Our Team - Goodman Real Estate

Eric Bentler

Construction Manager

Eric joined GRE in 2012 as an intern while completing his BS in Construction Management from the University of Washington. As the Construction Manager, Eric participates in the conceptual development of each new multi-family construction project and oversees its organization, scheduling, and implementation.

Eric’s interest in construction began at an early age, when he would spend long hours in the woods near his house building forts from spare tree limbs and other various raw materials.

Deeply thoughtful, Eric is a rising leader grounded by his dedication to the details. He fosters a culture of collaboration and is deeply committed to continuous improvement of construction process and work product. He derives the most satisfaction from working side by side with other like-minded professionals. Eric’s work ethic and fluent approach continues to add value to Goodman Real Estate and he is a well-regarded member of the team.

In his spare time, Eric enjoys being with his family and friends, and can often be found spending time on the water on his fishing boat.

John Bolle

Superintendent

John Bolle has 15 years of experience developing commercial and multi-family properties. He joined GRE in 2017 as a Superintendent for mixed-use properties, combining his knowledge of both types of properties. A native of the Pacific Northwest, John has focused his career on developing the Seattle market.

Prior to joining GRE, John worked for Exxel Pacific for 13 years and during his tenure developed relationships that ensure his success to this day. He made the move to GRE in order to work on the development side. He enjoys partnering with the architect and being involved in the overall design. His role allows him to focus on the aesthetics and finishes of a property. He creates a polished, welcoming space by focusing on the details.
Keeping his eye on his overall goal of making an enjoyable, productive, and safe work site; John believes that his success is due to the strong relationships that he develops with his team and subcontractors. He knows that one person alone can’t get the job done – it takes the whole team to be successful.

John is known for his ability to drive a hard schedule and ensure quality control. He is talented at adapting to design issues quickly without falling behind on schedule. He attributes this ability to the open and honest interactions he promotes within his team. His belief that it’s better to get ahead of an issue ensures there are no surprises.

Outside of work, John enjoys spending time with his close-knit family, barbecuing, and fishing. He has a Band Saw Mill and works with wood reclaimed from underwater logs taken from Lake Washington to create tabletops and other furniture.

Rita Burden

Senior Asset Manager

Rita began working at GRE in 2001 in an administrative position and excelled in many roles on her way to becoming an Asset Manager in 2007. The success of her path has led her to be very passionate about growing her team from within, and she takes pride in empowering members of her team to develop to the next level. As an Asset Manager, Rita focuses her talents on new development and renovation projects.

Known for her efficiency, Rita is a leader who has a knack for helping managers create solutions to any problem through collaboration. She is especially talented with tenant relocation and tax credits (LIHTC and HTC). She has a degree in International Business from Washington State University.

Driven by the fact that they provide homes and opportunities for tenants who otherwise could not afford them, Rita and her team actively look for ways to improve their tenants’ lives. In addition to affordable housing, her team sponsors summer camp programs, after-school programs, and community dinners, amongst other things.

Rita is active with her children’s school and loves volunteering when she can. Rita and her family love traveling and watching football. They are die-hard WSU Cougs and Seahawks fans.

Brad Carpenter

Senior Superintendent

Brad has over 35 years of experience as a Superintendent working across a wide variety of construction projects with budgets ranging from $1.2M to $98M. He has built commercial buildings and structures, multi-family communities, assisted care facilities, retail stores, parking structures, and completed major earthwork projects. As the Senior Superintendent at GRE, he focuses on pre-construction and new construction projects.

Brad first worked with GRE as a partner, when he built the 102-unit condominium community “Regatta”. The team was so impressed with his work they invited him to join GRE. He is talented at pre-construction coordination and managing project schedules, and is a great problem solver and builder.

One of the things Brad appreciates about GRE is the inclusive environment where everyone is treated with respect, and how everyone works together to produce a product that everyone will be proud of. He thrives while developing new projects and welcomes the opportunity to work with such a great team.

Outside of work, Brad enjoys shooting sports, archery, and fishing (specifically fly fishing and tuna fishing).

Austin Clausius

Social Media & Digital Strategist

Austin has been with GRE since 2012 and is responsible for integrating social media with real estate management. His duties include managing GRE’s social media sites and property websites, web analytics, managing the SEO/SEM campaigns, online advertising, and training site managers on how to use social media effectively. His portfolio includes both new development projects and stabilized properties. Austin holds a BA in Communications from Washington State University.

Austin was drawn to this role because he loves technology and the way it continually evolves. He is passionate about making sure he stays up-to-date with every new app and social media outlet and has embraced his well-earned reputation as a nerd amongst his colleagues for his in-depth knowledge of technology.

If someone has a problem or needs help, Austin is generally one of the first to jump in. He takes pride in being a problem-solver. One of the things Austin finds rewarding about working at GRE is being a part of the IMPACT team, which participates in community outreach projects such as the Rebuilding Together Seattle nonprofit.

In his free time, Austin loves being outside, snowboarding in the winter and golfing in the summer. As a self-proclaimed “foodie”, he enjoys trying new restaurants and breweries.

Jeffrey Coats

Associate - Asset Services

Jeffrey first joined GRE as an intern during the summer of 2016 while he was completing his BA in Business Administration at the University of Washington’s Foster School of Business. Drawn to the vibrant company culture and energy that flows through the office, Jeffrey joined the team as a full-time employee after graduation. In addition to his BA degree, Jeffrey holds a Washington State Real Estate license.

As the Asset Services Associate, Jeffrey supports the Asset Services Multi-family team and wears many hats assisting them with their daily tasks and projects. He can be found either on the job site supporting the team or behind the scenes crunching numbers at the office -- creating reports, reviewing financials, and analyzing property performance to optimize success.

