sure his clients have all the information they need to make informed decisions.
Since coming on board with Bradford Allen in 2011, Justin has worked with a variety of organizations across many industries. Some of his standout achievements include assisting a law firm with a challenging sublease and relocation in the post-pandemic era, guiding a 40-member real estate consultancy to a new office, and securing a spacious new headquarters for a rapidly expanding logistics company.
By applying his diverse business experience, Justin helps clients quickly identify potential issues and formulate effective strategies. He is committed to finding solutions for complex real estate deals through his creativity, cost-saving strategic planning, and his ability to anticipate a client’s operational needs.
Originally from just outside St. Louis, Justin now calls Chicago’s Uptown his home. Outside of work, he enjoys traveling with his family, biking along Chicago’s scenic lakefront, and spending quality time with his two lively daughters.
Professional Affiliations
Licensed Real Estate Broker in the State of Illinois
MANAGING DIRECTOR
MITZI FLEXER
A recognized leader in New York City’s commercial real estate market, Mitzi Flexer brings over a decade of experience in strategic leasing and tenant representation, with a strong expertise in the outer boroughs. As managing director, leasing services at Bradford Allen, she plays a key role in expanding the firm’s presence in these markets, helping landlords and tenants navigate complex office and retail transactions.
Prior to joining Bradford Allen, Mitzi was a senior director at Cushman & Wakefield, where she built a strong reputation for navigating the complexities of the New York real estate market. Her expertise in identifying opportunities, structuring deals, and negotiating on behalf of both landlords and tenants has made her a trusted adviser in the industry. Fluent in English and Spanish, Mitzi has worked with clients across diverse sectors, including retail, healthcare, and professional services, as well as internationally in Europe, Central America, and South America.
A lifelong New Yorker, Mitzi’s local expertise ensures her clients benefit from a comprehensive, strategic approach to their real estate needs. Her ability to execute transactions efficiently and strategically has earned her multiple CoStar Power Broker awards and recognition as one of Real Estate Weekly’s Leading Ladies in 2018.
Beyond her professional accomplishments, Mitzi is actively involved in industry and community organizations. She is a founding member of REBNY’s Brooklyn Retail Committee and a member of the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce and the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC). She earned a bachelor’s degree in history and comparative literature from Hofstra University.
MANAGING DIRECTOR
NORM MURDOCH
Norm joined Bradford Allen in 2018; he specializes in landlord representation and is based in the firm’s Oak Brook office as part of the Agency Services team. Norm’s primary responsibility is to provide strategic leasing initiatives and solutions for institutional landlords throughout Chicago’s Northwest and East-West submarkets, where he has represented over 2.5 million square feet of office space during his career. Norm has over 17 years of experience in the commercial real estate industry and has developed relationships with both institutional and entrepreneurial clients including Sperry Equity, Sovereign Partners, Barings Advisers, Franklin Street Properties, Piedmont Office Realty Trust, Northwestern Mutual Real Estate Investments, Columbia Property Trust, and KBS Realty.
Prior to joining Bradford Allen, Norm worked with Jones Lang LaSalle as a Senior Vice President and increased their suburban portfolio by 1.3 million square feet of new listings. He also spent three years with Cushman & Wakefield as a Senior Director and was a Vice President at Trammel Crow, where he carried out similar duties.
Norm earned a B.S. in Marketing from Colorado State University, in Pueblo, CO. He lives in Geneva, IL with his wife, Debbie.
Professional Affiliations
Licensed Real Estate Broker in the State of Illinois
NAIOP, Member Chicago chapter
DIRECTOR
ALEX GORDON
Alex is a landlord representative, specializing in prospecting for tenants through direct canvassing, broker outreach, and aggressive pursuit of tenants-in-the-market. His market knowledge, tenacity, and deal acumen have proven invaluable to his clients. Prior to joining Bradford Allen, Alex spent four years as a leasing agent at Golub & Company where he worked on 300 S. Wacker, 444 N. Michigan, 111 W. Washington, 625 N. Michigan and 680 N. Lakeshore. He also spent three years as an assistant property manager at Tishman Speyer where he worked on 525 W. Monroe and 190 S. LaSalle.
A graduate of the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University, Alex currently resides in Lakeview and enjoys volunteering at a local homeless shelter.
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR
KATRINA DOUGHERTY
Katrina’s responsibilities include making listings best-in-class, running broker lunch programs, tracking tenants-in-the-market, Matterport & RealtyAds oversight, broker outreach, broker events, collaboration on promotional materials, assisting with showings, and comprehensive reporting.
Prior to joining Bradford Allen, Katrina spent four years at Hines as a tenant services coordinator on behalf of Irvine Company at 1 N. Wacker. She helped drive the renewal process by deepening relationships and establishing long term value with tenants.
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR
MICHAEL FLINCHBAUGH
Michael joined Bradford Allen’s Chicago office as a broker in the downtown retail and office practice in 2023. He specializes in attracting new tenants to the firm’s portfolio and is responsible for client relationship building and tenant site selection.
Before joining Bradford Allen, Michael spent four years at the Lord Companies, where he supported senior brokers in both landlord and tenant representation within the retail sector. There, he offered in-depth insights into the Chicago retail landscape, consulting with both local ownership groups and franchisees.
Michael is an engaged member of ICSC and regularly attends local and national conference events. He currently lives in Lakeview and is a fitness enthusiast and foodie. Whether he’s at the gym, lounging by the lake, or exploring Chicago’s culinary scene, Michael enjoys an active lifestyle and values his time with friends.
SR ASSOCIATE
AVA BEGANOVIC
Ava joins Bradford Allen as a Senior Associate, serving as a Broker in the New York City office. Her role encompasses various responsibilities, including tenant prospecting and representation, assisting with the development and preparation of marketing materials, and cultivating strong client relationships. These efforts establish her as a local market expert in New York City.
Before joining Bradford Allen, Ava began her career in Commercial Real Estate as an Analyst in Australia, supporting Brisbane’s largest office leasing team. After a year in that role, she was promoted to Broker, gaining nearly three years of international brokerage experience in Australia.
Outside of work, Ava enjoys exploring New York City restaurants and experiences, traveling, and staying active through fitness.
SR ASSOCIATE
TONY BUILDER
Tony joined the firm’s New York office in 2021 as an associate broker. He began his career in real estate as a research analyst at Cushman & Wakefield, where he was responsible for brokerage support, market analysis, and creating reports.
Before joining Cushman & Wakefield, Tony developed an interest in real estate at Walter & Samuels, where he made his first foray into cold-calling as an ambassador for the Annual Fund at the University of Richmond, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in business administration.
Outside of his professional life, Tony is an accomplished martial artist with over 15 years of training and has successfully competed on the international stage. His other hobbies include soccer, chess, and drumming.
SR ASSOCIATE
NATHAN J. MEISNER
Nathan joined Bradford Allen in 2019, primarily focusing on helping companies find office space to fit their needs by assisting in all facets of the leasing process. His responsibilities include finding office requirements and negotiating new leases, renewals, and extensions. Nathan also maintains current market knowledge and relationships with owners, which helps him create the best options for his clients.
Prior to Bradford Allen, Nathan began his commercial real estate career with summer internships at Cushman & Wakefield and Zeller Realty Group. A graduate of Ohio University in real estate and financial management, Nathan became an office tenant rep broker at Monarch Realty, before joining Miller Chicago Real Estate.
A Cincinnati native, Nathan is the middle child of six siblings and a longtime fan of all Cincinnati sports – Bengals, Reds, and FC Cincinnati. He now lives in Wicker Park and spends his free time watching or playing sports, fishing, camping, hiking, and finding new spots to dine and drink in the city.
SR ASSOCIATE
JESSE MIRANDA
Jesse plays a pivotal role on Bradford Allen’s Industrial Services team. He excels in identifying property acquisition opportunities, representing tenants/landlords, and handling sales. With a focus on the Chicago and Southwest Suburban markets, Jesse has successfully guided numerous clients, from national stakeholders to megasite developers, in achieving their business and investment goals. He works closely with his clients, understanding their unique needs, and offering tailored solutions.
Before joining Bradford Allen, Jesse was associated with a boutique commercial real estate brokerage in Chicago, where his focus was on real estate investments, redevelopment, and multifamily properties. With a decade of experience in the automotive/manufacturing sector, including a time at Tesla, Jesse brings this expertise into his role at Bradford Allen. He assists battery and EV manufacturers in selecting the ideal site for their operations.
Drawing from a diverse background, Jesse provides clients with valuable insights, ensuring they make informed decisions to meet their goals.
ASSOCIATE
PEYTON ALTENBAUMER
Peyton joined Bradford Allen as an associate in 2023 and is part of the Landlord Representation practice serving downtown Chicago. Her role involves a range of responsibilities, including tenant prospecting, assisting in property showings, compiling reports for owners, and contributing to client support.
Before joining the firm, Peyton amassed two years of experience in customer service, where she specialized in customizing solutions to meet client needs. She is excited to bring this client-centric approach to her work at Bradford Allen.
Peyton grew up in the southern suburbs of Chicago and graduated with honors from the University of Kentucky’s Gatton College of Business and Economics, completing dual majors in marketing and management. When not working, she enjoys exploring the city’s diverse culinary scene with family and friends and takes pleasure in experiencing the various activities Chicago has to offer.
ASSOCIATE
STACY DITKA
Stacy joined Bradford Allen in 2022 as a member of the firm’s suburban brokerage team, concentrating in the North Suburban market. Her focus is on tenant representation and working to bring new tenants to BA’s portfolio through extensive market research, broker and tenant outreach, and assisting with showings and listings. She loves networking and building relationships with colleagues and clients.
A graduate of the University of Southern California with a BA in communications and theatre, she is the owner of her own family business, Ditka Kids, which she started with her father-in-law, Coach Mike Ditka, in 2012. Prior to joining Bradford Allen, she was the membership sales and service manager for the DBR (Deerfield, Bannockburn, Riverwoods) Chamber of Commerce. She has also worked in agency advertising, as well as in ad sales for the Sun Times Media Group.
Stacy grew up in Chicago and currently resides in Lake Forest with her husband, Mark, and sons Mark and Brett. Outside of the office, she enjoys cheering at her sons’ sporting and music events, traveling, and working on various Ditka family projects and charitable endeavors. She is excited to be part of Bradford Allen and all the exciting opportunities that BA offers within the commercial real estate industry.
