Mike Elliott

Chief Executive Officer

Mike Elliott has over 28 years of experience in the real estate industry with proven success, both nationally and internationally, investing, developing, and serving clients in all commercial product types.

As Chief Executive Officer, Mike oversees the operations of both ERES Capital, LLC, the company’s full-service investment and development division, and the services portfolio of ERES Companies, providing brokerage, project management, property/facilities management, construction, and consulting.

Prior to the launch of ERES, Mike was a Senior Vice President and Managing Director at JLL,  where he founded and led their National Energy Facilities Group.  His experience included providing brokerage, project  management, capital markets, development and other related services to national and global energy firms.  Additionally, Mike served as the CEO and Founding Principal of Catalyst Real Estate Solutions and Grubb & Ellis | Catalyst, where he oversaw all operations of development, investments, brokerage, management and  consulting.

Mike received his Master’s of Real Estate and Construction Management and his BS in  Business Administration from the University of Denver. He is a licensed real estate broker  in Colorado, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Georgia.

Mike served as an Adjunct Professor in the University of Denver’s Real Estate and  Construction Management program where he taught Real Estate Finance in the  Undergraduate, Graduate and Executive Graduate programs. He previously served as Co-  Chair of the Advisory Board of University of Denver’s Burns School of Real Estate and  Construction Management, NAIOP Membership committee, and Denver Metro Commercial  Association of Realtors®.

Tom Bradley

President

Since its inception, ERES Companies (ERES) has experienced consistent revenue growth and dynamic brand expansion, both of which are a direct result of Tom Bradley’s leadership. As President and Co-Founder of ERES, Tom has worked tirelessly to develop a business model that drives success, while upholding a mission and culture focused on clients, partners, employees, and the community.

His core expertise is enabling investors, companies, and developers to establish, grow, and manage their real estate portfolios, particularly in high growth secondary markets where opportunity prevails but infrastructure and on-the-ground support may be scarce. His professional approach is based on consultation – offering best practices insight and holistic support to realize strategic goals. Through the application of well-researched benchmarking, he aims to help transform business functions and strengthen the projects and companies with which he works.

Early in his career, he was recruited to join CBRE with the unique task of helping to launch the firm’s Energy Facilities Group. While in this role, Tom was struck by an overwhelming need within the energy industry. Particularly in rural locations, executives were struggling with how to effectively navigate market conditions, understand the available real estate opportunities and solve issues stemming beyond brokerage. Thus, the concept of ERES’ early business model was born and in 2014 Tom joined his colleague, Mike Elliott, to launch ERES.

What started as a few people at a kitchen table with a big idea has transformed into a full-service commercial real estate firm. ERES has completed successful projects in 28 states and eight countries, expanded to twelve domestic and international office locations, and diversified to six dynamic divisions.

Tom’s deep consulting experience has provided the direction and fuel for this exponential growth. The firm has earned several industry recognitions including Denver Business Journal’s Fast 50 and Small Business Award as well as ColoradoBiz Magazine’s Top Family-Owned Business. This progress can be attributed, in part, to his steady investment in ERES’ core business units and cross-selling within ERES’ Fortune 500 client base. Professionally, Tom was recognized in 2020 as a top 40 Under 40 business executive by the Denver Business Journal

Kate Waggoner

Chief Operating Officer

Kate Waggoner joined ERES in 2018 as Chief Operating Officer, a new position within the firm. In this role, she oversees company-wide operations, human capital and business strategies across all office locations and worksites. Kate’s preliminary focus will be on aligning ERES corporate operational strategies and tools with the rapid growth the firm has experienced across the last several years, helping to stabilize an approach to client service, human capital and fiscal efficiency.

Leading operations for some of the largest commercial real estate firms in the industry, she has held a long and successful career helping companies align business and growth strategies with effective operation, financial and sales tactics. Before joining ERES, Kate served as the COO – U.S. Markets at JLL where she oversaw all operations, finance, human resources, legal, marketing, research and client care functions. Prior to that, she served in a variety of operational roles at CBRE, Inc., culminating as their Global Director of Operations.

In addition, Kate’s industry and personal accolades are far-reaching. She has been awarded as one of the Denver Business Journal’s Outstanding Women in Business and presented with the Colorado Women of Influence Award, among many others.

An avid equestrian, Kate resides in her beautiful hometown of Littleton, CO.

Tim Brekel

Executive Vice President | Project Management

Tim Brekel joined ERES in late 2015 to lead the company’s project management efforts.  Tim has over 20 years of experience orchestrating diverse construction projects and managing multidisciplinary teams in some of today’s most active energy markets.  His insight, hands-on-approach and ability to build and manage well-oiled teams will translate to an unparalleled level of efficiency and sophistication for ERES’ existing and future clients.

Tim joined ERES from CBRE’s Project Management Group where he managed over $80 million in project value.  Tim partnered with numerous large and mid-sized energy companies to manage construction projects from conception to completion including site analysis and due diligence management, procurement of design and construction teams, schedule and budget development, entitlements and design and construction management including cost and schedule control.

Prior to CBRE, Tim managed over $750 million in projects across his 14-year tenure as an owner at ARC Integrated Program Management.  His experience with ARC spanned a variety of industries including K-12 and higher education, hospitality, industrial, retail, and single and multi-family residential and included development and horizontal utility oversight.

Tim’s clients recognize his ability to provide insightful, diplomatic and efficient solutions to some of their most complex projects.  Throughout his career, Tim’s ability to turn a project into long-term customer-provider relationships differentiates him from others in the industry.

Tim attended the Colorado School of Mines and studied Civil and Mechanical Engineering and Mathematics.  He is a Certified Construction Manager by the Construction Management Association of America and is a member of the Council of Educational Facility Planners International, Construction Specification Institute, Institute of Internal Auditors and the US Green Building Council.  He is a LEED® Accredited Professional.

Dean Schmitt

Managing Director | ERES Capital

Dean Schmitt has over 12 years of experience across real estate, private equity, and investment advisory. At ERES Capital Schmitt helps manage and lead the newly launched investment and development platform. Before joining the ERES team, he was Managing Partner and Co-Founder of Third Wave Development, a real estate investment and development firm focused on hospitality, healthcare and education markets. Prior to that, Schmitt was COO and Partner at Campisano Capital, a hospitality focused real estate development and construction firm located in Louisville, KY, New York, NY and London.

Previous investment experience includes Swift River Investments, a family private equity office founded in 2005 by the James family. In addition, he worked with the founding team at Tyton Partners, a leading education, media and information services firm, helping grow their private equity, investment banking and strategic consulting divisions.

In aggregate, Schmitt has completed over 35 transactions worth over $700 million in enterprise value.

Tom Elliott

Executive Vice President | Property & Asset Services

Tom Elliott joined Energy Real Estate Solutions (ERES) in 2014 as a key member of the company’s asset services and construction management teams. Located in Williston, ND and Midland, TX, Tom specializes in helping clients with critical needs surrounding existing and planned facilities, including construction management, property and facilities management, vendor management, tenant relations, commercial and energy housing leasing services, and maintenance.

Tom currently oversees property and facilities management for over 5.5 million square feet across North and South American energy markets. He is also responsible for leading the team at ERES subsidiary Catalyst Construction, a service construction company in  Montana, North Dakota and Texas that encompasses over 120 million dollars in valuation projects for major energy and oil interests based in existing tertiary markets. Catalyst Construction specializes in, oil field maintenance, construction, pressure washing services, general contractor of ground up construction, and built-to-suit services. Tom has been the leader of construction projects that include, steel and tilt up commercial and industrial buildings, high rise tenant improvements, and multifamily properties.