Jeffrey is committed to his work, and once he begins a task he is dedicated to seeing it through to completion. He excels at finding creative ways to solve problems and enjoys working in a way that emphasizes relationships. He holds himself to high ethical standards and appreciates working on a team where honesty, integrity, and hard work are valued.

Outside of work, Jeffrey volunteers at his church as a part of the worship band. He enjoys outdoor activities such as backpacking, camping, snowboarding, and hiking. He also loves traveling, photography, and music.

Jennifer Cox

Property Manager

Jennifer joined GRE in 2010 from their affiliate, Pinnacle, where she worked for 6 years managing commercial and multi-family properties. As both a property manager and asset manager, she is known for her dedication to her work and the ability to reach her professional goals.

After earning a degree in Business Administration from Seattle University with a minor in Economics, Jennifer worked at Nordstrom for two years developing her excellent customer service skills. Missing the formality of business, she found her way to Pinnacle and the world of property management.

Jennifer is tenacious. She has a passion for problem-solving, and if faced with a challenge will continue to search for the answer until it is resolved. One of the things she enjoys about working at GRE is the opportunity to take on new projects. She is motivated by being assigned new assets and finding ways to improve their performance.

Jennifer is passionate about her family and finding fun things to do on the weekends. She combines that passion with her love of Seattle and so can often be found exploring parks, the zoo, camping spots, or just walking around the city and enjoying the views.

Mark Daniels

Asset Manager

Mark Daniels joined GRE in 2007 as an Asset Manager working with a portfolio of property in the Midwest. He has worked on projects based out of Minneapolis, MN; Albuquerque, NM; Columbus, OH; Orlando, FL; Broward County, FL; Phoenix, AZ; Las Vegas, NV; and several in the Greater Seattle area. Currently, he oversees Asset Management for the KEG Portfolio, Signature Pointe, and Madrona Pointe. Mark holds a BS in Business from the University of Wisconsin and has held a Broker’s License in Minnesota and Wisconsin.

Prior to joining GRE, Mark worked with smaller regional companies based out of Fargo and Minneapolis. He began his career while working his way through college in the Hospitality Industry, where he was an Assistant Manager at Embassy Suites. He moved to a Leasing Consultant role in the multi-family sector and moved up through Assistant and Community Manager positions. He took a brief break from the industry in 2002 to pursue a career on the Sales side of Real Estate, selling single family homes with Coldwell Banker and starting his own Brokerage.

A dedicated team player who is focused on performance, Mark enjoys cultivating strong teams. He is passionate about coaching site teams to understand ownership goals and enabling them to achieve strong performance.

Mark has been active with a local youth hockey organization since 2010 and has held the positions of Vice-President and President. Mark, his wife, and their three sons enjoy spending weekends together at their family cabin where they can often be found fishing, boating, and enjoying summer fun.

Michelle Deng

Project Engineer

Michelle joined GRE as part of the construction team in 2017 with experience as a Building Information Modeling (BIM) project engineer, estimator and field engineer. She works closely with the construction team to coordinate the development, design and construction of buildings. Having graduated in 2013 from the University of Washington with a Bachelor of Arts in Architecture and Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, Michelle applies her design, technical, and management knowledge in her field of work.

Michelle’s balance of creativity and technical thinking provides a strong foundation for her role working with designers and builders. She thrives on the challenges that construction brings which include cost estimating, plan-sleuthing and project management. She feels lucky to constantly be surrounded by coworkers whom she truly enjoys being around every day.

Michelle will often be found munching on whatever snacks and foods within her reach and meticulously working out at the gym every day to accommodate her love of eating. Naturally, she enjoys cooking and seeking out new eating experiences. Her favorite walking companion is her three-pound black toy poodle, Storm, and she enjoys painting and taking evening language classes—Spanish and Japanese.

Deb Dewall

Assistant/VP of Finance

Deb joined GRE in 2012 and has been in the property management and real estate world more than 17 years. As the Assistant to the VP of Finance, she provides accounting and financial support to the VP of Finance and Chairman.

Prior to joining GRE, Deb worked for their affiliate, Pinnacle, for nine years starting as an Accounting Lead and then moving to the IT Department as a Project Manager. She has done contract work for Microsoft and other small businesses providing consulting, project management, and database administration services.

Deb is known for her skills in accounting, project management, and database administration.
She thrives in these tasks because of her aptitude in strength and observation.

Deb is passionate about her friends and family. In her spare time, she enjoys being in the outdoors and can often be found hiking, camping, and traveling.

Tim Dickerson

Vice President Development

Tim joined the GRE team in 2003, coming from Trammell Crow, where he had been for 11 years. He is a well-rounded real estate professional, having working in property management, corporate outsourcing, real estate transactions, and development. Tim has a BA from Washington State University and holds a Certificate of Commercial Real Estate from the University of Washington. He is actively involved with the real estate organizations IREM, BOMA, and NAIOP.

Known for his ability to achieve company, client, and partner objectives, Tim’s clients love to work with him because he is adaptable to change when the situation calls for it. He works hard, has a great deal of stamina, and understands that flexibility is important to his and his client’s successes. Tim enjoys working on projects that he helps to shape and deliver. At the end of the day, he likes to point to something tangible and know he had a hand in it.

Tim is a supporter of the Plymouth Housing Group which provides transitional housing for individuals. He is drawn to the organization because they have an impressive track record and provide an excellent service to the Seattle community.

Outside of work, Tim loves spending time with his three kids and extended family. They mean the world to him.

Gavin Erickson

Assistant Project Manager

Gavin Erickson joined Goodman Real Estate in 2018 as an Assistant Project Manager. Gavin supports the Management team and oversees all phases of construction projects to ensure work is proceeding on schedule and within budget. Gavin is a Certified Passive House Consultant (CPHC) and LEED Green Advisor (LEED GA).

