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Chris Block joined CenterPoint as Asset Management Analyst in 2019. In his role, Chris is responsible for developing financial projections and analysis to help CenterPoint make key decisions related to leasing, redevelopment and recapitalization decisions. Prior to joining CenterPoint, Chris worked as a financial analyst with a commercial real estate consulting firm that provided full-service development advisory services across various product types. Chris received his Bachelor of Science in Finance and Real Estate from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University in 2017.

Alan Bouchier-Hayes joined CenterPoint in 2007 and is responsible for overseeing financial components for all conventional and complex development activity and opportunities. With over 13 years of experience in commercial real estate, Alan is well-versed in procurement, risk assessment and performing complex financial analyses on investment portfolios. Prior to joining CenterPoint, he worked in the real estate division of First Midwest Bank. Alan is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and member of the Association of Industrial Real Estate Brokers (AIRE). He received a bachelor’s degree in business from DIT, Dublin, Ireland and an MBA from the Keller Graduate School of Management.

Bob has been President and CEO of CenterPoint since 2013. Before joining the company, he held executive positions with several national real estate firms. Most recently, Bob served as COO at Duke Realty Corporation (NYSE: DRE). Preceding his tenure at Duke, Bob was with RREEF Funds in Chicago, Hines Interests in Houston and Lincoln Property Company in San Francisco. Bob is a graduate of Stanford University and the Stanford Graduate School of Business. He serves on the board of directors of Cousins Properties (NYSE: CUZ), is an advisor at SolAmerica Energy and serves as Executive Advisor to the Chicago Metropolitan Planning Council (MPC).

Jim became CenterPoint’s CIO in January 2005 after serving as Senior Vice President of Investments. Jim has been immersed in the industrial real estate world since he graduated from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign in 1985. In 2004, he received his MBA from Northwestern’s Kellogg Graduate School of Management. Beyond CenterPoint, Jim is a member of NAIOP Chicago where he served as the organization’s President in 2012. Jim was also appointed by the Illinois State Governor to serve as Commissioner for the Illinois Medical District.

Elena joined CenterPoint in 2018. She is responsible for overseeing all corporate affairs and environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives. In her role, Elena administers the Responsible Contractor Program (RCP) and advises on union and labor participation in development projects. She also heads CenterPoint’s energy optimization and green initiatives. Prior to joining CenterPoint, Elena was the Vice President and Director of Media and Analytics at Lendlease. Elena received her MBA from Roosevelt University and a bachelor’s degree in marketing at the University of Wisconsin – La Crosse. She’s also received executive education through the INSEAD – World School of Business Executive Leadership Program and Northwestern’s Kellogg School of Management. As an active member of the business community, Elena serves on the Roosevelt University – Heller School of Management Alumni Board and is a member of the American Marketing Association, United States Green Building Council and Illinois Green Alliance.

Rebecca DePorter joined CenterPoint as the Director of Human Resources in 2019.  Reporting directly to the CEO, Rebecca is responsible for all human resources functions including recruitment, onboarding, compensation, benefits, wellness, performance management, training, compliance and employee relations. Rebecca has over 15 years of human resources experience, most recently working in the legal industry. She graduated from DePaul University with a bachelor’s degree in communications. Rebecca holds a certification as a Professional in Human Resources (PHR) and is an active member of the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM).

Kevin German was promoted to Vice President, Information Technology, in September 2010, and has been with the Company since 1998. In his current role, Mr. German provides information management services to maximize the Company's data collection, processing and reporting effectiveness. His primary responsibilities include overseeing the development and implementation of IT solutions for internal and external users, improving existing software programs, and promoting technical innovation and compliance throughout the firm. Mr. German is a member of the IEEE Computer Society and the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM). He holds a bachelor's degree in computer science from Northwest Missouri State University, and a master's in information systems from DePaul University.

