Our People. Piloting the Way.

Director of Finance & Accounting

Andrew Ahern

Andrew helps steer Clear Height’s financial future, working closely with leadership to align strategy, performance, and investor goals. With experience spanning acquisitions, development, and operations, Andrew understands how to create value at every stage of the real estate lifecycle.

Prior to Clear Height, Andrew spent more than a decade at Trilogy Real Estate Group, where he completed over $1 billion in acquisitions and arranged $750 million in financing. His background includes asset management, accounting, and investor relations—all driven by a mindset of growth and accountability.

Andrew holds a BS in Accountancy from Miami University and is a licensed CPA in Illinois. He brings a thoughtful, analytical approach to everything he does, and his focus on relationships helps make each partnership stronger.

Managing Director of Asset Management

Kevin Bufalino

Kevin brings deep industry knowledge and a sharp strategic lens to his role leading asset management at Clear Height. He and his team are focused on maximizing value, streamlining operations, and staying ahead of market trends across our portfolio.

With experience in hospitality, office, student housing, and industrial investments, Kevin thrives on variety and challenge. Before joining Clear Height, he held leadership roles at Geller Capital Partners and Ernst & Young. He’s known for bringing data and creativity together to solve complex problems and push performance further.

Kevin holds a BA from the College of the Holy Cross and a master’s in accounting from the University of Notre Dame. He’s also a licensed CPA in Illinois. Whether working with teams or assets, Kevin leads with insight, integrity, and impact. 

Director, Project and Development Services

Brock Chenier

With a strong foundation in construction and real estate, Brock brings precision, drive, and adaptability to every project he leads. As Director of Project & Development Services at Clear Height Properties, he oversees all aspects of project delivery for both internal development initiatives and third-party assignments—guiding teams through due diligence, design, construction, and closeout to ensure every project meets Clear Height’s standards for quality, efficiency, and client satisfaction.

Since joining Clear Height in 2020, Brock has played a key role in building the firm’s Project & Development Services platform, leading with a focus on collaboration, continuous improvement, and results. His leadership style balances technical expertise with clear communication and a genuine commitment to creating value for clients and stakeholders.

Before joining Clear Height, Brock worked at Savills, where he helped oversee more than one million square feet of tenant buildouts. He holds a degree in Finance from the University of Minnesota.

Brock approaches every project as an opportunity to deliver amazing outcomes—and to elevate the people and partnerships that make them possible.

Senior Analyst, Acquisitions

Cole Chernow

Cole brings a data-driven mindset and a thoughtful, team-oriented approach to Clear Height’s acquisitions platform. As a Senior Analyst, he supports underwriting, market research, and transaction execution—helping evaluate industrial opportunities and guide investment decision-making.

Before joining Clear Height, Cole built a diverse foundation in commercial real estate through roles at JDI Realty and Fannie Mae, where he combined financial modeling, due diligence, and portfolio analysis across multiple asset types. He holds a bachelor’s degree in accountancy from The George Washington University.

Curious and detail-minded, Cole approaches assignments with precision and a commitment to producing work that keeps the team moving forward.

Senior Analyst, Asset Management

Christian Flynn

Christian brings a sharp analytical eye and a collaborative spirit to the Clear Height team. As an Analyst, he partners with the asset management and leadership teams to evaluate property performance, support leasing and operations, and guide decisions on asset disposition.

Prior to Clear Height, Christian developed his skills at Molto Properties and Shaker Management Company, where he combined financial insights with hands-on property management experience. He holds a degree in business administration with a finance concentration from the University of Iowa.

Whether digging into data or contributing to strategy sessions, Christian is always focused on helping the next person succeed.

Managing Director of Property Management

Madison Forster

Madison leads Clear Height’s property management teams with a high-energy, high-performance mindset. She oversees tenant relations, building operations, investor reporting, and risk management—always with an eye on creating better experiences and driving long-term value.

Madison’s background includes managing hundreds of thousands of square feet of commercial space for Sterling Bay and CommonWealth Partners. She currently serves on BOMA Suburban’s Membership Committee and is a former chair of BOMA Chicago’s Emerging Leaders Committee.

An Illinois real estate licensee with a BA in business communication, Madison is also pursuing her RPA® certification. She’s known for her positive leadership style, strategic thinking, and relentless commitment to making things better every day.

