MEET THE TEAMAccruit’s corporate leadership represents diverse expertise in a variety of disciplines. Their combined experience enables clients to develop a successful asset management strategy through 1031 like-kind exchanges (LKEs).The Accruit Team Brent AbrahmPresident & CEO, Co-Founder, DirectorPrior to co-founding Accruit in 2000 in Denver, CO, Brent pioneered the development of innovative Qualified intermediary programs for 1031 exchanges for a Fortune 500 Company. Now he leads one the country’s largest qualified intermediary companies offering the industry’s only patented technology solution for managing like-kind exchanges. Steve HoltkampSenior Managing Director & CFOSteve is an experienced leader of growth organizations bringing with him a wealth of experience in finance, strategy and organizational development. Mark Mayfield, CSPO, CSMVice President, Service Development & DeliveryMark joined Accruit in 2019 after a 25-year career in technology and business operations leadership. He currently leads both our Client Services and Development teams. He has played a key role in helping to expand the Client Services team during his time at Accruit. Martin S. Edwards, JD, CES®Managing DirectorMarty is one of our key subject matter experts, bringing over 35 years' experience in the 1031 exchange field. He enjoys teaching others more about the 1031 industry, including all of the historical factoids about how it has changed (and how it hasn't) over the past 100 years. He also contributes regularly to our blog, so be sure to keep an eye out for his latest articles. David Gorenberg, JD, CES®Managing DirectorA dedicated and successful professional, David Gorenberg has over twenty years of experience in business development and public speaking. His dynamic personality enables him to make effective presentations to groups both large and small, at all professional levels. David contributes regularly to our blog and hosts webinars to share his knowledge on 1031 exchanges. Max Hansen, JD, CES®Managing DirectorMax A. Hansen, a Montana native, joined Accruit after 27 years as President and CEO of American Equity Exchange, one of the first Section 1031 qualified intermediary companies in the Rocky Mountain Region. For over 40 years, Max has helped taxpayers and real estate professionals successfully complete property exchanges. Matthew C. Douglas, JDSenior DirectorAn experienced real estate attorney and litigator, Matt started his legal career trying criminal cases in Chicago. Jonathan Barge, JDSenior DirectorJonathan joined Accruit in 2022 after almost 20 years of public service in the United States Air Force and as a law enforcement officer. He is licensed to practice and an active member of the State Bar of Montana. He has been a Montana resident for over 20 years. Sean StevensDirector, TechnologySean leads our internal development team in building and managing Exchange Manager(TM), the patented software that Accruit has developed to simplify the 1031 exchange process. Noelle RogersControllerNoelle joined Accruit in 2022 as the Controller, she began her career in public accounting working primarily with Real Estate Clients. She holds a BS in Business and Economics, a Master in Accountancy, and she is a licensed CPA. Jon PerilloAccounting ManagerJon has been with Accruit since 2019 and has quickly become an integral part of the banking and finance team. Jon has created more efficient procedures and implemented a new ERP software to enhance the accounting cycle and the reporting functions even through the pandemic. Carla TemuAccountantCarla joined Accruit in 2023, she has Bachelor's in Accounting with an emphasis in Business Administration. Carla is fluent in Spanish and an integral member of the Accounting Team. Lisa TashTreasury and Accounting Administrator Karlee KilbeyDirector of MarketingKarlee is a graduate from Colorado State University in Fort Collins, with a BS in Business Marketing. She has over 13 years experience in marketing with a concentration in digital marketing from website optimization to social media marketing, as well as content management. Elliot RutterDirector, SalesElliot joined Accruit in 2022 as Director, Sales and is focused on the growth and operationalizing the Business Development team. With 12 years experience in residential real estate managing sales, partner development, and customer success teams. Marita KazosCustomer Success ManagerMarita joined Accruit in 2020 as a Client Service Specialist where she helped clients facilitate 1031 exchanges utilizing Accruit’s patented 1031 exchange workflow technology, Exchange Manager ProSM. In 2023, Marita was promoted to her new role, Customer Success Manager. She will be focused on further developing relationships to ensure success for both Exchange Manager ProSM Managed Service and SaaS Clients. Brad DuggerSenior Account ExecutiveBrad’s background in education, in combination with his sales expertise as a REALTOR®, provides him a solid foundation in the 1031 exchange industry, with his result driven track record of success, he is a valuable asset to our internal sales team. Dylan JohnsonSenior Account ExecutiveLocated in Michigan, Dylan focuses on driving company growth in the Northern Midwest through identifying new referral partners and finding new clients that can benefit from Accruit's Qualified Intermediary services. Ronnie SterlingSenior Account ExecutiveRonnie Sterling joined Accruit in 2023 as a Senior Account Executive. Prior to Accruit, Ronnie worked as a Marketing Director for a Real Estate Investment Firm where his focus was to drive business development through strategic partnerships and planning. He also holds a Real Estate License in Texas and is a partner of the Metrotex MLS. Dave TornellSenior Account ExecutiveDave Tornell joined Accruit in 2023 as a Senior Account Executive. Prior to joining Accruit, Dave was the Commercial Sales Manager for two of the nation’s largest Title Insurance companies, as well as 13 years as a Vice President at a national Qualified Intermediary. Dave's extensive knowledge of commercial real estate transactions, development, title, and 1031 exchanges provide him a solid background in his role with Accruit. Aaron ShieldsSenior Account ExecutiveAaron joined the Accruit team in 2023 as a Senior Account Executive. Aaron graduated from Iowa State University with a degree in Business Administration and Economics. Aaron brings with him nearly 20 years in Sales, with an emphasis on Tech, Finance, and Real Estate, which provides him with a deep understanding of the markets and makes him a valuable asset to the team. Chassidy GoolsbySales ExecutiveChassidy has an extensive background in real estate investment sales and business administration, which brings a unique skillset to her Sales Executive role on the Business Development team. Ben TrujilloSenior Software Developer Harold HansenSenior Software Developer Tech Lead Jason MessmoreService Development Business AnalystJason's background includes sales with a strong passion for technology. As the Service Development Business Analyst, he is responsible for gathering, refining, and managing requirement efforts for Accruit’s software development. Trevor WakemanJunior Software Developer Brynn HamiltonJunior Software Developer Noah DoranSenior Manager, Client ServicesNoah joined the Accruit team in 2023 as the Senior Manager of Client Services. Noah leads the Client Service team to ensure consistency and efficiency throughout our clients' exchanges, while maintaining Accruit's world-class Net Promoter Score. Asher AzimSenior Client Service Specialist Michele Smith, CES®Senior Client Service Specialist Shanda TurnerSenior Client Service Specialist Shannon SwansonSenior Exchange Coordinator Dina BardakhClient Service Coordinator Ashley RodgersClient Service Coordinator II Jody TomacAdministrative Assistant Pru PowersClient Service Coordinator Hannah CampClient Service Coordinator II Haylee ChristianClient Service Coordinator Darcy YeldellClient Service Coordinator SPEAK WITH US FOR FREE CHAT EMAIL CALL Board of Directors