Our Team
Leadership Team
At Bainbridge, our leadership is defined by a shared commitment to excellence, innovation, and integrity. With over 200 years of combined principal experience, our seasoned team of professionals brings unparalleled expertise in multifamily development, asset management, construction, acquisitions, investments, and property management. Guided by a forward-thinking approach and a passion for creating vibrant communities, we strive to elevate the standard of living for residents while delivering lasting value for investors and partners. Our leaders are hands-on, accountable, and dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships that drive success. Together, we are shaping the future of multifamily living, one exceptional community at a time.

Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Managing Principal
Richard Schechter
Richard Schechter is the Founder and Chairman of The Bainbridge Companies, bringing nearly five decades of real estate development, ownership, and investment experience to the organization. He developed his first mixed-use project in 1976 and his first mid-rise apartment community in 1978, establishing a long-standing career defined by large-scale execution and strategic vision.

Since founding Bainbridge in 1997, Richard has overseen the supervision, acquisition, development, and management of more than $8 billion in multifamily rental housing, totaling over 40,000 units across multiple markets. His background includes service as Chief Operating Officer of R.M.S. Partners, a developer and operator of office and multifamily assets in Florida and Washington, D.C., and as President of Bainbridge Financial Corporation, an investment and asset management advisory firm.
In addition to his extensive experience in commercial and multifamily development, ownership, and management, Richard has deep expertise in structuring large-scale real estate financing, including REIT programs and other publicly partnered vehicles.
He holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Clarkson University and a Juris Doctorate from Syracuse University College of Law.
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Brian Doppelt
Executive Vice President, Chief Legal OfficerBrian Doppelt serves as Executive Vice President and Chief Legal Officer for The Bainbridge Companies, overseeing the firm’s investment management platform as well as all legal, governance, compliance, and risk-management functions. He also plays an integral role in corporate strategy, working closely with senior leadership to guide decision-making and support platform growth.
With nearly 15 years of multifamily, transactional, and legal experience, Brian has been a key contributor to more than $4 billion in acquisitions, developments, joint ventures, funds, and dispositions since joining Bainbridge in 2016.
Prior to Bainbridge, he clerked for a U.S. District Court judge and practiced at a Manhattan-based white-collar and securities litigation firm, representing developers, operators, and investors in complex financial matters. Brian earned his Bachelor of Arts from Colgate University and his Juris Doctor from the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, where he was a member of the Moot Court Honor Society.
He is licensed to practice law in New York and certified as authorized in-house counsel in Florida and is active within the National Multifamily Housing Council and several civic and charitable organizations. Outside of work, he enjoys time with his wife, three children, and their two dogs, along with live music, tennis, and skiing.
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Chris Phillips
Executive Vice President, Chief Financial OfficerChris Phillips serves as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for The Bainbridge Companies, overseeing all finance and accounting functions, financial reporting, business planning, and corporate operations. With more than 30 years of industry experience, he leads the firm’s financial strategy, including capital planning, forecasting, treasury management, and operational oversight.
Chris has supported more than $10 billion in real estate transactions throughout his career, with expertise spanning financing, capital raising, tax structuring, fund accounting, and fair market valuations. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of North Texas and is a Certified Public Accountant.
Before joining Bainbridge in 2018, Chris served in several senior financial roles across the commercial real estate and multifamily sectors, including CFO of Kayne Anderson Real Estate, Principal of Accounting and Finance at Transwestern Investment Group, and CFO of The Milestone Group, where he led the finance team through a Canadian IPO exceeding $1 billion in assets. He also held leadership roles with Starwood Capital Group, Westbrook Partners (Rockpoint), and Trammell Crow Companies.
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Marcie Williams
Chief Strategy OfficerMarcie Williams serves as Chief Strategy Officer for The Bainbridge Companies, overseeing Operations, Brand, Culture, and Growth. With more than 30 years of industry leadership, she brings extensive expertise in property management, executive strategy, business development, and organizational advancement.
Marcie holds multiple professional designations, including Certified Apartment Portfolio Supervisor (CAPS) and Certified Property Manager (CPM®). She has played a significant leadership role within the Greater Charlotte Apartment Association, serving as Board President, Board Member, and a founding member of both the Education Foundation and Education Advisory Council. She also serves on the UNC-Charlotte Childress Klein Center for Real Estate Advisory Board.
