With more than 20 years of experience, Mark has held leadership roles in development and operating companies as well as investment and consulting firms. He has in-depth knowledge of the real estate industry and a track record of success improving operations, raising investment funds, capital restructuring, and loan workouts resulting in increased investment value. Throughout his career, Mark has developed, managed and restructured commercial, residential, resort and retail assets worth more than $1.0 billion.
Prior to joining HMS, Mark was President of The K. James Companies where he managed all aspects of this real estate investment and development business with a portfolio consisting of commercial and medical office, retail centers, primary and secondary residential communities and golf courses.
Prior to this, Mark was a Principal at the private equity firm Catalyst Equity Partners, which focused on turnaround and distressed equity and debt investments in middle market consumer goods and manufacturing companies. Previously, Mark was a Manager in the Mergers and Acquisitions department at Brunswick Corporation with responsibility for sourcing, analyzing, negotiating and executing corporate acquisitions, alliances, and divestitures. Mark began his career with Ernst & Young, LLP as a management consultant gaining experience in the manufacturing, consumer goods and financial services industries.
Recent client engagements:
Mt. Baldy Ski Resort, East West Partners, True Life Communities, Colgate Properties.
Professional/Institutional Activities (past and present):
Member, Urban Land Institute; member, Building Industry Association of Superior California; member, National Association of Home Builders; advisory board, Home Abroad, residential development fund, Beijing China; member, Association for Corporate Growth; member, the San Francisco Guardsmen, a charitable organization; committee chair, Convent School Capital Campaign.
Education:
Northwestern, Kellogg, MBA; Lehigh, BA
What makes us different:
“Our experience as senior managing executives as well as trusted advisors enables our team to understand our client’s needs and provide an objective viewpoint. With this perspective, we have the unique capability to maximize value for our clients while achieving resolution with incentives for both sides of the negotiating table. HMS has a no-nonsense approach that quickly and effectively attacks the issues, while maintaining a professional and productive relationship with all parties, even in the most difficult situations.”
