our team
Marlena Godbolt
Director of Employee Relations
Professional Expertise
As Director of Employee Relations for Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company, Marlena is a resource for employees to go for work problems. Marlena has over 20 years of HR experience including, employee relations, talent acquisition, leadership learning and development. She is also responsible for answering questions about employment law, employee engagement and HR compliance. In addition, she works with legal resources to ensure employee relations adhere to company policy and regulatory requirements. Marlena also promotes company culture by helping to prevent and resolve any problems or disputes between employees and management.
Education
Marlena graduated from The University of Maryland, College Park where she received a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish literature and served in the United States Navy.
Carrie Bakke
Senior Systems Analyst
Professional Expertise
In her role as Senior Systems Analyst at Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company, Carrie is responsible for recommending new systems based on the cost, benefits, and usefulness of those systems. She leads the project team in the implementation of, or upgrades to, the Company’s software platforms in addition to providing support and training to the end-users. She also identifies, prevents, and resolves problems, tests cost-effective solutions, and provides high-level technical support to ensure efficient daily operations of the organization’s computer and ERP systems. Carrie joined the company in 2011 as Administrative Assistant. In 2013 she transferred to the IT Department as a Software Support Specialist and was promoted to Systems Analyst in 2016. She was again promoted to Senior Systems Analyst in 2023.
Education
Carrie attended Arizona State University and then transferred to the University of Nebraska-Omaha where she graduated with a Bachelor of General Studies and a Master of Accounting with a concentration in Information Analysis. Carrie was the recipient of the Bundesverwaltungsamt in Köln Award for outstanding academic achievement in 2006.
Allicia McDonald
Senior Accountant
Professional Expertise
As a senior accountant, Allicia is responsible for reviewing financial records, managing cash flow, preparing budgets, performing lease administration and preparing operating expenses reconciliations for a portfolio of office, retail and industrial properties. Allicia joined Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company as a Staff Accountant in 2019, and was promoted to Senior Accountant in 2021. She brings with her a background in public accounting.
Education
Allicia has a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting from Midland University.
Ryan Hill
Chief Financial Officer
450 Regency Parkway, Suite 200 | Omaha, NE 68114
Direct +1 402 548 4042
Main +1 402 393 8811
ryan.hill@lundco.com
Professional Expertise
At Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company, Ryan is responsible for overseeing all company accounting practices, including departmental and property level, and ensures compliance with accounting standards imposed by all Federal and State agencies. Ryan oversees the financial reporting and strategic planning of related party real estate portfolios, including industrial, office, retail, land and multi-family. He assists with financial analysis of all contemplated real estate acquisitions, dispositions, developments, and refinancing activities. Ryan has provided financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, reporting and the coordination of financing on about $50 million worth of property developments that actualized for related parties.
Prior to joining the company, Ryan started his career at a full-service public accounting and consulting firm, and was later named Controller for an authority that manages the $291 million CenturyLink Center and the Omaha Civic Auditorium. He was involved with the financial planning and reporting of over $20 million in expansions and improvements.
Education
Ryan earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, with a concentration in accounting and minor in coaching, from Midland Lutheran College. Ryan graduated Cum Laude under the 150 credit hour program and was an Academic All-American.
Donna Culbertson
Accounts Payable Specialist
Jessica Nathan
Facilities Manager
Professional Expertise
As a Facilities Manager, Jessica oversees and manages retail and office properties within Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company’s commercial management portfolio. She has been part of the real estate industry since 2017, following her previous career in fashion design and merchandising. Jessica combines her expertise in real estate and property management with her keen eye for design and aesthetics.
John Lund
Chairman
450 Regency Parkway | Omaha, NE 68114
Main +1 402 393 8811
john.lund@lundco.com
Professional Expertise
As founder of The Lund Company in 1981, an alliance member of Cushman & Wakefield, John Lund has over 40 years of comprehensive commercial real estate experience, ranging from general brokerage and asset management to development and consulting services. John has focused his energies and developed the Company into one of the leading full service commercial and investment real estate firms that markets and manages over eight million square feet of properties in a five-state region, valued at over $1 billion.
John is involved in the acquisition, disposition and exchange of commercial real estate investment properties. He is responsible for the overall asset management of a portfolio currently comprised of 30 partnerships that are valued at $400 million..
Memberships and Board Memberships
• Inducted into the Hall of Fame by the Commercial Real Estate Summit Committee in 2015
• Recognized in the Midwest Real Estate News Magazine’s “Midwest Commercial Real Estate Hall of Fame” in 2012
Current Board Memberships
• Mayor appointed, five-year term on the Omaha Airport Authority Board
Past Board Memberships
• Chairman and board member of the Metropolitan Entertainment and Convention Authority Board (MECA)
• Governor-appointed, six-year term as a member of the Board of Educational Lands and Funds (BELF)
• Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce Board and the Omaha by Design Advisory Committee
• President of the Commercial Investment Council/Board of Realtors
• Alumnus of Leadership Omaha
• Secretary/treasurer for the Regency Office Park Association Board
Mary Michaelsen
Commercial Administrative Services Manager
Professional Expertise
As Commercial Administrative Services Manager for Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company, Mary manages the Commercial Property Administration team which includes those who provide business support to our Commercial division and commercial tenants. Mary joined The Lund Company in 2015 and has worked in property management administration for nine years.
Education
Mary received her Bachelor of Science degree from Creighton University.
Trey MacKnight
Associate
450 Regency Parkway, Suite 200 | Omaha, NE 68114
Direct +1 402 548 4079
Main + 1 402 393 8811
trey.macknight@lundco.com
Professional Expertise
Trey joined Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company in Fall of 2018 as an Associate for the Company’s brokerage division. Trey is responsible for marketing, leasing and the sale of commercial real estate properties. Trey previously interned at The Lund Company in the summer of 2017. He has been involved in transactions valued at over $76 million consisting of nearly 1,130,000 SF.
Education, Memberships and Awards
Trey is a graduate from Drake University in Des Moines, IA with a degree in Business and Public Administration with majors in both International Business and Entrepreneurial Management and a concentration in Spanish. Trey is a licensed real estate agent in Nebraska. He is a Nebraska CCIM candidate and working towards a CCIM designation. Trey currently serves as Vice President for the Sure Hope Foundation, which is a NGO helping with financial sustainability for a primary school in Entebbe, Uganda. Trey is a member of ICSC (International Council of Shopping Centers). Trey received the Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company’s “Team Player of the Year” award in 2018 and 2022, the recipient of the “Most Transactions of the Year” in 2023 and “Producers Club” in both 2022 and 2023. In addition, Trey has been recognized as a CoStar Quarterly Deal Winner nine times since 2021.