Her career achievements have earned widespread industry recognition, including the GCAA’s Lex Marsh Award (Lifetime Achievement), Volunteer of the Year, Instructor of the Year, and induction into the President’s Circle in 2024. She was inducted into the AANC Hall of Fame in 2021 and has been honored as a Women in Business Award recipient (2019), a Most Admired CEO (2020, 2021), a Globe St. Multifamily Influencer, and a Connect CRE Women in Real Estate Award winner.
Marcie is an active member of IREM, ULI, and serves on the Membership Committee for NMHC. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
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Mark Stewart
Senior Vice President, Chief Investment OfficerMark Stewart serves as Senior Vice President and Chief Investment Officer for The Bainbridge Companies, bringing more than 20 years of experience to his leadership of transaction underwriting, capitalization, and execution. He is also a key member of Bainbridge’s Investment Committee.
Mark’s background spans the East Coast and Texas, where he has held leadership roles as a consultant, intermediary, and principal on more than $5 billion in real estate transactions. He holds an MBA from the Georgia Institute of Technology and a Bachelor of Arts from Randolph-Macon College, and he is an active member of ULI and its Capital Markets Committee.
Prior to joining Bainbridge in 2018, Mark served as Regional Chief Financial Officer for Alliance Residential Company, where he contributed to operational strategy and led efforts to source and secure equity and debt for new developments.
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Alex Panzeri
President, ConstructionAlex Panzeri serves as President of The Bainbridge Companies, leading the planning and execution of all new development initiatives across the organization. He brings more than 30 years of multifamily development and construction experience, overseeing pursuits, due diligence, preconstruction, and full project execution.
Throughout his career, Alex has successfully delivered more than 15,000 apartment homes across a wide range of building types and construction methods, establishing a strong track record of high-quality, large-scale community development.
Prior to joining Bainbridge, he served as Managing Director for Wood Partners and held Vice President of Construction roles with Trammell Crow Residential, Equity Residential, and ZOM Living. Alex is a graduate of the University of Bridgeport and Wentworth Institute, where he studied Civil and Highway Engineering Technology, and he holds general contractor licenses in Florida and Tennessee.
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Bob Thollander
President, DevelopmentBob Thollander serves as President of Development for Florida, leading the sourcing and execution of real estate development projects across the state. His responsibilities span the full development lifecycle, including site identification, land acquisition, entitlements, project design, financial modeling, permitting, capitalization, construction oversight, marketing, lease-up, and disposition.
Since joining Bainbridge, he has initiated the acquisition and development of more than 3,000 multifamily units. With nearly two decades of experience representing major equity investors, Bob previously served as Florida Regional Development Partner, overseeing multifamily land acquisition, entitlements, and construction supervision.
His earlier career includes development management with Oxford Development Corporation and consulting with Laventhol & Horwath. Bob holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance and an MBA with concentrations in Finance and Economics, both from the University of South Florida.
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Jake Wright
President, Capital MarketsJake serves as President of Capital Markets for The Bainbridge Companies, overseeing all analysis, market research, underwriting, and capital markets execution for acquisitions, developments, and dispositions. With more than 18 years of multifamily experience, he leads the financial strategy supporting Bainbridge’s investment and development platforms.
During his tenure, Jake has played a central role in sourcing, capitalizing, and executing more than $7.2 billion in acquisitions and developments, representing over 34,000 multifamily units. He is a member of the firm’s Investment Committee and the National Multifamily Housing Council.
Jake holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Gettysburg College, graduating cum laude, where he was a Presidential Scholar and member of the Omicron Delta Epsilon economics honor society. Before joining Bainbridge in 2007, he served as a senior underwriter for Provident Funding.
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Julie Shannon
Senior Vice President, Human ResourcesJulie Shannon serves as Senior Vice President of Human Resources for The Bainbridge Companies, bringing more than 20 years of experience to her leadership of compensation and HR systems, employee and labor relations, benefits, HR strategy, and regulatory compliance.
She oversees all core HR functions that support Bainbridge’s people, operations, and organizational goals. Julie has held multiple roles throughout her tenure at Bainbridge, overseeing labor and employee relations, compliance, payroll and benefits administration, and HR support for acquisitions, dispositions, and budget preparation.
Her deep institutional knowledge and cross-functional experience make her a key partner across the organization. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the State University of New York at Potsdam and the University of Seville in Spain and is an active member of SHRM and HCI.
