The Team

Sue Alderman

Administrative Assistant

salderman@amcap.com

Sue joined AmCap in August 2022 as an Administrative Assistant in our Stamford office. In addition to her core administrative duties, she also provides A/P support to our Corporate Controller and assists our Legal Administrator with the preparation of outgoing tenant notices. 

Prior to joining AmCap, Sue was a Pool Coordinator/Administrative Assistant for Heidmar Inc., a global oceanic freight transportation company in Norwalk, CT. During her 15 years with Heidmar, she worked closely with four Managing Directors and coordinated all aspects of owner entry. Sue was responsible for compiling legal documentation, analytical data, and organizing international Executive meetings, in addition to providing daily support to her department. Previously, she worked as an Administrative Assistant for the Operations and Chartering Departments at Stolt-Nielsen Inc., a global liquid fuel logistics company.

Matthew T. Allen

Managing Director - Asset Management

MAllen@AmCap.com

Matthew T. Allen

Matt joined AmCap in 2011 and, with over 15 years of experience in the real estate industry, leads asset management for all new acquisitions and serves as a member of the firm’s Investment Committee. Prior to AmCap, Matt began his professional career with Genentech before holding progressively responsible positions in acquisitions and asset management with the Ashforth Company, Antares Real Estate Partners, Commonfund Realty, and The Davis Companies. Matt received his Master of Business Administration from the Tuck School at Dartmouth, a Master of Science in Civil/Environmental Engineering from Tufts University, and a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of New Hampshire.

Jake Bisenius

President, CIO & Managing Principal

JBisenius@AmCap.com

Jake joined AmCap in 2005 and heads the company’s day-to-day activities as President and Chief Investment Officer. He is a member of the firm’s Investment Committee. Jake’s tenure in the real estate industry spans nearly two decades, and he has handled more than $2 billion worth of real estate transactions during his career. Prior to AmCap, he worked at Vornado Realty Trust in Acquisitions & Capital Markets, focusing on equity and mezzanine loan real estate investments in retail, office, and hotel. Jake received his Master of Business Administration from Harvard and graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Wisconsin. Jake is an active member of the Young Presidents’ Organization (YPO).

Jodi Bothwell

Director - Property Management

JBothwell@AmCap.com

Jodi joined AmCap in April 2018 as a Property Manager, assisting with all Colorado properties in AmCap’s portfolio.

In November 2020, Jodi took over as Director of Property Management, and currently manages over two million square feet in Colorado.  She is a current member of the Institute of Real Estate Management and working on obtaining her CPM accreditation.

Prior to AmCap, Jodi spent 12 years at Dana Investment Corporation, where she was the Director of Operations, an Associate Broker, Property Manager and Construction Manager for a portfolio that included retail and office space.

Jodi is a graduate of Des Moines Area Community College and holds an AA in Business Administration.  She has a Paralegal Certificate and her real estate license.

Daniel Catal

Property Accountant - A/R

dcatal@amcap.com

Dan joined AmCap in December 2022 as a Property Accountant - A/R. He is responsible for handling Accounts Receivable processes for multiple properties across our portfolio. This includes the application of cash receipts, reconciling open account balances and collecting on past due accounts. Dan also works closely with our Property Controllers to assist with bank reconciliations and monthly close processes.

Dan grew up in New York and graduated from Fairfield University's Charles F. Dolan School of Business with a major in Finance and a minor in Accounting. Prior to joining AmCap, Dan worked in the business sector of a school district assisting with Accounts Payable and budget planning.

Alice Catalano

Managing Director - Investor Relations

acatalano@amcap.com

Alice joined AmCap in March 2021 as Managing Director of Investor Relations. She is responsible for growing relationships with clients and contributing to our overall business development. Alice spent the majority of her career at NGP Energy Capital Management, a pioneer in Energy Private Equity. She was formerly the Managing Director of Capital Raising and New Business Development at Sarona Asset Management, and a Managing Director of Fundraising and Marketing at Prostar Capital. Alice has a B.S. in Finance from Northeastern University. 