Gavin studied Architecture at Montana State University where he received his BA in Environmental Design and his MA in Architecture. A Washington state native, he returned to the Pacific Northwest after finishing his education and worked for a local architecture firm for 10+ years. Gavin’s background in Architecture provided him with a unique knowledge of building codes and architectural intent, which helps streamline processes by avoiding potential conflicts and delays.

A hardworking and dedicated professional with a knack for sustainability and efficiency, Gavin takes pride in his ability to juggle multiple deadlines with calm and composure. On the job site, he appreciates honesty and hard work in his colleagues, and holds himself to a high standard of these attributes daily.

Gavin believes that having a home is a human right. He lends his considerable skillset volunteering for Habitat for Humanity, an organization that supports that ideal.

Outside of work, Gavin enjoys spending time in the great outdoors: rock climbing, sailing, hiking, camping, and skiing.

Tom Eyler

Vice President Finance

Tom began working for Pinnacle Realty Management in 1995 and moved to GRE in 1997. He started with GRE as their Assistant Controller and worked his way up to CFO in 2015. Tom works directly with Lawyers, Tax Accountants, Insurance Agents, and Escrow Officers on the financial aspects of acquisitions, dispositions, and lender financing for multi-family and commercial real estate. He also oversees all Corporate and Partnership tax matters as well as the company’s Master Insurance Program. He has a BA in Accounting from the University of Puget Sound.

With his talent for details and dogged determination, Tom revels in the order created from chaos involved in closing deals. Having worked with GRE for more than 20 years, Tom is excited by how the company has grown and the jobs and wealth that have been created. He credits this success to GRE’s fantastic team.
Tom is married with two daughters. He and his wife are big supporters of Seattle Children’s Hospital. They also support Treehouse, a nonprofit that helps foster children in Seattle, and volunteer at their daughters’ school, Sacred Heart in Bellevue.
At home, Tom enjoys collecting and drinking wine, and especially enjoys sharing wine and a nice meal with friends. He and his family love to travel and have a special place in their hearts for Hawaii.

Amanda Flichtbeil

Accounting Manager

Amanda Flichtbeil joined Goodman Real Estate in 2018, bringing over a decade of experience working in Property Management Accounting. Prior to joining GRE, Amanda worked as a Controller for two rapidly growing Property Management Companies with both Multi-family and Multi-use properties. Amanda was drawn to GRE because she was excited to join a company known for their excellence where she can continue to learn about different facets of real estate investment.

In her role as Accounting Manager, Amanda focuses her expertise on both conventional and affordable Multi-family properties, with an emphasis on Lease-ups and Renovations. Amanda has a passion for accurate and timely reporting that tells the story of a property’s performance and opportunities and enables informed decisions.

Known for her infectious energy and positive attitude, Amanda has a knack for finding the root cause of problems and solving them quickly. She believes in doing things right the first time and is always willing to help others and go above and beyond to ensure that she is enabling the business to achieve their goals.

Hailing from the City of Roses (Portland, OR), Amanda received her BS from the University of Oregon before moving to Seattle in 2006, where she received her MBA from Seattle University.

In her spare time, Amanda enjoys going on outdoor adventures and exploring new places with her husband, five-year-old son, and three-year-old daughter. She enjoys hiking, gardening, completing house projects, and trying new restaurants with friends and family.

John Goodman

Chairman

John Goodman is a well-established business owner and community contributor in the Greater Seattle area. John’s career in real estate management, development, and investments spans more than 30 years. With an entrepreneurial spirit, John utilizes his considerable market knowledge and financial strength to manage his investment firm that builds and maintains a portfolio of multi-family and commercial assets. He has had ownership in more than 40,000 apartment units and 2.5 million square feet of office space and is a leading developer of multi-family housing in the Puget Sound region.

The key to John’s success is his integrity, his many longstanding professional and personal relationships, and the team of real estate professionals that he has fostered over the years. Inspiring his team with his vision, his contagious enthusiasm, and his ability to turn thoughts into actions, he is the mastermind behind the achievements at GRE. Known for his loyalty and generosity, he inspires loyalty and generosity in his team.

John founded the Goodman Foundation in 2005. The mission of the Goodman Foundation is to fund organizations that support children and their families. Through this foundation, he supports the Boys & Girls Club, Seattle Children’s Hospital, and the Big Brother/Big Sister program, amongst many others.

A Seattle-native, John is married with three kids and enjoys spending time with his friends and family, racing, golfing, and boating.

Jason Hill

Senior Superintendent

Jason Hill worked with Goodman Real Estate in 2007 with Triad and Point Edwards before rounding out his experience working with Marathon Management and Sequoia Development. His career has spanned many roles in the construction side of the business, beginning as a laborer on a single-family site and moving through the trades of the industry up to a General Contractor. He found his calling as a Superintendent, and rejoined GRE in 2018 as the Senior Superintendent.

Jason’s goal with each project is to bring the lessons learned throughout his career, resulting in the creation of a lasting product that is economical to maintain. He enjoys sharing his deep knowledge and vast experience with the next generation of leaders. He is a successful leader because he understands that he doesn’t build a building, the army of contractors and team members that he leads does. His team performs well because of the framework of trust, collaboration, and communication that Jason puts in place.

Outside of work, Jason has many hobbies. On Friday nights, he can often be found distributing food to local families in Monroe, where his wife manages the Provide Hope food bank. He enjoys white water rafting and kayaking, and his summers are spent building and crewing a Late Model Race Car team as a Car Boss in the Whelen Nascar series.