Before joining Bainbridge in 1998, Julie worked in the multifamily industry in roles spanning new-construction pre-leasing, marketing outreach, accounting, and executive support for the CEO and President of Development.
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Greg Cavanaugh
Senior Vice President, Development, Mid-AtlanticGreg brings more than 15 years of experience to his role as Senior Vice President of Development. He is responsible for sourcing and overseeing the execution of all Bainbridge development projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.
Greg’s expertise and focus expands across Washington, DC, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Northern Virginia. Throughout his career, Greg has been involved in the origination, financing, development, and construction of more than 2,400 units with a total capitalization in excess of $500 million.
He holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of North Carolina’s Kenan-Flagler Business School and a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Maryland, College Park. Greg is an active member of the Urban Land Institute and NAIOP.
Before joining Bainbridge, Greg was the Vice President of Development in Wood Partners’ Mid-Atlantic office. He began his career at a large, regional construction firm where he held construction management and estimating positions.
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Shaun Fink
Senior Vice President, Asset ManagementShaun Fink serves as Vice President, overseeing Bainbridge’s portfolio of new developments, acquisitions, and select third-party management engagements. He brings extensive experience in asset management, operations, and investment strategy across major U.S. markets.
Before joining Bainbridge, Shaun spent seven years as Vice President of Asset Management at ZOM Living, where he built and led the company’s asset management platform, oversaw operations for all developed projects, and supported underwriting and evaluation of new opportunities. Prior to ZOM, he served in a similar capacity with Wood Partners, managing asset performance across the Central Region, including major Texas markets, Denver, and Chicago.
He began his real estate career as a Financial and Acquisitions Analyst with Pierce Education Properties, focusing on student-housing acquisitions. Shaun holds a Master of Business Administration in Finance, with a concentration in Real Estate Finance, from San Diego State University. He is also a member of the National Multifamily Housing Council.
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Paul Momberger
Senior Vice President, Development, FloridaPaul Momberger serves as Senior Vice President of Development for The Bainbridge Companies in the Florida region, where he helps lead land acquisition, project planning, and development execution across key multifamily communities. Over his 10 years with Bainbridge, Paul has contributed to the company’s growth strategy by guiding project programming, feasibility analysis, and coordination across design and development teams.
With a background rooted in 30 years in multi-disciplinary design and planning, Paul brings a thoughtful intersection of aesthetic, regulatory, and operational insight to the development process. His academic focus on landscape architecture and urban planning at the University of Florida informs his approach to community-oriented, site-responsive multifamily development.
Throughout his tenure at Bainbridge, Paul has played an active role in advancing high-quality residential projects across Florida and fostering cross-disciplinary collaboration that balances market needs with built environment excellence.
Paul holds a degree from the University of Florida and is engaged with professional networks that support design-led community development.
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David Nimitz
Senior Vice President, Capital MarketsDavid serves as Senior Vice President of Capital Markets for The Bainbridge Companies, where he sources acquisitions and leads all financial analysis and underwriting for ground-up developments, acquisitions, and dispositions.
He brings more than seven years of experience in multifamily investment strategy and execution and has underwritten, capitalized, and supported the execution of more than $1.7 billion in acquisitions and developments totaling over 8,500 units.
David holds a Bachelor of Science in Commerce with concentrations in Finance and Accounting from the University of Virginia’s McIntire School and is both a CPA and CFA Charterholder. Prior to joining Bainbridge in 2015, he worked within AvalonBay’s investments platform and began his career at PwC in the structured finance and real estate group.
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Adam Robinson
Senior Vice President, Development, Carolinas RegionAdam Robinson serves as Senior Vice President of Development for The Bainbridge Companies, leading the sourcing, underwriting, and execution of multifamily development projects across the Carolinas and the broader Southeast.
He oversees the full development lifecycle, from site acquisition and entitlements to design coordination, capitalization, and project delivery, supporting Bainbridge’s strategic expansion in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Georgia.
With more than 18 years of multifamily development experience, Adam has been involved in the origination, financing, development, and disposition of more than 2,500 units totaling over $750 million. He brings strong expertise in ground-up development, market strategy, financial structuring, and large-scale project execution.
Before joining Bainbridge, Adam served as Managing Director of Development for Waypoint Residential, where he launched and led the firm’s Charlotte office and regional development platform. He began his career in acquisitions and development with Primerica Group One and Ryan Companies.
Adam holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from the University of Michigan, graduating cum laude, and is an active member of the Urban Land Institute.
