Leadership
C. Dean Patrinely, Chairman, Managing Principal
M.B.A. with distinction from Harvard University
M.S. Environmental Engineering, University of Florida
B.S. Civil Engineering (honors), University of Florida

Dean Patrinely is responsible for corporate and investment strategy, development and new ventures involving Crimson Capital and its affiliates. Mr. Patrinely oversees all aspects of the firm's activities but focuses on the creation of corporate headquarters and luxury residential condominiums. He began his real estate career with Gerald D. Hines Interests in Houston in 1980.
Leonard J. O'Donnell, President/CEO, Principal
B.S. Business Administration, University of Delaware

Len O'Donnell is responsible for all Crimson Capital entities and endeavors, focusing on real estate investment and capital markets and managing the leasing and investment brokerage activities of Crimson Services. He has worked with Patrinely since 1995.
Michael E. Nicholls, Principal
M.S. Finance, University of Houston
B.A., Abilene Christian University

Michael Nicholls focuses on the execution of PatrinelyGroup's project and construction management functions as well as the strategic property management functions of Crimson Services. He began his project/construction management career with Gerald D. Hines Interests in 1982, where he worked with Mr. Patrinely.
Walter Thomas, Executive Managing Director
B.A., Princeton University
Wharton School - University of Pennsylvania

As the firm's principal ambassador and statesman, Walter Thomas is responsible for national acquisitions and new development.
Robert P. Fields, Executive Managing Director
M.B.A., University of Houston
Bachelor of Environmental Design, Texas A&M

As the firm's senior development officer, Robert Fields is focused on our luxury residential development program.
Kendrick A. James, Senior Managing Director
J.D., South Texas College of Law
M.B.A. Finance, University of St. Thomas
B.A., University of Texas

Kendrick James is responsible for predevelopment efforts, due diligence teams and transactional closings. In addition, Mr. James is responsible for the company's corporate governance and development process control.

Phillip B. Benjamin, Senior Managing Director
B.S. Finance and Accounting (cum laude), University of Buffalo

Phillip Benjamin focuses on underwriting, analysis and structuring of investment and development opportunities as well as overseeing asset management functions across the country.
William S. Glading, Corporate Counsel
M.S. Tax, Georgetown University

J.D., Catholic University
B.A., Boston College

Bill Glading serves as corporate counsel to the Crimson family. Mr. Glading is an attorney with extensive experience in real estate, equity private placements and tax-related matters.
Carolyn M. Drushel, Vice President, Marketing & Communications
B.B.A. Finance, University of Houston

Carolyn Drushel is responsible for developing and managing the company's media, client, public relations and corporate identity programs. Ms. Drushel coordinates the production of all marketing materials and oversees regional office administration. She has worked with Patrinely since 1984.

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