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Dale G. Hafele, Partner


Dale Hafele has been involved in the development, administration and financing of real estate activities for North American Properties since he joined the company in 1985. In 1988, Hafele moved from the Cincinnati headquarters to open the Florida office. Under his charge the office has developed or currently has under development, approximately 3.8 million square feet of commercial space, acquired and/or developed over 1,000 apartment units, and entitled and permitted approximately 300 acres of multi-use projects. Prior to 1985, Hafele worked for five years with Deloitte & Touche and earned a BS in Accounting from Northern Kentucky University and a MBA from Xavier University.
Jimmy R. Adkins, Partner


Jimmy Adkins has more than twenty-five years of experience in the real estate industry. He is responsible for the site selection of new projects for North American Properties' Ft. Myers office. Prior to joining North American Properties in 1994, Adkins acted as an independent real estate broker and was involved in the acquisition and development of shopping centers and multi-family projects throughout the southeastern part of the United States. This experience enabled Adkins to build strong relationships with numerous anchor tenants. Adkins is a graduate of the University of Kentucky.
Shawn R. McIntyre, Partner


Shawn McIntyre has been involved in the acquisition, analyzing, planning, permitting and construction of Florida real estate projects since 1985. McIntyre oversees the Florida offices' entitlement and construction team as well as retains and coordinates project consultants and contractors on key projects. McIntyre brings unique and creative solutions to the ever-changing entitlement environment facing the Florida real estate industry. Prior to joining North American Properties in 1998, McIntyre's projects included two 400-acre residential golf course communities, a 150-acre commercial/industrial office park and numerous multi-use developments in Southwest Florida. He served in the US Navy and currently serves on the Board of Directors for Habitat for Humanity of Lee County, FL.
Greg Browne, Partner, Asset Management


With more than two decades of industry experience, Greg Browne joined North American Properties in 2002 to establish and oversee the company's asset management department. His keen understanding of all aspects of portfolio management and his vast real estate expertise are pivotal to ensuring the long-term performance of the company's investments, as well as the extended quality and integrity of all properties. An industry veteran, Browne is primarily responsible for the strategic management of the company's expansive portfolio that includes shopping and neighborhood centers, office buildings and multi-family communities. His proven industry know-how extends from leasing and asset repositioning to property management, marketing and portfolio administration. Prior to joining North American, Browne served as vice president, asset management services for Trammell Crow Faison for eight years where he was responsible for the asset management of over 20 properties totaling over seven million square feet. Prior to Trammell Crow Faison, he held numerous portfolio management positions at PM Realty Group throughout the country.
Jake Sedmack, Vice President of Construction


Jake Sedmack joined the Fort Myers office in 2000 from the Dallas office of North American Properties where he had served as superintendent since 1996. His responsibilities include pre-construction and construction management for the final delivery of all retail centers developed by the Fort Myer’s office. Sedmack’s extensive knowledge of construction ensures an efficient construction process from start to finish. In addition, his effective negotiation skills and proficient management techniques guarantee on-budget and on-time delivery of premier tenant-driven developments. Sedmack’s experience includes multi-family developments throughout Dallas’ Metroplex, while with the Dallas office, as well as quality retail projects exceeding one million square feet throughout Florida.
David T. Rattner, Vice President of Development


An industry veteran, David Rattner joined the Fort Myers office of North American Properties in 2006. He brings over 15 years of Florida real estate experience in all aspects of development, acquisitions, site selection and financing to the team. Rattner is responsible for site acquisitions, development and anchor lease negotiations. His local market knowledge combined with his entrepreneurial spirit gets the deals done. Rattner joins North American from the Community Center Development Division of CBL & Associates Properties, where he was responsible for Florida retail development and generated more than 2.6 million square feet of retail projects. Rattner is a graduate of the University of Florida and has earned two master’s degrees — a MBA from Florida Atlantic University and a Masters in Real Estate from the University of Florida.
Greg Race, Vice President of Development


Greg Race joined the Fort Myers office of North American Properties in 2006 to oversee the development of regional power centers and other retail developments. Race brings extensive real estate acumen to the team with experience in all aspects of the development cycle. As vice president of development, he is responsible for pre-development analysis, site acquisition, design and construction and tenant procurement. With over 150 build-to-suits delivered throughout the Southeast and Puerto Rico, Race understands the Florida real estate landscape and repeatedly exceeds tenant expectations. Prior to joining North American, Race served as Director of Development for The Sembler Company where he was responsible for site development and construction of 1.25 million square feet of commercial development. He boasts over two decades of civil engineering experience for commercial, residential and resort developments throughout the United States and abroad. Race is a graduate of Eckerd College in St. Petersburg, Fla.
Philip J. Fischler, IV, Director of Pre-Development


An industry veteran, Phil Fischler joined North American Properties in 2007 bringing with him over a decade of civil engineering and executive management expertise to the development team. As Director of Pre-Development, Fischler facilitates the entitlement phase for developments undertaken by the Fort Myers office. His responsibilities include assisting real estate managers in assessing the viability of potential sites, conducting due diligence on new sites, creating proformas and development schedules and assembling a team of consultants to design and permit the project. As a result of his broad experience in land development, design, and real estate throughout the United States, Phil has developed a considerable technical background, a valued asset in retail development. Prior to joining North American, Fischler served in various executive capacities with Kimley-Horn & Associates, Inc., including directing one of the firm’s highest producing, multi-disciplined consulting divisions in Vero Beach, Fla. Fischler is a licensed professional engineer in Florida, Texas, Oklahoma and Colorado.
Susan M. Sprehn, Vice President of Finance


For 25 years, Susan Sprehn has been involved in the accounting and financing of real estate development in the southwest Florida region. Her industry expertise encompasses overall development operations as well as the financing of real estate from land purchase through vertical construction. She joined the Fort Myers office of North American Properties in 1997 to oversee all aspects of accounting, financial planning and tax planning. Sprehn is also responsible for securing all construction loans and permanent financing for the office. Prior to joining North American Properties, Sprehn served as vice president of finance and operations for Riverwood Land Company, an affiliate of Mariner Group. She also worked for 10 years at U.S. Home Corporation. Sprehn graduated from Cleveland State University with a bachelor’s degree in accounting.
Ryan Joyce, Director of Leasing


A Florida leasing expert, Ryan Joyce joined North American Properties in 2005. As director of leasing, Joyce brings market knowledge and leasing know-how to the Fort Myers team. He is responsible for the management of all leasing efforts in new and existing Publix-anchored neighborhood centers and is involved in all aspects of leasing for larger regional centers. Joyce’s cross-sector leasing expertise and solid relationships with regional brokers and retailers adds significant depth to the Fort Myers development team. Prior to joining North American, Joyce served as retail specialist for Colliers Arnold where he was responsible for the leasing maintenance of one million square feet of retail space in southwest Florida. He earned a bachelor’s degree in business management from the University of Florida.