Category: Networking

Pacific Elm Properties Appoints Sara Terry as CMO

Posted on by Jordan Jensen

Dallas, Texas – Pacific Elm Properties is pleased to announce the appointment of industry expert Sara Terry as the new Chief Marketing Officer. With over 26 years of experience in commercial real estate, including brokerage, property management, development, and construction management, Terry brings valuable expertise to the firm.

Pacific Elm Properties, established by Woods Capital in 2021, has been actively expanding its presence in Dallas through notable acquisitions. Currently, the company boasts an impressive portfolio of seven class A towers spanning 6.5 million square feet, along with nine acres of developable land in Uptown and Downtown Dallas.

Jonas Woods, CEO of Pacific Elm Properties, expressed enthusiasm about the addition of Sara Terry to the executive team. “As we continue to grow our Dallas portfolio, we recognized the opportunity to strengthen our in-house capabilities and leadership,” stated Woods. “Sara was the natural choice for us. Having collaborated with her for more than two years in a leasing capacity, we have witnessed her exceptional talent and experience, which greatly complement our team. In her role as Chief Marketing Officer, Sara will oversee all aspects of brand development, marketing, advertising, and leasing activities for the firm.”

Prior to joining Pacific Elm Properties, Sara Terry served as an Executive Vice President and Director of Agency Leasing at Colliers DFW. During her tenure, she expanded the Agency Leasing Platform by over 8 million square feet in just three years.

“I am thrilled to take on the role of Chief Marketing Officer at Pacific Elm Properties,” shared Terry. “The company’s rapid growth in recent years has been impressive, and I have had the unique opportunity to witness how they work as a company as they have expanded. They have a great culture and I’m looking forward to being a part of it.”

Trez Capital announces key leadership changes

Posted on by Mia Goulart

Trez Capital, a leading provider of private commercial real estate debt and equity financing solutions in Canada and the United States, announced today that after almost 26 years as chairman and chief executive officer, firm founder Morley Greene will transition into the role of executive chairman. Executive leaders John D. Hutchinson and Dean Kirkham, will serve as co-chief executive officers, taking over day-to-day leadership of the firm.

Trez Capital’s partnership continues to undergo changes that bring new perspectives, skills and varied expertise. After 13 years with the firm holding progressively senior positions and 20 years of experience in the home building business, Hutchinson joined the partnership in Fall 2021. More recently, in early 2023, Kirkham and John Maragliano were welcomed as partners. Kirkham joined Trez Capital in 2016 as chief credit officer and has since taken on increasingly senior roles, culminating in his most recent position as president and chief operating officer. Maragliano joined Trez Capital in 2021 as chief financial officer, bringing 25 years of experience in the financial services industry. With this executive team’s diversified capabilities, Trez Capital has the right leaders in place to ensure its future success. 

In his new role as co-chief executive officer and global head of origination, Hutchinson will continue focusing on the firm’s debt and equity origination business. As co-chief executive officer and president, Kirkham will continue focusing on the key pillars of risk and capital raising for the firm. Together, they will set the mission, vision, values and strategic direction of the firm. Additionally, Maragliano will become chief operating officer, paired with his current role as chief financial officer.

In his role as founder and executive chairman, Greene will continue providing valuable mentorship to the executive team, while also actively contributing to key strategic initiatives. Furthermore, he will prioritize fostering strong relationships with borrowers and investors, which have been an essential component of the organization’s success over time.

Ashland Greene appoints Gustav Bahn as general counsel

Posted on by Mia Goulart

Ashland Greene has announced the appointment of Gustav Bahn as general counsel, effective May 8, 2023. Bahn has over 20 years’ experience in securities law, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, real estate, REITs and corporate governance. Bahn will serve as a member of the executive leadership team and will report directly to the CEO.

Bahn’s key responsibilities will include overseeing all of Ashland Greene’s legal matters, including acting as the business’ legal representative. Bahn will be responsible for all aspects of the legal department, including governance, real estate transactions, joint ventures, securities offerings, litigation, compliance and risk management.

Bahn began his career as an associate in the capital markets group of Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP in both the New York and London offices from 2000 to 2006. Bahn later joined Alston & Bird LLP where he was a Partner beginning in 2008. Most recently, Bahn served as chief legal officer and corporate secretary of Steadfast Apartment REIT, Inc., where he oversaw the legal services department and investor relations department. Bahn has an undergraduate degree from the University of Tennessee, a master’s degree from the London School of Economics and a law degree from Tulane Law School.

Weitzman Promotes Tanenbaum to Vice President

Posted on by Jordan Jensen

DALLAS—Corbin Tanenbaum has been promoted to Vice President with the Dallas-Fort Worth office of Weitzman, one of the largest retail-focused commercial real estate services firms based in Texas. The promotion recognizes Tanenbaum’s success in his role handling retail and mixed-use project leasing, investment sales, building disposition and general brokerage in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Tanenbaum has represented several notable clients, including Catalyst Urban, ARCTRUST, Alamo Manhattan, Centurion American, Essential Properties and Bolour Associates.

Tanenbaum is a member of the International Council of Shopping Centers and the Retail Brokers Network. Tanenbaum received a Bachelor of Business Administration in Banking and Finance from the University of Georgia in Athens, Georgia.

Cole Martinez Tenant Advisor at HPI Tenant Advisors

Posted on by Jordan Jensen

HPI Tenant Advisors is thrilled to welcome Cole Martinez to our growing team! Having spent the previous 3+ years running sales efforts for the WGC – Dell Technologies Match Play, Cole brings his strong work ethic and competitive spirit to the commercial real estate industry. As a member of the Tenant Advisors team, Cole exclusively represents tenants with their office and industrial facility needs.