Professional Affiliations
Licensed Real Estate Broker in the State of Illinois
DBR Chamber of Commerce
Misericordia Heart of Mercy in Chicago
ASSOCIATE
JAMES HART
James serves as a broker at Bradford Allen’s New York office. With a strong background in tenant representation, James assists clients from diverse industries in crafting and executing their real estate strategies. This encompasses tasks such as relocations, expansions, renewals, and occupancy cost optimizations. He is pivotal in driving new business for the firm, broadening Bradford Allen’s market reach, and consistently delivering exceptional value to his clients. He previously served as a director in the tenant representation division at Byrnam Wood.
Prior to his real estate journey, James showcased his entrepreneurial spirit by founding a maritime company, offering yacht management and captaining services. As a licensed captain by the United States Coast Guard, he successfully built and
sold this venture which catered to over 35 clients across six states.
In his free time, James is passionate about outdoor activities. He relishes shooting skeet and trap, sailing, and navigating boats through New York’s channels and marshes.
ASSOCIATE
LAURYN SUSSMAN
Lauryn joined Bradford Allen in 2023 as an associate in the Chicago office. She focuses on all aspects of the leasing process with the goal of finding the ideal office space to fit her client’s specific needs. Lauryn’s main responsibilities include market reconnaissance, business development, tenant outreach, and building and maintaining relationships with clients.
Previously, Lauryn spent two years at Cushman & Wakefield where she performed lease renewals, market analysis, and negotiations. She also specialized ADA requirements and bringing spaces to compliance. Lauryn graduated from University of Missouri’s Trulaske College of Business, majoring in finance with an emphasis in real estate.
Lauryn enjoys staying active, spending time outdoors, and being with friends and family. She has recently developed a knack for cooking as well. Being from St. Louis, Lauryn is a Cardinals fan and, since the Rams left, a KC Chiefs fan.
ASSOCIATE
DENVER TVETER
Denver joined Bradford Allen’s New York City office as an associate in 2025, building on his earlier experience as an intern with the firm. During his internship, he gained valuable insights into the industry, laying a strong foundation for his current role. He is a leasing associate specializing in tenant outreach and advocacy. His role involves building strong client relationships while also delivering comprehensive market analysis to support strategic decision-making.
Denver graduated from Molloy University with a degree in finance. While at Molloy, he was an active member of the business honors program and played for the Men’s Lacrosse team. In his free time, Denver enjoys staying active by playing sports and spending time with friends and family.
BROKERAGE ADMINISTRATOR
SAMANTHA ZANAYED
Samantha joined Bradford Allen in 2023 as a broker administrator based in the suburban Chicago office. Her primary focus is on managing, maintaining, and identifying new client opportunities through diligent tracking of prospects, referrals, leads, and sales. Additionally, Samantha manages and tracks all online listings for suburban brokers, ensuring maximum visibility for their properties in the market.
Before joining BA, Samantha played a key role in driving agent growth and retention while working at Better Homes & Gardens RE Connections. Her responsibilities included onboarding, managing, and training brokers on effective CRM management, while also orchestrating various office events, from grand openings to charity events and community activities.
Samantha is a graduate of the University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana, with a bachelor’s degree in hospitality management. Her early career included working with celebrity chef Stephanie Izard, where she gained valuable experience in event planning and customer service. Outside of work, Samantha enjoys traveling and trying out new restaurants.
TRANSACTION MANAGER
KENISHA BRANSON
Kenisha connects brokers and marketing, ensuring seamless deal execution with the right materials, reports, and pipeline management. A licensed real estate broker, she has extensive experience in field operations, transaction management, compliance, and quality assurance.
Born and raised on Chicago’s West Side, Kenisha holds a sociology degree from the University of Iowa, bringing a strong understanding of community dynamics to her work. Outside of real estate, she is a wife and mother of three, passionate about community engagement, cultural events, and supporting entrepreneurs with social media strategy. Known for her strategic mindset and approachable demeanor, she is dedicated to delivering results and making an impact.
Development
EXEC MANAGING DIRECTOR, DEVELOPMENT
BRIAN E. CARLEY
Brian is responsible for developing new business and performing outreach initiatives. In combination with his outgoing personality, his firsthand knowledge of the real estate development business and creative financing strategies helps him connect with clients and understand their specific needs.
Prior to joining the firm, Brian was the vice president of The Fordham Company for twenty years. During his tenure, Fordham developed nearly one thousand luxury residential units and high-end hotels in downtown Chicago with a market value of approximately $1 billion. Brian’s first-hand experience with deal structuring and capital formation is invaluable to the firm.
Brian lives in Winnetka, Illinois, with his two teenage children. In his free time, he is an avid board-sports enthusiast that enjoys snowboarding, skateboarding, surfing, and stand-up paddling, as well as mountain biking and yoga. Brian attended the University of Denver and earned a Master of Business Administration from Northwestern’s Kellogg School of Management.
Professional Affiliations
Member, Urban Land Institute
SR MANAGING DIRECTOR
MICHAEL CANNON
Michael joined Bradford Allen in 2023 as the Senior Managing Director of Development, bringing with him nearly three decades of experience in developments, including adaptive reuse, high-rise office and residential buildings, and industrial projects. At Bradford Allen, he will spearhead development efforts for new construction projects and oversee major enhancements to existing assets.
While studying at the University of Texas, Michael embarked on his professional journey as a carpenter. This hands-on experience led him to establish a construction firm in Chicago. After building a foundation in the construction world, he pursued law school and transitioned into a legal career, predominantly focusing on construction transactions and litigation. Moving back to development, he supervised the construction of a power plant in Kuwait. Later, he spent several years as an owner’s representative, managing the development of luxury senior living campuses nationwide. Michael’s accomplishments also encompass the ground-up development of a high-rise apartment building in downtown Chicago and the adaptive reuse of Chicago’s iconic Tribune Tower, converting it from office spaces to luxury condominiums and upscale retail establishments on the Magnificent Mile. Before joining Bradford Allen, he was with Sterling Bay, where he managed the development of life science, commercial office, and multi-family residential projects in Chicago and other major US cities.
Michael currently resides in Chicago with his wife and their two teenagers. He dedicates the majority of his down time to transporting his children to their several sports practices and matches.
VICE PRESIDENT, DEVELOPMENT
ANDY GUSH
Andy joined Bradford Allen in 2024 as vice president of development. He brings nearly 20 years of development and construction experience to the team, including several complex multi-phase redevelopments in urban core locations. His projects span multiple market sectors, including residential, senior living, office, hospitality, healthcare, and student housing. Having performed roles in construction project management, owner’s representation, and development, Andy’s unique view of the delivery process encompasses several perspectives.
After graduating with a degree in civil engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, Andy worked as a construction project manager in Chicago for Lendlease, a global real estate company. In 2016, Andy relocated to London to work on several phases of the redevelopment of the Heygate Estate, now called Elephant Park. Returning to Chicago in 2018, he joined their development team and helped complete over 2,000 residential units in Chicago in six years. Andy’s expertise in managing design, cost, and construction helps project teams succeed from concept design to closeout.
Andy earned an Executive Master of Business Administration with honors from the Quantic School of Business and Technology. He serves as a director of Chicago Community Sculling and enjoys running, rowing, and cycling. Andy lives in Logan Square with his wife.
Professional Affiliations
Licensed Professional Engineer in Illinois
LEED Accredited Professional BD+C
CHIEF OF STAFF, DEVELOPMENT
MEGAN FERNS
Megan joined Bradford Allen as a member of the acquisitions team in fall 2022, helping oversee the debt management for the company’s real estate portfolio. In December 2023, she transitioned into her current role as Chief of Staff for Bradford Allen Development Company. In this capacity, Megan directs project management for ongoing developments, fostering interdepartmental communication and aligning operational efforts with overarching strategic objectives, allowing the executive team to concentrate on high-level strategies while optimizing workflow efficiency.
Outside of her professional commitments, Megan is pursuing a Master of Business Administration at Wayne State University, complementing her earlier bachelor’s degree in business administration with a concentration in finance from Grand Valley State University. Beyond her academic and career pursuits, Megan dedicates a significant portion of her time to traveling to support her sister’s career as a professional race car driver.
ASSOCIATE MANAGING DIRECTOR, DEVELOPMENT
JOSEPH DONINI
After a brief internship with the firm, Joseph officially joined Bradford Allen Investment Advisors as a Financial Analyst in 2021, where he is a member of the Debt Originations & Acquisitions team. Joseph primarily focuses on the underwriting of potential debt and equity investments. A recent graduate of the University of Michigan, he received a Bachelor of Arts in economics.
Joseph is originally from New Jersey, where he grew up in a family of seven. In his free time, he enjoys golf, fishing, and playing guitar.
DIRECTOR, DEVELOPMENT
CRAIG DeFEO
Craig works alongside both BA Asset Management and BA Development with the primary role of managing and overseeing new and existing properties across various different asset classes. After graduating from the University of Colorado in 2020, Craig started off his career in real estate as a property manager which enabled him to learn the industry from the ground up and exposed him to a broad range of challenges. Over the last several years, Craig has transitioned into asset and development management, working to enhance the Bradford Allen portfolio and maximize every investment on a daily basis. In his free time, Craig enjoys playing the guitar, lifting weights, and snowboarding.
Professional Affiliations
Licensed Real Estate Broker in the State of Illinois
Licensed Real Estate Sales Associate in the State of Florida
INVESTMENT ANALYST
JAKE BLESI
Jake joined Bradford Allen in 2021; he is a member of the firm’s suburban brokerage, specializing in landlord representation for Tri State Office Center, supporting leasing efforts, guiding property tours, and assisting with strategic planning and property marketing.
Prior to joining Bradford Allen, Jake was at Chime, working as an analyst in the neobank’s fraud department. He also spent a year and a half with @properties as an intern in their commercial real estate division.
A native of the Chicago suburbs, Jake grew up in Winnetka. He received a Bachelor of Business Administration in finance from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. Jake is a Chicago sports fan (Cubs, Bears, Blackhawks) and remains an avid supporter of Ohio State football. In his free time, he likes to golf, ski, and play softball.
Professional Affiliations
Licensed Real Estate Broker in the State of Illinois
Finance & Accounting
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
SAM HADDAD
Sam is the Chief Financial Officer at Bradford Allen and has more than 25 years of corporate finance, capital markets, investment banking, and accounting experience.
As CFO, he is primarily responsible for managing the company’s finances, including financial planning, management of financial risks, record-keeping, financial reporting and analysis of data. He supervises the finance unit and is the chief financial spokesperson for the organization. Sam is also responsible for developing strategic and tactical matters relating to financial management, cost-benefit analysis, forecasting needs and the securing of new funding. Sam is passionate about maintaining the quality of work and a high standard of excellence. He strives to make things more efficient and to utilize technology to drive down costs. In addition, he has a strong work ethic and is committed to doing the right thing and operating with integrity.