George Chaparro

Senior Property Controller

GChaparro@AmCap.com

George Chaparro

George joined AmCap in 1989 and, along with being the company’s Controller, manages accounting, budgeting, and year-end preparations for AmCap’s Denver portfolio. Previously, George worked at Citibank in Corporate Accounting and at the Bellet Company in its accounting department.

George holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with a minor in Accounting from Iona College.

Mario Christian

Director - Accounting and Financial Reporting

mchristian@amcap.com

Mario Christian joined AmCap in September 2021 as the Director of Accounting and Financial Reporting. He is responsible for overseeing the technical accounting and internal and external financial reporting for the firm’s properties and investment entities. Mario also manages the Accounting Department infrastructure, providing accounting, finance, tax, and compliance support. He brings two decades of accounting, tax, and consulting experience.

Prior to joining AmCap, Mario was a Manager at Citrin Cooperman in the real estate industry practice group, and managed a portfolio of clients in varying industries including commercial, residential, and developmental entities. In addition to being a Certified Public Accountant, Mario holds a a Master of Science in Taxation from St. John’s University and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from SUNY New Paltz. He is also a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants.

Tina Coppins

Property Manager

TCoppins@AmCap.com

Tina joined AmCap in 2001 and is the Property Manager for the AppleTree Business Park, a 425,000 square foot center located in Buffalo, NY. She handles day-to-day operations and all Tenant and Capital Improvements. 

Tina has a Bachelor of Business Administration with a Major in Management which she received in March 2018 from Post University and has earned an invitation to the National Society of Leadership Success Group, Sigma Alpha Pi.

She has also earned her RPA through BOMA International. Tina is on the Greater Buffalo BOMA Board of Directors, and is currently on the Education Committee and Nominating Committee.  She has served as President of the local chapter back in 2000. As a member of BOMA has won awards for Member of the Year (2009) and Building of the Year (2003-2004).

Tina also is a member of the Cheektowaga Chamber of Commerce and has held many positions as a Board of Director.  She is currently an Ambassador for the Chamber. 

Kevin Coppola

Property Manager

kcoppola@amcap.com

Kevin joined AmCap in November 2022 as an Assistant Property Manager for our shopping centers located in Colorado. In his current role as Property Manager, he assists the Director of Property Management with managing the Colorado properties in AmCap’s portfolio.

Before joining AmCap, Kevin worked for real estate investment and management companies in the Boston area, focusing on property management and project management. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with concentrations in Finance and Entrepreneurship from Northeastern University and has his real estate license.

Barbara Dubowy

Property Manager

BDubowy@AmCap.com

Barbara joined AmCap in 2005 and is the on-site property manager at Copaco Center, located in the greater Hartford, CT area. She has actively managed the center since 1994 prior to its acquisition by AmCap, actively overseeing the day-to-day activities at the center. Barbara has additional responsibilities in accounting as a member of the corporate Accounting team.

Celina Duke

Administrative Assistant

cgonzales@amcap.com

Celina joined the AmCap team at the Denver office in July of 2022 as an Administrative Assistant. In addition to various administrative roles, Celina manages marketing for the AmCap portfolio and handles lease administration for the ADLP portfolio.

Before joining AmCap, Celina worked as an English teacher in secondary schools as well as an administrative assistant to a financial planner. Celina received a Bachelor’s Degree in English Education from Colorado State University.

Margaret Fitzgerald

Senior Property Controller

MFitzgerald@AmCap.com

Margaret joined AmCap in 1986 and currently manages all accounting, budgeting, and year-end financial reporting for three properties - AppleTree, Arbutus, and Short Pump Station. Margaret was instrumental in on-boarding AmCap’s largest acquisition – eleven King Soopers centers (the ADLP portfolio) – in addition to the coordination of several mortgage refinancings. Prior to AmCap, she was an auditor with Ernst & Young.

Margaret holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Marymount Manhattan.

Henry Fornelos

Senior Property Controller

hfornelos@amcap.com

Henry joined AmCap in April 2021 and currently serves as a Senior Property Controller. In his role, he oversees financial operations for Copaco Center, Cowesett Corners, Northpoint Center, The Gardens on Havana, and Montgomery Village Plaza. Prior to working at AmCap, Henry worked with DLC Management Corp. as a Senior Property Accountant.