As an FAA part 107 UAV (drone) pilot, Tom was responsible for launching a drone services division for ERES/Catalyst which specializes in delivering reports for the energy sector, insurance inspections, site inspections, construction and marketing video/photography for real estate and development.

The bulk of Tom’s career has been spent in extractive industries with a particular emphasis on mining. His experience spans the globe – having spent significant time in North and South America in various markets with significant drilling and mining activity.

Jillian Arena

Director of Marketing

Jillian joined ERES in February of 2022.  As Director of Marketing, she oversees all internal and external marketing activities including brand expression, marketplace positioning, thought leadership, business development investments, PR and media relations, social media, event management and corporate responsibility activities.  She is passionate about consistently elevating the ERES marketing program to ensure that client properties and projects receive maximum exposure within the CRE industry.

Prior to joining ERES, Jillian has owned, operated, and marketed two successful businesses and has helped countless clients grow and market their own brands as a small business coach. She has supported her clients from brand infancy to success through market awareness, strengthening visibility, content creation, network expansion, social media management, website design, and more.  She is also a published author.

Jillian attended the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale.  She currently lives in Jupiter, FL where she enjoys her family, all things nature, and yoga.  Jillian is actively involved in her community and is passionate about the environment and helping others to recognize and realize their ability to make an impact.

Jose Barreto

Director of Operations | Argentina

Jose Barreto Cardoza has over 10 years of experience managing projects through all phases including preconstruction, construction and closeout. His abilities to apply contracts and scope of work documents, prepare budgets, interface with clients and easily navigate & document unexpected changes within the project make him an integral part of the ERES team.

Jose joined ERES from Decsa Financial Services, Inc. where he also worked as a Project Manager.  His duties entailed cost analysis and control, the creation and presentation of financial progress reports, and on-site planning of activities, among other responsibilities.  His display of strong supervisory skills and the ability to effectively manage a team dynamic made him a strong addition to the Decsa company.

Prior to Decsa Financial Services, Jose worked for National Builders, S.A as a Project Manager.  Along with supervising the purchasing departments, warehouse, administration and field inspection, he also controlled all budgeting aspects of each individual project and the administration as a whole.   Through this position he was able to establish and maintain lasting working relationships with a variety of buyers, contractors, managers, and other key players. Additionally, his experience working as a Logistics & Operations Supervisor for Design Studio and Construction has given him a broad understanding of field operations and how to get a job done in a timely and efficient manner.

Jose has received his Industrial Engineering degree from Alonso de Ojeda University, as well as his professional certification in Construction Works from the Professional Technical Center, and his Building Inspector Management certification from Rafael Belloso Chacin University.  He is able to communicate fluently in both Spanish and English.

Robert Bradley

Managing Director | Investments & Development

Bob has over 40 years of experience in real estate and business acquisitions.  His extensive knowledge of all facets of real estate development provides ERES clients with a world class resource to guide them through projects of all sizes including both pre- and post-development challenges.  In addition to his work with ERES, Bob is the owner of Bradley Investors, a commercial real estate investment and management company located in Denver, CO.  Earlier in his career, he was a partner in Tycon Developers for over 15 years and participated in the development of over one million square feet of office space in the greater Washington, DC area.  During that time, he was also a partner in the law firm of Lewis, Mitchell & Moore, practicing in the tax, real estate and business fields.

Mike Elliott

Chief Executive Officer

Mike Elliott has over 28 years of experience in the real estate industry with proven success, both nationally and internationally, investing, developing, and serving clients in all commercial product types.

As Chief Executive Officer, Mike oversees the operations of both ERES Capital, LLC, the company’s full-service investment and development division, and the services portfolio of ERES Companies, providing brokerage, project management, property/facilities management, construction, and consulting.

Prior to the launch of ERES, Mike was a Senior Vice President and Managing Director at JLL,  where he founded and led their National Energy Facilities Group.  His experience included providing brokerage, project  management, capital markets, development and other related services to national and global energy firms.  Additionally, Mike served as the CEO and Founding Principal of Catalyst Real Estate Solutions and Grubb & Ellis | Catalyst, where he oversaw all operations of development, investments, brokerage, management and  consulting.

Mike received his Master’s of Real Estate and Construction Management and his BS in  Business Administration from the University of Denver. He is a licensed real estate broker  in Colorado, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Georgia.

Mike served as an Adjunct Professor in the University of Denver’s Real Estate and  Construction Management program where he taught Real Estate Finance in the  Undergraduate, Graduate and Executive Graduate programs. He previously served as Co-  Chair of the Advisory Board of University of Denver’s Burns School of Real Estate and  Construction Management, NAIOP Membership committee, and Denver Metro Commercial  Association of Realtors®.

Tom Bradley

President

Since its inception, ERES Companies (ERES) has experienced consistent revenue growth and dynamic brand expansion, both of which are a direct result of Tom Bradley’s leadership. As President and Co-Founder of ERES, Tom has worked tirelessly to develop a business model that drives success, while upholding a mission and culture focused on clients, partners, employees, and the community.

His core expertise is enabling investors, companies, and developers to establish, grow, and manage their real estate portfolios, particularly in high growth secondary markets where opportunity prevails but infrastructure and on-the-ground support may be scarce. His professional approach is based on consultation – offering best practices insight and holistic support to realize strategic goals. Through the application of well-researched benchmarking, he aims to help transform business functions and strengthen the projects and companies with which he works.

Early in his career, he was recruited to join CBRE with the unique task of helping to launch the firm’s Energy Facilities Group. While in this role, Tom was struck by an overwhelming need within the energy industry. Particularly in rural locations, executives were struggling with how to effectively navigate market conditions, understand the available real estate opportunities and solve issues stemming beyond brokerage. Thus, the concept of ERES’ early business model was born and in 2014 Tom joined his colleague, Mike Elliott, to launch ERES.

What started as a few people at a kitchen table with a big idea has transformed into a full-service commercial real estate firm. ERES has completed successful projects in 28 states and eight countries, expanded to twelve domestic and international office locations, and diversified to six dynamic divisions.

Tom’s deep consulting experience has provided the direction and fuel for this exponential growth. The firm has earned several industry recognitions including Denver Business Journal’s Fast 50 and Small Business Award as well as ColoradoBiz Magazine’s Top Family-Owned Business. This progress can be attributed, in part, to his steady investment in ERES’ core business units and cross-selling within ERES’ Fortune 500 client base. Professionally, Tom was recognized in 2020 as a top 40 Under 40 business executive by the Denver Business Journal

Kate Waggoner

Chief Operating Officer

Kate Waggoner joined ERES in 2018 as Chief Operating Officer, a new position within the firm. In this role, she oversees company-wide operations, human capital and business strategies across all office locations and worksites. Kate’s preliminary focus will be on aligning ERES corporate operational strategies and tools with the rapid growth the firm has experienced across the last several years, helping to stabilize an approach to client service, human capital and fiscal efficiency.

Leading operations for some of the largest commercial real estate firms in the industry, she has held a long and successful career helping companies align business and growth strategies with effective operation, financial and sales tactics. Before joining ERES, Kate served as the COO – U.S. Markets at JLL where she oversaw all operations, finance, human resources, legal, marketing, research and client care functions. Prior to that, she served in a variety of operational roles at CBRE, Inc., culminating as their Global Director of Operations.