Jorge Sotolongo
Senior Associate, Investment Services
450 Regency Parkway, Suite 200 | Omaha, NE 68114
Direct + 1 402 212 4486
Main + 1 402 393 8811
jorge.sotolongo@lundco.com
Professional Expertise
At Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company, Jorge is responsible for the marketing, sales, and leasing of commercial real estate with a focus on investment properties. Jorge joined the Company in 2024 bringing with him six years of experience in commercial real estate. Jorge’s real estate knowledge has also been enriched by his time as a member of the Omaha Planning Board, affording him profound insights into city development, planning and zoning intricacies. It has also given him strong connections with city officials making him a resource to clients, developers and agents alike.
Education and Memberships
Jorge earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in both Biology and French from Saint Louis University, followed by a Master of Business Administration from the University of Nebraska at Omaha. Currently, Jorge sits as a member of the Omaha Planning Board, a position appointed by the Mayor, in addition to serving on the Metro YMCA Board of Directors. Proficient in three languages, Jorge is a licensed real estate salesperson in Nebraska and Iowa.
Noah Ludwick
Associate
450 Regency Parkway, Suite 200 | Omaha, NE 68114
Direct + 1 402 548 4049
Main + 1 402 393 8811
noah.ludwick@lundco.com
Professional Expertise
Noah joined Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company in 2021 as an Associate for the Company’s Brokerage division. Noah is responsible for marketing, leasing and the sale of commercial real estate properties. Prior to his tenure as an Associate, he was previously a Brokerage Intern with the Company.
Education and Memberships
Noah is a graduate from the University of Nebraska-Omaha (UNO) with a degree in Business Administration with concentrations in marketing, sales, real estate/land use economics and management. During his time at UNO, Noah successfully started the UNO Men’s Division III Club Hockey team and acted as the President and Director of Hockey Operations for three years. Noah is a licensed real estate agent in Nebraska.
Paul Rutherford
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Senior Facilities Manager
450 Regency Parkway, Suite 200 | Omaha, NE 68114
Direct +1 402 346 1944
Main +1 402 346 1222
paul.rutherford@lundco.com
Professional Expertise
In 2010, Paul joined Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company as a Senior Facilities Manager. With over 25 years of property management experience, Paul has managed over 500,000 SF of office space throughout the Omaha market. In addition, Paul has managed retail, multifamily, and condominium projects, and has performed construction management services for both capital improvement and tenant improvement projects. Paul is responsible for the management of approximately 275,000 SF of office and retail space for a national corporate client.
Education and Memberships
Paul is a licensed broker in Nebraska. He holds the Certified Property Manager (CAPS) designation from the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) and both the Real Property Administrator (RPA) and the Facilities Management Administrator (FMA) designations from the Building Owners and Managers Institute. As an active member of the community, Paul is the Past President of the Nebraska Chapter of IREM and currently serves as Vice President of the Board of Directors for BOMA/Omaha.
Rhonda Mahalek
Executive Assistant
Richard Secor, Jr., CCIM
450 Regency Parkway, Suite 200 | Omaha, NE 68114
Direct +1 402 548 4010
Mobile +1 402 616 5022
richard.secor@lundco.com
Professional Expertise
Rich began his career with Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company in 1983 as a property manager. He has over 40 years of experience in the commercial real estate industry. For the past 38 years, Rich has been extensively involved with brokerage, and has participated in over 3,000 transactions having represented various Buyers and Sellers and Landlords and Tenants, primarily in the office and retail sectors. He continues to perform leasing, purchase, sales and consulting services for select clients.
Education
Rich earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, and a master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Nebraska-Omaha. He is a graduate of Leadership Omaha. He also holds the professional CCIM designation from the Commercial Investment Real Estate Institute.
Industry Organizations
• International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC): Member at Large and Past Chairman, Nebraska/Iowa Government Relations Committee
• Regency Office Park Association: Secretary, Board of Directors
• CCIM Nebraska Chapter: Member at Large and Chairman, Scholarship Committee
• Omaha Area Board of Realtors: Past Chairman, Commercial Investment Council
Civic Organizations
• Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce: Past Member, Board of Directors; Past Chairman, West Council
• Rotary Omaha-West: Member of Board of Trustees, West Omaha Rotary Foundation; Past Club President
• YMCA – Armbrust Branch: Chairman, Board of Directors
• Visiting Nurse Association: Secretary, Board of Directors
• Madonna School: Past Chairman, Board of Directors
• Easter Seals Nebraska: Past Chairman, Board of Directors
• Nebraska Village of Promise: Past Chairman, Board of Directors
Tony Stofferahn
Facilities Manager
Professional Expertise
As a Facilities Manager, Tony is responsible for managing a variety of commercial properties in the Company’s portfolio. Tony joined Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company in 2011 as a Grounds Specialist/Maintenance Technician and quickly moved into the role of Roving-Tech. In 2022, Tony was promoted to Facilities Manager. Prior to joining the Company, Tony spent time in the auto collision industry and owned a remodeling business for many years.
Education
Tony graduated from Metropolitan Community College (Metro) with an Associate’s in Auto Collision. He also received his certification in heat pumps EPA certification from Metro. Tony has a third-grade stationary engineer’s license through the city of Omaha.
Matt Owen
Commercial Portfolio Manager
Professional Expertise
Matt joined Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company in 2018 as a facilities manager and was promoted to commercial portfolio manager in 2020. Matt is responsible for the facilities and asset management of a variety of third-party properties managed by Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company. He provides primary contact and reporting for the assigned properties and is a liaison with the leasing and facility management teams.
Matt attended the University of Iowa. Prior to joining the Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company, he worked in Ballpark Operations for various Minor League Baseball teams.
Timothy Mettenbrink
senior strategic advisor
450 Regency Parkway, Suite 200 | Omaha, NE 68114
Direct +1 402 548 4055
Main + 1 402 393 8811
tmettenbrink@lundco.com
Professional Expertise
Tim began his professional career as an Architect, practicing in Omaha, Cheyenne, and Scottsdale. He transitioned into commercial real estate development and project management, first on Maui, followed by extended periods in Omaha, Scottsdale, and Santa Fe. His 25+ years of experience covers a large portion of the commercial real estate spectrum including land development, office, retail, industrial, mixed-use, high-tech, medical office, multi-family, hospitality and luxury resort; adding to over $2 billion in combined project value. Tim utilizes his extensive experience to provide strategic guidance to clients at every stage of a project.
Education and Memberships
Tim earned a Bachelor of Architecture degree from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Professional memberships have included Nebraska Real Estate Broker; licensed Architect in Nebraska, Arizona and Hawaii; American Institute of Architects; National Council of Architectural Registration Boards; American Planning Association; Urban Land Institute; Intellectual Property Owners Association; Licensing Executives Society of North America and the Family Office Association. He is a licensed Real Estate Salesperson in Nebraska and Arizona.