Henry received his Bachelor's degree in Business Administration in International Management from  Pace University in Pleasantville, NY. 

Originally from Portugal, Henry has always been fascinated by other cultures and customs, and speaks multiple languages including fluent Portuguese and conversational Spanish and French. 

Jonathan Greenfield

Chief Financial Officer & Managing Principal

JGreenfield@AmCap.com

Jonathan joined AmCap in 1996 and is the Chief Financial Officer for all AmCap holdings as well as a member of the firm’s Investment Committee. Jonathan oversees portfolio-wide internal and external financial reporting, year-end audits, property closings, and manages acquisitions and dispositions, due diligence, corporate financing, banking relationships, and the firm’s information technology. In his current role, Jonathan will play an integral part in the continued growth and direction of the firm and its personnel. Jonathan earned his Master of Business Administration from Sacred Heart University and a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from Pace University. He is a member of the Institute of Management Accountants, ICSC, and REFA-CT, and has served on the Board of Trustees at Wooster School.

Vincenzina Handelman

Director - HR and Office Management

VHandelman@AmCap.com

Vincenzina joined AmCap in April 2019 and is currently our Director of Human Resources and Office Management. In her position, she is responsible for planning, developing, and directing our company's HR activities, strategies, and compliance measures. Vincenzina also oversees our general office operations and serves as one of our in-house Notaries Public. 

Vincenzina received her Masters Degree in Organizational Behavior, Systems and Analytics from NYU, and a Bachelors in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from SUNY New Paltz. Prior to working at AmCap, she supported trade floor functions at a commodities firm, and has previous experience working in the Talent Development and Recruiting industries.

Jessica Hansen

Director - Administration and Legal

JHansen@amcap.com

Jessica joined AmCap in January 2022 as our Legal Administrator - Leasing for the Stamford Office. In her current role as Director - Administration and Legal, she is  responsible for drafting, processing and maintaining lease documents across AmCap's portfolio. Jessica also serves as a key contact for tenants and Property Managers regarding lease-related matters.

Jessica's career in real estate spans over 20 years. After getting her start in residential, Jessica transitioned to commercial real estate and ultimately found her home in Retail Leasing. Her experience working for national and regional retailers, institutional Landlords and boutique Real Estate firms has proven tremendously valuable, and is reflected in her track record of successfully negotiating and drafting lease documents.  

Jessica graduated from Ellis College (Division of NYIT) after 3 years at UCONN with a degree in Psychology & Behavioral Sciences. She holds an active Florida Real Estate License and is working on a reciprocal license in Connecticut.

Jay Kaiser

Chairman & CEO

JKaiser@AmCap.com

Jay founded AmCap in 1979 and is its Chairman and Chief Executive Officer as well as a member of the firm’s Investment Committee. AmCap owns and operates necessity retail anchored centers nationwide, with a current portfolio size of over 4.5 million square feet, with approximately $1 billion in total property value. Under his leadership, AmCap is widely regarded as a leader in U.S. necessity retail anchored centers. Jay is actively involved in all day-to-day company operations and is ultimately responsible for the strategic direction of AmCap. He received his Master of Business Administration from Harvard and graduated with a Bachelor of Science from the University of Rhode Island.

Jack Krowl

Director - Asset Management & Acquisitions

JKrowl@AmCap.com

Jack joined AmCap in June 2014 as an analyst in the Acquisitions department. During undergraduate school, he worked at Holliday Fenoglio Fowler (HFF) in Denver with the Investment Sales team and interned at AmCap for a year. He was a key member of the first- and second-place teams at the USC Marshall International Real Estate Case Competition for 2013 and 2014 respectively.

Jack is a graduate of the University of Colorado at Boulder Leeds School of Business and holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Finance. He currently serves as a member of the Connecticut Planning Committee for the ICSC Next Generation Program in addition to being active mentor with Big Brothers Big Sisters of SW Connecticut.

Carly Krowl

Managing Director - Leasing

CBeetham@AmCap.com

Carly joined AmCap in July 2017 as a Senior Associate in Leasing, assisting with all leasing activity for AmCap’s portfolio nationwide.  Prior to AmCap, Carly worked for DLC Management, where she was responsible for twelve properties across the Northeast and the Midwest, consisting of three million square feet of total retail space.