Associate Asset Manager

Jordan Hirsch

Jordan brings fresh thinking, analytical depth, and a genuine entrepreneurial spirit to the Clear Height asset management team. He works across departments to help execute business plans and optimize the performance of our industrial portfolio.

Jordan’s career path began in biotech and engineering, where he excelled in both innovation and sales before pivoting to real estate. Prior to Clear Height, he worked in asset management and investor relations at LivBrook Capital, gaining valuable hands-on experience with value creation and stakeholder communication.

A Marquette University graduate, Jordan is a trusted collaborator who thrives on solving problems, seizing opportunities, and building strong partnerships.

Property Manager

Nicole Hood

Nicole is a seasoned property management professional known for her responsiveness, reliability, and dedication to tenant satisfaction. With over 12 years of experience managing complex portfolios, she ensures Clear Height spaces run smoothly and exceed expectations.

Before joining Clear Height, Nicole managed more than 40 locations at Rothbart Realty Company, delivering 24/7 support and overseeing all lease administration and vendor contracts. At Imperial Realty Company, she directed a team of seven and managed a portfolio of more than 900,000 square feet.

Nicole’s background as a trained paralegal and real estate professional gives her a comprehensive understanding of compliance and operations. Her steady leadership and client-first mindset make her an invaluable asset.

Director of Leasing

Max Hoye

Max brings a well-rounded commercial real estate background and a strong sense of momentum to his role at Clear Height. With experience spanning acquisitions, asset management, leasing, and property operations, he understands how each element contributes to value creation.

Prior to joining Clear Height, Max was Vice President of a regional real estate investment firm and led portfolio management and business development. He’s been recognized for his work managing iconic Chicago assets like NBC Tower and O’Hare Plaza and holds leasing and brokerage experience across the Midwest.

Max earned his degree from Western Illinois University and completed the Commercial Real Estate Analysis and Investment Certificate at MIT. He’s a licensed managing broker and serves on the City of Naperville Building Review Board.

Whether helping tenants succeed or driving portfolio performance, Max leads with insight, follow-through, and enthusiasm.

Associate Director, Acquisitions

Kevin Joyce

Kevin brings a competitive spirit and a team-first attitude to the Clear Height acquisitions team. In his current role, he’s responsible for sourcing, underwriting, and helping close investment opportunities that match our strategic vision.

He began his journey at Clear Height as an Analyst, contributing to both the acquisitions and asset management teams. That hands-on experience built his deep understanding of our portfolio and process. Kevin holds a bachelor’s degree in economics with a minor in real estate from Notre Dame.

A lifelong athlete and active volunteer with The Growing Initiative, Kevin leads with purpose and collaboration—always ready to step up, adapt, and make a difference.

Director of Property Operations

Erin Loszach

Erin brings cross-functional leadership and operational savvy to her role guiding Clear Height’s property operations team. She oversees annual budgeting and leads initiatives that drive efficiency, standardization, and long-term value across the portfolio.

Erin collaborates closely with asset management, leasing, and acquisitions teams to strengthen due diligence, improve lease administration, and reduce financial risk. She’s also a key voice in shaping communication and decision-making across departments.

Before joining Clear Height, Erin managed iconic properties like the Wrigley and Inland Steel buildings in Chicago, and later supported a massive 8M+ SF industrial portfolio at Hiffman National. Erin is a licensed Illinois broker and holds a BS from Southern Oregon University.

A natural connector, Erin thrives in fast-paced environments where collaboration and adaptability are the keys to success.

Assistant Property Manager

Connie Malik

Connie is a detail-driven property management professional known for her responsiveness, organization, and ability to keep operations running smoothly behind the scenes. With more than 20 years of experience supporting commercial real estate portfolios, she brings a strong command of tenant relations, vendor coordination, accounting processes, and building operations.

Prior to joining Clear Height, Connie served as an Assistant Property Manager with Accesso Services, supporting more than 584,000 square feet across multiple Class B office buildings in Downers Grove and Naperville. Earlier roles with Calamos Real Estate, Jones Lang LaSalle, and Inland Commercial Property Management strengthened her experience in payables/receivables, contract management, compliance, and special project support across large multi-site portfolios.

Connie’s background in accounting and property administration gives her a deep understanding of how the financial and operational components of real estate intersect. Her proactive communication style and steady follow-through make her an invaluable resource for tenants, vendors, and ownership alike.