Christian Knorr

Project Manager

Christian Knorr joined Goodman Real Estate in 2018 with 13 years of experience in the construction industry already under his belt. He grew up abroad in various countries in Europe, Africa, and South America. A true international student, he attended the American University in Washington DC and Universidad de los Andes in Colombia before graduating with his BS in General Management from Florida Atlantic University in Florida.

As a Project Manager, Christian focuses on Multi-family and Mixed-use projects, overseeing the budget, quality, schedule, and aesthetics of projects. He is dedicated, hard-working, and honest, always going the extra mile to make sure each project is successfully completed to everyone’s satisfaction.

Christian has a knack for creating productive, motivated teams and developing long-standing customer relationships. He believes in fostering strong relationships based on honesty, fairness, and equality. He was drawn to this company because of the strong work ethic that GRE values and the ability to collaborate with colleagues that share his personal values and ideas towards standardization, simplification, and efficiency.

Christian enjoys spending time with his family and loves animals. He can often be found exploring the great outdoors or tinkering in his garage. He has a passion for classic cars, particularly foreign 4WDs.

Kristen Kuniyoshi

Property Accountant

Kristen joined GRE in 2011 after graduating from the University of Washington with a BA in Economics. As the Development/Commercial AP Specialist, she is responsible for processing accounts payable for development and commercial properties.

Diligent, hard-working, and detail-oriented, Kristen enjoys being a team-player and being involved in many different things. She believes that taking on tasks beyond her remit allows her to continue to grow. Her partners appreciate her promptness, consistency, and the pride she takes in each task. She is currently attending an evening certificate program in accounting at the UW. Her long-term plans include obtaining her CPA license.

In her spare time, Kristen runs with Team in Training to raise money for the Leukemia Lymphoma Society (LLS). She also participates in the Big Climb at the Columbia Tower in Seattle annually, which also benefits LLS. She loves being active and challenging herself to try new workouts. While football is her favorite sport (she is a big fan of the Seahawks and the Huskies), she also likes watching baseball and basketball. She enjoys baking and makes a mean cheesecake.

Jin Lee

Project Manager

As the Project Manager focused on pre-construction, Jin Lee is the technical lead on all current GRE Construction projects. He liaises with Building Officials, Design Consultants, and Subcontractors to anticipate issues and develop solutions to keep each job on budget and on schedule.

With a Bachelor of Arts in Art History and a Bachelor of Architecture from the University of British Columbia, Jin has a solid background in Architectural Design. He cut his teeth on waterfront homes in Vancouver, B.C. as well as working as a junior development manager for a multi-family developer. He moved to Seattle on a whim and worked for Weber Thompson and Ankrom Moison, delivering 20+ multi-family projects. Seeking a culture change, he switched to construction as a pre-construction manager with Exxel Pacific for a few years before joining GRE in 2017.

With his unique combination of design and technical skills, Jin brings a wider-than-typical spectrum of skills to the job. He enjoys working at GRE because he finds it rewarding to be a part of a small, dedicated, and competent crew with a common focus.

Jin served a term as the Chair of the Land Use Committee at the Mt. Baker Community Club and advocated for significant rezones in the Rainier Valley. He also served as a Public Representative during the recent HALA process at City of Seattle.

In his spare time, Jin enjoys reading and monitoring media and politics. He feels a personal responsibility to stay informed and think critically. He draws from the figure and spends time riding and fettling his stable of vintage motorcycles.

Chad Lenchuk

Senior Asset Manager

Chad began working with John Goodman in 1998 as an Acquisition Underwriter in what was then Goodman Financial Services. After five years away as an Investment Manager for Schnitzer Northwest, he returned to GRE in 2006. As an Asset Manager, Chad manages a multifamily portfolio of 18 apartment properties with approximately 3000 units, and specifically enjoys completing acquisition rehabilitations. He is motivated by the team at GRE and enjoys being a part of a team that works together to accomplish great things.

Known for his financial strength, Chad has a knack for reviewing and creating financial reviews of properties. Chad is passionate about creating value, and enjoys improving the efficiency, leasing ability, and value of a property.

Chad holds a degree in both Economics and Business from the University of Washington and is a CPM candidate. He is actively involved with the National Association of Industrial and Office Properties (NAIOP), Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM), and the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA).

Chad participates annually in the Space Needle "Base 2 Space” stair climb to benefit Fred Hutch Cancer Research Center. Having seen several friends and family members affected by cancer, Chad’s competitive nature motivates his fundraising efforts. During the inaugural event, he is proud to say that he was the #1 overall fundraiser. Since then, he has consistently been one of the top 5 fundraisers every year, raising approximately $18,500 over the span of 3 years.

Cait Lockhart

Accounting Specialist

Cait Lockhart brings a passion for systems development and improvement to Goodman Real Estate, along with her superpower: humor. Prior to joining GRE in 2018, Cait spent nine years working in the Senior Housing sector. Quality housing and purposeful development are near to her heart and she enjoys promoting these important programs with her work. She jumped at the opportunity to join the team at GRE because she was attracted to its vibrant culture, robust mission statement, and collaborative team.

A Pacific NW native, Cait grew up in West Seattle and attended Seattle U where she received her BA in English Literature. After graduation, she learned that she enjoys working with numbers as much as she loves words and altered her career path. As a member of the Accounting team, she works collaboratively to ensure that the systems are in place to get things done efficiently and accurately. She strives to embody GRE’s mission statement daily in her personal and professional life and works hard to make sure that her clients’ needs and wishes are met.

Outside of her day job, Cait is an accomplished Stand-up Comedian who has performed at the Comedy Underground, The Parlor in Bellevue, Columbia City Theater, and a few local festivals. When she’s not making people laugh, she can often be found at Alki Beach - sipping coffee with friends or walking her dog, Penny.