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Sanford Fox
Controller, Chief Accounting OfficerSanford Fox serves as Controller and Chief Accounting Officer for The Bainbridge Companies, bringing more than 38 years of experience to his leadership of all financial operations across the corporate, property management, construction, and development platforms. He oversees accounting integrity, financial controls, reporting, and compliance for the enterprise.
Sanford’s background spans multiple facets of accounting and asset management, including building a successful tax and accounting practice and providing acquisition, operations, and disposition consulting for hotel and restaurant groups. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Business from the University of Kansas and is a Certified Public Accountant.
Before joining Bainbridge in 2012, Sanford held senior roles within the multifamily industry, including Corporate Controller of Real Estate for KB Holdings and Controller and Director of Financial Services for Atlantic and Pacific Management. Earlier in his career, he served as Corporate Controller and Asset Manager for Selco and Kansas City Café Company, overseeing financial operations for hotel and restaurant portfolios.
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Tony Lopez
Chief Information OfficerTony Lopez serves as Chief Information Officer for The Bainbridge Companies, overseeing the firm’s IT infrastructure, strategic technology planning, and enterprise-wide systems. He leads all day-to-day technology operations, including IT support, cybersecurity, cloud systems, hardware procurement, and technology onboarding for new property takeovers, while managing Bainbridge’s third-party technology partnerships.
As a member of the Executive Team, Tony also directs Disaster Recovery planning and resilience strategies for the organization. With more than 19 years of experience, he has held technology leadership roles with organizations such as IBM, Lennar, VITAS Healthcare, and The Related Group, bringing deep expertise in digital transformation, cloud architecture, and cybersecurity.
Tony holds a B.S. in Computer Science and a Master’s degree in Finance, and he proudly served in the U.S. Air Force. Outside of work, he is passionate about leveraging technology to elevate living environments and drive operational excellence.
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Jon Chapman
Vice President, OperationsJon Chapman serves as Vice President of Operations for The Bainbridge Companies, bringing more than 25 years of real estate property management experience and a strong track record of operational excellence.
He joined Bainbridge in 2022 as a Regional Manager and has since advanced through multiple leadership roles. His experience spans new-construction lease-ups, large-scale renovations and repositioning, and the oversight of multifamily portfolios across Florida, Texas, South Carolina, and Georgia.
Jon’s expertise includes financial performance management, marketing strategy, capital improvements, asset repositioning, and physical asset operations. He is committed to developing high-impact teams and delivering strong results for residents, investors, and the Bainbridge platform.
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Mary Chesley
Vice President, Treasury OperationsMary Chesley serves as Vice President of Treasury Operations for The Bainbridge Companies. She joined Bainbridge in 2020 as Treasury Manager, later becoming Director of Treasury Operations before moving into her current role in 2024.
Mary oversees day-to-day treasury and banking functions, including the opening, closing, and administration of corporate, development, construction, and property bank accounts. She also manages the property petty cash system, corporate credit card program, and other routine treasury processes.
Her background includes several years in hotel management and seven years with Ocwen Financial, now Onity, where she worked as a Treasury Supervisor and Cash Management Analyst handling high-volume daily transactions.
She enjoys traveling and volunteering with local organizations and is known within the Wellington office for coordinating monthly employee activities.
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Aaron Croyle
Vice President, ConstructionAaron Croyle serves as Vice President of Construction for The Bainbridge Companies, overseeing all self-perform construction operations and multi-state project teams. With more than 20 years of multifamily experience, he leads project execution and standardizes procedures to strengthen efficiency and delivery across Bainbridge’s construction platform.
Before joining Bainbridge in 2022, Aaron spent 18 years with Wood Partners, most recently as Vice President of Construction for Florida, delivering major communities across Orlando, Tampa, and South Florida. His background also includes high-rise work in Los Angeles and Miami and urban infill projects in Northern California.
He holds a Master’s degree in Construction Engineering and Management from Georgia Tech and a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Florida.
Outside of work, Aaron enjoys archery with his daughter, baseball with his son, and unwavering loyalty to Cleveland sports.
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Adam DeRiso
Vice President, Capital Markets & TransactionsAdam DeRiso serves as Vice President of Capital Markets & Transactions for The Bainbridge Companies, leading financial analysis, market research, and capital markets execution for acquisitions and new developments.