Mr. Harrington joined CenterPoint Properties Trust in 1999 and currently oversees the development of logistically located facilities and industrial parks for CenterPoint Properties. He oversees CenterPoint’s development service group, which is responsible for the development of industrial business parks, manufacturing and distribution facilities. He has spent more than 20 years developing industrial commercial real estate. In addition to his commercial real estate experience, he worked for several years as a civil engineer with local Chicago engineering firms. He received a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Marquette University and a Masters of Business Administration from Loyola University, Chicago. Furthermore, he is a member of the NAIOP Chicago Board of Directors and a member of the NAIOP Chicago Legislative Committee.

Michael was promoted to CFO in May 2006 after serving as Senior Vice President of Finance since 2005. Michael initially joined CenterPoint in 1999 as Vice President of Finance. Prior to joining CenterPoint, Michael served as Business Manager, Finance for Seven Worldwide—a London-based graphic arts and printing corporation. He also filled multiple roles at Comdisco, Inc.—a leasing and disaster recovery services company. Michael received a bachelor’s degree in education with an economics emphasis from Northwestern University in 1986. He also received a masters in management from Northwestern’s Kellogg Graduate School of Management in 1992.

Mr. Leonard joined CenterPoint Properties in 2019 as a Development Financial Analyst and provides national analytical support to the Development Team. Before joining the Company, he worked at Ernst & Young as an Associate within their Transaction Advisory Services group where he provided various valuation and consulting services to help clients make strategic real estate decisions. Hunter holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance and Real Estate from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University.

Tim Lippert, Vice President, Finance, has been with CenterPoint since 1998. In his current role, Mr. Lippert's key responsibilities include underwriting and structuring capital markets transactions with commercial and investment banks. To date, he has assisted in raising more than $3 Billion of capital for the Company. During his tenure, Mr. Lippert has held positions such as Director of Finance and Manager of Finance, performing high-level financial analysis of Company investments, developments, dispositions and financial performance.

Mr. Lippert holds an MBA from DePaul University and a bachelor's in finance from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Beverly Maestas was promoted to Vice President, Technology Operations, in September 2012, and has been with the Company since 2000. In her current role, Ms. Maestas evaluates and oversees IT initiatives to improve the effectiveness of CenterPoint operations and client communications. Her primary responsibilities include conducting enterprise-wide network and infrastructure design. Ms. Maestas also maintains and manages all network systems while ensuring the Company's data integrity and security. Prior to joining CenterPoint, Ms. Maestas served as an IT manager for the Kane County Department of Employment and Education. She holds a bachelor's degree in business from the University of Illinois, and a master's in information systems from DePaul University.

Rick joined CenterPoint in January 2015. In his role, Rick provides the company’s executive management with legal counsel to minimize corporate risk. His primary responsibilities include managing corporate litigation and developing, communicating and enforcing CenterPoint’s compliance policies. Prior to joining CenterPoint, Rick served as Vice President, Senior Counsel for ST Residential. He also worked as an associate in the real estate department of Katten Muchin Rosenman. Rick received a bachelor’s degree in political science from the University of Michigan and a JD from Emory University.

Matt works with CenterPoint’s senior executive team to identify, source and close new business opportunities. He also provides strategic support across CenterPoint’s acquisition, development and operations platform. Matt joined CenterPoint in 2000 as an investment officer. In this function, he focused on acquisitions but was also responsible for the creation of multiple joint ventures with both development and capital partners. He later advanced to Vice President of the acquisitions group. Before joining CenterPoint, Matt served as Manager, Finance for RREEF where he was responsible for securing acquisition debt capital for the firm’s pension fund clients. Matt earned a bachelor’s degree in accounting from the University of Notre Dame, is an Illinois CPA and completed an MBA with concentrations in finance and economics at the University of Chicago. He currently serves on the board of directors for Almost Home Kids—an organization that provides home-like transitional care for children with complicated health needs.

Michael has spent more than 30 years in the industrial real estate sector, developing over 35 million square feet for some of the world’s most recognizable shippers, BCOs and retailers. In his role at CenterPoint, Michael oversees all conventional and complex development activity. He’s led the development of more than 6,500 acres—transforming much of this land from superfund and nearly-obsolete brownfield sites to state-of-the-art intermodal campuses. Michael is a member of the Association of Industrial Real Estate Brokers (AIRE) and an associate member of the Society of Industrial and Office Realtors (SIOR). Michael received his bachelor’s degree in economics from Boston College and his MBA from Northwestern’s Kellogg School of Business.