Prior to joining the firm, he served as Senior Director and Group Manager for the BRM Capital Markets division of Fitch Ratings. Sam was Vice President, Investment Banking for Comerica Bank, a $65B, publicly traded top 20 US bank holding company where he originated, executed and structured debt, equity and financial advisory engagements in public and private capital markets. Additionally, he was Vice President, Finance and Treasurer for the Martin Brower Company. In these capacities Sam has raised and structured a significant amount of capital in several countries and currencies; issued both debt and equity securities; completed several global M & A transactions; managed pension assets; managed corporate finance functions such as financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, consolidations, financial modeling and accounting; as well as global cash management.
Sam holds a Master of Business Administration in Finance from the Keller Graduate School of Management and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Loyola University, Chicago. Sam lives in the Chicago area with his wife and children. In his spare time, he is an avid Chicago Bears fan and also enjoys golf and gardening.
Professional Affiliations
Certified Treasury Professional (CTP)
TREASURER
DAVE OSTROWSKI
Dave is responsible for cash management and maintaining banking relationships at Bradford Allen. Working closely with all departments within the company, Dave helps facilitate cash reporting, money movement, and cash forecasting needs. Dave also oversees the accounts payable function and ensures the timely payment of expenses to external vendors and lenders.
After working in public accounting, mainly auditing manufacturing clients, Dave started his real estate career over twelve years ago as a financial reporting accountant with GEM Realty Capital. He then joined IRC Retail Centers in Oak Brook before the company was acquired by Pine Tree. Following the merger, Dave shifted his focus to treasury and cash management. With his background as a CPA, Dave brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to Bradford Allen in managing office, retail, hospitality, and residential properties, allowing him to assist with financial reporting while also managing cash needs.
Dave is a lifelong resident of the Chicago suburbs and a graduate of Loyola University Chicago. He met his wife there, and now they reside in Lombard with their two children. Dave is an avid Chicago sports fan and also enjoys traveling in his free time.
DIRECTOR, FINANCIAL PLANNING & ANALYSIS
BRIAN NELSON
With 15 years of experience in financial planning and analysis, Brian brings a wealth of expertise to the role. He has a strong ability to analyze, manipulate and interpret large amounts of data through extensive Excel modeling, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills. In addition, he has experience interacting with C-level executives. Prior to joining BA, Brian served as Director of Finance at Wolters Kluwer, where he was a strategic finance partner to the leadership team of the Clinical Surveillance, Compliance & Data Solutions Health Business Unit. He also worked as Senior Manager of Finance/Analytics at Allstate Insurance and as Finance Manager at Walgreen. Brian received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Illinois, with a concentration in Entrepreneurship. He is married with two young boys and enjoys playing golf and hockey in his free time.
CONTROLLER - PROPERTIES
JOHN SCHREIBER
John joined Bradford Allen in 2020 from Magnolia Capital, where he oversaw property accounting as a Senior Accountant. John previously worked at JLL as a corporate accountant before transitioning to a financial analyst role. As a Director within our Finance department, he performs the month-end close process for a number of properties, in addition to completing any lender reporting requirements and supporting financial audits when applicable. He brings more than five years of industry experience to his role.
A Chicago native, John was born and raised in the Edison Park neighborhood. He holds bachelor’s degrees from DePaul University in accounting and finance. In his free time, John enjoys golf and remains an avid sports fan.
DIRECTOR, CORPORATE ACCOUNTING
TOM PRETET
Tom plays a crucial role in preparing and reviewing the company’s financial statements monthly. His efforts are key to ensuring the financial health of the organization and fostering strategic decision-making. Beyond routine financial management, Tom is passionate about identifying and enacting process improvements within the corporate accounting framework, reflecting his commitment to operational excellence.
He has had a successful career in accounting in the real estate industry, with a considerable amount of time spent at Senior Lifestyle Corporation, where he specialized in senior housing. Tom also possesses expertise in student housing with Corespaces and industrial real estate with Bridge Industrial, showcasing his diverse background in the real estate sector.
Outside of work, Tom’s world revolves around his young son, Cameron, and his dog, Winston. A sports enthusiast, he enjoys following Chicago-based teams and the University of Iowa’s athletics.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE MANAGER
KEN FLETCHER
Ken oversees the Accounts Payable department at Bradford Allen, where he manages invoicing, vendor relations, and payment processing, while also working to enhance the company’s AP processes and procedures. He brings more than 15 years of experience in finance and accounting, including his most recent role leading the AP department and managing a large national retail portfolio for a property management company.
Ken lives in Lombard, Illinois, with his wife, Andi, and their two children. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family, weekends up north, and golfing with friends and coworkers. A self-proclaimed gearhead, Ken also handles live sound for Andi’s party rock cover band, Reality Bytes, which plays hits from the ’80s, ’90s, and 2000s.
TREASURY ANALYST
STANISLAV DENISOV
Stanislav began his professional journey in the accounting sector for private equity firms before pivoting to treasury. Today, he channels his vast knowledge in transactions, reconciliations, fraud prevention, and cash management toward refining and implementing financial processes and best practices. Stanislav’s primary objective is to develop secure, streamlined, and efficient systems for transfers, cash analysis, and bank account oversight.
Before joining Bradford Allen, he served as a treasury analyst at Watermark Lodging Trust. There, he was entrusted with overseeing the cash flow, banking, and payment procedures for a selection of privately owned hotels.
Stanislav is the financial guru among his circle of family and friends, often consulted for budgeting and financial advice. In his downtime, he loves rock climbing, playing ping pong, and seeking out spicy dishes.
SR CORPORATE ACCOUNTANT
LAKESHA THREATT
Lakesha Threatt is the Senior Corporate Accountant at Bradford Allen. With over 22 years of accounting experience, Lakesha is responsible for overseeing all daily accounting activities, including accounts payable and accounts receivable, journal entries, and bank reconciliation. She also provides financial information to internal and external stakeholders via financial statements, as well as being the liaison for the annual audits.
Her main focus is to add to the ever-growing accounting team by being adaptable and supporting the team where needed. According to a Gallup strengths-finder test, Lakesha is very strong in the areas of responsibility, learning, and achievement. These three themes drive who she is, taking ownership of anything she commits to, loving the process of learning, and looking forward to reaching goals that she sets for herself. Lakesha is experienced in using Financial Edge Accounting Software and Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Lakesha previously worked as an Accounting Manager at Center for Research Libraries, a not-for-profit research library where she oversaw month-end closing, acted as grant funds administrator, and managed treasury management for the organization. She managed and coached a team of three, working to improve workflows and accounting processes.
Lakesha is family-oriented and loves to travel with her family. In her free time, she loves to sew with her daughter and enjoy beautiful walks along the lakefront. She also volunteers at local food pantries throughout the year. Lakesha’s favorite time of the year is Chicago summers.
SR PROPERTY ACCOUNTANT
RICHARD SAKOWSKI
Richard serves as a senior property accountant at Bradford Allen, bringing over a quarter-century of real estate experience to the role. He manages the full month-end close process for various office properties, as well as handling annual tenant reconciliations and assisting with yearly audits. Before joining the firm, he held a similar position at Avison Young, where he managed financials for multiple office and mixed-use properties. Richard is well versed in Excel and has hands-on experience with accounting software such as MRI and Yardi.
A Chicago native through and through, Richard enjoys culinary adventures, globetrotting, and animal care in his personal life.
SR PROPERTY ACCOUNTANT
ALEXIS CERNY
Alexis has been a senior accountant on Bradford Allen’s Property Accounting Team since 2022. She is responsible for financial reporting and general data management for various properties.
Before joining Bradford Allen, Alexis worked for other commercial Real Estate companies, including Equity Residential, Zeller, and MB Real Estate, where she gained experience with residential development accounting and operational property accounting.
Alexis holds a master’s degree in accounting. She grew up in New Jersey and now resides in the Edgewater neighborhood with her husband and dog. In her free time, she enjoys nature, music, and traveling.
SR ACCOUNTANT
ELICE WILLIAMS
Elice has been a senior accountant at Bradford Allen since 2023, overseeing financial reporting and data management for month, quarter, and year-end closings, as well as acquisitions and ensuring adherence to accounting standards. She brings over 15 years of experience in real estate, specializing in multifamily and residential properties. Her previous roles include positions at FirstService Residential and Revantage.
Elice holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration and a master’s degree in accounting. She is currently pursuing CPA certification. She resides in the south suburbs with her husband and three sons. Outside of work, Elice enjoys quality time with her family, trying new restaurants, and watching sports.
PAYROLL MANAGER
TARA TURNER
Tara is the payroll manager at Bradford Allen, where she oversees all aspects of payroll. With over 25 years of expertise in payroll and accounting, Tara is a self-motivated team player, driven by results and continuous improvement. Prior to joining Bradford Allen, she held the position of payroll manager at a notable not-for-profit organization, managing all facets of payroll and taxes.
Tara is an active member of the American Payroll Association, the Chicago Payroll Association, and the National Society of Collegiate Scholars. Additionally, she offers her expertise as a notary. Tara earned her bachelor of business administration from Robert Morris University and a master’s in human resource management from Saint Xavier University.
Residing in the south suburbs with her husband and son, Tara is a dedicated basketball mom, relishing every moment at her son’s games. She is also deeply involved in her church, where she holds positions on the board and serves as the treasurer.
DIRECTOR, HOSPITALITY ACCOUNTING
ALEECE FELDBERG
With more than 12 years in finance management, Aleece brings proven success in providing leadership necessary to guide financial operations through strong collaboration with senior management along with the effective building of financial management teams that actively support an organization’s mission and values. Prior to joining BA, Aleece gained her deep operational acumen though front-line roles with Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, Warwick Hotels & Resorts, Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide, SMASHotels, and most recently, Heitman LLC., a real estate investment management firm.
Aleece was born and raised in the suburban city of Highland Park, about 25 miles north of downtown Chicago. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Ohio State University and a Master of Accountancy from DePaul University. In her free time, Aleece enjoys travelling, training for marathons, and trying new restaurants around the city.
PROPERTY ACCOUNTANT
JACOB GINZBURG
Jacob became a part of the Bradford Allen team in 2023, stepping into the role of property accountant with a focus on commercial property accounting. With valuable prior experience in both commercial and residential property portfolios from his tenure at Kass Management Services, Jacob effectively draws upon this knowledge in his current role. Additionally, his experience as a fund administrator at Alter Domus further enhances his expertise.