Tanya Shapiro, CAPS
President
Professional Expertise
Tanya joined Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company in 2012 and has more than 20 years of leadership and commercial real estate experience with both local and national private property management organizations. As President of Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company, Tanya oversees the physical, operational, and financial aspects of the Company’s portfolio of multi-family communities and commercial properties. Tanya’s primary responsibilities are managing client accounts and assisting in the growth and development of staff, as well as the overall firm. Her role involves expanding and securing new business, managing project portfolio that meets or exceeds projections, motivating staff to provide outstanding client service, and participating in the internal management of the company.
Education and Memberships
Tanya holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from the University of Nebraska-Omaha. She also received her Bachelor of Science degree with emphasis in Psychology and Communications from Bellevue University. In 2013, Tanya received the Certified Apartment Portfolio Supervisor (CAPS) designation from the National Apartment Association. Most recently, Tanya became a member of the National Apartment Association Education Institute (NAAEI) faculty group in 2014.
Being an active member of the Omaha community, Tanya is a graduate of the Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership Omaha program. Tanya is currently serving as a Board Member on the National Association of Commercial Property Owners (NACPO). Tanya also served on the Board of Directors for the Women’s Center for Advancement (WCA) from 2014-2020. Tanya has served or is currently serving on/for the following Boards/Organizations: Women’s Power Lunch Committee for Habitat for Humanity, Girls Night Out for Girls, Inc., and the CRE Summit Steering Committee.
Misty Belsha
Business Analyst
Professional Expertise
Misty Belsha joined Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company in 2018 as a Business Analyst. She is responsible for research operations, data analysis, trend reporting and Salesforce administration. She has extensive knowledge in market research, data analysis, process development, employee training and development and project management. Prior to joining the Company, Misty worked as the Director of Analytics for Xceligent, Inc., bringing more than 10 years of experience in the commercial real estate industry with her.
Angie Scobee
Human Resource Generalist
Andrew Bennett
Senior Associate, Industrial Specialist
450 Regency Parkway, Suite 200 | Omaha, NE 68114
Direct +1 402 548 4062
Mobile +1 402 770 4918
andrew.bennett@lundco.com
Professional Expertise
Andrew Bennett joined Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company in 2016 bringing three years of brokerage experience with him. He is responsible for the sales and leasing of commercial real estate properties with a primary focus in the Industrial Market. Andrew represents Sellers and Buyers, as well as, Landlord and Tenant Representation. Prior to his career in Commercial Real Estate, Andrew was a Field Manager for Lanoha Nurseries.
Education
Andrew graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with a Bachelor’s of Science in Agricultural Sciences with an emphasis in Horticulture Business.
Jason Fisher
CEO
450 Regency Parkway, Suite 200 | Omaha, NE 68114
Direct +1 402 548 4021
jfisher@lundco.com
Professional Expertise
Jason serves as chief executive officer of Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company, which has been among the top commercial real estate brokerage firms in the Omaha and Eastern Nebraska region for over 40 years. Jason leads over 350 professionals offering a full range services, including brokerage, valuation and consulting, client representation, property/facility management, along with project management and development.
Starting with The Lund Company in 2004, Jason became president in 2010 and assumed the role as CEO in 2022. With Jason’s innovation and commitment to customer service, the Company has seen remarkable growth with annual revenues increasing from $4 million, in 2004, to over $21 million currently. In addition to providing strategic leadership, establishing long-range goals, strategies, plans and policies for the Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company, Jason has played a critical role in many of Omaha’s significant real estate projects, several of which have won prestigious, local Development Project and/or Deal of the Year awards.
Education and Memberships
Jason earned his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Nebraska-Omaha and is a graduate of the Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership Omaha program. Being an active member of the Omaha community, Jason has served or is currently serving on/for the following Boards/Organizations: B.R.A.N.C.H. (Nebraska Children’s Home), Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Leadership Omaha Curriculum Committee, Omaha by Design, The Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce and the Chamber’s Retail Advisory Group, along with The Nebraska Children’s Home Society. Jason is a member of the YPO (Young Presidents’ Organization) serving as the YPO Nebraska Chapter Education Chair and President.
TJ Twit, Jr.
Executive Director of Investment Services
450 Regency Parkway, Suite 200 | Omaha, NE 68114
Direct +1 402 548 4066
Main +1 402 393 8811
tj.twit@lundco.com
Professional Expertise
As Executive Director of Investment Services for Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company, TJ Twit, Jr. utilizes his broad expertise to develop comprehensive and strategic real estate solutions for his clients, with an emphasis on investor services including equity placement, asset disposition and joint venture acquisitions and development. With over 20 years of industry-related experience, TJ has extensive knowledge of commercial real estate. Before rejoining The Lund Company in 2022, TJ was CEO/President for OMNE Partners where he was responsible for the strategic vision and growth of the Company. Prior to joining OMNE Partners, TJ was Vice President and led The Lund Company’s office advisory team for six years. He primarily specialized in tenant and landlord representation in the office market, and his responsibilities included establishing lease rates, leasing strategies, marketing plans and tenant occupancy coordination.
Education and Professional Affiliations
TJ earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing from Creighton University and is a graduate of the Omaha Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership Omaha program. He currently serves as a member of Omaha’s Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, sits on the Creighton University National Alumni Board, and is board president for Maha Music Festival. TJ is also an adjunct professor at Creighton University. In addition, TJ was previous board chair for YPO Nebraska. TJ is a licensed real estate broker in Nebraska, Colorado and Wyoming.
Connor Lund
Senior Associate, Office Specialist
450 Regency Parkway, Suite 200 | Omaha, NE 68114
Direct +1 402 548 4003
Mobile +1 402 319 6756
connor.lund@lundco.com
Professional Expertise
Connor Lund joined Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company in 2016 as an Associate where he specializes in office investment sales and leasing for landlords and developers throughout the Omaha Metropolitan Area. Prior to joining the company, Connor’s experience includes three years at the Cushman & Wakefield corporate headquarters in Chicago, Illinois where he was involved in the leasing efforts of suburban office space of over 5M square feet. In addition, Connor also assisted in the acquisition of over $250M of a suburban office product for a large Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT).
Education
Connor received a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies from the University of Kansas. He is also a licensed Real Estate Salesperson in both Nebraska and Illinois.