Analyst, Acquisitions & Capital Markets

Brooks Montgomery

Brooks brings a strong analytical foundation and natural curiosity to the Clear Height acquisitions platform. As an Analyst, he supports underwriting, market research, debt and equity analysis, and due diligence efforts that guide new investments and capital markets initiatives across the firm’s growing industrial portfolio.

Before joining Clear Height, Brooks worked as an Acquisitions Analyst Intern with HEARN, where he underwrote potential acquisitions, performed detailed financial modeling, and conducted market and trading trend research across multiple U.S. markets. He also gained practical exposure to development feasibility, capital stack structuring, and underwriting through a job-shadowing experience with Echo Real Estate Capital. At Miami University, Brooks was actively involved in the Redhawk Real Estate Investment Fund, underwriting investment opportunities and supporting valuation and cash flow analysis in a real-world investment environment.

Brooks holds a degree in Economics with a minor in Real Estate from the Farmer School of Business at Miami University. Whether modeling a deal, evaluating a market, or collaborating with teammates, Brooks approaches each task with focus, accountability, and a commitment to continuous learning.

Senior Property Manager

Christina Morch

Christina is a results-oriented property management professional known for her responsiveness, financial discipline, and commitment to tenant satisfaction. With more than seven years of experience overseeing complex office and retail portfolios, she brings a blend of operational knowledge and strategic thinking to the Clear Height team.

Before joining Clear Height, Christina managed a 600,000+ square foot multi-tenant portfolio at LDC Properties, serving more than 240 tenants and leading vendor procurement, budgeting, forecasting, and capital planning. She also spearheaded Yardi Voyager implementations across the organization, improving workflows and reporting accuracy at scale. Earlier in her career, she gained experience in title operations and financial services, giving her a practical understanding of compliance, documentation, and stakeholder communication.

Christina’s steady leadership, analytical mindset, and ability to anticipate issues make her a valuable partner to tenants, vendors, and colleagues alike.

Managing Director, Acquisitions
Ohio & Indiana Market Lead

Rick Nevarez

Rick is a 10+ year commercial real estate pro who blends institutional experience with a hands-on, entrepreneurial style. He focuses on strategic acquisitions in Ohio and uses his deep market expertise to evaluate opportunities that align with Clear Height’s goals.

Rick began his career at Prologis, managing six million square feet of space and leading multi-million-dollar dispositions, including projects tied to the City of Chicago’s O’Hare modernization. He also held key leasing and strategy roles at ML Realty Partners.

Rick earned his degree from DePaul University’s Driehaus College of Business, is active in the DePaul Real Estate Alumni Alliance, and holds an Illinois real estate license. He’s all about growth, grit, and getting the details right.

Senior Executive Coordinator

Lisa Penrod

Lisa is the go-to problem solver at Clear Height—organized, precise, and always ready to help. With over 20 years of experience in customer service, project management, and finance, she plays a key role in supporting leadership, acquisitions, and asset management operations.

Whether helping close a building sale or ensuring investor reports are accurate and on time, Lisa takes pride in getting the details right and making sure nothing slips through the cracks.

She holds dual bachelor’s degrees in business management and finance from the University of Illinois at Chicago. Lisa embodies dependability, accountability, and a “do what you say” attitude that helps drive our team forward.

Business Systems & IT Manager

Kevin Pruim

Kevin brings a deep technical foundation and a practical, business-first mindset to his role leading systems and IT at Clear Height. He focuses on strengthening our technology infrastructure, improving reliability, and building tools that keep our teams efficient and connected.

With more than 30 years of experience in cloud architecture, cybersecurity, and enterprise systems, Kevin has led major technology transformations across fast-growing organizations. Before joining Clear Height, he spent over a decade overseeing IT operations at EPAY Systems, where he modernized infrastructure, improved uptime, and helped the company achieve stringent compliance certifications.

Kevin is known for pairing hands-on problem solving with strategic thinking—whether he’s optimizing workflows, implementing new platforms, or supporting teams across the company. He approaches every challenge with clarity, calm, and a commitment to delivering systems that scale with our growth.

Operations Specialist

Ashley Rizzo

Ashley brings organization, energy, and versatility to her role as Operations Specialist at Clear Height Properties. She supports day-to-day operations across the platform—coordinating vendors, assisting with capital projects, and ensuring smooth communication between teams, tenants, and partners.

With a background in commercial property management, marketing, and technology, Ashley combines attention to detail with a solutions-driven mindset. She’s known for jumping in wherever needed to keep projects moving and processes running efficiently.

