Current Advisory Board
MARK HALL
Mr. Hall has more than twenty-five years of experience in managing, originating, structuring and consummating various types of real estate transactions, including acquisition of debt and all types of REO assets. He has also been responsible for the company’s overall strategic direction and new business development in the CMBS special servicing and the financial industries.
Since 1996 NAI Hunneman’s Capital Markets Group, under the direction of Mr. Hall, has represented some of the largest U.S. and international financial institutions, institutional investors, private owners and developers in the purchase, restructuring and sale of commercial real estate mortgages and mortgage instruments. Since its formation, NAI Hunneman’s Capital Markets Group has been involved in more than $1 billion of transactional volume which included sub-performing and non-performing loans, structured investment vehicles and property acquistions.
Prior to joining NAI Hunneman, Mr. Hall was a Vice President at First Winthrop and Winthrop Financial where he oversaw and directed a team which syndicated over $500 million in privately placed equity.
MARK FERRARIS
Managing Principal, ORCHARD STREET PARTNERS LLC Mark Ferraris is the founder and principal for Orchard Street Partners LLC, a management consulting practice which focuses on services and solutions for the financial services industry. Mark has spent more than 25 years in the global banking financial services industry in a variety of disciplines including trust and fiduciary, processing and technology services.
JOE PETERSEN
Joe Petersen is currently serving as the Area Chairman for the C12 Group. He helps Christ-centered CEO’s and business owners with success while also enjoying a better work/life balance.
Joe has worked for 30+ years as a development, construction, and marketing professional in various facets of the real estate housing industry. He was named “40 Under 40” by the Dallas Business Journal for his work in real estate. Joe’s real estate partners included the Perot Family, the Bass Family, Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance, and the Disney Company. He is also actively involved in numerous charitable organizations.
2015 Advisory Board
JO TRIZILA
Jo Trizila is currently the President & CEO of TrizCom, a public relations firm. She has earned a reputation for continually making a positive bottom-line difference while fostering excellent relations and maintaining a high profile in business.
Jo has 20 years of experience building and leading integrated marketing and strategic public relations operations for companies. She is accomplished in directing marketing, promotions, media and public relations programs for companies of all sizes and status. She also serves on numerous boards and involved in as many non-profits.
JOE PETERSEN
Joe Petersen is currently serving as the Area Chairman for the C12 Group. He helps Christ-centered CEO’s and business owners with success while also enjoying a better work/life balance.
Joe has worked for 30+ years as a development, construction, and marketing professional in various facets of the real estate housing industry. He was named “40 Under 40” by the Dallas Business Journal for his work in real estate. Joe’s real estate partners included the Perot Family, the Bass Family, Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance, and the Disney Company. He is also actively involved in numerous charitable organizations.
GORDON BOND
Gordon Bond is currently the President of Bond Arms Inc., the leader in the double barrel handgun industry in manufacturing high quality, stainless steel, built like a tank, large caliber, personal protection handguns. Bond Arms has a firm commitment to superiority in design and manufacturing and enjoys an outstanding reputation within the industry.
Gordon took over the business from his brother, Greg Bond, in 2007 and has experienced 4-times growth since. Bond Arms is celebrating their 20th anniversary in 2015!
2014 Advisory Board
STEVE TABOR
Partner, B2BCFO B2BCFO, a firm which serves owners of privately-held companies with on-site assistance. He has a proven track record of being able to act as a strategic partner and key advisor to the principals of these organizations. Steven has over 35 years of financial experience including 25 years as a Chief Financial Officer/VP of Finance.
MARK FERRARIS
Managing Principal, ORCHARD STREET PARTNERS LLC Mark Ferraris is the founder and principal for Orchard Street Partners LLC, a management consulting practice which focuses on services and solutions for the financial services industry. Mark has spent more than 25 years in the global banking financial services industry in a variety of disciplines including trust and fiduciary, processing and technology services.
JOHN KING
Founding Partner, JOHN KING PARTNERS John is a co-author, and an in-demand speaker. His focus is training in business leadership, strategy and culture. John has 45 years of experience building company cultures, developing sustainable growth strategies, and coaching employee leadership.
CRAIG HOLBROOK
PRIMARY RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE, INC. Nat’l Director Marketing & Brand Development Craig is currently the National Director of Marketing & Brand Development for Primary Residential Mortgage, Inc., one of the nation’s largest mortgage lenders. He is a data-driven, customer-focused leader that helps position companies for growth and differentiation from their competition. Craig has nearly 20 years of experience with an extensive background in strategy and marketing. During his career, Craig has worked in investment banking, consulting, and has held strategic marketing positions with Fortune 500 companies such as Centex Homes and H&R Block.