Megan Nutley joined CenterPoint as Legal Administrative Assistant in 2019. In this role, Megan reviews lease agreements, prepares formal notices, tracks litigation matters, files annual reports, organizes meetings and coordinates travel arrangements. Prior to joining CenterPoint, Megan was the office manager at Generation Law, Ltd., where she managed paralegal staff, worked on client billing and developed the firm’s policy handbook. Before becoming an office manager, she served as a legal assistant preparing and filing court documents, managing attorneys’ calendars and corresponding with clients. Megan graduated from Elmhurst College with a bachelor’s degree in sociology.

Martin O'Hara is the Vice President, Strategic Projects for CenterPoint Properties. Mr. O'Hara oversees value-add opportunities that align with the Company's strategic investment platform, and structures investment and financing vehicles including partnerships and joint ventures. He also assists in the operation, investment and management of the Company's subsidiaries. Mr. O'Hara joined CenterPoint in 2001 as a Development Manager. In this role, he oversaw $650 Million in development projects, including a $300 Million construction management and monitoring initiative for the City of Chicago. Prior to joining CenterPoint, Mr. O'Hara was a development director for AMB Property Corporation (now ProLogis), as well as a commercial banking officer for American National Bank & Trust. Mr. O'Hara holds an MBA from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management, and a bachelor's in finance and business economics from the University of Notre Dame.

Jackie Perconte joined CenterPoint as Due Diligence Manager in 2019. In this role, Jackie manages the due diligence process on potential acquisitions. Prior to joining CenterPoint, Jackie served as Senior Due Diligence Analyst at Inland Private Capital Corporation. She previously underwrote potential acquisitions as a Financial Analyst. Jackie graduated from Northern Illinois University with a bachelor’s degree in liberal arts.

Zak Perkins joined CenterPoint as Credit Manager in September 2019. Prior to joining CenterPoint, Zak specialized in real estate underwriting for a commercial bank and credit risk review for RSM US LLP. Zak earned a bachelor’s degree from Illinois State University.

Laura Petrucci, Vice President, Investments, has been with CenterPoint since 2005. Ms. Petrucci supervises the analytics and approval process for the sale and acquisition of industrial properties nationwide for the Company. Additionally, her responsibilities include identifying, vetting and underwriting CenterPoint's disposition opportunities. During her tenure at CenterPoint, Ms. Petrucci has held positions such as Investment Financial Analyst, Investment Manager, Investment Senior Manager and Investment Director. Prior to joining CenterPoint, Ms. Petrucci served as a senior valuation associate at Deloitte and Touche and a real estate consultant at Arthur Andersen. She holds a bachelor's in finance from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Jennifer Plesnicar is the Vice President, Accounting and has been with the CenterPoint since 1999. She currently supervises the accounting processes for all CenterPoint business transactions and financial reports, and is responsible for managing the Company's bank accounts, payroll and employee benefits programs. During her tenure, Ms. Plesnicar has held positions including Accounting Director, Accounting Manager and Property Accountant, preparing financial statements for 10 Million SF of Company properties. Prior to joining CenterPoint, Ms. Plesnicar served as staff accountant and assistant financial manager for Great Lakes REIT. She has been a Certified Public Accountant since 2002, and is a member of the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) and Illinois CPA Society. Ms. Plesnicar received a bachelor's in accounting from Benedictine University.

Nate has been with CenterPoint for over 25 years, having joined after the 1993 initial public offering. Nate was promoted to Executive Vice President, Asset Management in 2013. During his tenure at CenterPoint, Nate has served as Vice President, Regional Manager and Senior Vice President—with oversight of one of five Chicago operating regions and the responsibility to expand the company’s foothold throughout the Western United States and Los Angeles markets. Nate has also served on CenterPoint’s Management Committee since 2005. Nate has been working in the commercial real estate sector since 1986. He began his career as a commercial broker working for companies like Grubb & Ellis and Miglein-Beitler. Nate holds a bachelor’s degree in business and economics from Westmont College in Santa Barbara, CA.

