San Diego Multifamily Summit

Paul joined MG Properties Group in 2010 and is responsible for the firm's acquisition, disposition, and capital markets activities. At MG, he has been involved with the purchase of approximately 22,000 units totaling $4 billion in total consideration. Paul has 20 years of experience in real estate private equity investment, capital markets, and corporate M&A. Prior to joining MG, he held various roles in commercial real estate debt and equity acquisitions, development, and financing. He has a background in corporate M&A and venture capital investing at Northrop Grumman (NOC). Paul holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Notre Dame, and an MBA in Finance and Entrepreneurship from the UCLA Anderson School of Management.

Dan has been at Sunroad since 2003. Dan focuses on a diverse set of responsibilities, including the construction, leasing, acquisition, and finance of real estate projects, and the management and operations of automobile dealerships. Dan’s previous experience includes starting a software company GFE.com from 1999-2000, and working for Allied Partners in New York from 2001-2003. At Sunroad, Dan oversees all real estate activities. The responsibilities are- Acquisition: which include all analysis, evaluation, due diligence, transaction negotiation, processing of maps, permits, and plans. Leasing – Oversees management of brokers and marketing materials to maximize rents, minimize vacancy, and work to create efficient space plans. Product Design/Development – During schematic and design phases, Dan is intimately involved with the consultant team, including architects, interior designers, landscape engineers, and property managers to determine ideal floor plans, unit mix, finish details, and design direction. Construction – Dan works closely with Sunroad’s Director of Construction throughout the construction phases. He will oversee the pre-development input from selected Contractors, evaluate the ideal bid process (GMAX, Cost Plus, or Stipulated Sum), and oversee the construction and quality control process. Dan received his BA from UCSD, and received his MBA from the Wharton School of Business and his MA from the Lauder Institute for International Studies. His volunteer activities include Poway Center for Performing Arts, Board position of Young Presidents Organization, Burn Institute, National Association for Industrial and Office Properties, Developers Forum, and the San Diego Chamber of Commerce.

Mr. Grossman is a Senior Managing Director at Meridian Capital Group. He opened the firm’s San Diego office in May 2011 charged with expanding the company’s presence throughout the western and southwestern states. In his 10+ years leading the west coast for Meridian, Mr. Grossman has built a team that has originated and closed more than $12 billion of debt and equity transactions spanning more than 600 loans across primary and esoteric asset types. Prior to opening Meridian’s San Diego office, Mr. Grossman was a Structured Finance Analyst Fitch Ratings, a Principal at Mission Peak Capital, and worked in Meridian’s New York City office where he closed in excess of $3 billion. Mr. Grossman attended NYU, where he received a Bachelor of Science in Finance and Management. Industry Recognition: 2013: Named to Commercial Observer’s national list of “Top 20 Commercial Mortgage Brokers under 35” 2015: Named to Commercial Property Executive’s list of 17 national “Stars to Watch” in the real estate industry 2015: Named by Real Estate Forum as one of 20 “Tomorrow’s leaders of Southern California”

Mr. LaFever joined Greystar in April 2014, as managing director of development in Orange and San Diego Counties. Prior to joining Greystar, Mr. LaFever was vice president of multifamily development for The Picerne Group, where he led Southern California Acquisition and Development efforts, and also previously worked in the same capacity for Trammell Crow Residential. Prior to joining The Picerne Group, Mr. LaFever was Co-Founder of the Southern California Division of Waypoint Homes, an institutional leader in the single family rental asset class, which is now publicly traded after its merger with Starwood (NYSE: SWAY). Mr. LaFever is a graduate of Arizona State University with a Bachelors of Science Degrees in Finance & Marketing, and a graduate of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology with a Masters in Real Estate Development.

Jay Rey-Hipolito is Vice President of Residential for Kilroy Realty Corporation and is responsible for the firm’s multifamily strategy and asset management. Before joining Kilroy, Mr. Rey-Hipolito worked as Vice President of Operations for MWest Holdings, where he led the organization’s Southern California residential portfolio. In the years prior to MWest Holdings, Mr. Rey-Hipolito worked for various REITs including UDR Inc, Archstone Communities, and Equity Residential Mr. Rey-Hipolito received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Arizona and master’s degree from the University of Southern California.

As the head of property management, Kim is responsible for Fairfield’s multifamily portfolio of 38,300 units in 36 markets nationally. She also oversees many of the support services for the property management group including strategic operations, marketing and training. Kim joined Fairfield in 2001 as a regional supervisor and has held several key leadership roles at the company. She has more than 25 years of industry experience at both privately held management companies and REITS, as well as managing conventional and affordable apartment communities. Kim began her career in property management at Hall Financial Group, Inc. Subsequently, she worked with National Housing Partnership Incorporated (NHP) and oversaw assets for The NHP Foundation. As a result of the AIMCO purchase of NHP, Kim began supervising AIMCO properties in both Texas and California where she held various management positions. Kim received her education at North Lake College and holds her NCP-E (National Compliance Professional- Executive), CAPS (Certified Apartment Property Supervisor) and a CPM designation with the Institute of Real Estate Management. She also has a Real Estate license in the state of California.

A.J. Crane is a Regional Director at Sonder, overseeing growth across the Western Region of North America. In that capacity, A.J. leads a team of real estate professionals in the various Sonder markets throughout the region to help source and execute on new master lease opportunities for the company. With over 8,000 live units and 18,000 signed units in roughly 40 markets, Sonder is revolutionizing hospitality through design and technology, making a world of better stays open to all.