Lane Company

Leadership Team

George Lane Chairman & Founder George was trained as an accountant, but real estate was his true calling. He founded Lane Company in 1974, sold it to Johnstown American a few years later and became that company’s president. He eventually left to get into development and construction, then re-launched Lane Company as a property management firm. Throughout the years, he’s been personally committed to community service and improving the lives of Lane Company’s residents, especially those in low-income communities. Education Bachelor’s Degree, University of Georgia (Cum Laude) Organizations Founding Member & Director, Atlanta Apartment Association Past Director, National Apartment Association Certifications Certified Property Manager

Bill Donges Chief Executive Officer A Vietnam veteran, Bill was a high-ranking military leader before entering the business world. Over many years as a senior manager, he successfully implemented change at several large companies. As Lane CEO, he has helped introduce state-of-the-art technology, pursued new markets, put increased emphasis on safety and spearheaded Lane’s nationwide growth. Education U.S. Naval Academy MBA, DePaul University/University of Detroit Organizations Board of Directors, National Multi-Housing Council Board of Directors, National Association of Homebuilders Board of Directors, Community Life Concepts

Derek Kahn Chief Financial Officer Derek played a key role in uniting many different firms into one cohesive Lane Company. Today he is responsible for the firm’s capital-raising efforts and Lane Company’s many subsidiaries and investments. Multifamily Executive magazine has recognized him as one of the industry’s top young leaders. Before joining Lane, he was a financial consultant and CFO of Faucett New Media. Education Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Organizations Board member, Advisory Board CRC, a financial planning company Certifications CPA

Eric Hade General Counsel; Vice President of Capital Markets Eric manages all of the firm’s legal affairs and coordinates work with outside law firms. He is also involved in all aspects of the firm’s investment activities and capital-raising efforts. Before joining Lane Company, Eric was an attorney with the Atlanta office of law firm Sutherland Asbill & Brennan, LLP. Education Bachelor’s Degree, Colgate University (With Honors) M.B.A. and J.D., Emory University Organizations Member, National Multi-Housing Council Member, the Pension Real Estate Association Member, the Commercial Mortgage Securities Association Member, the International Council of Shopping Centers Atlanta Executive Committee of the Urban Land Institute Certifications Member, American Bar Association Member, State Bar of Georgia

Rob Couch President, Lane Management, LLC Rob has over 30 years experience in property management, development, construction and acquisitions. Mr. Couch has held senior positions with Balcor, Insignia, Western National, Related, RAM Partners and Centrum Management. He served as a United States Air Force fighter pilot and instructor, flight/mission leader and squadron executive officer. Education Bachelor's Degree, Utah State University Post graduate studies at USU and Troy State University Organizations Atlanta Apartment Association Certifications Certified Property Manager HCCP Real Estate Broker

Dan Haefner Chief Information Officer and President, Lane Asset Management, LLC Dan oversees Lane Company’s asset management and technology-related activities. Before joining the firm, he held asset management positions with Insignia Residential Group, TRI Financial/Capital Corporation and Fox and Carskadon Financial Corporation. His experience includes investor relations, portfolio and asset management, auditing, accounting and information technology. Education Bachelor’s Degree, Saint Mary’s College (With Honors) Organizations Board of Directors, Community Life Concepts Georgia Apartment Industry Educational Fund Atlanta Apartment Association Georgia Apartment Association

Phillip Pitney President of Lane Strategic Investment, LLC Phil joined Lane Company in 2006 to head the division responsible for increasing the size of the firm’s ownership portfolio. He has comprehensive responsibility for all of the firm’s acquisition and redevelopment activities. Phil was previously vice president – East Coast acquisitions and redevelopment for Fairfield Residential. Education Bachelor’s Degree, Westmont College Organizations Member, Urban Land Institute

Debra Jackson Senior Vice President of Real Estate Capital Markets, Lane Investment & Development Services Debra is responsible for all aspects of the firm’s project finance and disposition activities including the sourcing and negotiation of institutional debt and equity financings and the oversight of project dispositions. Before joining Lane Company, she was an originator and underwriter with FHA and Fannie Mae DUS lender and held senior positions with Bank of America and Grubb & Ellis. Education Bachelor’s Degree, Georgia State University

Gigi Giannoni President, Evolv (Strategic Partner) Gigi became president of the firm’s strategic partner Evolv – a full-service real estate solutions group – in 2006. She has held executive-level positions at some of the nation’s leading real estate firms including Sunterra Resorts, Trammell Crow and Gables Residential. Education Master’s Degree in Management, Florida Institute of Technology Management Program Certification, Rollins College School of Business Bachelor’s Degree, Rollins College Organizations Member, Greater Atlanta Homebuilder Association

Paul Hutchinson President, Lane Realty Construction, LLC Born into the real estate business, Paul got his start with a family construction business and later was an on-site project engineer for a large commercial contractor. At Lane Company, he has worked his way up through the ranks to become president of the firm’s construction subsidiary, where he has helped establish a culture of quality and safety. Education Bachelor’s Degree, Southern College of Technology

Bill Garrett Vice President of Associate Services In Bill’s first position with Lane Company, he redesigned the payroll process and improved the company’s ability to use real-time human resources information. Promoted to his current position in 2003, he now oversees all HR functions, training, staff development and payroll. Bill has helped streamline processes, increase cooperation between departments and better align them with the business plan. Education Bachelor’s Degree, University of Georgia Pursuing Master’s Degree from Georgia Tech Certifications Senior Professional in Human Resources

John E. Bell Southeast Regional Partner Since joining Lane Company in 2006, John has helped expand the firm’s already strong Southeast development base into new markets in the Carolinas and Gulf Coast. He was previously managing director and Atlanta development partner for Trammell Crow Residential and had served as vice president of Atlanta development for AMLI Residential. He has extensive development management experience in Florida and Tennessee. Education Master’s Degree, M.I.T. Bachelor’s Degree, Vanderbilt Coursework, London School of Economics Organizations Member, Urban Land Institute Member, National Association of Homebuilders

Mike Mulhall Florida Development Partner Mike is responsible for acquiring and developing multifamily communities throughout Florida. Before joining Lane Company, he was the development partner for GDC Properties, Inc., where his high-profile projects included Mirasol at Celebration, winner of 10 national awards. He was previously development partner for Trammell Crow Residential’s North Florida Division. Education Bachelor’s Degree, Virginia Tech (Dean’s List) Certifications State Certified General Appraiser Licensed Real Estate Broker

Mark McHenry Southwest Regional Partner Mark worked in the Southwest for 10 years before Lane Company hired him to lead its expansion into Texas, Arizona and Colorado. Formerly vice president of western region development with Birmingham-based Colonial Properties Trust, he also served as a regional development partner with JPI in Dallas. Education Bachelor’s Degree, University of Arkansas Master’s Degree, University of Texas at Dallas Certifications Licensed Professional Engineer, Texas

Jeff Price Northeast Regional Partner Jeff launched Lane Northeast in 2002 to expand development activities in the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast. His experience includes over $3 billion in major multifamily commercial and mixed-use developments in the U.S. and Eastern Europe. After five years with Metropolitan Life Real Estate Finance Group, he became director of acquisition for Morguard Realty Advisors. He was also a founding member and senior vice president of AIG Global Real Estate Investments. Education Bachelor’s Degree, Plymouth State College of the University of New Hampshire Post Graduate Work, New York University Organizations Member, Urban Land Institute Multifamily Council Member, National Multi-Housing Council Board Member, Affordable Housing Association of New Jersey Certifications Licensed Real Estate Broker, New York