Hailing from the suburbs of Chicago, Jacob is an alum of DePaul University, where he secured his bachelor’s degree in finance and management information systems. Outside of work, Jacob is an avid outdoorsman, enjoying hunting and fishing. He’s also keen on sports, frequently engaging in tennis and pickleball.
STAFF ACCOUNTANT
WALEITHA MARLOWE
Waleitha joined Bradford Allen in 2014 after working with for-profit organizations and real estate firms including Indcor, Transwestern, and RREEF Property Management Company. With more than three decades of diverse accounting experience, Waleitha brings a wealth of knowledge to her role.
Supporting the firm’s executives, property managers, and leasing agents, Waleitha’s financial knowledge is crucial to ensuring the expert handling of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and various payroll functions. Detail oriented, Waleitha is a proficient problem solver and an asset to the firm. Her other responsibilities include tenant and vendor relationship management and acting as banking liaison on the firm’s behalf.
Waleitha lives on the Southeast side of Chicago and has four daughters. A self-proclaimed “professional shopper,” she has a serious passion for online shopping. In addition, Waleitha is the executive administrative coordinator for her pastor at Trinity All Nations Deliverance Ministries.
STAFF ACCOUNTANT
BEATRIZ SANCHEZ
Beatriz joined Bradford Allen in 2021. In her role as a staff accountant, she works on various properties managing the month-end close process, such as working on bank reconciliations and posting journal entries. Additionally, she prepares financial statements on a monthly basis and helps to prepare tenant reconciliations on an annual basis. She is experienced in using MRI Software and Microsoft Office, with a focus in Excel.
Before joining the Bradford Allen team, Beatriz worked in Oak Brook for Mid-America Real Estate Group, where she prepared financial statements for various retail real estate properties. She earned her bachelor’s degree in accounting and finance from Elmhurst University in 2019.
Beatriz currently resides in Schaumburg, where she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, reading a good book, or watching movies. Her interests include constantly learning new hobbies, such as crocheting or baking.
HR & Office Operations
SR MANAGING DIRECTOR, HR & OFFICE OPERATIONS
ELLEN SOLNER
As the Senior Managing Director, Human Resources & Office Operations, Ellen is responsible for managing the firm’s operational support system, which includes information technology, human resources and strategic branding efforts across all business lines. Her various responsibilities involve handling benefits and employee onboarding/offboarding, telecommunications, and communicating with IT support. Additionally, Ellen acts as project lead and is the point of contact for client relations. Her technical expertise and tenacity are invaluable to the firm’s clients, leadership, and staff.
Prior to joining Bradford Allen, Ellen worked as an assistant at the University of Illinois at Chicago, where she handled the registration of core accounting courses. Ellen currently resides in the Lincoln Square neighborhood and enjoys traveling, cooking, and spending time with her nephew and nieces.
DIRECTOR, HR & OFFICE OPERATIONS
ALISHA McALEVY
Alisha McAlevy joined Bradford Allen in 2018 as an administrative assistant. Her various responsibilities include assisting with administrative tasks, employee onboarding, telecommunications and IT support. She also acts as the main contact with building management, aiding with technology issues around the office and general troubleshooting. Additionally, Alisha works in InDesign and Photoshop to assist the marketing team to produce marketing collateral for the suburban office team.
Prior to joining Bradford Allen, Alisha was a recruiter for Apex Lifesciences and performed full cycle recruiting, from finding candidates to scheduling/performing interviews, and completing onboarding on behalf of contractors. She is a graduate of Eastern Illinois University where she earned her degree in Communications.
Alisha lives in Medinah, IL, and she enjoys traveling and venturing into the city as much as possible. In her spare time, Alisha likes to play softball and go to the gym; she also volunteers at Clearbrook for adults with special needs.
MANAGER, OFFICE OPERATIONS
LISSETTE ANDRADE
Lissette Andrade joined Bradford Allen in 2019 as an Executive Assistant. She assists the two partners of the company, Jeffrey Bernstein and Laurence Elbaum. Her various responsibilities include assisting with administrative tasks, acting as the point of contact between executives and internal/external clients, preparing internal/external corporate documents for team members and industry partners, and processing agreements.
Prior to joining Bradford Allen, Lissette was a dental claims adjuster at Elite Administration in Park Ridge and an assistant wedding planner for Simply Elegant Weddings in Chicago. She is a graduate of Northeastern Illinois University, where she earned her bachelor’s in interdisciplinary studies.
Lissette lives in the northwest suburbs of Chicago. She enjoys traveling and spending her free time with family and friends. She also enjoys working out at Orange Theory fitness classes, baseball games at Wrigley Field, and live music.
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
DIANA PULIDO
Diana became the executive assistant to Bradford Allen’s co-founder, Jeffrey A. Bernstein, in 2021. In her role, she expertly manages Bernstein’s calendar, acts as his main point of contact for both internal and external executives, and oversees various administrative and operational tasks. Additionally, Diana serves as the travel coordinator for all travel arrangements for the firm. Before joining the company, she spent 21 years as an executive assistant at National Material L.P., a steel company headquartered in Elk Grove Village.
Diana lives in the northwest suburbs and enjoys traveling, attending live music events, and watching sports. She is also committed to philanthropic efforts, specifically supporting the Ray Graham Association in fundraising activities that benefit individuals with disabilities in the DuPage area.
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
ELLEN ANDERSON
Ellen joined Bradford Allen in 2021 as an administrative assistant at the suburban Chicago office. She works closely with the property management group and provides administrative support to the broader office staff. Her daily tasks include drafting contracts, liaising with utility and telecommunication providers, addressing tenant inquiries, and troubleshooting office technology issues.
Previously, Ellen was a human resources coordinator for a community unit school district in the western suburbs. Her responsibilities included administering leaves of absence, facilitating the onboarding process for teachers and staff, and handling unemployment claims.
Ellen graduated from Northern Illinois University with a degree in communications. She resides in Lombard, Illinois with her husband and two cats, and she enjoys spending time with her family and cross-stitching as a leisure activity.
OFFICE MANAGER
JESSICA VELAZQUEZ
Jessica joined Bradford Allen in 2018 as an Administrative Assistant. Her various responsibilities include assisting with administrative tasks, employee on-boarding/off-boarding, telecommunications, and IT support. She also acts as the main contact with building management, maintains contracts, processes agreements, and performs a number of in-office operational tasks.
Prior to joining Bradford Allen, Jessica was an Administrative Assistant at Synergy, and a Receptionist at PEO, the Professional Employer Organization. She is a graduate of Carl Schurz High School.
Jessica is a life-long resident of Chicago and a big Chicago Cubs fan. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling and spending time with her family.
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
KIM WOODRUFF
Kim serves as an office manager and the executive assistant to Glenn Isaacson, president, at Bradford Allen’s New York office. Since joining the firm in July 2021, she has been instrumental in ensuring the smooth operation of the office, managing administrative tasks, and acting as a primary liaison between vendors, clients, and visitors. Prior to her current role, Kim spent several years at Cushman & Wakefield and CBRE, providing advisory and transaction support to high-level executives. Among her responsibilities were managing schedules, coordinating travel, and overseeing commissions and financial reporting.
A native New Yorker, Kim is deeply involved in her community. She is an active participant in St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital efforts and has been recognized for her ongoing support. When she’s not at the office, Kim loves traveling to Europe to watch her son, Erving Walker, play professional basketball. She’s also a fan of the outdoors, enjoys cooking, and has a deep appreciation for the arts, particularly performances by the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater.
Investment Advisory & Asset Management
EXEC MANAGING DIRECTOR
JASON GOLD
Jason joined the firm’s New York City office in 2021, where he focuses on deal sourcing, acquisitions, business development, and valuations.
With more than 18 years in the industry, Jason has expertise across many segments and geographies. Having most recently come from institutional investment sales teams at Colliers and JLL, his real estate valuation skills—including over $14 billion in closed transactions—add deep experience to the Bradford Allen team.
Jason graduated from The George Washington University in Washington, DC with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree.
EXEC MANAGING DIRECTOR, ACQUISITIONS
JOHN BUTLER
John Butler joined BA Investment Advisors as an executive managing director in 2016 to lead Bradford Allen’s new acquisitions department. With more than twenty-five years of industry experience, John brings extensive knowledge of the commercial acquisitions process to the role along with a proven track record for success.
Throughout his esteemed career, John has been directly involved in acquiring over $2 billion dollars of real estate. He has experience handling a variety of product types such as commercial office space, industrial and medical offices, retail, and multi-family and senior housing. Prior to joining BA Investment Advisors, he held senior investment roles at Next Realty, ORIX Real Estate Capital, Broe Real Estate, and General Growth Properties over his career. John also served as a Principal with ForeFront Properties in Chicago, Illinois.
With John’s experience and dedication to BA Investment Advisors’ mission and values, he is an invaluable asset to the firm. John attended Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, where he earned a bachelor’s in accounting and finance.
Professional Affiliations
National Association of Real Estate Investment Managers (NAREIM)
International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC)
EXEC MANAGING DIRECTOR, REAL ESTATE FINANCE
CHUCK HOAG
Chuck joined Bradford Allen in 2014, bringing over thirty years’ experience as a banker, broker, and advisor to commercial investors across all asset types. As part of Bradford Allen Investment Advisors, he directs real estate finance strategy, advising on development projects, transactions, and other investment opportunities, as well as assessing risks and opportunities at the portfolio level.
Chuck began his career as a commercial lender with the Royal Bank of Canada and CIB Bank in Chicago. He then spent a decade working at two of the largest commercial real estate services companies. At JLL, as senior vice president in capital markets, he handled debt and equity placements for both public and private institutional investors’ developers and opportunity funds. Then as managing director for Cushman & Wakefield’s Equity, Debt and Structured Finance Group, he led the firm’s practice in the Central Region (Chicago, Dallas, and Houston).
Chuck holds an MBA from the University of Chicago and a BS in economics from Northwestern University. He lives in Old Town, and his interests include his two sons, tennis, cycling, alpine skiing, and reading.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, HOSPITALITY
AGHFAR ARUN
Aghfar joined Bradford Allen in August 2022 to lead the firm’s hospitality group. In this capacity, he actively manages the existing hotel portfolio and oversees lodging acquisition and development strategy. With eight years of experience as an investment sales hotel broker, Aghfar specializes in institutional-quality and value-add hotel assets.
Prior to joining Bradford Allen, Aghfar served as a vice president for Hodges Ward Elliott’s select service/portfolio investment sales group in Atlanta, Georgia. In this role, he managed sales execution, transaction management, and financial analysis, while directly facilitating deals worth over $100 million. Overall, he was involved in investment sales and refinancing assignments totaling more than $1 billion.