In addition, Kate’s industry and personal accolades are far-reaching. She has been awarded as one of the Denver Business Journal’s Outstanding Women in Business and presented with the Colorado Women of Influence Award, among many others.

An avid equestrian, Kate resides in her beautiful hometown of Littleton, CO.

Tim Brekel

Executive Vice President | Project Management

Tim Brekel joined ERES in late 2015 to lead the company’s project management efforts.  Tim has over 20 years of experience orchestrating diverse construction projects and managing multidisciplinary teams in some of today’s most active energy markets.  His insight, hands-on-approach and ability to build and manage well-oiled teams will translate to an unparalleled level of efficiency and sophistication for ERES’ existing and future clients.

Tim joined ERES from CBRE’s Project Management Group where he managed over $80 million in project value.  Tim partnered with numerous large and mid-sized energy companies to manage construction projects from conception to completion including site analysis and due diligence management, procurement of design and construction teams, schedule and budget development, entitlements and design and construction management including cost and schedule control.

Prior to CBRE, Tim managed over $750 million in projects across his 14-year tenure as an owner at ARC Integrated Program Management.  His experience with ARC spanned a variety of industries including K-12 and higher education, hospitality, industrial, retail, and single and multi-family residential and included development and horizontal utility oversight.

Tim’s clients recognize his ability to provide insightful, diplomatic and efficient solutions to some of their most complex projects.  Throughout his career, Tim’s ability to turn a project into long-term customer-provider relationships differentiates him from others in the industry.

Tim attended the Colorado School of Mines and studied Civil and Mechanical Engineering and Mathematics.  He is a Certified Construction Manager by the Construction Management Association of America and is a member of the Council of Educational Facility Planners International, Construction Specification Institute, Institute of Internal Auditors and the US Green Building Council.  He is a LEED® Accredited Professional.

Dean Schmitt

Managing Director | ERES Capital

Dean Schmitt has over 12 years of experience across real estate, private equity, and investment advisory. At ERES Capital Schmitt helps manage and lead the newly launched investment and development platform. Before joining the ERES team, he was Managing Partner and Co-Founder of Third Wave Development, a real estate investment and development firm focused on hospitality, healthcare and education markets. Prior to that, Schmitt was COO and Partner at Campisano Capital, a hospitality focused real estate development and construction firm located in Louisville, KY, New York, NY and London.

Previous investment experience includes Swift River Investments, a family private equity office founded in 2005 by the James family. In addition, he worked with the founding team at Tyton Partners, a leading education, media and information services firm, helping grow their private equity, investment banking and strategic consulting divisions.

In aggregate, Schmitt has completed over 35 transactions worth over $700 million in enterprise value.

Harley Sisler

Vice President

Harley Sisler serves as Vice President at ERES Capital and is a third-generation real estate investor, contractor and entrepreneur. Prior to his time at ERES Capital, Sisler co-founded and was partner at Third Wave Development, a real estate investment and development firm focused on the hospitality, healthcare and education markets based out of New York, NY.

He formerly ran point on acquisitions, assemblage and development for Sisler Development Corporation where he oversaw the successful acquisitions of numerous urban in-fill assemblages and led the entitlement process of an approximate 475+ student beds and a 21-story mixed-use residential tower in downtown New Brunswick, NJ.

In addition to his real estate development role, Sisler directed operations of a 300+ bed, scattered site, off-campus housing portfolio at Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey.

Prior to his real estate career, Sisler spent five years at Morgan Stanley in NYC, where he managed client assets and liaised with Morgan Stanley’s private and investment banks.

He holds a BS in Business from the Calloway School of Business and Accountancy at Wake Forest University.

Michael Lapporte

Vice President | Acquisitions

Tom Elliott

Executive Vice President | Property & Asset Services

Tom Elliott joined Energy Real Estate Solutions (ERES) in 2014 as a key member of the company’s asset services and construction management teams. Located in Williston, ND and Midland, TX, Tom specializes in helping clients with critical needs surrounding existing and planned facilities, including construction management, property and facilities management, vendor management, tenant relations, commercial and energy housing leasing services, and maintenance.

Tom currently oversees property and facilities management for over 5.5 million square feet across North and South American energy markets. He is also responsible for leading the team at ERES subsidiary Catalyst Construction, a service construction company in  Montana, North Dakota and Texas that encompasses over 120 million dollars in valuation projects for major energy and oil interests based in existing tertiary markets. Catalyst Construction specializes in, oil field maintenance, construction, pressure washing services, general contractor of ground up construction, and built-to-suit services. Tom has been the leader of construction projects that include, steel and tilt up commercial and industrial buildings, high rise tenant improvements, and multifamily properties.

As an FAA part 107 UAV (drone) pilot, Tom was responsible for launching a drone services division for ERES/Catalyst which specializes in delivering reports for the energy sector, insurance inspections, site inspections, construction and marketing video/photography for real estate and development.

The bulk of Tom’s career has been spent in extractive industries with a particular emphasis on mining. His experience spans the globe – having spent significant time in North and South America in various markets with significant drilling and mining activity.

J.C. Garcia

Senior Project Manager

JC Garcia joined ERES in 2018 as Senior Project Manager, an essential member of the firm’s Project Management team. In this role he is client’s boots-on-the-ground representative during construction, directly responsible for overseeing projects of various sizes types and sizes from conceptual planning to eventual owner move-in and handover. Utilizing a background in Civil Engineering, JC continually exceeds client expectations by providing thoughtful and easy-to-understand solutions to very technical challenges.

Prior to ERES, JC served as Project Manager and Design Engineer of Record at Baird, Hampton & Brown, Inc., an engineering and surveying firm located in Fort Worth, TX. In his role for over 14 years, JC managed numerous construction projects including commercial, industrial, public utility, and municipal, and served as Owner’s Representative for various land development firms on several site development projects. In addition, JC’s background includes managing construction projects in the oil and gas industry ranging from $250K to $5M.

JC is fluent in Spanish and holds a Texas Professional Engineer License and a B.S. in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the University of Texas at Arlington. He is skilled in various Civil Engineering design software and experienced in a multitude of disciplines including land entitlement, water resources and conveyance systems, fluid mechanics, transportation engineering, and job site safety planning and implementation.

Austin Watson

Senior Project Manager

Robert Bradley

Managing Director | Investments & Development

Bob has over 40 years of experience in real estate and business acquisitions.  His extensive knowledge of all facets of real estate development provides ERES clients with a world class resource to guide them through projects of all sizes including both pre- and post-development challenges.  In addition to his work with ERES, Bob is the owner of Bradley Investors, a commercial real estate investment and management company located in Denver, CO.  Earlier in his career, he was a partner in Tycon Developers for over 15 years and participated in the development of over one million square feet of office space in the greater Washington, DC area.  During that time, he was also a partner in the law firm of Lewis, Mitchell & Moore, practicing in the tax, real estate and business fields.

Mike Elliott

Managing Broker

Mike Elliott has over 28 years of experience in the real estate industry with proven success, both nationally and internationally, investing, developing, and serving clients in all commercial product types.

As Chief Executive Officer, Mike oversees the operations of both ERES Capital, LLC, the company’s full-service investment and development division, and the services portfolio of ERES Companies, providing brokerage, project management, property/facilities management, construction, and consulting.