Toni Flynn
Director of Lease Administration
Professional Expertise
As Director of Lease Administration for Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company, Toni supports the Property Management department, interfacing with management, accounting, and brokerage personnel, as well as various contacts among the firm’s client group. The responsibilities of this position encompass the entire commercial portfolio of managed properties and include lease review and administration, contract negotiations, tenant retention, and special projects intended to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the department. Additionally, Toni performs leasing and brokerage services for select clients. Toni joined the company in 2002 as a Commercial Property Manager/Brokerage Associate, transitioning in 2009 to Project Administrator. Prior to joining Cushman & Wakefield/ The Lund Company, Toni was a Commercial Property Manager/Brokerage Associate in Las Vegas, and brings 32 years of experience in leasing, sales, and property management.
Education and Awards
Toni is a licensed real estate salesperson in Nebraska. She was recognized as Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company 2002 New Associate of the Year, the 2003 Dealmaker of the Year for the Property Management Department and the 2004 Property Manager of the Year.
Dylan McCabe, CCIM
Associate
450 Regency Parkway, Suite 200 | Omaha, NE 68114
Direct +1 402 548 4075
Main +1 402 393 8811
dylan.mccabe@lundco.com
Professional Expertise
Dylan joined Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company in 2020 as an Associate for the Company’s brokerage division. He is responsible for marketing, leasing and sales of commercial real estate properties.
Education and Memberships
Dylan is a graduate of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with a degree in Finance. While at UNL he was a four-year letterman on the Husker golf team, earning a Big Ten Sportsmanship Award in 2019. Dylan is a licensed real estate salesperson in Nebraska and received his Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) designation in 2022 to broaden his industry experience.
Joshua Dirks
Brokerage Support Specialist
Holly Jones
Director of Retail Services
450 Regency Parkway, Suite 200 | Omaha, NE 68114
Direct +1 402 548 4038
Mobile + 402 616 0781
holly.jones@lundco.com
Professional Expertise
As the Director of Retail Services for Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company, Holly is responsible for retail consulting services along with sales and leasing. She primarily specializes in Tenant and Landlord representation within the retail market. She establishes sale prices and lease rates, sale and leasing strategies, marketing plans and tenant occupancy coordination. Holly has been involved in transactions valued over $228.1 million consisting of nearly 3,200,000 SF. In addition, Holly oversees the Company’s retail team.
Holly joined the Company in 2008 as the Commercial Property Manager and Marketing Director for Regency Court Mall; where she was responsible for leasing and all property-related operations including advertising and tenant relations for multiple national retailers. In 2011, Holly was promoted to Director of Retail Services for Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company’s brokerage division. Holly continues to manage that department and mentor incoming agents.
Education and Memberships
A graduate of Iowa State University, Holly earned a bachelor’s degree in Business and Liberal Studies. Holly is a licensed real estate salesperson in Nebraska and Iowa. She has been a member of the Omaha Chamber of Commerce since 2001, also serving on the Chamber’s TAG Retail Board. She is an active member of CREW (Commercial Real Estate Women’s Group), ICSC (International Council of Shopping Centers), as well as CoStar’s Retail Advisory Board. Holly has been CoStar’s Retail Power Broker in Omaha in 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. Holly has also been in the Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Companies Producers Club for the last seven years.
Jennifer Skoumal
Senior Vice President of Commercial Property Management
Professional Expertise
At Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company, Jennifer oversees The Lund Company’s commercial property management division. In addition to being responsible for overall the operations and financial performance of the commercial property management department, Jennifer plays a key role in the internal leadership of The Lund Company by strategically planning, expanding and securing new business; meeting or exceeding project projections; ensuring client satisfaction; developing processes and procedures; and is dedicated to overseeing a team of commercial portfolio managers, facilities managers, service and customer care departments. Jennifer joined The Lund Company in 2012. As an Asset Manager, she was responsible for the asset management of office and retail properties within The Lund Company’s portfolio. With more than 20 years of experience and leadership in real estate, Jennifer has extensive experience developing and maintaining relationships with internal and external customers, leading customer service, sales and marketing teams and developing/managing operational budgets. She was promoted to Senior Vice President of Commercial Property Management in 2023.
Education and Memberships
Jennifer earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Bellevue University with an emphasis on Management of Human Resources. She is a licensed Real Estate Broker in Nebraska. She has served as a board member for several Sanitary Improvement Districts, and Homeowner Associations throughout the Omaha Metro.
Andrea Fluker
Recruiter
Professional Expertise
As the Human Resource Recruiter at Cushman and Wakefield/The Lund Company, Andrea is responsible for full-cycle recruiting, which includes reviewing resumes and applications, performing initial phone screenings, sourcing active/passive applicants, extending job offers, managing and maintaining requisitions, and communicating with the hiring team to ensure an easy and professional onboarding process for a new hire. She brings with her 10 years of recruiting and human resource experience in a variety of different industries.
Robert Ellison
Senior Associate
450 Regency Parkway, Suite 200 | Omaha, NE 68114
Direct +1 402 548 4050
Mobile +1 402 679 8004
robert.ellison@lundco.com
Professional Expertise
Bob Ellison joined Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company in 2000 and concentrates on landlord and tenant representation for industrial and retail properties. In addition, Bob represents owners and investors in sale transactions of commercial buildings and land. Prior to joining Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company, Bob developed 25 years of experience with a large, Omaha-based retail company, where he spent the last 10 years as Vice President of Real Estate and Development. In this role, Bob oversaw all real estate leasing, property management, construction, and new store site selection in 15 Midwestern states. He was involved in the development of over 120 new retail store site locations and was responsible for over 6.4 million SF of retail space.
Education
Bob received both a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Arts from the University of South Dakota. He is a licensed real estate salesperson in Nebraska and Iowa.
Spencer Secor, CCIM
Senior Associate, Office Specialist
450 Regency Parkway, Suite 200 | Omaha, NE 68114
Direct +1 402 548 4069
Mobile +1 402 616 0123
spencer.secor@lundco.com
Professional Expertise
Spencer has seven years of commercial real estate experience and is responsible for the marketing, leasing and sales of commercial real estate properties. Since joining Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company in 2015, Spencer has been involved in more than 797,000 SF of brokerage transactions totaling more than $45M.
Education and Memberships
Spencer is a graduate from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with a degree in Business Administration with majors in both Accounting and Finance. Spencer is a licensed real estate agent in Nebraska and received his Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) designation in 2021 to broaden his industry experience. Spencer is a member of the Omaha Downtown Rotary Club serving as past Club Secretary and current Membership Chair.