A graduate of the University of Missouri and a licensed real estate broker in Illinois, Ashley thrives in dynamic environments where teamwork and adaptability drive success.

Project Manager

Philip Seldomridge

Philip Seldomridge brings over a decade of construction leadership and owner-side project management experience to Clear Height Properties, with a focus on disciplined execution, cost control, and alignment between ownership, design teams, and contractors.

His background includes commercial, residential, and mixed-use development, representing owners across the full project lifecycle—from due diligence and design coordination through construction, closeout, and turnover. Philip is known for maintaining schedule certainty, protecting budgets, and identifying risks early to avoid downstream impacts.

Prior to joining Clear Height, Philip held project management roles with RSD Construction, Bask Development, Lennar Homes, John Hall Custom Homes, and Ameritrust Residential Services. Across these organizations, he managed complex ground-up developments, major renovations, and portfolio-scale programs through thoughtful planning, clear communication, and hands-on field leadership.

Philip holds a bachelor’s degree in construction management and is valued for his ability to bridge technical detail with operational decision-making—ensuring projects align with owner intent, financial objectives, and long-term asset performance.

Director of Asset Management

Tom Seurynck

Tom brings decades of investment insight and financial acumen to his role leading asset management and acquisitions strategy at Clear Height. With more than 25 years in real estate, Tom evaluates how to best enhance the value of each property—sourcing new opportunities, guiding repositioning efforts, and timing dispositions for maximum return.

His career includes leadership roles at Regency Centers, Pine Tree Commercial Real Estate, Marcus & Millichap, and Wrightwood Capital. From retail to office to industrial, Tom’s experience spans asset classes and market cycles.

Tom holds an MBA in Finance and Entrepreneurship from the University of Chicago and is known for his disciplined approach, sharp instincts, and collaborative style. He’s a steady hand with a long view—and he’s always up for a challenge.

Senior Property Accountant

Joe Vitraelli

Joe brings precision, consistency, and deep accounting knowledge to his role supporting the financial health of Clear Height Properties. As a Senior Property Accountant, he oversees daily transactions, reconciles financial and operational data, and plays a key role in investor reporting.

Joe works closely with team members across accounting, property management, asset management, and project development—ensuring transparency and accuracy in everything he does.

Before joining Clear Height, Joe worked at Jones Lang LaSalle, where he provided audit-ready financial reporting and mentored others in best practices. He also supported tax advisory and manufacturing firms earlier in his career. Joe earned his BS in Accountancy from Illinois State University. Calm, capable, and committed, Joe believes in doing things right—and making the process better for everyone involved

Managing Director, Acquisitions
Texas Market Lead

Russell Webb

Russell leads acquisitions with a disciplined, data-driven approach and a strong track record of sourcing and closing complex transactions across industrial markets nationwide. With experience spanning acquisitions and asset management, he brings both strategic vision and executional rigor to every opportunity.

Prior to joining Clear Height, Russell served in senior acquisition roles at STORE Capital and Spirit Realty Capital, where he closed over $500 million of industrial transactions totaling over five million square feet across the country. His background also includes experience at Westmount Realty Capital and UBS Realty Investors, where he focused on underwriting, portfolio strategy, and value creation across diverse real estate assets. Russell is known for his analytical precision, collaborative leadership style, and ability to navigate transactions from sourcing through closing with clarity and confidence.

Russell earned his MBA from Baylor University and holds a BBA in Finance and Entrepreneurship. He is an active member of TREC and NAIOP and values building long-term relationships across the brokerage and investment community. Russell approaches each deal with integrity, strategic focus, and a commitment to delivering consistent results.

Project Coordinator

Chardell Williams

Chardell brings a strong blend of project coordination, client service, and operational support to her role at Clear Height. With more than 15 years of experience spanning construction, financial services, and customer account management, she plays a key role in keeping projects organized, compliant, and moving forward.

In her role, Chardell supports project schedules, documentation, vendor coordination, and budget tracking—ensuring details are managed accurately and communication stays aligned across teams. Known for her responsiveness and problem-solving mindset, she thrives in fast-paced environments where precision and follow-through matter.

Chardell is currently pursuing an associate degree in Construction Management at Triton College. She brings a collaborative, service-oriented approach to her work and takes pride in being a reliable point of support for both internal teams and external partners.