Ellyn McCraw

Asset Services Associate

Ellyn McCraw has over 11 years of experience working in Property Management in a range of different roles, beginning as an Assistant Manager and moving up the ranks as Sr. Assistant Manager, Property Manager, and Multi-site Manager. She joined Goodman Real Estate in 2018 as an Asset Services Associate ensuring highly-engaged collaboration and efficient operations within the Asset Services Department. In addition, Ellyn oversees the information workflow between various departments and key business partners.

Highly-motivated, organized, and dependable, Ellyn prides herself on serving her customers with a high-level of service. She once won an “Efficiency Guru” award – and she embodies this title with her Operations acumen. She is talented at creating process efficiencies, managing timelines, and creating organization out of chaos. Her colleagues enjoy working with her because she is helpful, approachable, funny, and kind.

Born and raised in Seattle, WA, Ellyn attended Shoreline Community College where she received her AA in Business Administration, and is currently completing her BA in Project Management from the University of Washington. She is an active supporter of the Northwest Harvest and has a special place in her heart for the organization The Seeing Eye for the Blind.

Ellyn and her husband live in Edmonds, WA with their dogs. They enjoy exploring their beautiful city and hiking around the Puget Sound.

Zuni Nguyen

Asset Services Associate

Zuni Nguyen has worked in many different facets of Property Management. Prior to joining Goodman Real Estate, she worked for Pinnacle Property Management where she held several positions including Concierge, Leasing Specialist, and Assistant Property Manager. Drawn to GRE’s reputation for business excellence and their dedication to giving back to their community, Zuni joined the team in 2018. As the Asset Services Associate, Zuni facilitates operations for the Asset Management team and plays a key role in the information workflow between departments.

A hard worker and team-player, Zuni is people-oriented and brings a variety of different and energetic ideas to the workplace. She prides herself on delivering high-quality work and developing great, lasting relationships. Zuni values sincerity and hospitality, and these traits come through in every aspect of her work. She enjoys giving her time to help and teach others and is always ready and willing to assist her team.

Outside of work, Zuni is involved with the WACAP (World Association for Children and Parents) and has volunteered at past annual auctions and galas to raise funds that provide permanency for children. She is also active in the Vietnamese community and has tutored English as a second language to middle-school aged children.

Zuni lives in the Seattle area where she can often be found running or hiking with her dog. She loves to explore new shops and support small businesses. She enjoys cooking and is always looking for fun new recipes to try.

Kirt Norman

Vice President Investment

Kirt came to GRE in 2005 from Trammell Crow, where he had been a Commercial Property Accountant. As the Financial Analyst, he works directly with senior management staff in identifying and analyzing real estate investment opportunities for acquisition, disposition and recapitalization. He completes the financial models for each of GRE’s stabilized properties, plus underwriting for new development projects and providing data for banks and appraisers. Kirt has a BS in Accounting from the University of Montana.

Kirt enjoys solving problems and finding long-term solutions. He thrives with new acquisitions and doing the due diligence to complete new deals. He is hard-working with a great sense of humor, and the team could not survive without him.

Kirt has a generous spirit and enjoys participating in the Rebuilding Together Seattle event with his GRE colleagues every year, and is a supporter of the Progressive Animal Welfare Society (PAWS). Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family and friends.

Kelli Jo Norris

President

A multi-disciplinary real estate professional, Kelli Jo began her career in real estate in 1986 and joined Goodman Real Estate in 1996. During her 20+ years at GRE, she has worked in every facet of real estate: development, property management, acquisition, leasing, and disposition. As President, Kelli Jo provides company oversight and directs the implementation of strategic and organizational planning. She co-leads the business strategy with CEO George Petrie, whom she partnered with to map out a vision for the organization. Together, they’ve created an organization that’s poised for continued success.

People believe in Kelli Jo and want to follow her to success. She believes that leadership is about people, not processes. She is a hands-on leader who believes that the heart of their success is a strategic commitment to developing their team, long-term partnerships with their lenders, and their relationships with the community.

Kelli Jo is known for her nerve – she has great instincts, creative ideas, and knows how to make things happen. She recruits others who share her fierce strength of character. Her work mantra is to dream big, work hard, and laugh a lot along the way.

Kelli Jo is an active member of several industry organizations such as the Commercial Real Estate Women (CREW) and Downtown Seattle Association (DSA). Kelli Jo, her husband, and their two children enjoy an active, outdoors lifestyle. On top of being avid equestrians, she and her family love to be skiing, hiking, running, and enjoying time together.

Astra Persue

Project Engineer

One of the newer members of the team, Astra joined GRE in 2017. Prior to joining the team, she worked with a general contractor as a Project Manager Assistant. She is passionate about growing in the construction industry and is currently pursuing a degree in Construction Management. The Project Engineer for the Construction Team, she is the glue that holds together the Project Manager, Superintendents, Architects, and Interior Designers. She ensures that contracts and submittals are approved and complete.

Astra’s favorite part about working for GRE is the synergy that happens amongst the team. They work hard and have fun while doing it. She thrives at GRE because the core values that the company upholds are the same values that she has for herself, both professionally and personally. She is diligent, hardworking, and a great team player.

Astra loves giving back to her community. When volunteering, she prefers to be on the front lines giving food and/or clothes to the homeless, reading to school children, helping refugee families with job preparation, doing fun activities with senior citizens, and cleaning up garbage in the salmon creeks.

When she’s not working, doing homework, or volunteering, she can be found hiking, kayaking, rock climbing or jet skiing. She also enjoys a hobby of reupholstering furniture.

George Petrie

Chief Executive Officer

George began his career in real estate in 1990 and joined GRE in 1999. His experience spans roles in finance, accounting (as a CPA), operations, property management, asset management, acquisitions, and dispositions. Before landing at GRE he worked at Unico Properties and Trammell Crow. George holds a BA from the University of Washington School of Business, and holds the real estate designations: CPM, CCIM, and RPA.