Aghfar graduated cum laude from Georgia State University, earning a bachelor’s degree in managerial sciences and finance. He was raised in Warner Robins, Georgia, and now resides in Chicago’s South Loop with his wife, Ayesha, and their mini Goldendoodle, Yayo. Outside of work, Aghfar enjoys traveling, cooking, boxing, and hiking.
SR MANAGING DIRECTOR, ASSET MANAGEMENT
BRIAN J. DOVALOVSKY
Brian joined Bradford Allen in 2020, bringing more than 23 years of experience in commercial and corporate real estate in all areas of asset management, property/facility management, and transactional work. He focuses on the asset management of both owned and third-party properties, while also supporting special projects for leadership.
Prior to joining the firm, Brian worked at Northwestern Medicine, leading real estate integration through a rapid-growth period for the health system. His responsibilities included oversight of property operations, real estate finance, and real estate transactions. During his tenure, Northwestern Medicine grew from a two-campus real estate portfolio to more than 100 sites of care; most recently, Brian headed up transactional work resulting in significant immediate care expansion throughout the system.
Previously, Brian worked at Equus Capital Partners, overseeing asset management activities for a Midwest portfolio of properties including 200 South Michigan Avenue in Chicago, Tallgrass Corporate Center in Bolingbrook, and Keystone at the Crossing in Indianapolis.
Brian received a B.S. from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. In his free time, he enjoys traveling the world, skiing, rafting, kayaking, and camping. He’s also an avid fan of Liverpool Football Club and the English Premier League. Brian is married with two children: a son in high school and a daughter who is a freshman at Miami University in Ohio.
Professional Affiliations
Licensed Real Estate Broker in the State of Illinois
Real Property Administrator (RPA) through Building Owners and Managers Institute (BOMI)
SR MANAGING DIRECTOR, MULTIFAMILY
DANIELLE MORSE
Danielle joined Bradford Allen in December 2022 as Senior Managing Director to establish and lead the firm’s multifamily platform. In this role she manages the multifamily acquisitions program from deal sourcing to closing. Consistent with BA’s vertically integrated investment philosophy, Danielle also supervises the portfolio’s in-house asset and property management teams. In addition to her over two decades of experience in multifamily acquisitions and operations, she is an accomplished professional artist.
SR MANAGING DIRECTOR, ASSET MANAGEMENT
MICHAEL PONTARELLI
Michael joined Bradford Allen in 2015 as a senior managing director in the investment advisory group. He brings with him a breadth of experience over a twenty-five-plus-year career with leadership experience in asset management, property management, and leasing/brokerage.
Prior to joining BA, Michael was in a senior leadership role at Foresite Realty Partners with oversight of the leasing and operations of nearly four million square feet of office, industrial, and retail properties. In this capacity, he successfully advised some of the world’s largest banks and institutions, such as Wells Fargo, Starwood Capital, LNR Partners, CW Capital, Key Bank, PNC Midland, and C-III Capital.
Previously, Michael served as a principal with his own firm and held senior roles at DTZ Real Estate (acquired by Cushman & Wakefield) and the predecessor to MB Real Estate (acquired by Transwestern Real Estate). His dedication, experience, and resourcefulness have proven to be strong assets over the course of his career.
Michael received his bachelor in business from Bradley University and is a licensed real estate broker in the state of Illinois. He resides in northwest suburban Chicago with his wife and daughters. In his free time, he likes to travel, cook, and participate in outdoor sports.
MANAGING DIRECTOR, ASSET MANAGEMENT
LOGAN SANGDAHL
With more than eight years in commercial, medical, retail, and residential property and facility management, Logan brings extensive financial, operational, and project management experience to his role at Bradford Allen, where he provides asset management services for the firm’s portfolio of owned properties.
Prior to joining Bradford Allen, Logan worked for Northwestern Medicine from 2014 to 2020 as a Property Operations Manager, where he managed a large commercial office high-rise (541 N. Fairbanks Court), a large medical office high-rise (676 N. St. Clair Street), the hospital’s single residential property in downtown Chicago (244 E. Pearson Street), and a development property in Old Irving Park (4441-4459 Irving Park Road). He also oversaw the finances of the main hospital’s retail portfolio. Previously, Logan also served as a Tenant Services Coordinator and Assistant Property Manager at Golub and Company.
A graduate of Illinois Wesleyan University, Logan received a B.A. in business administration with a specialization in finance. He is married and the proud owner of a rescue dog names Parsnip. In his free time, Logan enjoys traveling, camping, hiking, and volleyball, as well as playing and collecting board games.
Professional Affiliations
Licensed real estate broker in the state of Illinois
Real Property Administrator (RPA) through Building Owners and Managers Institute
SR DIRECTOR, ACQUISITIONS
TOM O’REILLY
Tom works closely with the acquisition and debt origination teams to provide ARGUS evaluation modeling, underwriting, and analyses; to originate mortgage, mezzanine and preferred equity financing for Bradford Allen’s investment fund; and to place debt for Bradford Allen’s real estate portfolio.
Tom’s responsibilities also include analyzing potential leases and assessing the financial impact on an investment, managing and evaluating both property-level and investment performance, and completing detailed quarterly financial statement analyses. He supports the acquisition and debt origination teams in researching and analyzing potential investments, modeling capital structures, and closing transactions.
Prior to joining Bradford Allen Capital, Tom worked as an Investment Analyst at Mid-America Real Estate Group. He was responsible for detailed financial underwriting and proformas, preparation of offering memoranda, evaluation of due diligence materials, and market research. Tom also interned at Draper and Kramer with their Commercial Mortgage group.
Tom graduated from the University of Michigan where he earned his Bachelor of Arts in Economics. He currently lives in Old Town after growing up in the western suburbs. Outside of the office, he enjoys following his favorite sports teams (Michigan football and basketball, along with the Chicago Bulls and White Sox), traveling the US and Europe, and discovering new bars and restaurants with friends in the city.
SR DIRECTOR, HOSPITALITY
BRYAN WILLIAMS
Bryan joined Bradford Allen in June 2024 and brings with him more than 13 years of direct experience in the hotel industry ranging from on-property operations and revenue management to ownership and asset management. Leveraging his diverse experience, Bryan is responsible for interfacing with stakeholders at all levels to ensure that each of the firm’s hospitality assets is optimized and meets strategic objectives and investor goals, as well as supports the firm’s overall hospitality asset strategy.
Before joining Bradford Allen, Bryan served as a director of asset management for Tishman. During his seven years with Tishman, he oversaw and/or supported the asset management of the firm’s hotel portfolio of varying management structures, service levels, and sizes ranging from 100 to more than 1,200 keys in addition to supporting the firm’s acquisitions and new development efforts. Prior to that, he served in several on-property management roles in both front office and revenue management, where his implementation of successful profit improvement, revenue generation, and guest service initiatives caught the attention of the hotel’s asset management and ownership group: Tishman.
Bryan received a Bachelor of Science in hospitality management from the University of Central Florida. In his free time, he enjoys (attempting) to play guitar and relaxing with his wife, Jill, and their dog, Tommy.
DIRECTOR, INVESTOR RELATIONS & REPORTING
EMILY DUGAN
Emily joined BA in 2022 as Investor Relations and Finance Manager, based out of our New York City office. Her primary focus at BA is to facilitate collaboration between internal teams and external investors. Emily acts as a liaison within the company, producing investment-related materials and communicating performance updates.
Prior to joining Bradford Allen, Emily was an Investor Relations Associate at Bain Capital. Emily earned a bachelor’s degree in business economics with a minor in political science and finance from Providence College. Outside of work, Emily enjoys running, golfing, skiing, and traveling. She also dedicates her time to volunteer work, actively supporting Experience Camps, a grief camp for children who have lost a parent or sibling. As a member of the regional advisory committee, Emily plays a crucial role in driving strategic initiatives, including camper outreach, retention, event planning, and fundraising.
DIRECTOR, ASSET MANAGEMENT
LUCAS HUERTA
Lucas Huerta is a Director of Asset Management at BA with 6 years of experience in commercial real estate. He has a bachelor’s degree in finance and marketing from Grand Valley State University and is currently completing his MBA at DePaul University with a concentration in Real Estate Investment & Finance. In his current role, Lucas is responsible for assisting with all aspects of corporate and national project management, bringing his knowledge and experience in project management, lease negotiations, and building operations to the team. Lucas has also worked in property management for JLL, where he served as the Assistant General Manager for 111 W Jackson Blvd. In his personal life, Lucas is an avid sports fan and enjoys volunteering at the Greater Chicago Food Depository.
DIRECTOR, HOSPITALITY
CONNOR PHELAN
Connor Phelan joined BA as a Director, Research in 2022. His primary responsibilities include researching and communicating actionable insights through quarterly and ad hoc reports, as well as maintaining the firm’s market data.
Prior to joining BA, Connor worked at DBRS Morningstar as a financial analyst in the commercial-mortgage backed securities group. In this role, he was responsible for analyzing and assessing the creditworthiness of commercial mortgage-backed securities.
In 2020, Phelan graduated from the University of Chicago, where he played football, with a degree in Public Policy. He grew up in the northwest suburbs of Chicago and outside of work, he enjoys playing pickup basketball and traveling.
ASSOC. DIRECTOR, REAL ESTATE FINANCE
CJ CASCINO
CJ joined Bradford Allen in 2024 as a member of the real estate finance team. His responsibilities include evaluating financial strategies and analyzing potential developments and transactions, as well as assessing risks and opportunities across the portfolio.
Prior to joining Bradford Allen, CJ worked as a valuations associate at Revantage, where he was responsible for financial reporting of over $20 billion of Blackstone’s real estate portfolio. He specialized in both student and manufactured housing.
A native of the Chicago suburbs, CJ grew up in Barrington, Illinois. He majored in finance with a minor in computer science at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. CJ is an avid fan of the Chicago Blackhawks and other main interests include golf, cars, and traveling.
ASSOC. DIRECTOR, BUSINESS LEGAL AFFAIRS
JESSICA HINDI
As an associate director in business legal affairs at Bradford Allen, Jessica fosters strategic partnerships and drives legal excellence. With a nuanced understanding of contract law, she expertly collaborates with outside counsel to navigate complex legal landscapes.
Jessica’s background in legal project management includes expertise in negotiation, contract management, and stakeholder collaboration. At DISH Wireless LLC, she oversaw successful nationwide launches and a merger, and developed the legal operations department. Her experience also includes work at the International Institute of Wisconsin and the City of Milwaukee, where she contributed to initiatives like the Milwaukee Streetcar project. Additionally, she has worked at Marquette Law School and volunteered at a pro bono clinic.