Alyssa Rathbun
Residential Support Specialist
Kurt Weeder
Senior Associate
450 Regency Parkway, Suite 200 | Omaha, NE 68114
Direct +1 402 548 4001
Mobile +1 402 616 5018
kurt.weeder@lundco.com
Professional Expertise
At Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company, Kurt is responsible for sales and leasing of office, retail and industrial properties. Kurt is also lead point on the Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR) account, which provides representation on UPRR leased facilities and lease administration throughout the United States. In addition, Kurt handles investment consulting and specializes in landlord representation. Throughout his career, Kurt has been involved in more than 15.9M square feet of real estate transactions valued at more than $119M. Kurt is a member of The Lund Company’s 2012, 2017 and 2021-2024 Top Producers’ Club and plays an integral part of The Lund Company’s office market team.
Kurt has been with The Lund Company since 2002, where he started as a property manager and transitioned to the brokerage division. His experience as a property manager included the management of 1.5 million square feet of retail, office and industrial properties and a portfolio consisting of 12 properties. Prior to joining The Lund Company, Kurt operated a construction company he founded in 1999.
Education and Memberships
Kurt attended Creighton University in Omaha, NE with an Army ROTC scholarship and served two years on active duty in the U.S. Army. Kurt is a licensed real estate salesperson in Nebraska. He has coached high school girls and AAU boys basketball in Omaha and has refereed and played at USA Rugby competitions around the United States.
Notable Transactions
- Omaha Tower Sale | $18.75 Million
- BCBS South Campus Sale | $12.6 Million
- UPRR – Omaha | 105,104 SF
- UPRR – Omaha | 73,483 SF
- Travel & Transport (Renewal & Expansion) | 60,559 SF
- NET | 56,390 SF
- UPRR – Omaha | 55,000 SF
- EMC (Renewal) | 21,521 SF
- Raytheon | 37,235 SF
- Triage | 34,565 SF
- UPRR – Chicago | 33,750 SF
- Centene | 32,884 SF
- Proxibid | 22,345 SF
- UPRR – Salt Lake City | 20,695 SF
- Gross & Welch | 20,695 SF
Christian Jensen
Associate
450 Regency Parkway, Suite 200 | Omaha, NE 68114
Direct +1 402 548 4013
Main +1 402 393 8811
christian.jensen@lundco.com
Professional Expertise
Christian joined Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company in 2021 as an Associate for the Company’s brokerage division. He is responsible for marketing, leasing and sales of commercial real estate properties. Prior to joining the Company, Christian was working in Oncology Research at the University of Nebraska Medical Center.
Education
Christian graduated from the University of Nebraska-Omaha with a Bachelor of Science degree with a focus on Public Health. He is a licensed real estate salesperson in Nebraska and Iowa.
Sarah Herrera
Senior Corporate Accountant
Professional Expertise
As the Senior Corporate Accountant for Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company, Sarah oversees full accounting functions for the Company, encompassing tasks such as financial statement preparation, cash flow management, income and expense reconciliation, and brokerage commission handling. Sarah initially joined the Company in 2021 as a Corporate Staff Accountant and was subsequently promoted to the position of Senior Corporate Accountant in 2024. Prior to her tenure at Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company, Sarah gained experience in Property Management Accounting and payroll roles at different organizations.
Education and Memberships
Sarah holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with concentrations in Accounting and Human Resource Management from the University of Nebraska-Omaha.
Stephanie Yeaman
Human Resources Coordinator
Patrick Kieffe
Senior Facilities Manager,
Director of Commercial Service
Professional Expertise
At Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company, Patrick’s responsibilities consist of managing commercial office buildings portfolios. Patrick joined the company in 2004 as an associate of the Commercial Service Department. In 2010, Patrick transitioned to the Commercial Property Management Department as a Facilities Manager. In 2015, Patrick was promoted to Senior Facilities Manager.
Education
Patrick earned a Bachelor of Science in Real Estate and Land Use Economics from the University of Nebraska-Omaha.
Martin Patzner, SIOR, CCIM, CPM®, RPA
Vice President, Office Specialist
450 Regency Parkway, Suite 200 | Omaha, NE 68114
Direct +1 402 548 4033
Mobile +1 402 616 5033
martin.patzner@lundco.com
Professional Expertise
Martin has over 25 years of experience in the Commercial Real Estate Industry. He primarily specializes in Tenant and Landlord representation in the office and industrial flex market for Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company. Martin has been involved in over 11 million square feet totaling more than $550M of brokerage transactions. Martin joined the Company in 1996 as a Property Manager. In the year 2000, he was promoted to Division Manager of the Company’s office building portfolio and soon after was promoted to Director of Commercial Property Management. In 2004, Martin was promoted to Vice President – Director of Commercial Property Management, where he was responsible for maintaining a portfolio consisting of 4.5 million square feet of commercial office, retail and industrial space. In 2012, Martin transferred to the commercial brokerage division as Vice President, Office Specialist. Prior to joining Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company, Martin was a Senior Project Manager for Clairmont Engineering, a subsidiary of Asbestos Management, Inc.
Education and Awards
Martin graduated from the University of Northern Iowa with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Marketing and is a licensed real estate salesperson in Nebraska and Iowa. In 2022, he achieved the Society of Industrial and Office REALTORS® (SIOR) designation. SIOR is the leading global professional office and industrial real estate association, representing today’s most knowledgeable, ethical, and experienced commercial real estate brokerage specialists. Members are top producers in the commercial real estate industry and abide by a strict code of ethics. In addition, Martin has achieved the Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) designation, the Institute of Real Estate Management’s (IREM) Certified Property Manager (CPM®) designation and the Building Owners and Managers Institute (BOMI) Real Property Administrator (RPA) designation. He is a current member of the Nebraska Association of Commercial Property Owners (NAPCO), Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) of Omaha, the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM), and Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM).
Martin has been awarded with the CoStar Power Broker Award in 2016-2019. In 2014, 2015, 2016, 2018, 2020 and 2021, he was awarded with the most of transactions for the year for Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company. He was Producer of the Year in 2018 and 2020. In addition, Martin has also been recognized as a member of The Lund Company’s Producers’ Club from 2013-2022.
Melinda Encarnation
Staff Accountant
Jeff Herdzina
Associate
450 Regency Parkway, Suite 200 | Omaha, NE 68114
Direct +1 402 548 7304
Main + 1 402 393 8811
jeff.herdzina@lundco.com
Professional Expertise
Jeff joined Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company in 2022 as an Associate for the company’s brokerage division. Bringing with him eight years of experience, Jeff has focused his attention on brokering business deals primarily ranging from $1M to $10M in enterprise value throughout the Midwest. This experience led him into the commercial real estate industry, where he now also deals with marketing, leasing, and sales of commercial real estate properties. In 2005, Jeff founded a start-up company called US Data Corporation, which he successfully sold in 2018.