Prior to the launch of ERES, Mike was a Senior Vice President and Managing Director at JLL,  where he founded and led their National Energy Facilities Group.  His experience included providing brokerage, project  management, capital markets, development and other related services to national and global energy firms.  Additionally, Mike served as the CEO and Founding Principal of Catalyst Real Estate Solutions and Grubb & Ellis | Catalyst, where he oversaw all operations of development, investments, brokerage, management and  consulting.

Mike received his Master’s of Real Estate and Construction Management and his BS in  Business Administration from the University of Denver. He is a licensed real estate broker  in Colorado, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Georgia.

Mike served as an Adjunct Professor in the University of Denver’s Real Estate and  Construction Management program where he taught Real Estate Finance in the  Undergraduate, Graduate and Executive Graduate programs. He previously served as Co-  Chair of the Advisory Board of University of Denver’s Burns School of Real Estate and  Construction Management, NAIOP Membership committee, and Denver Metro Commercial  Association of Realtors®.

Tom Bradley

Managing Broker

Since its inception, ERES Companies (ERES) has experienced consistent revenue growth and dynamic brand expansion, both of which are a direct result of Tom Bradley’s leadership. As President and Co-Founder of ERES, Tom has worked tirelessly to develop a business model that drives success, while upholding a mission and culture focused on clients, partners, employees, and the community.

His core expertise is enabling investors, companies, and developers to establish, grow, and manage their real estate portfolios, particularly in high growth secondary markets where opportunity prevails but infrastructure and on-the-ground support may be scarce. His professional approach is based on consultation – offering best practices insight and holistic support to realize strategic goals. Through the application of well-researched benchmarking, he aims to help transform business functions and strengthen the projects and companies with which he works.

Early in his career, he was recruited to join CBRE with the unique task of helping to launch the firm’s Energy Facilities Group. While in this role, Tom was struck by an overwhelming need within the energy industry. Particularly in rural locations, executives were struggling with how to effectively navigate market conditions, understand the available real estate opportunities and solve issues stemming beyond brokerage. Thus, the concept of ERES’ early business model was born and in 2014 Tom joined his colleague, Mike Elliott, to launch ERES.

What started as a few people at a kitchen table with a big idea has transformed into a full-service commercial real estate firm. ERES has completed successful projects in 28 states and eight countries, expanded to twelve domestic and international office locations, and diversified to six dynamic divisions.

Tom’s deep consulting experience has provided the direction and fuel for this exponential growth. The firm has earned several industry recognitions including Denver Business Journal’s Fast 50 and Small Business Award as well as ColoradoBiz Magazine’s Top Family-Owned Business. This progress can be attributed, in part, to his steady investment in ERES’ core business units and cross-selling within ERES’ Fortune 500 client base. Professionally, Tom was recognized in 2020 as a top 40 Under 40 business executive by the Denver Business Journal

Chris DiBitetto

Managing Broker

Chris DiBitetto has over a decade of experience in the real estate industry. As Vice President and Managing Broker of Florida, Chris specializes in tenant/buyer representation, leasing advisory, investment sales, portfolio advisory & management, and strategic planning.  Chris is responsible for growing the full suite of ERES services with a focus on brokerage. He is licensed in Virginia, the District of Columbia and Florida.

Prior to joining ERES in 2023, Chris served as an associate director for over 7 years with NEWMARK in their Tysons, VA office serving the Washington DC Metro Region.  He has previously worked as an associate broker at Colliers International and, before beginning his career in commercial real estate, gained valuable experience in Washington as a litigation legal assistant for both a reputable Manhattan-based law firm and for the US Navy Judge Advocate General’s (JAG) Corps.

Chris holds a bachelor’s degree from the George Washington University and received his master’s degree in real estate finance from Georgetown University in 2013. He earned national recognition within the real estate industry with his capstone thesis, Sovereign Wealth Funds: Encouraging Foreign Investment in U.S. Real Estate, when it was published by The Association of Foreign Investors in Real Estate (AFIRE).

Chris has previously served as a co-chair with the BUILD Metro DC organization, a program offering entrepreneurship-based, experiential learning opportunities to youth in under-resourced communities

David Pearson

Broker

David Pearson joined ERES’ Midland office in 2018 to support the company’s Texas brokerage division, primarily focusing on business development and West Texas energy markets. Bringing over 15 years commercial brokerage experience, David specializes in the acquisition, disposition, development and maintenance of commercial and unimproved properties.

A highly engaged partner providing personalized client services, David’s greatest strength lies in his ability to identify, analyze and value commercial property opportunities that hold long-term appreciation potential and income stream generation.

David adds unique value to ERES brokerage clients due to his varied background and vast expertise in land acquisition evaluation, financial analysis, agriculture, and the oil and gas industry. Prior to joining ERES, David ran his own successful Lubbock-based brokerage firm, spent 15 years as a Principal Land Broker specializing in the acquisition, development and expansion of unimproved properties, and was Vice President at one of Texas’ largest bank holding companies servicing clients with credit needs from $10 to $100 million.

He currently and previously has served on many corporate boards including Vice Chairman of the Pension Committee for Cotton Incorporated, and Vice Chairman of the Board for Plains Cotton Cooperative Association for over 17 years where he was responsible for overseeing domestic and Central American operations

David attended Texas Tech University where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural Economics and a Master of Business Administration with a focus on Corporate and Real Estate Finance. He is currently a member of the North Texas Commercial Association of Realtors and has been a licensed real estate broker in Texas since 2005. He also has held broker licenses in Arkansas, New Mexico and Oklahoma.

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Joe Pierce

Vice President

Joe Pierce joined ERES as a Vice President and key member of its Brokerage team. His credentials include over 17 years of commercial real estate experience, first-hand knowledge of the energy industry and hands-on insight into key operational issues for businesses both large and small.

Joe has extensive expertise with both public and private developers and owners, and a deep understanding of a wide spectrum of property types including office, industrial, medical and land.  To date, he has led leasing efforts for nearly 60 properties totaling close to 7 million square feet and $300 million in gross revenue.  His experience includes landlord and tenant representation, build to suit projects, dispositions, contract negotiations and market analysis.

Over the last two decades, Joe has served in leadership positions for a variety of real estate firms and organizations geared toward oilfield and energy services.  His professional experience has given him on-the-ground exposure to some of the most active energy markets in the U.S. including Colorado, Wyoming and North Dakota.

Joe lives in Colorado with his wife and two sons.  He enjoys golf and coaching youth basketball and football.

Paul Lencioni

Broker

Paul Lencioni joined ERES’ Bozeman office in 2022.  His focus is on ERES brand development, tenant and landlord representation, and expanding the company portfolio of assets in the multifamily, hospitality, healthcare, and high-tech sectors.

A seasoned business executive and licensed broker in multiple states, Paul brings more than 25 years combined experience of executive, line management, and business development leadership to the ERES team.  Paul made the transition from Silicon Valley to Gallatin Valley in 2005.  Raising his four children in Montana, he developed a deep understanding of how rapid growth and economic development have shaped the rural state and the region at large.

Paul’s network is built upon trust and referrals.  His clients recognize him for both his service ethic and commitment, traits that he has carried into his role overseeing the project development and brokerage lines of ERES in the Bozeman market.

Paul attended the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (B.S. Engineering and Marketing), and the University of Southern California (Master, Business Administration).