Jessica holds a bachelor’s degree in law and psychology from Marquette University and a certification in contract management from UCLA. She is currently pursuing an MBA to further bridge the gap between legal and business affairs.
Originally from California, Jessica grew up in Orange County. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, reading, exploring new restaurants, visiting art studios, and kickboxing.
INVESTMENT ANALYST
JAMES WAGNER
James joined Bradford Allen in the spring of 2022 as an analyst specializing in financial modeling for equity and debt investments across multifamily, hospitality, and office asset classes.
With three years of prior experience in corporate finance, James brings a strong analytical skill set to his day-to-day tasks. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from the University of Illinois—Chicago.
Beyond his professional pursuits, James is passionate about purchasing and renovating investment properties throughout Chicago. In 2022, he founded UIC’s first endowed real estate scholarship fund, which recognizes undergraduate students in UIC’s College of Real Estate who demonstrate community leadership, academic excellence, and a genuine passion for the real estate industry.
Professional Affiliations
Licensed Real Estate Broker in the State of Illinois
ASSOCIATE, ASSET MANAGEMENT
BEN DURBALA
Ben officially joined Bradford Allen in 2024 after previously working as an intern for the firm. He is an associate in the asset management group, where he assists in managing the firm’s portfolio of various properties. His role involves analyzing the financial performance of individual properties, evaluating capital expenditure and budget plans, and helping to improve the overall value of the firm’s portfolio.
A graduate of the University of Missouri, Ben earned a Bachelor of Science in finance with an emphasis in real estate. He grew up in the western suburbs and currently lives in Wrigleyville. Outside of the office, Ben enjoys watching his favorite Chicago sports teams (Bears, Bulls, and Cubs), traveling, and exploring new places around the city.
ASSOCIATE, REAL ESTATE FINANCE
JOHN FLANIGAN
John has over a decade of experience driving high-value transactions, portfolio management, and innovative lending solutions. This reflects his multidisciplinary approach that has shaped his ability to navigate complex markets.
He is deeply committed to philanthropy and scientific expeditions as a member of the Explorers Club. John also enjoys scuba diving, skiing, and piloting single-propeller aircraft and is a graduate of the University of Vermont, focusing on finance and international management.
Management Services & Consulting
PRESIDENT, MANAGEMENT SERVICES
JENNIFER MURPHY
Jennifer joined Bradford Allen in 2023 with over two decades of expertise in commercial property management, leasing, and construction management. As the president of Bradford Allen Management Services, she leads and guides the property management and construction teams, providing oversight for the firm’s full commercial portfolio.
Before her tenure at Bradford Allen, Jennifer served at Hines for 16 years, where she specialized in value-add and repositioned Class A assets, including 333 West Wacker Drive and 101 North Wacker Drive. She also gained experience in new developments such as Salesforce Tower Chicago and Takeda Pharmaceuticals’ North American Headquarters in Deerfield, Illinois. Throughout her career in property management, Jennifer has often assumed a dual role, focusing on both property operations and construction for tenant improvements and landlord capital projects.
Jennifer holds an MBA with a focus in real estate finance from DePaul University and a B.S. in civil engineering from the University of California, Irvine, where she also competed as a collegiate swimmer. A native of Chicago’s south side, Jennifer now resides in the city’s western suburbs with her husband and two children. In her down time, she enjoys gardening and improving her yard.
MANAGING DIRECTOR, CONSTRUCTION SERVICES
BOB BOSWELL
With over 35 years of experience in commercial Facilities and Construction management, Bob is a versatile professional skilled at performing optimally in ever-changing environments. He brings his observant and quick-thinking skills to his role at BA, where he will be heading up construction services, overseeing all construction, repair, and maintenance projects, and assisting with due diligence and construction underwriting for potential acquisitions.
Bob is also highly adept at translating big-picture vision into practical, strategic action plans for success. In his previous roles, he served as the Sr. Construction Project Manager at Pine Tree Commercial Realty, Director of Construction and Facilities at Cosi Restaurants, and AVP of Facilities nationwide at Bally Total Fitness.
Bob is proficient in a variety of project management software, including Honest Buildings, Procore, Service Channel, and Open Space, as well as Microsoft Projects and Microsoft Office suite.
Bob is married with four grown children and twelve grandchildren. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family and friends and is a science fiction movie fan.
MANAGING DIRECTOR, ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES
ROBERT ISAAC
Bob joined Bradford Allen in 2018 to lead the newly created Architectural Services department. Bob has over 35 years of professional experience and specializes in strategic workplace solutions, interior fit-up, built-to-suit solutions and construction management services. As an architect, he partners with commercial clients and building owners in a highly consultative manner to plan and design commercial interior spaces and custom furniture, developing solutions that allow his clients to meet their business, financial, spatial and timing goals.
Prior to joining Bradford Allen, Bob worked as an architect specializing in commercial space for clients throughout the Midwest through his company, Isaac & May. In 2010, he founded BaughbLabs, a product design and development studio that produces hand-crafted and unique pieces.
Bob is a graduate of the University of Illinois where he received his Bachelor of Arts in Industrial Design. Outside of work, he is an avid cyclist, riding and racing mountain bikes.
Professional Affiliations
Member, IDSA (Industrial Design Association of America)
DIRECTOR, OPERATIONS
ANGELA BURNETT
Angela works with the president of Bradford Allen Management Services to direct and lead the management of a 5M-square-foot portfolio of owned investments and third-party managed properties. She supports the on-site property management teams by providing leadership, ensuring operational processes and procedures, and focusing on a high level of tenant experience and property management performance.
Angela is a veteran commercial real estate professional accomplished in mixed-use asset management. Prior to joining BA, she worked for EQ Office as the senior property manager at Willis Tower, a 4.5M-square-foot Class A property with commercial office, co-working, restaurants and retail, broadcast communications antennas, an executive parking garage, and Skydeck Chicago featuring The Ledge.
Angela currently serves as president of the board for Chicago Real Estate Network, a social and charitable organization for property management professionals. She graduated from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign with a degree in political science. She lives in the Old Town neighborhood of Chicago and loves summertime Cubs games.
DIRECTOR, ENGINEERING
SEÁN KENNY
Seán joined Bradford Allen in 2024, bringing over 25 years of chief engineer experience with a proven track record of excellence in engineering operations.
Before joining Bradford Allen, Seán was chief engineer for CBRE at 150 North Riverside Plaza, a 1.2 million-square-foot, Class A building where he was part of a property management team that guided the property to the BOMA 2021 International TOBY award in the over 1 million square foot category. During his time with CBRE, Seán also received the 2023 BOMA/Chicago Gold Circle Award for Engineer of the Year and the 2022 CBRE National Engineering Exceptional Performance Award, displaying dedication and excellence in the field. Seán enhanced operational efficiency, reduced utility costs, and ensured tenant satisfaction through innovative engineering solutions. He has collaborated on cross-functional teams, led technical training programs, and contributed to industry-specific mentoring initiatives. He has participated in property transitions, commissioning oversight, and created comprehensive facility policies.
Before joining CBRE at 150 North Riverside, Seán started up 1330 W. Fulton for Sterling Bay. Navigating the commissioning process there while overseeing the ten tenant buildouts provided Seán with a unique perspective that illuminated gaps in the handoff of built environments to the property management team.
Seán served on the Chicago Gaelic Park Board of Directors from 2017 to 2021. The Gaelic Park Board’s mission is to promote Irish culture through sports, music, dance, theatre, and religion.
Seán holds a B.S. from DePaul University and is married with two sons. One son is actively involved in the performing arts scene at Lincoln-Way East, and the other is a freshman at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
Professional Affiliations
Seán is an active member of the Chief Engineers Association of Chicago, ASHRAE, and NFPA.
DIRECTOR, MANAGEMENT SERVICES
FELIPE OLMETA
GENERAL MANAGER
PATTY McDERMOTT
Patty joined Bradford Allen in April 2024 as the general manager at Pointe O’Hare, a Class A office building in Rosemont, Illinois. With over 25 years of experience in commercial office and retail management in both Chicago and throughout the suburbs, she has led projects to improve operations, enhance building systems and common areas, and streamline financial activities. The properties she has worked at have received LEED Certification, WELL Health & Safety Ratings, and have qualified for the TOBY (The Office Building of the Year) award through BOMA Suburban.
She started her career at NBC Tower and the John Hancock Center with U.S. Equities. In 2012, she joined CBRE, where she managed significant suburban assets such as Riverway and O’Hare International Center. More recently, as part of Hiffman National, Patty supervised a portfolio of suburban assets for an East Coast REIT and private investors across the western and northern suburbs of Chicago. She has been involved in the sales process of several assets, which included coordinating site visits, financial analysis, due diligence, and management transition.
Patty lives in Chicago with her husband and two college-age sons. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, reading, and learning how to play pickleball.
Professional Affiliations
Licensed Illinois Real Estate Broker
Real Property Administrator (RPA) designation through BOMI
GENERAL MANAGER
JANE REISCHMAN
Jane joined Bradford Allen in 2023 as the general manager of Jacksonville operations, bringing over 25 years of experience in commercial property management. She oversees the day-to-day operations of three company-owned assets: 701 San Marco, Enterprise Park, and The Crossing. Her responsibilities include capital improvement projects, tenant space construction, building maintenance, vendor relations, and financial management.
She began her career at CBRE, managing numerous Class A office properties, historical buildings, retail centers, and industrial properties. She also served as senior property manager for Banyan Street Capital, overseeing the Wells Fargo Center tower, a 36-story landmark office building. During Hurricane Irma in 2017, Jane led a successful recovery effort at Wells Fargo Center, restoring power and reoccupying the building in just 17 days.
Jane is married with two sons, five grandchildren, and two French bulldogs. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, and she has interests in art, music, and nature. She frequents local galleries, museums, and live concerts, and she enjoys kayaking, paddleboarding, and exploring local parks and the beach.
GENERAL MANAGER
TERRI SAMPLES
Terri has over 20 years of diverse experience in the real estate industry. Her extensive background includes a tenure at a national commercial brokerage firm and managing over 1.2 million square feet of industrial real estate. She joined Bradford Allen to oversee one of downtown Louisville’s most prestigious Class A commercial office buildings and an associated parking garage.
In her current role, Terri handles contract negotiations for various services, including parking garage management, janitorial work, security, and elevator maintenance. Her responsibilities encompass managing the day-to-day operations of both the building and the parking garage. She is also accountable for fostering contractor relationships, preparing financial statements, and producing annual budgets that include tenant expenses and reconciliations. Additionally, Terri supervises the staff at the tower.