As CEO, George is a high energy, results-driven leader focused on taking calculated risks promptly. He can move mountains. He finds satisfaction in making dreams and opportunities move toward completion by bringing together the people and resources needed to achieve them. He is effective because he encourages everyone on the team to use their voice and ensures that all facets of each opportunity are explored.

Knowing that he has contributed to providing shelter for people and businesses brings great contentment to George and fuels his work. He believes that those in real estate are stewards, enabling people and businesses to pursue their calling.

George is passionate about contributing to the community where he lives. He is on the board of CRISTA, Centered.org and Vision 16, and enjoys mentoring young people who are considering real estate as a profession.

George has been married since 1990, and he and his wife have three daughters. They enjoy skiing, boating, and hiking.

Abbey Reed

Executive Administrative Assistant

Abbey started her career working on the Commercial Team in Property Management before moving over to the corporate office in 2017. As the Executive Administrative Assistant for the CEO & President, she supports the leadership team, manages the office, and runs the front desk. Abbey has a Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations from Northwest Missouri State University.

Known for her positive attitude and ability to work hard, Abbey shines through her ability to juggle several tasks at once; deftly handing the needs of clients, her colleagues, and the leadership team. She works hard to foster relationships with her colleagues so they can continue to build a strong, positive work environment together.

Abbey enjoys working at GRE because she finds it an innovative and supportive company to work for, with the opportunity for learning and growth. She enjoys being challenged and taking on new roles with bigger responsibilities.

An avid bike rider, Abbey participates in the Fred Hutch Obliteride fundraising event annually to support the work they do for cancer research. In her spare time, she can be found biking, hiking, camping, and enjoying life to its fullest.

Audrey Riddle

Impact Program Ambassador

Audrey Riddle joined Goodman Real Estate in 2018 as the IMPACT Program Ambassador. She brings a wealth of service experience to the role, with years of experience contributing to the growth of her community through philanthropy. Audrey holds a BA in Psychology from Seattle Pacific University (SPU) with minors in Leadership Studies, Reconciliation Studies, and Women’s Studies.

Born and raised in Western PA, Audrey moved to Seattle to attend SPU. While there, she worked with Tent City 3 during their second stay on SPU’s campus. Through that experience, she developed a passion for service and combatting homelessness. Prior to joining GRE, she worked for the Catholic Housing Services as a Program Manager and managed an apartment building for low-income working families and families coming out of homelessness. Throughout her career, she has kept her goal of bringing dignity and compassion to all residents as her north star.

Audrey believes that listening and asking questions are essential to creating a creative and holistic strategy. Energetic and compassionate, Audrey strives to be a positive influence in everything she does. She was drawn to this role because of GRE’s core values. She finds fulfillment in producing quality work through creative and generous means and seeks to contribute to the team through bringing her passion and dedication to excellence to the IMPACT Program.

Audrey is active in her community and organizes a monthly community meal through her parish, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. She is a supporter of Catholic Housing Services and the Seattle/King County Coalition on Homelessness. Audrey believes it is important to be informed and can often be found listening to audiobooks or political podcasts. She is very active and enjoys running and hiking around the beautiful Pacific Northwest as well as participating in a year-round indoor soccer team and a summer kickball team.

Eric Rogers

Financial Analyst

Eric Rogers joined GRE in 2015 as an intern while completing his degree in Marketing from Washington State University. He was hired upon graduation as a Development Assistant, and then promoted to a Financial Analyst in 2017. He is responsible for underwriting new acquisitions, tracking lease-up performance, and running GRE’s Rentlytics program.

Eric loves analyzing data and is a wizard with Microsoft Excel. He has a knack for showing data in an easy-to-read way. He is great with numbers and enjoys solving math problems. Eric thrives while learning and is continually looking for ways to grow professionally. He strives to learn something new every day.

An avid sports fan, Eric is a supporter of the nonprofit Courts for Kids, an organization that builds sports courts for children in economically disadvantaged areas. He had the opportunity to travel to Costa Rica and work with the community there on this project. Their mission is to build athletic courts with communities around the world while fostering cross-cultural understanding. This experience gave Eric the travel bug, and he is excited to continue to explore the globe.

Dan Schaeffer

Superintendent

Dan has over 30 years of experience developing commercial and multi-family properties. Prior to joining GRE in 2017, he worked with SRM Development building Merrill Gardens retirement complexes from San Diego to Spokane. As Superintendent, he manages the relationships with all subcontractors and trade partners. He is also responsible for the schedule, budget, and overall project success.

Dan has great people skills and enjoys working at GRE because of the people he works with and the emphasis the company places on relationships. He fits in well at GRE because the company’s core values of collaboration, generosity, honesty, and integrity are core values that he incorporates into his work every day.

Outside of work, Dan enjoys going to concerts and sporting events, BBQing, hunting and fishing, and spending time at the beach.

Chris Sweeney

Sr. Project Engineer

Chris Sweeney is a Sr. Project Engineer whose prior work includes working for a General Contractor on projects for Seattle Children’s and several core and shell office buildings, a Retail Construction Contractor, and an Energy Efficient Lighting Company. Chris joined Goodman Real Estate in 2018, excited to work on the developer side and focus on the longer-term approach to building. As the Sr. Project Engineer, Chris works on Multi-family projects and coordinates all of the subcontractors, assisting them in working through any challenges and obstacles that may arise.

Chris grew up in Wisconsin where he completed his degree in Building Construction Management/Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville. A lifelong learner who enjoys taking on challenges, Chris recently completed his certification in Commercial Real Estate from the University of Washington.