Carly is a graduate of the University of Colorado at Boulder’s Leeds School of Business and holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Marketing.  She was also a key member of the first place team at the USC Marshall School of Business International Real Estate Case Competition in 2013.  Carly remains actively involved with the University of Colorado: she sits on the Real Estate Center’s Young Alumni Board and Leeds School of Business Gold Board, and is a mentor for the Young Alumni Mentorship Program.

Katie Mahoney

Asset Management and Acquisitions Analyst

kmahoney@amcap.com

Katie joined AmCap  in March of 2022 as an Asset Management & Acquisitions Analyst. Her primary responsibilities include constructing and running underwriting models for new acquisitions, dispositions, recapitalizations, and refinances. She also assists with the quarterly financial and annual budgeting reports for our existing portfolio investments. 

Katie holds a M.S. in Real Estate and the Built Environment and a B.S. in Finance from the University of Denver. During her time at the University of Denver, she was a member of their Division I volleyball program.

Carl Matthews

Chief Information Officer and Co-Chief Compliance Officer

cmatthewsjr@amcap.com

Carl joined AmCap in 2022 as the Chief Information Officer and Co-Chief Compliance Officer. In this role, he guides or oversees all technology-related functions. Carl has extensive Cyber-Security experience, is in charge of the organization's Cyber Security initiatives, and also provides his expertise in the area of compliance. He is a graduate of the University of Connecticut with a background in Engineering and Economics, giving him a unique view of an organization's needs.

Carl has been a leader for over 25 years in the Information Technology field. Previously he worked with hundreds of organizations, including AmCap, as a consultant. He has led teams, projects, or consulted in organizations of all sizes in the public and private sector as well as government, municipal, law enforcement, and healthcare. Besides his extensive job experience, he has passed over 70 industry exams and holds dozens of certifications and clearances.

Carl also has a passion for Real Estate. He has completed multiple residential projects privately and participated in private equity investments in Commercial, Senior Living, Agriculture, and Build-to-Rent communities. Carl's diverse education and training, extensive technical experience, visibility in hundreds of organizations in his career, and real estate knowledge give him a unique ability to assist AmCap in its rapidly growing business and technical, security, and compliance vision.

Kathy McAniff

Assistant Asset Manager

KMcAniff@AmCap.com

Kathy joined AmCap in 1987 and is one of our most tenured employees. Her career in the Real Estate industry spans over 30 years, and prior to AmCap, she worked at Mellon Real Estate and in the corporate banking division of U.S. Trust.

In Kathy's previous role as Senior Executive Assistant and Office Manager, she oversaw the daily operations in Stamford's corporate headquarters and supported the office of the CEO. In her current role as Assistant Asset Manager, she has been able to fully capitalize on her strength in project management and solid organizational skills. In this capacity, Kathy's primary responsibilities include managing our company-wide property insurance portfolio and working closely with our Asset and Property Management teams on the day-to-day operations of our shopping centers and tracking critical dates during tenant build-outs. She also provides support to the Acquisitions team in maintaining the acquisitions pipeline and steps in to assist with due diligence on various transactions.

Tom McCormack

Property Accountant

tmcormack@amcap.com

Tom grew up in New York and graduated from Fordham University’s Gabelli School of Business with a major in accounting.  Prior to joining AmCap, he worked as a property accountant for Urstadt Biddle Properties where he assisted in the preparation of various financial documents for shareholders.

Sandy Nolan

Tenant Relations Associate - Apple Tree Business Park

snolan@amcap.com

Sandy joined AmCap in July 2023 as a Tenant Relations Associate for the AppleTree Business Park, a 425,000 square foot center located in Buffalo, NY. She serves as the first point of contact for tenants, handles the Accounts Receivable process, and assists the Property Manager with day-to-day operations at the center.

Sandy has over 15 years of accounting experience in diverse business sectors, such as Advertising, Insurance, and Real Estate & Industrial Management. Prior to joining AmCap, she was the Assistant to the Controller at TransUnion Settlement Solutions Inc., a subsidiary of Trans Union specializing in Real Estate Appraisals. In her role, she was responsible for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, payroll, benefits administration, and all other supportive functions of accounting, including special projects and contract negotiations.