Education and Memberships
Jeff received a Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education from the University of Nebraska-Omaha. He is a licensed real estate salesperson in the State of Nebraska. He joined and has been a part of the Entrepreneurs Organization since 2007. Jeff serves as a board member of Heartland Kids Against Hunger. He also serves on the boards of several private companies in the Omaha area.
Denny Sciscoe, SIOR, CCIM
Director of Industrial services
450 Regency Parkway, Suite 200 | Omaha, NE 68114
Direct +1 402 548 4051
Mobile +1 402 206 1706
denny.sciscoe@lundco.com
Professional Expertise
At Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company, Denny is responsible for the sales and leasing of industrial properties. Denny joined the firm in 2008 as an Associate. He was promoted to Senior Associate in 2013 and then to Director of Industrial Services in 2017. Denny specializes in representing developers from site acquisition, design, marketing, leasing, and disposition. He works effectively with a wide variety of professionals involved in the development process, including architects, engineers, developers, city officials and many others. Denny has executed over $1 billion in transactions.
Education and Memberships
Denny studied Construction Engineering at the University of Nebraska-Omaha, is a Sigma Lambda Chi National Honors Member, and a former President of the Local Sigma Lambda Chi Chapter (UNO). He has also completed the Personal Development field of study with the Dale Carnegie Institute.
Denny has a Real Estate Salesperson’s license with the State of Nebraska. In 2021, he achieved the Society of Industrial and Office REALTORS® (SIOR) designation. SIOR is the leading global professional office and industrial real estate association, representing today’s most knowledgeable, ethical, and experienced commercial real estate brokerage specialists. Members are top producers in the commercial real estate industry and abide by a strict code of ethics. Denny was awarded with the Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) scholarship and received his CCIM designation in 2019. In addition, Denny serves on the CoStar Industrial Advisory Board, the Sarpy County Economic Development Corporation Board, and the UNL Bureau of Business and Research Board.
Awards and Recognition
• CCIM Overall BIG Deal award, 2018, 2019
• CCIM Industrial BIG Deal award, 2017
• CoStar Power Broker award, 2014, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021 and 2022
• The Lund Company’s Deal of the Year award, 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021
• The Lund Company’s Hunter of the Year award, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022
• The Lund Company’s Producers’ Club Member, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021 and 2022
Jessica Diamond
Office Support Specialist
Sharon Nouss
Director of Fixed Assets
Professional Expertise
Sharon has been with Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company for over 20 years. As Director of Field Assets, she oversees information technology, database management, industry compliance, and general office management.
Corinne Wardian
Commercial Community Manager
Professional Expertise
As Community Manager at Catalyst, Corinne oversees daily operations and fosters a vibrant tenant community within this collaborative office space ecosystem. She joined Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company in 2024, bringing with her a wealth of experience from the non-profit sector, where she led operations and coordinated community events. Most recently, Corinne managed community engagement efforts for a mixed-use development in the Omaha area.
Matt Hasenjager
Senior Associate
450 Regency Parkway, Suite 200 | Omaha, NE 68114
Direct +1 402 548 4008
Mobile +1 402 972 6631
matt.hasenjager@lundco.com
Professional Expertise
Matt joined Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company in 2014 and focuses on the sales and leasing of office and industrial properties. Prior to joining Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company, Matt practiced law in Nebraska for several years, building many professional relationships along the way. Having a legal background, Matt brings skills and assets that are valuable in serving his clients’ best interests.
Education
Matt graduated from the University of Nebraska-Omaha with a degree in Real Estate and graduated from Creighton Law School in 2010. He is a licensed real estate salesperson in Nebraska.
Nicolette Koves
Senior Accountant
Professional Expertise
As a Senior Accountant, Nicolette is responsible for reviewing financial records, managing cash flow, preparing budgets, performing lease administration and preparing operating expense reconciliations for a portfolio of office, retail and industrial properties. Nicolette joined the Company as a Staff Accountant in 2019 and was promoted to Senior Accountant in 2022, bringing with her 18 years of experience in accounting.
Education
Nicolette has an Associate of Applied Science in Accounting from Hamilton College.
Meredith Taylor
Director of Property Accounting
Professional Expertise
At Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company, Meredith is responsible for all the accounting functions for property accounting, as well as managing the employees serving these functions. These functions include overall responsibility for the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting in areas of budgeting, month-end reporting, variance reporting, invoice coding, reconciliations and lease administration for properties in The Lund Company’s property management portfolio. Meredith joined The Lund Company in 2011, as a staff accountant and was promoted in 2014 to senior accountant. In 2018, she was promoted accounting manager; and most recently, in 2022 to director of property accounting.
Education
Meredith received her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree with a concentration in accounting from the University of Nebraska-Omaha.
Justin Riviera
senior Associate
450 Regency Parkway, Suite 200 | Omaha, NE 68114
Direct +1 402 548 4064
Mobile +1 402 598 4815
justin.riviera@lundco.com
Professional Expertise
At Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company, Justin is responsible for the marketing, sales, and leasing of commercial real estate properties. While focusing on the retail and land sector, he also has experience in office, and industrial sales and leasing. Justin is also a member of the company’s Retail Market Team.
Since starting with Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company in 2011, Justin has represented both Landlords and Tenants consisting of multiple national and local clients. His experience includes disposition projects for The City of Omaha, Home Depot, Walgreens, CVS Pharmacy, Verizon, Family Dollar, and Staples, as well as site location projects for Edward Jones and Omaha Public Schools. In 2015, Justin was recognized as a member of Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company’s Top Producers’ Club. Prior to joining the Company, Justin built many professional relationships as a news and sports photographer for several local Omaha news stations.
Education and Memberships
Justin attended the University of Nebraska-Omaha where he earned a Bachelor of Science Degree with a major in Broadcast Journalism. He is a member of the International Council of Shopping Centers and is active with the Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce. Justin is a licensed real estate salesperson in Nebraska and Iowa.
James Hain
Vice President, Agricultural Specialist
450 Regency Parkway, Suite 200 | Omaha, NE 68114
Direct +1 402 548 4006
Mobile +1 402 981 8831
james.hain@lundco.com
Professional Expertise
Jim Hain has over 30 years of agricultural production, farm management and land brokerage experience. He has an in-depth knowledge of all agricultural programs related to finance, production and conservation. He has substantial experience in agricultural and commercial land use economics and modeling agricultural investment transactions on row crops, both domestically and internationally.
At Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company, Jim focuses on all aspects of agricultural and commercial land sales, farm management, investment property, and agricultural related commercial real estate, representing both Buyers and Sellers. He is a licensed Real Estate Salesperson in Colorado, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Nebraska, and South Dakota.