Chris has an ability to see the big picture and find different opportunities to get the job done. He strongly believes that there are no roadblocks that can’t be overcome to get a project completed. He works to create an environment of honesty and full-team engagement, knowing that these elements are essential to project success.

After college, Chris spent 2.5 years with the Peace Corps in Peru and gained a passion for volunteer work. He is involved with Construction for Change (CfC): a global nonprofit whose purpose is to build heath care and community centers around the world.

Outside of work, Chris can be found spending time in the great outdoors. He enjoys rock climbing, sailing, and skiing.

Kirk Swenson

Assistant Superintendent

Prior to joining GRE in 2018, Kirk learned the ins and outs of the construction business while working for a General Contractor. He started as a laborer and worked his way up the ladder to a General Foreman within 4 years. He has a BA in Political Science and a Certificate in Construction Management through the University of Washington and brings a thorough understanding of all positions on the job site, having worked most of them himself.

While ensuring that his job site is a well-oiled machine, Kirk keeps his eye on his overall goal: finishing each project on time and under budget while maintaining safety. He works hard every day to make sure that every project ends with the best possible product.

A true team player, Kirk’s favorite part of working for GRE is partnering with other team members. He appreciates that everyone shares a common goal and are all self-motivated and driven. The strength Kirk brings to the team is his critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Kirk is excited that GRE is so dedicated to community service and enjoys getting involved and giving back to the community where he works and lives.
Outside of work, Kirk can be found spending time in the great outdoors with his family and friends. He enjoys hiking and appreciating the beauty that the Pacific Northwest has to offer.

Lea Thomas

Asset Manager

With over 15 years of experience working in Property Management, Lea Thomas brings her passion for Real Estate every day to Goodman Real Estate. As an Asset Manager, her primary function is to assist in all aspects of administrative, financial, capital, and operations tasks for the properties within her portfolio. Lea holds a Washington State Brokers License.

Known as the “Tornado of Organization”, Lea is the go-to person for setting up systems and procedures to ensure projects are completed efficiently and effectively. She believes in leading by example and understands that taking accountability is an opportunity to build character.

GRE’s core values are present in Lea’s stellar work ethic and dedication she brings to the job site daily. She enjoys her work because each day brings a new challenge and she finds satisfaction in seeing each project progress. Lea’s favorite part of working for GRE is being a part of a growing team.

Outside of work, Lea loves spending time with her family. They enjoy boating, attending sports events, and exploring new places!

Jennifer Tofte

Corporate Controller

Jennifer came to GRE from Ernst & Young in 2008. Having worked with a property management company in her previous role, she was drawn to the industry and the fun atmosphere. Jennifer has a BA in Accounting and Finance from Seattle University.

As the Accounting Manager, Jennifer is the chief problem solver. She loves to suss out issues proactively, and is known for having a knack in finding and addressing problems quickly. She is passionate about professional growth, both for herself and her team. She ensures that she and her team are continually learning and improving.

Personally, Jennifer is a big supporter of the Seattle Children's Museum. She is inspired by their mission statement to teach young children and get them excited about learning about the world around them.

Jennifer has a close family who is the center of her life. She is passionate about food and fitness; she and her husband are always looking for a fun restaurant to try and are enjoying turning their daughter into a foodie. On evenings and weekends, you can often find Jennifer having fun cheering on her daughter at her soccer games.

Quyen Tran

Corporate Account Executive

Quyen Tran worked for GRE’s affiliate, Pinnacle Property Management, for 4 years specializing in leasing and development for new construction and renovation projects. She increased property occupancy through creative marketing. Her passion for Real Estate brought her to Goodman Real Estate in 2018 where she welcomed the opportunity to develop her knowledge and work with so many innovative thinkers.

As the Corporate Account Executive for the Corporate Housing team, Quyen’s main focus is helping clients find a temporary home-away-from-home while elevating their housing experience. Through the use of technology, she finds innovative ways to better understand and anticipate client needs. Her personal goal is to continually find better ways to serve latent markets.
For every project and/or challenge, Quyen keeps an optimistic outlook. She is known for her ability to wear many hats while ensuring that each project is completed accurately. She prides herself on her ability to think creatively and find solutions that enable business success. Her colleagues appreciate Quyen’s ability to network and develop relationships.

Born and raised in Seattle, Quyen attended Western Washington University where she received her Bachelor of Arts with a double concentration in Finance and Marketing. She is an active member of the American Marketing Association (AMA) and the Financial Management Association International (FMA). She is active with her community and has been involved with Volunteers of America, Hopelink, Children’s Hospital, The Boys and Girls Club, and The Humane Society.

Quyen loves traveling and trying new restaurants. She loves coffee and is rarely seen without a Starbucks cup in hand.

Titus Uomoto

Project Engineer

Titus went to school for Architecture, getting his undergrad and graduate degrees from the University of Washington. After working several years for architecture firms in Seattle he made the switch to Construction Management translating architecture background to the construction site. He is currently involved in all aspects of the building process for Goodman Real Estate.

Titus is a great team player that likes to get things done, whether it is on the jobsite or in the office. Having architectural experience allows him to easily communicate with the design team and the team in the field. His experience with institutional, commercial, mixed-use, multi-family, and single family residential makes is a valuable member of the construction team.

In between remodeling their home, Titus and his wife love to travel, with recent trips to India and SE Asia, they have many more on their bucket list. Titus loves being active by playing basketball and breakdancing. He can often be found in his garage doing his latest woodworking project for his house.

Shannon Vail

Development Services – Associate

The Administrative Assistant for the multi-family team, Shannon joined GRE in 2016 and supports the Asset Managers and their properties. While working full-time, she is also pursuing her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology at the UW. One of her favorite things about working for GRE is the spirit of collaboration and the supportive environment that welcomes new ideas. She enjoys having her ideas embraced and knowing she can make a difference within the company and the community it serves.