Sandy holds a Bachelors of Science degree in Education from Buffalo State College.  In her free time she enjoys playing Tennis, trail hiking & jogging, horseback riding & doing portrait art.

Ira Shwartz

President of Leasing & Managing Principal

IShwartz@AmCap.com

Ira joined AmCap in 1998 and oversees all leasing activity for the firm. A member of the firm’s Investment Committee, he has over 35 years of experience in the leasing, brokerage, development, and redevelopment of power, grocery-anchored and neighborhood retail shopping centers in markets throughout the country. Ira is highly regarded in the industry for his ability to improve the capital value of commercial properties and has developed a vast retail client base. Ira attended the University of Colorado and is an active member of ICSC and the Urban Land Institute.

Angela Soto

Property Accountant

asoto@amcap.com

Angela joined AmCap in 2020 as a Property Accountant-A/P and oversees the timely and accurate processing of payables for the firm’s entire real estate portfolio.

She brings over 15 years of accounting experience in the real estate field, having previously been employed at Alma Realty Corp. During her time at Alma, she worked with a portfolio of 200+ commercial and residential properties, as well as handled payroll for over 200 employees.

Angela graduated from Baruch College - Zicklin School of Business, and holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance & Investments with a minor in Real Estate. She is also a Certified Avidsuite Program Administrator.

Brooke Stevens

Director - Leasing

bstevens@amcap.com

Brooke Stevens joined AmCap as a Senior Leasing Associate in September 2021 and is responsible for leasing AmCap’s East Coast and Midwest Portfolio.

Prior to joining AmCap, Brooke worked for Olshan Properties and DLC Management, where she was responsible for eighteen properties across the Northeast consisting of four and a half million square feet of total retail space. Brooke’s relationships and experience have driven her success in value enhancement of properties through deal making and her ability to execute on strategic redevelopment plans.

Brooke graduated summa cum laude from Kent State University and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Organizational Communication Studies with a minor in Public Communication.

Derk Taylor

Managing Director - Acquisitions

dtaylor@amcap.com

Derk joined AmCap in October 2021 as our Managing Director of Acquisitions to source, evaluate, and execute investment opportunities. Prior to joining AmCap, Derk’s career in real estate has spanned nearly 30 years with more than $5B in closed transactions. He has previously worked at Phillips Edison and Principal Global Investors. Derk holds a M.S. in Finance from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and a B.S. in Finance from Southern Illinois University.

Grant Taylor

Acquisitions Analyst

gtaylor@amcap.com

Grant joined AmCap in March 2022 as Acquisitions Analyst. In his role, he supports the Acquisitions team by providing quantitative and qualitative analyses and modeling for new acquisitions, dispositions, recapitalizations, and refinances. Prior to joining AmCap, Grant worked at Mid-America Asset Management as an Associate Asset Manager.

Grant holds a M.S. in Economics with a specialization in Econometrics from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and a B.A. in Economics from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Charles Thompson

Construction Lead/Property Manager

cthompson@amcap.com

Charles joined AmCap in January 2021 as a Property Manager for our shopping centers located throughout Colorado’s front range. He also serves as our Construction Lead, overseeing and ensuring successful operation of all construction efforts across the entire AmCap portfolio.

Prior to joining AmCap, Charles spent 5 years managing inline retail shopping centers in the Denver area for Vallejo Management. received his International Master of Business Administration from the Daniels College of Business at the University of Denver and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in History and Germanic Studies from the University of Denver. He holds a Colorado Real Estate License.

Glenn Wilson

Managing Director of Property, Construction & Operations

gwilson@ampcap.com

In his new role, Glenn will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of property and construction management, including the development and implementation of national programs, standardization of operational policies, procedures, and best practices. He will work closely with AmCap's team of professionals to ensure that all projects are completed on time and within budget.

With over 30 years of experience in retail and commercial real estate management, Glenn brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the team. Prior to joining AmCap, Glenn served as Vice President of Construction Management at DLC Management Corp, where he oversaw the construction and renovation of properties across the United States. He also held the positions of Regional Director of Construction & Property Manager at Equity One Inc. and Regional Construction & Property Manager at Kimco Realty Corp.