Alonso Hernandez

Associate Broker

Alonso Hernandez is a dedicated real estate agent committed to optimizing investment returns while safeguarding clients’ interests.  As an associate broker at ERES, he offers comprehensive support throughout every stage of a client’s real estate journey.  Specializing in meticulous property analysis and providing invaluable insights into the market landscape, Alonso strives to deliver unparalleled value and support to his clients.

Hailing from the vibrant “Tall City” of Midland, TX, Alonso is deeply rooted in the region’s ethos of opportunity and growth.  His expertise spans diverse realms, from brokerage intricate sale-lease-back NNN properties to navigating residential sales, commercial leasing, and special purpose properties.  He approaches each transaction as a unique voyage, tackling the distinct complexities of every deal with diligence and integrity. Alonso is proud to have ranked in The Top 300 for the 2023 Permian Basin Real Producers, competing with 2,000 agents.

Outside of his real estate endeavors, Alonso finds joy in activities such as jiu-jitsu, weightlifting, and horseback riding.  He is actively involved in community initiatives, including volunteering with Habitat for Humanity to repair roofs for families in need.

Stephanie Corbett

Associate Broker

Stephanie Corbett joined ERES in early 2016.  In her role as transaction manager, she interfaces with ERES clients, buyers, tenants and other key parties to provide knowledgeable support throughout all stages of a transaction.

Prior to joining ERES, Stephanie was with Stanberry & Associates, a residential and commercial real estate firm based in Austin, TX.  While at Stanberry, Stephanie assisted clients and real estate brokers in all facets of the real estate listing process from completing listing agreements, leases and other critical documents, to marketing and integration with various listing software and business development tools.  She successfully implemented transaction training programs for brokers and other staff to ensure seamless client interactions and customer support.  While in Austin, she also served as the Chief of Staff for the President of the Austin Board of Realtors for several years.

Stephanie graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with degree in Advertising and Business Foundations.  She lives in Denver where she enjoys yoga and hiking.  Stephanie is an avid animal lover and supports many canine rescue organizations.

Cameron Webster

Associate Broker

Cameron Webster joined ERES in 2019 as a Transaction Manager, providing ERES clients, investors, tenants and other key parties with reliable, timely and efficient brokerage and financial support throughout all stages of a transaction.  Cameron has also held a Broker’s license in the state of Colorado since 2015 and, most recently in 2023 relocated to Montana where he received his Real Estate Professional licensing.

Cameron came to ERES with a successful background in commercial real estate, working for SVN, Perry & Co., and Griffis Residential in various brokerage and transactional support capacities. Over the past four years he most recently served as a Transaction Manager where he helped facilitate the closing of over 100 real estate transactions valued at over $120 million dollars. He also created Market Valuation for Lease and Sale Reports for over 150 properties across three continents for clients ranging from mom-and-pop to Fortune 50 companies. Additionally, he assisted ERES Capital with Excel and ARGUS modeling for cash flow projections of commercial assets.

Cameron earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from the University of Colorado Boulder and a Master of Science in Real Estate and the Built Environment from the University of Denver Daniels College of Business. In addition, he is a licensed real estate professional in Colorado and Montana, a member of the Bozeman Art Museum, Western Landowners Alliance, and the Dude Ranchers Association.

After almost a decade in Denver, CO Cameron now resides in his hometown of Bozeman, MT, and is passionate about historic preservation, western art, skiing, and horseback riding.

Sean McGrath

Transaction Manager

Sean joined ERES in 2021 with over 7 years of commercial real estate experience.  In his role as a Transaction Manager, he interfaces with ERES clients, buyers, tenants, and other key parties to provide support throughout the entire transaction process.  Prior to ERES, he served as Vice President at Vallejo Management which is a boutique commercial real estate firm in Denver. He oversaw management and development of the retail portfolio across Colorado.

Sean earned a BA in Economics and a Minor in Business from Colorado State University. He is a Colorado native who enjoys skiing, golfing, and spending time with his family.

Mallory Varney

Transaction Manager

Mallory Varney is originally from Omaha, NE but moved to the Denver area in 2015. Since graduating from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln in 2013 with her BS in Business Administration, she has been working in the commodities market and the commercial real estate industry across multiple states. During her time on the hedge desk for an international commodity trading company, she managed many high-level reporting processes and became the team lead during record-setting harvest seasons. Her career move into commercial real estate started in the retail sector completing key discovery research, site/space mapping, and final deal execution for projects of all sizes. She joined the ERES transaction management team in 2022 and has worked on real estate and capital research projects across the country.

Mallory enjoys spending her free time in Colorado hiking, playing volleyball, and volunteering for organizations that support adults with developmental disabilities. She enjoys traveling anywhere new, taking trips back to Nebraska, and being around friends and family.

Tim Brekel

Executive Vice President | Project Management

Tim Brekel joined ERES in late 2015 to lead the company’s project management efforts.  Tim has over 20 years of experience orchestrating diverse construction projects and managing multidisciplinary teams in some of today’s most active energy markets.  His insight, hands-on-approach and ability to build and manage well-oiled teams will translate to an unparalleled level of efficiency and sophistication for ERES’ existing and future clients.

Tim joined ERES from CBRE’s Project Management Group where he managed over $80 million in project value.  Tim partnered with numerous large and mid-sized energy companies to manage construction projects from conception to completion including site analysis and due diligence management, procurement of design and construction teams, schedule and budget development, entitlements and design and construction management including cost and schedule control.

Prior to CBRE, Tim managed over $750 million in projects across his 14-year tenure as an owner at ARC Integrated Program Management.  His experience with ARC spanned a variety of industries including K-12 and higher education, hospitality, industrial, retail, and single and multi-family residential and included development and horizontal utility oversight.

Tim’s clients recognize his ability to provide insightful, diplomatic and efficient solutions to some of their most complex projects.  Throughout his career, Tim’s ability to turn a project into long-term customer-provider relationships differentiates him from others in the industry.

Tim attended the Colorado School of Mines and studied Civil and Mechanical Engineering and Mathematics.  He is a Certified Construction Manager by the Construction Management Association of America and is a member of the Council of Educational Facility Planners International, Construction Specification Institute, Institute of Internal Auditors and the US Green Building Council.  He is a LEED® Accredited Professional.

Taylor Hayes

Vice President

Taylor Hayes has over 10 years of experience in Corporate Real Estate, Construction, and Lease/Property Administration.  Her problem-solving and decision-making abilities, along with her excellent strategic, analytical, and organizational skills make her a valuable addition to the ERES leadership team.

Prior to joining ERES in 2021, Taylor held several roles with ExxonMobil. She most recently served as their Unconventional Asset Portfolio Manager in charge of a corporate real estate portfolio consisting of 200 buildings spanning 17 US states, Canada, and Argentina.  Through this role she is also credited with managing over $85 million in construction projects and $126 million in real estate transactions.

Taylor’s unmatched level of integrity, adaptability, and motivation contribute greatly to her continued success in the real estate industry.

Christina Brekel

Director of Operations

Christina Brekel is an Assistant Project Manager with ERES’ Project Management team.  She brings an eclectic mix of project management, design, customer service and administrative experience to help ensure a seamless experience for ERES’ clients.