Shannon is always the first to volunteer to try new things in the office. Her analytical and creative skills make her the perfect person to bounce new ideas off, and she’s always game to brainstorm with her colleagues. Her background working in retail sales gives her a competitive sales mindset and she is always looking for new ways to give the company an innovative edge.

An active participant of the Big Brothers/Big Sisters of America program, Shannon enjoys volunteering her time to support that important program. In her spare time, she can be found practicing yoga and rock climbing. During the summer, she enjoys completing day hikes with her dog, Rebel. Shannon is an avid reader always searching for a new book to read, and a foodie who loves checking out new restaurants with friends.

Todd Vasko

Director of Asset Services

Todd Vasko is a Real Estate Executive with 27+ years of experience working in Asset Management, Property Management, and Real Estate Brokerage. As the Director of Asset Services, he oversees the overall performance for Signature Pointe, Sunrise Ridge, and Madrona Pointe Apartments. In addition, he owns the relationships with GRE’s 3rd-party property management vendors. Todd is a Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) and was a Real Estate Broker for 15 years.

An incisive and inspiring leader, Todd’s strength lies in his ability to drive results, improve efficiencies, and increase sales. He thrives in an environment of change, challenge, and multiple deadlines. These skills allow him to be highly effective while delivering impactful business solutions on time and under budget.

Todd has a vast array of experience in the industry ranging from successfully leading a Real Estate startup to serving as an Executive for a Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) company. His career has focused on Multi-Family and Mixed-Use properties and has included asset management and business development opportunities.

Drawn to GRE because of its culture and core values, Todd is a strong believer in honesty and integrity and has a reputation for always doing the right thing. He believes that his strongest asset is his ability to solve problems. He has a proven track record of reducing short-term operating and long-term capital costs, fostering employee engagement, creating opportunities, and carefully solving customer complaints.

Outside of work, Todd enjoys his honorary title of “BBQ Pitmaster”, is a survivalist, and can often be found skiing, golfing, or working on home improvement projects.

David Vo

Project Engineer

As the Project Engineer Intern, David Vo spends his days on the job site assisting the Project Engineer and Superintendents for the Multi-Family team. A Seattle native, David grew up in a construction family and began working on remodels when he was in high school. He interned for several General Contractors for 2 years before joining GRE in early 2018. He is currently pursuing his BS in Construction Management from the University of Washington.

A hard worker and an active learner, David tries to learn something new every day from his peers and supervisors. He is motivated to be the best that he can be and strives to always do a great job. His favorite part about working for GRE is part of a team that works towards one goal. A team player, David understands that construction projects are successful when the team works together to perform well.

Known for having a positive attitude under any circumstance, David excels in his ability to keep quality control in line with his high standards. He takes pride in his ability to assist the project team and enjoys making sure the owner of the property is happy with the final touches.
David enjoys being outdoors fishing and participating in shooting sports. He likes baseball and football and is a Seahawks fan.

Victor Vo

Senior Project Manager

Victor has more than 20 years of experience working in the construction industry, most recently working for Exxel Pacific before joining Goodman Real Estate in 2017. As the Senior Project Manager, his focus is managing project teams and subcontractors during construction, budgeting and pre-construction on new properties. Victor holds a BS in Construction Management from the University of Washington.

Known for his “get it done” attitude, Victor has the ability to quickly and efficiently complete projects and move on to the next one with enthusiasm and momentum. His team enjoys working with him because he keeps his work fun and interesting. He takes pride in turning over a great product and in embodying GRE’s core value of rewarding hard work.

Victor believes that safety is his number one priority, and establishes high standards to keep everyone safe and ensure the team is performing to their best ability.

Outside of work, Victor is most often found spending time with his family. He enjoys fishing, archery, shooting sports, and classic cars.

Ray Warrick

Business Operations Coordinator

Ray was hired by Pinnacle in 2001 to help with renovation work needed after the Nisqually Earthquake, and moved over to GRE in 2005. He works on Business Operations projects big and small relating to the day-to-day operations of the company, and supports the business platform.

Finding stimulation in discovering the unique challenges in each new project, Ray loves the variety of his role. His strengths lie in his adaptability and ability to streamline processes to make them more efficient. Ray seamlessly jumps in to any project and his versatile talents ensure a successful completion.

Born and raised in Seattle, Ray has moved away three times but family ties and the love of this city have never kept him away very long. He is a graduate of Whitman College, and worked as a stage manager in many different Seattle theatre venues, from the “big houses” to quirky fringe productions in dive bars. Ray has welcomed his new theatre niche of being an avid supporter, subscriber, and audience member, always looking for new productions to bring a group of friends to.

Chris White

Facilities Maintenance & Renovation

Chris brings over 25 years of combined building engineering and construction experience to his role in Facilities Maintenance & Renovation. He partners with the Asset Management team to provide oversight to acquired properties in various stages of the rehabilitation process and ensures that the projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality expectations.

With his commitment to excellence and dedication to GRE, Chris continually exceeds industry standards by forming strong professional vendor partnerships based on integrity, ingenuity, and reliability. These characteristics, along with a deep-rooted tie to the Pacific Northwest, have made him a key member of the team.

Known for his dependability and work ethic, Chris successfully maintains the standard of safety for GRE’s commercial engineering team employees. He strives to improve training and takes a proactive approach to identifying risk. Chris truly enjoys being a part of a well-performing team, and uses his relationship and team building skills to coach and mentor the next generation.

Chris has volunteered for the Pioneer Square Spring clean ups, Rebuilding Seattle Together, and the Union Gospel Mission. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family, fishing, and traveling.