Memberships
Jim is the current Chairman of the Board of Educational Lands and Funds (BELF). BELF manages over 1.2 million acres of land with an asset value of over 1.5 billion dollars for the benefit of the Nebraska Public School System. He is a member of the Central Valley Ag Cooperative where he served as a member of the Board of Directors. He is a member of the National Corn Growers Association and the American Soybean Association. Jim also serves as board member and chairman of multiple church and school boards.
Laurie McNeil
Facilities Manager
Professional Expertise
Laurie is a Facilities Manager at Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company, where she oversees and manages a diverse portfolio of retail and office properties. Laurie joined the Company in 2024. In her role, she utilizes her extensive industry experience, which spans two decades. Priorly, she managed medical and commercial properties for a leading healthcare organization in Omaha, solidifying her expertise in the Omaha region.
Esther Loera
Brokerage SErvices Manager
Professional Expertise
Esther joined Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company in 2014 as a Brokerage Support Specialist and was promoted to Brokerage Support Manager in 2022. In her role, she oversees the day-to-day operation of the brokerage administration team, focusing on brokerage support, branded marketing materials and research publications. Esther was internally voted by the The Lund Company’s brokerage team as Team Player of the Year in both 2019 and 2020.
Jeff Luthy
Facilities Manager
Professional Expertise
Jeff joined the Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company in 2021. As a Facilities Manager, Jeff is responsible for managing a number of commercial properties in The Lund Company’s portfolio. Jeff brings with him 28 years of commercial real estate experience consisting of property management, brokerage, sales, leasing, development, project management, and asset management. He has also worked in a variety of real estate markets across Nebraska, California and Arizona.
Education
Jeff acquired his real estate license from Hogan School of Real Estate in Tucson Arizona in 2006. He is a licensed real estate salesperson in Nebraska.
Tony Young
Chief Information Officer
Professional Expertise
Tony joined Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company in 2011 with an extensive background in organizational development, strategic management, and business intelligence/analytics. Tony is responsible for aligning the company’s information and communication technologies strategic institutes to meet the company’s long-term development goals.
Education and Memberships
Tony holds a Master’s in Business Administration from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. He also holds a B.A in Communications, a B.S. in Institutional Development, and an A.S. in Business Administration from Union College. Tony has twice chaired the American Cancer Society’s (ACS) Hope Gala, and served as the Spokesman for the ACS Relay for Life. He recently served as an inaugural Board Member of the Fallbrook YMCA Committee of Management. Tony has served on the boards or as a member of the following organizations: Businesses for Environmental Leadership, USGBC Nebraska Flatwater Chapter, WasteCap of Lincoln, Sierra Club, Natural Resources Defense Council, Cancer Action Network, Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF), and Junior Achievement of Lincoln.
Stacie Anderson
Director of Marketing
Professional Expertise
As Director of Marketing, Stacie manages the daily operations for the Marketing Department and oversees the Brokerage Support Team. Along with designing concepts to meet the business objectives for Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company’s Brokerage and Property Management Departments, Stacie oversees brand implementation and management, graphic and web design, print production, social media marketing and any additional customized pieces that meet the Company’s overall marketing initiatives. During Stacie’s tenure with The Lund Company, the Marketing Department has expanded their services to provides full-service graphic design, digital advertising and brand creation for our residential communities. Stacie joined the Company in 2008, bringing with her 10 years of graphic design experience, five of which were in the commercial real estate industry.
Education
Stacie is a graduate from Midland Lutheran College with a Bachelors of Arts Degree in Graphic Design.
Scott Snygg
Facilities Manager
Professional Expertise
As a Facilities Manager, Scott is responsible for managing the Lincoln area commercial properties in The Lund Company’s portfolio. Scott joined the Company in 2023. Prior to joining the Company, Scott worked in the fire safety industry.
Michael P. Earl
Director of Brokerage Services
450 Regency Parkway, Suite 200 | Omaha, NE 68114
Direct +1 402 548 4005
Mobile +1 402 669 1874
michael.earl@lundco.com
Professional Expertise
Mike Earl, an Omaha native, joined the company in 1992 with extensive real estate development experience. Mike is an active agent for Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company and is involved in creating real estate investment opportunities for clients and investors ranging from retail, office and land developments. Mike serves as Sales Manager and is responsible for nurturing and training new agents, enabling them to grasp the extensive knowledge that commercial real estate requires. Before entering the commercial real estate field in 1988, Mike started, owned, and operated numerous businesses in the Omaha area.
Education, Memberships and Awards
Mike attended the University of Northern Colorado and the University of Nebraska-Omaha, where his area of study was business. He is a licensed Real Estate Salesperson in Nebraska. His memberships include the Nebraska Realtors Association (NRA), National Association of Realtors (NAR), and the Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce. He is a candidate member of the Commercial Investment Real Estate Institute’s (CIREI) Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) designation, and is currently pursuing his Broker license. Mike is a member of The Lund Company Producers’ Club, which recognizes those brokerage associates with superior achievements in sales and client service. He received The Lund Company’s Top Producer Award in 1994, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007,2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016.
Mallory Cercena
Senior Graphic Designer
Professional Expertise
As Senior Graphic Designer, Mallory is responsible for supporting the marketing needs of the brokerage, commercial, multifamily and corporate departments of Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company. She does this by creating visual marketing pieces after gathering information, planning a concept, and designing the initial layout of art and copy that upholds the Company’s brand standards. She oversees the daily task management for graphic designers. In addition, Mallory manages user access for social media and Google accounts within the Company’s multifamily department. Mallory joined Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company in 2016 as a Graphic Designer and was promoted to Senior Graphic Designer in 2023.
Education & Awards
Mallory received an Associate of Arts in Graphic Design from Northeast Community College and a Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art with a concentration in Graphic Design from The University of Nebraska-Omaha. Mallory was also a part of The Lund Company marketing team when they won Best Marketing Team from the Apartment Association of Nebraska (AAN) in both 2019 and 2022.
Ron Metcalf
Facilities Manager
Professional Expertise
As a Facilities Manager, Ron is responsible for the oversight and management of both retail and office properties within the Company’s commercial management portfolio. Ron joined Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company in 2024. Before joining the Company, Ron spent 30 years in the commercial bakery industry managing maintenance, facilities and production in Omaha, Florida, and Kansas.
James “JJ” Boulay
Associate
450 Regency Parkway, Suite 200 | Omaha, NE 68114
Direct + 1 402 810 9393
Main + 1 402 393 8811
jj.boulay@lundco.com
Professional Expertise
James “JJ” joined Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company in 2024 as an Associate. In his role, JJ is responsible for the marketing, leasing, and sale of commercial real estate properties. Born in Omaha, JJ has a deep connection to the local community and a strong understanding of the regional market.
Memberships and Awards
JJ graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Finance. He is a licensed real estate salesperson in the State of Nebraska.