Professionally, Terri is an active member of the local BOMA chapter and belongs to IREM. Outside of work, she treasures time spent with her family and twin grandchildren.
GENERAL MANAGER
DON WISINSKI
As a general manager in Bradford Allen’s Management Services division, Donald is responsible for the day-to-day operations of both company-owned and third-party assets in the Chicagoland suburbs. Donald brings over 18 years of experience in property and facilities management of commercial office and retail space and has a strong understanding of building mechanical operations. He has developed significant vendor relations, which he incorporates into value and high-quality service for his properties. His notable customer service experience allows for creative and outside-of-the-box solutions to address challenges inclusively. Donald strives to create value for both tenants and owners through budget and project management initiatives.
His responsibilities are multifaceted and include: caring for the maintenance of all assigned properties, tending to tenant relations and addressing tenant needs, and creating fiscal budget plans for landlords based on property goals and direction. In addition, Donald interacts with contractors and sub-contractors to gather estimates, analyze bids, and make recommendations to ownership for possible updates and renovations.
Prior to joining Bradford Allen in 2017, Donald was a property manager for Class B buildings at Boxer Property Management Corporation. He also worked as an area facilities manager at Foresite Realty Partners focusing on distressed and transitional property management along with third-party assignments. Donald began his real estate career with M&J Wilkow in facility management focused on Class A buildings.
Donald resides in Naperville with his wife and enjoys spending his spare time being outside as much as possible, playing golf, and spending time with family. Donald is a graduate of Illinois State University.
Professional Affiliations
Licensed Real Estate Broker in the State of Illinois
International Facilities Management Association
SENIOR PROPERTY MANAGER
DIANA HAMILTON
Diana joined Bradford Allen in April 2024 as a senior property manager at Tri State Lincolnshire. She brings over 10 years of diverse property management experience, including financial reporting, budgeting, capital planning, tenant relations, project and construction management, vendor management, contract negotiation, and energy and sustainability initiatives.
Prior to joining BA, Diana spent eight years with Cushman & Wakefield as a property manager at Riverway in Rosemont and other office properties. Before C&W, she was an assistant property manager with Transwestern at 500 W. Madison in downtown Chicago. She began her property management career with Cassidy Turley, working as a property administrator for a portfolio of industrial buildings and later as a national facility manager for Rasmussen College’s office and campus locations nationwide.
Diana holds a bachelor’s degree from Purdue University. Born and raised in the northwest suburbs of Chicago, she currently resides there with her family.
Professional Affiliations
Licensed Real Estate Broker – State of Illinois
LEED Green Associate – USGBC
SENIOR PROPERTY MANAGER
CORINTHIA “ISSY” BROADWELL
Issy joined Bradford Allen in 2024 as the senior property manager in Jacksonville, bringing over 20 years of diverse commercial property management experience. She is responsible for supporting the general manager in ensuring ownership’s goals and objectives are obtained by performing financial reporting, budgeting, capital planning, tenant relations, vendor and contract management, and implementing processes and procedures.
Issy began her career in commercial property management with Trammell Crow Company as a receptionist and advanced to tenant and HR coordinator working directly with the director of property management. Issy continued her growth in the commercial property management industry by working with companies such as Flagler Development, Hallmark Partners, REIT Management and Research, and Cushman & Wakefield managing diverse portfolios. She most recently worked at Baptist Health Systems managing a portfolio consisting of medical office buildings located on their hospital campuses.
Issy is married with two children and two fur babies. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, biking, and spending time with family and friends.
Professional Affiliations:
Licensed Real Estate Sales Associate in the State of Florida
Building Owners and Managers Institute, RPA® Designation
PROPERTY MANAGER
SHELLA CARDILLO
Shella Cardillo is a member of the Jacksonville property management team, overseeing operations at 4190 Belfort Road and 4345 Southpoint Boulevard as property manager.
She earned her master’s degree in hospitality and tourism management from the University of Central Florida in 2019. Shortly after, she began her career with Jones Lang LaSalle in Denver, where she helped manage several historic Class A office buildings in the downtown business district.
In early 2022, Shella relocated to Jacksonville, Florida, to join Commonwealth Commercial Partners as assistant property manager at Ameris Bank Tower. When management transitioned to CBRE in 2023, she stayed on as assistant real estate manager. During her tenure, Shella oversaw a full elevator modernization, led several capital and tenant improvement projects, and served as the main point of contact for tenants and service providers.
Outside of work, Shella enjoys spending time with her husband and their two dogs. The couple is also eagerly anticipating the arrival of their first child, a son, in January 2025. Passionate about travel and the outdoors, Shella has visited one-third of the U.S. national parks and looks forward to continuing her adventures.
PROPERTY MANAGER
HEATHER SHERMAN
Heather joined Bradford Allen in December 2024 as the property manager for Finley Point. In this role, she is responsible for managing day-to-day property operations, tenant relations, vendor coordination, budgeting, and ensuring the property’s overall efficiency and performance.
Heather began her career in commercial property management as a receptionist with The Taubman Company, advancing to facilities coordinator and systems administrator. She further expanded her knowledge of property management through roles at Bridge Commercial Real Estate and Brookfield Properties Retail. Before joining Bradford Allen, she served as the operations director for Simon Property Group, where she oversaw operations of a 2.2 million-square-foot retail property.
Heather lives in the western suburbs with her husband. She enjoys spending time with her children and grandchildren, cheering on Chicago sports teams – especially the Cubs at Wrigley Field – and party planning.
PROPERTY MANAGER
DENA VITALE
Dena joined Bradford Allen in 2024 as the property manager for Edens Corporate Center in Northbrook, Illinois. In this role, she oversees daily operations, budgeting, financial reporting, and tenant relations, ensuring the smooth and efficient management of the property.
Dena began her career in commercial property management with CBRE as a property administrator and advanced to assistant property manager for a Class A boutique office building on Michigan Avenue. Before joining Bradford Allen, Dena served as the assistant property manager at Illinois Center for AmTrust Realty, two 1.1 million-square-foot Class A properties consisting of office, retail, and a 900-space shared parking garage.
Residing in the northwest suburbs of Chicago, Dena enjoys spending time with her husband, daughter, and Maltese named Cannoli. In her free time, she loves to travel, discover new eateries, and spend time with family and friends.
Professional Affiliations
Licensed Illinois Real Estate Broker
ASSISTANT PROPERTY MANAGER
CHERYL HAASIS
As in industry professional with over 12 years of experience, Cheryl supports a portfolio of Class A suburban office assets. She oversees the administrative functions, as well as monthly financial reporting, budgeting, contract administrative, capital and tenant improvement project involvement, and tenant relations. Cheryl joined Bradford Allen upon the firm’s 2017 purchase of Tri State.
Cheryl enjoys fishing, kayaking, gardening, and spending time with friends and family.
ASSISTANT PROPERTY MANAGER
SARA BRUNO
Sara joined Bradford Allen in July 2024 as the assistant property manager at Pointe O’Hare. She assists with the daily operations of the asset including administrative functions, tenant relations, financial reporting, and contract administration. Prior to joining Bradford Allen, Sara managed several Class A assets in the northern and western suburbs for Hiffman National. She was involved in the sales process of several assets including due diligence and management transitions. Additionally, Sara has been on teams that achieved WELL Health and Safety Ratings and qualified for a TOBY (The Office Building of the Year) through BOMA Suburban.
Sara attended Millikin University and in a past professional life was a vocalist for Celebrity Cruises. She resides in Roselle with her husband and daughter. In her free time, Sara enjoys traveling and cheering on Fighting Illini Basketball.
CONSTRUCTION COORDINATOR
JACKIE DUPOR
Jackie is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the construction division as well as assisting the property management team with construction contracts and related documentation. Her duties involve preparing various documents such as contractor agreements, change orders, and other related forms. In addition, she creates and sends out RFPs, compiles bid comparisons, gathers RFIs to send out to bidders, and reviews contractor invoicing.
Prior to joining Bradford Allen, Jackie worked at Accel Construction Services as a project coordinator and recruited engineers as a technical recruiter in the pharmaceutical and medical device industry.
Jackie grew up just over the northern border in Kenosha, WI. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time at home with her four loveable cats. She also enjoys attending live music events, as well as Brewers and White Sox games.
TENANT SERVICES COORDINATOR
TINA MEYERS
Tina became part of the Bradford Allen team in January 2023, overseeing administrative functions and assisting property managers at Edens Corporate Center and 570 Lake Cook. She holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Illinois at Chicago. After completing her education, Tina started her career in real estate, initially working in the accounting department at LR Development, a high-end residential developer in Chicago. This experience paved the way for a 20-year career in residential sales with various brokerages.
Born and raised in Northbrook, Tina now lives in Park Ridge with her husband and three sons. Away from the office, she’s often found at the rink, supporting her boys during their hockey practices and games. In her spare time, Tina enjoys crafting and creates hockey-themed merchandise for her sons’ teams and their families.
PROPERTY ADMINISTRATOR
RACHEL SAUSER
Rachel came on board with Bradford Allen Management Services in 2023, taking on the role of property administrator. In her position, she handles various administrative tasks, oversees monthly billing processes, and serves as a liaison between tenants and vendors.
Before joining the team at Bradford Allen, Rachel gained experience as the office manager at Coherent Economics and worked as a property assistant/executive assistant at Digital Realty, both located in Chicago. She has a bachelor’s degree in history of art and architecture, with a minor in graphic design, from DePaul University.
Outside of her professional life, Rachel is an avid rock climber and adventure enthusiast. She also values spending quality time with her friends and family.
PROPERTY ADMINISTRATOR
HOLLY HUGHES
Holly joined Bradford Allen in 2024 as a property administrator for 570 Lake Cook and 1400 Touhy. In her role, she maintains strong tenant and vendor relations, prepares service agreements, and handles various administrative tasks.
Before joining Bradford Allen, Holly was a paralegal for a foreclosure defense law firm where she helped struggling families navigate foreclosure proceedings. Her experience in legal documentation, client communication, and case management has equipped her with the tools necessary to handle the challenges of property administration effectively.
She graduated from the University of Cincinnati where she earned a bachelor’s degree in international relations. As a new resident of Chicago, Holly enjoys spending her time exploring the city’s restaurants, beaches, and music venues.