Christina’s career includes a variety of strategic project management roles.  During her tenure at ARC Integrated Program Management, she consulted with the Ritz-Carlton to improve brand expression and overall customer experience via improvements to various design, architectural and administrative elements.  In addition to the hospitality industry, she also has significant experience with single and multi-family residential and retail construction management and administration.  Her areas of expertise include warranty management, design and architectural administration, development and management of scopes of work, leasing, and serving as the primary liaison with key project stakeholders including superintendents, tenants and vendors.

Christina resides in Colorado with her husband, Tim, and two daughters Kayley and Rylie.  She is passionate about family and outdoor adventures, and is a member of the Parent Teacher Organization at her daughters’ school and a Board Member at their church.

Jose Barreto

Director of Operations | Argentina

Jose Barreto Cardoza has over 10 years of experience managing projects through all phases including preconstruction, construction and closeout. His abilities to apply contracts and scope of work documents, prepare budgets, interface with clients and easily navigate & document unexpected changes within the project make him an integral part of the ERES team.

Jose joined ERES from Decsa Financial Services, Inc. where he also worked as a Project Manager.  His duties entailed cost analysis and control, the creation and presentation of financial progress reports, and on-site planning of activities, among other responsibilities.  His display of strong supervisory skills and the ability to effectively manage a team dynamic made him a strong addition to the Decsa company.

Prior to Decsa Financial Services, Jose worked for National Builders, S.A as a Project Manager.  Along with supervising the purchasing departments, warehouse, administration and field inspection, he also controlled all budgeting aspects of each individual project and the administration as a whole.   Through this position he was able to establish and maintain lasting working relationships with a variety of buyers, contractors, managers, and other key players. Additionally, his experience working as a Logistics & Operations Supervisor for Design Studio and Construction has given him a broad understanding of field operations and how to get a job done in a timely and efficient manner.

Jose has received his Industrial Engineering degree from Alonso de Ojeda University, as well as his professional certification in Construction Works from the Professional Technical Center, and his Building Inspector Management certification from Rafael Belloso Chacin University.  He is able to communicate fluently in both Spanish and English.

J.C. Garcia

Senior Project Manager

JC Garcia joined ERES in 2018 as Senior Project Manager, an essential member of the firm’s Project Management team. In this role he is client’s boots-on-the-ground representative during construction, directly responsible for overseeing projects of various sizes types and sizes from conceptual planning to eventual owner move-in and handover. Utilizing a background in Civil Engineering, JC continually exceeds client expectations by providing thoughtful and easy-to-understand solutions to very technical challenges.

Prior to ERES, JC served as Project Manager and Design Engineer of Record at Baird, Hampton & Brown, Inc., an engineering and surveying firm located in Fort Worth, TX. In his role for over 14 years, JC managed numerous construction projects including commercial, industrial, public utility, and municipal, and served as Owner’s Representative for various land development firms on several site development projects. In addition, JC’s background includes managing construction projects in the oil and gas industry ranging from $250K to $5M.

JC is fluent in Spanish and holds a Texas Professional Engineer License and a B.S. in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the University of Texas at Arlington. He is skilled in various Civil Engineering design software and experienced in a multitude of disciplines including land entitlement, water resources and conveyance systems, fluid mechanics, transportation engineering, and job site safety planning and implementation.

Gregory Anderson

Senior Project Manager

Greg Anderson is a results-oriented Senior Project Manager with over 16 years of experience.  He plays a crucial role at ERES, effectively overseeing and managing various aspects of multiple projects simultaneously.  His strong organizational and interpersonal skills help to ensure that every final product directly support the goals of each unique client.

Prior to joining ERES, Greg served as a Senior Project Manager at WeWork in New York City.  Here he exemplified his skill in providing on-site leadership for the entire project team, consistently exceeding project goals and expectations, while also building trust and rapport with team members and clients alike.

Greg received his Bachelor of Arts in Business Management at St. Bonaventure University in New York.  He has also completed the Construction Project Management Course at NYU and received his Project Management Certificate from Georgetown University.

Russell Clark

Senior Project Manager

Russell Clark joined ERES’ Project Management Team to oversee their growing number of ventures in various sectors of the commercial real estate market.  His creativity, organization, and problem-solving abilities make him a valuable asset to ERES.

Russell’s 30 years of combined experience working as an architect, project manager, and property developer afford him a broad understanding of what it takes to execute a successful deal from start to finish.  Prior to joining ERES, Russell served as the Senior Project Manager to ECM International, Inc., heading project delivery for large public sector projects, including a 30-month construction deal valued at over $300 million.  Additionally, during his time as Senior Project Manager at Landry’s Development in Houston, TX, he has overseen the planning, design, and construction management of over 50 high-end restaurants throughout the U.S. and Canada.  This included the ground-up construction of two Houston restaurants, totaling over $20 million in site work and construction.

During his career, Russell has also overseen a variety of award-winning and complex projects, working directly with the City of Houston.  These projects include the construction of a $22 million, 2-level, underground garage, the $2 million rehabilitation of a 2-acre city park, the $165 million, 800,000 SF expansion of the city’s convention center, and the remodel and repairs of the performing arts facility, totaling over $10 million.

Russell’s clients appreciate his abilities to successfully orchestrate teams large and small, to think outside the box and provide creative solutions to dynamic problems, and to build rapport through consistency, collaboration, and communication.

Russell received his BS in Construction and Architectural Technology at the University of Southern Mississippi and went on to receive his Master of Architecture in Architecture at the University of Houston.

Austin Watson

Senior Project Manager

Lora Hall

Senior Project Manager

Lora Hall has proven to be a valuable asset to the ERES Project Management Team, utilizing impeccable organizational and communication skills to manage project development functions from beginning to end.  Her wealth of knowledge in all facets of the construction industry continually allows her to bring new insights and creative solutions to projects big and small.

Since 2004, Lora has filled several roles that contribute to her current success.  Prior to joining ERES, she served as the Senior Project Manager to two Fort Worth based companies, Trademark Property and Domeo Construction.  Here, she managed both general contractor and client construction from conception to final CO, which included effectively coordinating both the internal and external work force, overseeing project scope, budgets, and schedules, tracking milestones, and ensuring that projects were completed in a timely and efficient manner.  Additionally, Hall is the owner of Trinity Construction and has served as both an instructor and the Department Chair of Interior Design at Wade College, as well as the Director of Interior Design at GL Barron.

During her career, Lora has undertaken many sizeable and successful projects, totaling over $66 million, across the state of Texas.  These projects include the construction of a $5 million, 180-unit apartment complex, The Colony Apartments, in Victoria, the $4 million, 18,000 SF First United Methodist Church of Coppell, the $37.5 million, 172,000 SF Inspiring Body of Christ in Dallas, and the $800,000 3,000 SF Willow Creek Medical Facility in Weatherford.

Lora received her BA in Interior Design at The College of Architecture at the University of Oklahoma.

Chela Humber

Project Manager

Chela Humber has over 7 years of diversified experience in Construction Project Management, Facilities Planning, and Interior Design.  She adds value to the ERES team by consistently creating progressive office experiences, skillfully forecasting projects, and effectively managing teams of all sizes.

Prior to joining ERES, Chela served as a Construction Project Manager at Global Real Estate & Facilities SAP America.  During her time in this role, she headed the renovations of a 36,000 SF sales and developer acquisition facility in Birmingham, AL, a 15,000 SF new developer facility in Lake Mary, FL, and a 50,000 SF SAF “front runner” space in Reston, VA, to name a few.  Chela has been recognized as both the Herman Miller Classic award winner in 2019 and the recipient of the SAP Appreciate Award in 2020.