He oversees sourcing and underwriting efforts, manages disposition strategies for owned assets, and supports deal execution across the Bainbridge platform. With more than a decade of multifamily experience, Adam has been instrumental in sourcing, capitalizing, and executing more than $4.2 billion in acquisitions and developments totaling over 17,000 units across the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic.
Adam holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from James Madison University, graduating magna cum laude. He is a member of NMHC’s Emerging Leaders program and an active participant in the DC Real Estate Group.
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Heidi Jehlicka
Vice President, MarketingHeidi serves as Vice President of Marketing for The Bainbridge Companies, leading all corporate and property-level marketing, branding, and public relations initiatives.
She oversees strategy supporting acquisitions, new developments, lease-ups, and Bainbridge’s growing national footprint. With more than 25 years of multifamily and real estate experience, Heidi brings deep expertise in marketing, operations, and asset strategy.
Her career includes senior roles at Orbit Investments, Southern Land Company, and Bainbridge. She has led multifamily, build-to-rent, and mixed-use portfolios nationwide and is known for driving value through digital strategy, branding, CRM administration, and performance improvement.
Heidi is a recognized national speaker and Certified Revenue Manager. She holds an MBA from Fitchburg State University. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling and spending time with her three daughters.
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Kevin Kochersperger
Vice President, Facilities & Capital ProjectsKevin Kochersperger serves as Vice President of Facilities and Capital Projects for The Bainbridge Companies, leading nationwide initiatives to elevate Class A communities through strategic capital improvements, sustainability programs, and operational excellence.
With more than 30 years of facilities and property management experience, Kevin oversees multimillion-dollar renovations, large-scale capital projects, and portfolio-wide operational programs. His background includes leadership roles with Ritz-Carlton Hotels, The City of Fort Lauderdale, The Breakers Palm Beach, and the Broward Center for the Performing Arts.
He is a licensed electrician and FEMA-certified emergency manager and has received multiple awards for quality, energy efficiency, and community impact. Kevin is a member of IFMA, BOMA, and FAA.
Outside of work, he enjoys golf, disc golf, volunteering with Feeding South Florida, mentoring emerging leaders, and spending time with his family.
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OJ Loor
Vice President, Systems & IntegrationsOJ Loor serves as Vice President of Systems and Integrations for The Bainbridge Companies, leading the enterprise-wide software strategy supporting data, people, and technology.
With nearly 20 years of multifamily experience, he oversees PropTech architecture, property management platforms, API integrations, and data connectivity across accounting, leasing, and operations. He also manages software implementation and integration efforts for acquisitions, dispositions, and takeovers.
OJ began his career as a property accountant with The Altman Companies and later transitioned into software implementation and platform strategy. He holds a B.S. in Accounting from Florida Atlantic University.
Outside of work, OJ enjoys spending time with his wife, two boys, and three dogs.
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Brad Stull
Vice President, EstimatingBrad Stull serves as Vice President of Estimating for The Bainbridge Companies, where he leads the firm’s estimating function and helps drive accuracy, consistency, and operational excellence across construction cost planning. In this role, Brad shapes the estimating strategy that supports Bainbridge’s development and construction efforts, ensuring projects are grounded in sound financial and risk analysis.
Brad brings more than a decade of construction and estimating expertise to Bainbridge, with prior experience as Chief Estimator at Verdex Construction, where he led pre-construction cost estimating and contributed to successful delivery of multifamily and commercial projects. His background spans cost modeling, vendor coordination, and cross-functional collaboration with project delivery teams.
At Bainbridge, Brad plays a key role in supporting project teams from early concept through execution, helping align cost expectations with strategic and financial goals. His work ensures that estimating practices are robust, transparent, and aligned with industry best practices.
Brad holds a Master's in Real Estate degree from Florida International University’s Hollo School of Real Estate and a degree in Civil Engineering from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology.
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Krista Washbourne
Vice President, Talent Acquisition, Development, & ExperienceKrista Washbourne serves as Vice President of Talent Acquisition, Development, and Experience for The Bainbridge Companies, overseeing the full talent lifecycle from hiring and onboarding to leadership development, performance management, and employee experience.
With more than 20 years of multifamily and start-up experience, Krista brings deep expertise in talent strategy, leadership training, and culture design. She is a repeat speaker at NAA Apartmentalize and other industry conferences nationwide.
Krista holds a B.S. in Psychology and Journalism from Kansas State University and is an active member of SHRM, The Organization for Professional Mindfulness, and the Association for Talent Development.
Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her two kids and close friends.
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