Alix Fries
Senior Accountant
Professional Expertise
As a Senior Accountant, Alix is responsible for reviewing financial records, managing cash flow, preparing budgets, performing lease administration, and preparing operating expense reconciliations for a portfolio of office, retail and industrial properties. Alix joined Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company in 2023. She brings with her a background in real estate and property management.
Education
Alix received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting from the University of Nebraska-Omaha.
Marc Siemers, SIOR
Senior Associate
450 Regency Parkway, Suite 200 | Omaha, NE 68114
Direct +1 402 881 5035
Main +1 402 393 8811
marc.siemers@lundco.com
Professional Expertise
At Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company, Marc is responsible for the marketing, sales, and leasing of commercial real estate properties. Marc has been a multimarket commercial real estate expert for over a decade. His adept background in contract negotiation and real estate forecasting enables him to facilitate clients through various types of real estate transactions. Occupier Services and Investments Sales are his primary areas of expertise.
Memberships and Awards
Marc is an active member of the Society of Industrial and Office Realtors and received Costar’s Office Power Broker award in 2023 for his transaction volume in the Omaha market.
Jeff Lake
Senior Associate
450 Regency Parkway, Suite 200 | Omaha, NE 68114
Mobile +1 402 598 2612
Main + 1 402 393 8811
jeff.lake@lundco.com
Professional Expertise
Jeff is a Senior Associate at Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company with an emphasis on land acquisition, sales and development. Prior to joining the Company, Jeff spent 20 years in the consulting engineering industry working on all aspects of land development including site selection, entitlements and zoning, infrastructure and development consulting. During his career in real estate, Jeff has been involved in the development and sales of over 2,500 single family lots, 1,500+ multifamily units and over 2 million square feet of commercial and retail space. Jeff brings a unique mixture of skills and experiences to assist his clients in all aspects of real estate development and sales.
Education
Jeff earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, where he was also a four-year letter winner and a three-time National Champion as a wide receiver on the Nebraska Huskers football team. In addition, Jeff was a graduate of the Omaha Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership Omaha program and was a Midlands Business Journal 40 under 40 recipient. Jeff is a licensed real estate salesperson and a licensed professional engineer in the State of Nebraska.
Dina Powers
Accounts Payable Manager
Professional Expertise
As Senior Accountant for Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company, Dina is responsible for overseeing Accounts Payable staff on both commercial and residential properties. Dina is responsible for all invoice processing, vendor management, and 1099 reporting for the portfolio of managed properties. Dina joined Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company in 2019 as an Accounts Payable Specialist. She was promoted to Staff Accountant in 2021 and then Senior Accountant in 2023. In 2024, she transferred to the position of Accounts Payable Manager.
Education
Dina attended the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and studied Business Administration with an emphasis in Marketing.
Carisa Ames
Senior Project MANAGER
450 Regency Parkway, Suite 200 | Omaha, NE 68114
Direct +1 402 548 4058
Main +1 402 393 8811
carisa.ames@lundco.com
Professional Expertise
Carisa is a Senior Project Manager for the Project & Development Services team at The Lund Company. Her ownership experience is well established by delivering value-add project results, strategizing with clients from pre-leasing to planning, building a cohesive team of experts to circumvent risk, managing accountability to hold to established budgets, and driving project timelines from inception to completion. Her approach to projects leverage on simplicity, accountability, strategy, and safety. Carisa manages a high volume of projects that range in scope from Elevator Mods, Corridor/Lobby/Restroom remodels, Façade Renovations, ADA/Site work, Landscape & Hardscape Renovations, Creative Social Spaces, and Base-Building Upgrades that include FLS, HVAC Systems, Lighting & Electrical, Roof, etc. She also specializes in Marketing/Spec Suite work and Tenant Improvements for all types of occupiers, including, but not limited to, Medical, Industrial, Engineering, Law Firms, Educational Institutions and Creative Office Space.
Experience
Prior to joining The Lund Company, Carisa spent nearly 15 years capitalizing in ownership and investor project opportunities on the West Coast. During her tenure at GE Capital and Arden Realty, Inc., she managed projects ranging from simple $5M Tenant Improvements to more complex Capital Renovations at $16M+ and everything in between across more than 5 million SF of commercial office in various submarkets (Seattle, Portland, Orange County, Salt Lake City, Phoenix, and San Diego). As a Sr. Project Manager, Carisa also spent a couple of years with Cushman & Wakefield in San Diego leading the Investor Services project management team. She supported the brokerage team to help transact deals on both sides of the owner & tenant ledger. As well, worked for a variety of Owner Portfolio’s to navigate through capital asset repositioning, leasehold, and value-add improvements. Given her level of strategic & technical experience, her current role at The Lund Company offers a vast range of services from Advisory Support & Project Management through to Tenant Representation, FFE, Move Relocation & Decommissioning.
Professional Affiliations, Recognitions and Education
- Member of CREW Omaha Metro
- GE ECHO Award 2011
- Indiana State University, Master of Science
Brittany Cabrera
Systems Analyst
Brooke Hopkins
Facilities Manager
Professional Expertise
As a Facilities Manager, Brooke is responsible for the oversight and management of retail and office properties within the Company’s commercial management portfolio. Brooke rejoined Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company in 2023. Previously she had worked as a Residential Property Manager for the Company. She has been in the real estate industry since 2012 and brings with her experience managing residential and commercial properties in both Nebraska and New York City.
Leesa Currin
Accounting Manager
Professional Expertise
In her role as Accounting Manager, Leesa is responsible for financial statement review, variance explanations, budget/forecasting preparation, cash flow management, income and expense reconciliations, lease administration and providing financial data for the commercial property management team. Leesa joined The Lund Company in 2018, as a Senior Accountant and was promoted to Accounting Manager in 2022. Prior to joining the Company, Leesa worked as an accountant at a law firm, bringing with her 10 years of experience.
Education
Leesa received her Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Nebraska-Omaha.
Howard Shrier
Senior Associate
Professional Expertise
Howard joined Cushman & Wakefield/The Lund Company in 2010 after 35 years in broadcasting. Howard is responsible for the sales and leasing of retail, office, and industrial properties.
Education and Memberships
Howard graduated from the University of Nebraska-Omaha with a degree in Business in 1967. Being an active member of both the business and civic community, Howard has served on the boards of the United Way of the Midlands, the Combined Health Agencies, the Friends Board of the University of Nebraska Medical Center, Suburban Rotary, and Temple Israel. He was the President of the Nebraska Broadcaster Association, Chairman of the Better Business Bureau Board of Directors, and President of TV Omaha. Howard is a licensed real estate salesperson in Nebraska.