Chela received her BS in Interior Design at Philadelphia University in 2017 and went on to receive her MS in Construction Management from Jefferson University in 2021.

Tom Elliott

Executive Vice President | Property & Asset Services

Tom Elliott joined Energy Real Estate Solutions (ERES) in 2014 as a key member of the company’s asset services and construction management teams. Located in Williston, ND and Midland, TX, Tom specializes in helping clients with critical needs surrounding existing and planned facilities, including construction management, property and facilities management, vendor management, tenant relations, commercial and energy housing leasing services, and maintenance.

Tom currently oversees property and facilities management for over 5.5 million square feet across North and South American energy markets. He is also responsible for leading the team at ERES subsidiary Catalyst Construction, a service construction company in  Montana, North Dakota and Texas that encompasses over 120 million dollars in valuation projects for major energy and oil interests based in existing tertiary markets. Catalyst Construction specializes in, oil field maintenance, construction, pressure washing services, general contractor of ground up construction, and built-to-suit services. Tom has been the leader of construction projects that include, steel and tilt up commercial and industrial buildings, high rise tenant improvements, and multifamily properties.

As an FAA part 107 UAV (drone) pilot, Tom was responsible for launching a drone services division for ERES/Catalyst which specializes in delivering reports for the energy sector, insurance inspections, site inspections, construction and marketing video/photography for real estate and development.

The bulk of Tom’s career has been spent in extractive industries with a particular emphasis on mining. His experience spans the globe – having spent significant time in North and South America in various markets with significant drilling and mining activity.

Michael Cleveland

Vice President | Facilities Management

Michael Cleveland joined ERES Companies in 2021 from Exxon Mobil where he was the Building Operations Manager. During his 15 years there he worked in the Facilities/Operations group and later managed multiple teams including Housekeeping, Mail Room, Electronic Security and Facilities Maintenance. Prior to Exxon he spent 10 years in the commercial/industrial electrical trade. During that time, he managed all phases of several multi-million-dollar projects and obtained his master electrical license.

Michael currently assists in overseeing property and facilities management for 5.5 million square feet across the North America and South American energy markets. His team concentrates on property and facilities management, vendor management, tenant relations, project management, cost tracking, and maintenance. Their goal is to find safe and efficient solutions to all facility and property management needs.

Jennifer Koehlinger

Operations Manager

Jennifer Koehlinger began her career with ERES in 2017.  Her extensive background in customer service and willingness to go the extra mile for every client have made her a valuable asset to the entire ERES Project Management team.

Jennifer’s strong organizational and interpersonal skills, partnered with her positive attitude and tenacity, quickly escalated her into a property management position overseeing a 168-unit complex.  She went on to serve as ERES’s Assistant Regional Manager, participating in the growing Property Management division through the acquisition of a 6-property portfolio in December of 2021.  From there, Jennifer continued to impress, receiving a promotion to Operations Manager in 2020 and, eventually, elevating to her current role as the Director of the ERES Property Management division.

Originally from upstate New York, Jennifer now lives in Fort Wayne, IN with her husband and two children.

Tom Elliott

Executive Vice President | Property & Asset Services

Tom Elliott joined Energy Real Estate Solutions (ERES) in 2014 as a key member of the company’s asset services and construction management teams. Located in Williston, ND and Midland, TX, Tom specializes in helping clients with critical needs surrounding existing and planned facilities, including construction management, property and facilities management, vendor management, tenant relations, commercial and energy housing leasing services, and maintenance.

Tom currently oversees property and facilities management for over 5.5 million square feet across North and South American energy markets. He is also responsible for leading the team at ERES subsidiary Catalyst Construction, a service construction company in  Montana, North Dakota and Texas that encompasses over 120 million dollars in valuation projects for major energy and oil interests based in existing tertiary markets. Catalyst Construction specializes in, oil field maintenance, construction, pressure washing services, general contractor of ground up construction, and built-to-suit services. Tom has been the leader of construction projects that include, steel and tilt up commercial and industrial buildings, high rise tenant improvements, and multifamily properties.

As an FAA part 107 UAV (drone) pilot, Tom was responsible for launching a drone services division for ERES/Catalyst which specializes in delivering reports for the energy sector, insurance inspections, site inspections, construction and marketing video/photography for real estate and development.

The bulk of Tom’s career has been spent in extractive industries with a particular emphasis on mining. His experience spans the globe – having spent significant time in North and South America in various markets with significant drilling and mining activity.

Fabian Torres

Regional Manager

Mike Elliott

Chief Executive Officer

Mike Elliott has over 28 years of experience in the real estate industry with proven success, both nationally and internationally, investing, developing, and serving clients in all commercial product types.

As Chief Executive Officer, Mike oversees the operations of both ERES Capital, LLC, the company’s full-service investment and development division, and the services portfolio of ERES Companies, providing brokerage, project management, property/facilities management, construction, and consulting.

Prior to the launch of ERES, Mike was a Senior Vice President and Managing Director at JLL,  where he founded and led their National Energy Facilities Group.  His experience included providing brokerage, project  management, capital markets, development and other related services to national and global energy firms.  Additionally, Mike served as the CEO and Founding Principal of Catalyst Real Estate Solutions and Grubb & Ellis | Catalyst, where he oversaw all operations of development, investments, brokerage, management and  consulting.

Mike received his Master’s of Real Estate and Construction Management and his BS in  Business Administration from the University of Denver. He is a licensed real estate broker  in Colorado, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Georgia.

Mike served as an Adjunct Professor in the University of Denver’s Real Estate and  Construction Management program where he taught Real Estate Finance in the  Undergraduate, Graduate and Executive Graduate programs. He previously served as Co-  Chair of the Advisory Board of University of Denver’s Burns School of Real Estate and  Construction Management, NAIOP Membership committee, and Denver Metro Commercial  Association of Realtors®.

Tom Bradley

President

Since its inception, ERES Companies (ERES) has experienced consistent revenue growth and dynamic brand expansion, both of which are a direct result of Tom Bradley’s leadership. As President and Co-Founder of ERES, Tom has worked tirelessly to develop a business model that drives success, while upholding a mission and culture focused on clients, partners, employees, and the community.

His core expertise is enabling investors, companies, and developers to establish, grow, and manage their real estate portfolios, particularly in high growth secondary markets where opportunity prevails but infrastructure and on-the-ground support may be scarce. His professional approach is based on consultation – offering best practices insight and holistic support to realize strategic goals. Through the application of well-researched benchmarking, he aims to help transform business functions and strengthen the projects and companies with which he works.

Early in his career, he was recruited to join CBRE with the unique task of helping to launch the firm’s Energy Facilities Group. While in this role, Tom was struck by an overwhelming need within the energy industry. Particularly in rural locations, executives were struggling with how to effectively navigate market conditions, understand the available real estate opportunities and solve issues stemming beyond brokerage. Thus, the concept of ERES’ early business model was born and in 2014 Tom joined his colleague, Mike Elliott, to launch ERES.

What started as a few people at a kitchen table with a big idea has transformed into a full-service commercial real estate firm. ERES has completed successful projects in 28 states and eight countries, expanded to twelve domestic and international office locations, and diversified to six dynamic divisions.