Gina joined CenterPoint as Director of Marketing in 2018. Reporting to the CMO, Gina is responsible for leading all marketing initiatives and managing a team to plan, design, communicate and execute CenterPoint’s corporate marketing strategy. Gina has more than 15 years of B2B/B2C marketing experience with specialties in brand development, multi-channel marketing, advertising, research and analysis, and campaign development. Before joining CenterPoint, Gina led strategic sales and marketing efforts across the manufacturing, retail, healthcare and media industry sectors—for leading brands like Serta, Sears, Anthem and Tribune. Throughout her career, Gina has been recognized for Sales Achievement Excellence, Integrated Marketing and Member Engagement, Leadership and Implementation, and Exceptional Client Service and Results. Gina graduated from the University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana with a bachelor’s degree in education.

Brian M. Sheehan, Senior Vice President, Controller, has been with CenterPoint Properties since May 1995. Currently, Mr. Sheehan serves as Controller, overseeing CenterPoint’s financial reporting, property accounting, payments and receipts. He also heads up the budgeting cycle, monitors the Company’s internal audit functions and leads the annual external audit. Prior to joining the Company, Mr. Sheehan worked in public accounting for Coopers & Lybrand (now PricewaterhouseCoopers). He is a Certified Public Accountant and has been a member of the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) since 1993. Mr. Sheehan holds a bachelor’s degree in accountancy from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Mr. Brian Swindle was promoted to Senior Vice President, Finance in September 2010; he is responsible for negotiating and structuring CenterPoint’s larger, non-standard real estate investments. He also oversees the Company's annual corporate equity valuation, and leads the group that underwrites the Company’s investments, including acquisitions, dispositions and development transactions. Mr. Swindle joined the finance group at CenterPoint in 2000. In 2004, he transitioned to the Investment team where, as head of dispositions, he completed over $1 Billion in industrial property sales for the Company and its affiliates. To date, he has closed over $1.1 Billion of transactions involving securitized loans on CenterPoint’s behalf. Prior to joining CenterPoint, Mr. Swindle worked for ABN AMRO Bank for eight years. Mr. Swindle received his bachelor’s degree in finance from Northern Illinois University and earned an MBA from the University of Chicago.

Michael Tortorici, Senior Vice President, Treasurer, has been with CenterPoint since October 1997. Mr. Tortorici serves as Controller for each of the Company's joint ventures, totaling over $1 Billion assets, and oversees property review for half of CenterPoint's current portfolio, approximately $1.4 Billion value. Mr. Tortorici is also responsible for managing the Company's compensation and payroll operations, corporate and tax filings, and reviewing all acquisition and disposition contracts and related closing statements. He is currently Secretary of the Company's Compensation Committee, and a 401(k) Trustee and Committee member.

Prior to joining CenterPoint, Mr. Tortorici served as Controller of Continental Freezers of Illinois, and senior accountant at Checkers, Simon & Rosner (now McGladrey). He has been a Certified Public Accountant since 1991, and is a member of the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) and Illinois CPA Society. Mr. Tortorici received a bachelor's in accounting from Northern Illinois University.

Scott has been CenterPoint’s Chief Information Officer since joining the firm in 1997. He is responsible for directing CenterPoint’s IT department and aligning its information technology platform with the company’s business strategy. He is also responsible for business processes initiatives and corporate marketing activities. Scott graduated from Loyola University in 1990 with a bachelor’s degree in business administration. He also earned his MS in Management Information Systems from DePaul University in 1995. Before joining CenterPoint, Scott was an IT Project Manager for global management and consulting firm AT Kearney and a Principal Consultant at Furkon, Inc.—a financial services software development firm. Beyond CenterPoint, Scott serves on the International Advisory Council for Realcomm and is an active member of the Association for Computer Machinery (ACM) and Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). He also serves as the Vice President of the Park Ridge/Niles School Board, District 64.