PROPERTY ADMINISTRATOR
ERIN MEJIA
Erin joined Bradford Allen in 2022 as an administrative assistant. She is responsible for providing support to the Jacksonville property management team by managing various administrative tasks including but not limited to answering calls, handling mail, drafting and distributing correspondence, coordinating vendor services, budgeting, and reporting. She is the main contact with building management, maintains contracts, processes agreements, and performs several in-office operational tasks.
Erin is a proud Navy veteran. In the six years she served, she gained a strong work ethic, discipline, and attention to detail, which she applies to her responsibilities in supporting the general manager’s efforts to meet tenant needs and maintain Bradford Allen’s high standards. She is a graduate of Belleville Township High School West in southern Illinois.
Erin is family-oriented and loves to travel. In her free time, she enjoys exploring new restaurants, listening to live music, reading, and DIY home improvement projects.
TENANT SERVICES COORDINATOR
ELYSSA WILBERT
Elyssa joined Bradford Allen in 2016 as an administrative assistant. In her role, she serves as the go-to contact for the Louisville office, liaising between staff, tenants, vendors, and contractors. Elyssa’s responsibilities include crafting service contracts, managing certificates of insurance (COI), processing invoices, and assisting in the creation of monthly financial reports. She also organizes annual tenant events like the ice cream social and holiday luncheon, bringing a sense of community to the building. Driven to enhance her career, Elyssa continually enrolls in courses focused on property management, with the aspiration to become a property manager in the future.
Outside of the office, Elyssa is often found at the ballpark, enthusiastically supporting one of her three sons who all excel in baseball. She relishes quality time with her family and enjoys letting loose by singing and dancing in her kitchen.
CHIEF ENGINEER
JAMES CHARLESWORTH
ASSISTANT CHIEF ENGINEER
AARON PIKE
LEAD BUILDING ENGINEER
GABRIEL SCOTTI
Gabriel is the lead building engineer for two buildings in the Jacksonville, Florida, portfolio. He is responsible for 221,000 square feet on approximately 18 acres, ensuring all building projects are properly managed and the surrounding areas maintain a high standard of quality and efficiency.
Before joining the team, Gabriel was the chief engineer of a historic high-rise in downtown Jacksonville, where he played a key role in modernizing its systems. While he officially began his career in building management in 2003, he grew up in the industry by working alongside his father, a homebuilder. He developed many skills at an early age that fueled his passion for the trade.
Gabriel lives in St. Augustine, Florida, with his wife and two teenage sons. In his free time, he enjoys camping and exploring Florida with his family. His hobbies include playing a variety of musical instruments, strategy board games, and tinkering with electronics.
MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR
RODNEY ARMENTROUT
Rodney joined Bradford Allen in 2016 and currently serves at 1400 E. Touhy Avenue, where he coordinates all installation, maintenance, and repair work at the complex.
Marketing & Creative Services
EXEC. VICE PRESIDENT, MARKETING & COMMS
CODY CUNNINGHAM
Cody leads brand strategy, marketing, and communications for Bradford Allen, working closely with executive leadership to grow the company and extend the firm’s national reach. He is responsible for developing the marketing initiatives that drive leasing and sales through each phase of the real estate cycle, expertly aligning brand and property activation efforts with the company’s organizational and financial goals.
Cody joined Bradford Allen after three years with JLL, where he served as a senior content writer for the Midwest Region. Previously, Cody worked with the JLL National Marketing team, writing the firm’s stylebook and assisting with tone of voice development for the 2017 global rebranding. Cody was also the lead copy editor for the firm’s national real estate journal, Ambitions. His work has been recognized in the Chicago market with a VIP award for growth-oriented marketing, as well as nationally with three Best of Americas Marketing awards.
Residing in Chicago’s Southport Corridor, Cody enjoys spending time at the lake, running, reading, and playing piano. He is a graduate of Western Illinois University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Arts in English.
DIRECTOR, DIGITAL STRATEGY & SYSTEMS ENGINEERING
ROLAND VELAZQUEZ
Roland joined Bradford Allen in 2024, stepping into the role of director, digital strategy and systems engineering, in the Integrated Marketing Communications group. In this capacity, he leads the company’s digital efforts, creating advanced strategies to enhance online presence and operational efficiency.
Roland’s career in web development has been marked by notable achievements, driving significant digital transformations and fostering growth. He brings this experience to Bradford Allen, committed to achieving new milestones in the company’s digital journey.
Originally from New Orleans with Cuban heritage, Roland has made his home in South Florida. Outside the office, he channels his creativity as the lead vocalist for the American metal band, AVAT, enriching his perspective and approach to innovation and strategy.
MARKETING COORDINATOR
ALYSSA MURDOCH
With four years of experience in commercial real estate, Alyssa brings a skilled blend of design and marketing expertise to the table. With a strong background in graphic design, Alyssa creates visually appealing marketing materials that effectively communicate the value of a property to potential tenants. Her tenure in commercial real estate allows her to understand industry-specific needs and tailor marketing efforts accordingly.
In her current role, she is responsible for implementing digital marketing strategy, managing social media engagement, and creating custom marketing collateral as needed. With a proven track record of success in driving leads and increasing property visibility, she is always looking for new and innovative ways to promote assets and grow the business.
When she’s not busy at work, Alyssa enjoys exploring her natural flair for interior design and keeping her culinary skills sharp by cooking and baking. In her free time, she also loves to stay active by doing Pilates or going for a run. Currently residing in the vibrant neighborhood of Printers Row with her husband, Nicolas, and their cat, Penelope, Alyssa enjoys the best of city living while pursuing her passions.
SR CONTENT WRITER
NANCY KELLY
Nancy joined Bradford Allen in 2023 as a senior content writer. In her role, she is responsible for producing relevant, engaging, and informative content for websites, marketing campaigns, and other digital and print mediums.
With a rich and diverse background that spans logistics, fertility, employee benefits, and commercial real estate, Nancy has a proven ability to craft compelling content. Her consistent delivery of high-quality writing speaks to her versatility and dynamic approach. By leveraging her deep industry knowledge, Nancy is proficient at developing and executing innovative campaigns that resonate with target audiences and achieve key business objectives.
Nancy currently resides in Chicago’s Old Town neighborhood, where she enjoys exploring nearby architecture. In her free time, she’s an avid reader and keeps up with the latest Netflix series.
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
TAYLOR BIENIEK
Since 2014, Taylor has been a member of Bradford Allen’s marketing team, where her main priorities include presenting brokers and ownership with fully conceptualized branding for new agencies, providing marketing collateral for brokerage and in-house support, assiting in property website development, helping facilitate project design management, and establishing work flow among the marketing department and its stakeholders. From logo creation to email campaign design, Taylor has a hand in most aspects of the creative process at Bradford Allen.
After earning her bachelor’s in communications from Elmhurst University, Taylor went on to instruct art classes and painting demonstration events. When she’s not busy designing, Taylor can be found at home with her family, filling her days with coffee and books.
SENIOR GRAPHIC DESIGNER
TIM UTESCH
Tim joined Bradford Allen’s Creative Services team in 2022, contributing to the firm’s work in developing distinctive agency brand identities, user-friendly marketing templates, and dynamic property collateral in both digital and print formats. He supplements his design expertise with a passion for illustration, offering a unique approach to adaptable and collaborative design.
Previously, Tim was part of an in-house design team that created conference branding, marketing materials, and continuing education content for specialty health care and trade associations. A graduate of Columbia College Chicago, Tim also enjoys exploring physical art mediums through model making, vintage black-and-white film photography, and woodworking as part of his efforts to restore a classic brick bungalow.
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
TAYLOR ADAMS
Taylor joined Bradford Allen in 2023 as a graphic designer, where he is responsible for creating high-quality designs for both print and digital platforms, collaborating closely with the marketing team and key stakeholders to produce materials that effectively promote the firm’s leasing assignments and full suite of commercial real estate services.
Prior to Bradford Allen, Taylor was a senior graphic designer at Draper and Kramer Mortgage Corp., where he created visually compelling print marketing materials that communicate the benefits of mortgage products and services. He graduated from the Maine College of Art with a BFA in Graphic Design.
A native of Portland, Maine, Taylor always wants to be near a body of water—whether it’s swimming, boating, or a lakeside picnic. In his free time, he enjoys lifting weights, walking Chicago’s lakefront trail, and cooking. He currently lives in Chicago’s East Lakeview neighborhood.
DIGITAL MEDIA DESIGNER
GUILLERMO PIZANO NUÑEZ
Guillermo initially joined Bradford Allen in 2022 as an Associate Graphic Designer. Since then, he now occupies the role of Digital Media Designer. Though, his responsibilities are wide-ranging. From videography to content creation, Guillermo is always looking for a compelling way to tell the firm’s story in the digital world.
Before Bradford Allen, Guillermo was apart of a boutique marketing agency specializing in healthcare. As a passionate soccer fan, Guillermo spends his summers supporting the Chicago Fire and photographing local soccer games. He is from Waukegan, Illinois and resides in Chicago.
ASSOCIATE GRAPHIC DESIGNER
GWENYTH BECHTEL
Gwenyth joined Bradford Allen in 2024 as an associate graphic designer, bringing creativity and attention to detail to the firm’s marketing team. She supports various digital and print design projects, helping develop compelling visual materials that enhance brand messaging.
She earned a Bachelor of Arts in graphic design with a concentration in publication from Columbia College Chicago, where she honed her skills in layout, typography, and visual storytelling.
Outside of work, Gwenyth enjoys long walks, seeing the latest films in theaters, and meeting friends for coffee.
Research
SR MANAGING DIRECTOR
NEIL BOUHAN
Spanning posts at think tanks, banks, and investment managers, Neil’s career has centered on building research platforms and generating original content for sophisticated institutional investor audiences, with specialties in financial markets and international political economy. His research and writing have been covered by outlets across the globe. Additionally, he spent a year as an editor and speechwriter in Seoul, South Korea, and a year studying in Bologna, Italy.
Neil lives on Chicago’s west side with Kathryn Rose and their children. He is a 2002 graduate of The University of Chicago (AB, Economics) and a 2010 graduate of Johns Hopkins SAIS (MA, International Relations).
ANALYST
GRACE LENAGHAN
Grace became a member of Bradford Allen’s Research team in 2023. She is eager to apply her research-driven approach to the firm. As a part of the team, Grace plays a significant role in the quarterly market report. She utilizes her research skills to provide valuable insights and intelligence across the firm.
Before joining Bradford Allen, Grace was an analyst at Dearborn Realty. There, she analyzed legal and financial data, aiding management in strategic decisions for 18 retail centers around Chicago.
She discovered her passion for research while studying sports medicine at Pepperdine University. In her free time, she enjoys watching movies and exploring Chicago with her dog.