Tom’s deep consulting experience has provided the direction and fuel for this exponential growth. The firm has earned several industry recognitions including Denver Business Journal’s Fast 50 and Small Business Award as well as ColoradoBiz Magazine’s Top Family-Owned Business. This progress can be attributed, in part, to his steady investment in ERES’ core business units and cross-selling within ERES’ Fortune 500 client base. Professionally, Tom was recognized in 2020 as a top 40 Under 40 business executive by the Denver Business Journal

Kate Waggoner

Chief Operating Officer

Kate Waggoner joined ERES in 2018 as Chief Operating Officer, a new position within the firm. In this role, she oversees company-wide operations, human capital and business strategies across all office locations and worksites. Kate’s preliminary focus will be on aligning ERES corporate operational strategies and tools with the rapid growth the firm has experienced across the last several years, helping to stabilize an approach to client service, human capital and fiscal efficiency.

Leading operations for some of the largest commercial real estate firms in the industry, she has held a long and successful career helping companies align business and growth strategies with effective operation, financial and sales tactics. Before joining ERES, Kate served as the COO – U.S. Markets at JLL where she oversaw all operations, finance, human resources, legal, marketing, research and client care functions. Prior to that, she served in a variety of operational roles at CBRE, Inc., culminating as their Global Director of Operations.

In addition, Kate’s industry and personal accolades are far-reaching. She has been awarded as one of the Denver Business Journal’s Outstanding Women in Business and presented with the Colorado Women of Influence Award, among many others.

An avid equestrian, Kate resides in her beautiful hometown of Littleton, CO.

Tim Brekel

Executive Vice President | Project Management

Tim Brekel joined ERES in late 2015 to lead the company’s project management efforts.  Tim has over 20 years of experience orchestrating diverse construction projects and managing multidisciplinary teams in some of today’s most active energy markets.  His insight, hands-on-approach and ability to build and manage well-oiled teams will translate to an unparalleled level of efficiency and sophistication for ERES’ existing and future clients.

Tim joined ERES from CBRE’s Project Management Group where he managed over $80 million in project value.  Tim partnered with numerous large and mid-sized energy companies to manage construction projects from conception to completion including site analysis and due diligence management, procurement of design and construction teams, schedule and budget development, entitlements and design and construction management including cost and schedule control.

Prior to CBRE, Tim managed over $750 million in projects across his 14-year tenure as an owner at ARC Integrated Program Management.  His experience with ARC spanned a variety of industries including K-12 and higher education, hospitality, industrial, retail, and single and multi-family residential and included development and horizontal utility oversight.

Tim’s clients recognize his ability to provide insightful, diplomatic and efficient solutions to some of their most complex projects.  Throughout his career, Tim’s ability to turn a project into long-term customer-provider relationships differentiates him from others in the industry.

Tim attended the Colorado School of Mines and studied Civil and Mechanical Engineering and Mathematics.  He is a Certified Construction Manager by the Construction Management Association of America and is a member of the Council of Educational Facility Planners International, Construction Specification Institute, Institute of Internal Auditors and the US Green Building Council.  He is a LEED® Accredited Professional.

Tom Elliott

Executive Vice President | Property & Asset Services

Tom Elliott joined Energy Real Estate Solutions (ERES) in 2014 as a key member of the company’s asset services and construction management teams. Located in Williston, ND and Midland, TX, Tom specializes in helping clients with critical needs surrounding existing and planned facilities, including construction management, property and facilities management, vendor management, tenant relations, commercial and energy housing leasing services, and maintenance.

Tom currently oversees property and facilities management for over 5.5 million square feet across North and South American energy markets. He is also responsible for leading the team at ERES subsidiary Catalyst Construction, a service construction company in  Montana, North Dakota and Texas that encompasses over 120 million dollars in valuation projects for major energy and oil interests based in existing tertiary markets. Catalyst Construction specializes in, oil field maintenance, construction, pressure washing services, general contractor of ground up construction, and built-to-suit services. Tom has been the leader of construction projects that include, steel and tilt up commercial and industrial buildings, high rise tenant improvements, and multifamily properties.

As an FAA part 107 UAV (drone) pilot, Tom was responsible for launching a drone services division for ERES/Catalyst which specializes in delivering reports for the energy sector, insurance inspections, site inspections, construction and marketing video/photography for real estate and development.

The bulk of Tom’s career has been spent in extractive industries with a particular emphasis on mining. His experience spans the globe – having spent significant time in North and South America in various markets with significant drilling and mining activity.

Jillian Arena

Director of Marketing

Jillian joined ERES in February of 2022.  As Director of Marketing, she oversees all internal and external marketing activities including brand expression, marketplace positioning, thought leadership, business development investments, PR and media relations, social media, event management and corporate responsibility activities.  She is passionate about consistently elevating the ERES marketing program to ensure that client properties and projects receive maximum exposure within the CRE industry.

Prior to joining ERES, Jillian has owned, operated, and marketed two successful businesses and has helped countless clients grow and market their own brands as a small business coach. She has supported her clients from brand infancy to success through market awareness, strengthening visibility, content creation, network expansion, social media management, website design, and more.  She is also a published author.

Jillian attended the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale.  She currently lives in Jupiter, FL where she enjoys her family, all things nature, and yoga.  Jillian is actively involved in her community and is passionate about the environment and helping others to recognize and realize their ability to make an impact.

Jayde Bonnell

HR & Operations Specialist

Jayde Bonnell joined ERES in early 2020.  In her role as Human Resources Specialist, she implements a pragmatic approach to talent acquisition, employment enhancement, and legal compliance solutions.

Having started her career in customer-centric roles, Jayde harnessed the importance of employee engagement and relations.  She is continuing her education with the everchanging People Operations Leaders to help ERES utilize the power of one of their most valuable assets – their employees.  She is dedicated to aligning corporate culture and employees with business growth and success.

Jayde enjoys spending her free time traveling and creating memories with her family and friends.

Tamara Busch

Accounting

Tamara Busch joined ERES in the beginning of 2022 as Accounting Operations Manager. In this role she works with and coordinates AP, AR, cash management and accounting functions within all areas of the company.

Prior to joining ERES, Tamara managed the treasury department at Gemini Rosemont Commercial Real Estate, a real estate investment company focusing on the acquisition and management of Class A multi-tenant office properties located in coastal gateway, secondary, and certain tertiary markets. During her time at Gemini Rosemont, her role centered on processes and controls, managing cash flow, and banking relationships. She led the implementation of a treasury management system to improve funding processes and visibility into cash reporting.

Tamara is a Certified Treasury Professional accredited through the Association of Finance Professionals and holds an Accredited Payable Manager certification through the Institute of Finance and Management. She brings with her a wealth of knowledge and experience in managing accounts payable and cash management in various business sectors including manufacturing, healthcare, construction, and real estate

Amy Walker

Executive Assistant

Amy Walker joined ERES in 2021 as an Executive Assistant. In this role, she provides strategic business partnership, complex administrative support, and project coordination for the ERES Executive team. Amy has over 15 years’ client services experience in the commercial real estate industry. Before joining ERES, Amy served as a Regional Manager of Client Services at CBRE where she oversaw brokerage support personnel across Colorado and San Diego. Prior to that, she worked with numerous commercial brokerage lines, including Land Services, providing operational, administrative, and marketing support for a cumulative transactional volume that exceed $1 billon.

Amy enjoys spending her free time in Colorado hiking, trail running and traveling with her husband and two dogs.

Brittany Bentley

Executive Assistant