NexMetro is built on core values that represent the best practices and experiences from seasoned professionals who have spent decades growing businesses and enhancing lives.
Together with our affiliates, we share a long-term vision for meeting the growing demands of a new consumer. Our team is opening the doors of Avilla to the world.
It is amazing what you can accomplish if you do not care who gets the credit."
Harry S. Truman
Show up authentically and synergy will meet you there."
Sanjo Jendayi
A clear vision, backed by definite plans, gives you a tremendous feeling of confidence & personal power."
Brian Tracy
The Only Place Where Success Comes Before Work Is In The Dictionary."
Vidal Sassoon
Favorite Quote: "Whether you think you can, or you think you can't - you're right."
Favorite Quote: "Life is not about waiting for the storm to pass, it's about learning to dance in the rain!" - Vivian Greene
Favorite Quote: "Food is music to the body, music is food to the heart." -Gregory David Roberts
Favorite Quote: I don't want to believe, I want to know." - Carl Sagan
Barret has experience in commercial real estate lending, brokerage, development underwriting and financial analysis. At CommLoan Inc, he was a loan consultant and transaction manager, consulting with borrowers, structuring loan requests and managing a commercial real estate loan pipeline. At Hanson Capital and BMO Harris Financial Group in, he performed financial analysis, market research and underwrote commercial, multifamily and SFR property loans. At NexMetro, Barret helps manage communications with current and prospective investors, prepares financial and performance reports and supports our fundraising efforts. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics from the University of Wisconsin – Madison Grainger School of Business where he was on the Men’s Club Golf Team, Sailing Club and Real Estate Club. His passion for golf led him to be an honors caddie at Cherry Hills Country Club in Denver. Barret today is a 5 handicap golfer and is on the Scottsdale Men’s League softball team. He enjoys downhill skiing, mountain biking, hiking and “eating the hottest Thai Food” he can find.
Favorite Quote: "If the plan doesn't work, change the plan but never the goal"
Fun Fact: I originally chose Civil Engineering as a major because of my aspirations of designing roller coasters!
Fun Fact: I'm scared of heights, but love a good rollercoaster.
Evan brings a diverse background to the team, having worked at early-stage startups across industries including computer vision media, marketplace operations, Bitcoin mining, crypto tax software, and EV tech solutions. He started his career as a finance intern at EyeEm Mobile GmbH in Berlin, Germany, then onto Minnesota to lead operations of DoorDash’s New Verticals Segment. He also worked in Bitcoin mining operations and investor communications at Compass Mining, and helped build the investor relations program at Nxu, Inc. to support the company’s Nasdaq listing. At NexMetro, Evan leads investor relations operations and strategy, overseeing reporting and investor communications and supporting capital-raising efforts for our investment offerings. Evan holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration & Finance from the University of Wisconsin–River Falls and is a former NCAA Division I men’s ice hockey goaltender for the University of Alaska–Anchorage. His passion for college hockey continues at Arizona State University, where he has served as the Goaltending Coach for the Women’s Ice Hockey team since 2023.
Favorite Quote: "Who you are tomorrow begins with that you do today." - Tim Fargo
Favorite Quote: "True humility is staying teachable, regardless of how much you already know." -Anonymous
Ryan has more than ten years of experience in relationship management, business development, fund strategy and AUM growth in the alternative investment space across diverse channels of real estate, infrastructure, and credit. Formerly with investment firms including Armature Fund Management, Walton Global Holdings and CIM Group, he has worked with RIAs, Family Offices, and other capital providers with an emphasis of developing client relationships that lead to repeat investment. At NexMetro, Ryan is focused on strengthening current investor relationships and expanding the firm’s reach among high-net-worth investors and advisors. Ryan holds an MBA from the University of Dayton School of Business and a Bachelor’s in Political Science with a minor in Business Management from California State University Channel Islands. He grew up in Simi Valley, CA, and moved to the Phoenix area 10 years ago. He and his wife have a three-year-old son, Noah, a Vizsla named Lincoln, and are expecting twins in May! Ryan enjoys all things outdoors, motorsports, traveling, wine, and “all the things that make life worth living.”
Katie has nearly 20 years of experience working in investor relations and marketing communications. Prior to founding Sharp Proposals, an investment communications consultancy, she worked with several management firms, including Mesirow Financial, Perella Weinberg Partners, TIAA (Nuveen), Barings and TA Realty Associates, across investor and client services. Throughout her tenure, she has often focused on alternatives and impact investments, and has become actively involved in women’s networks. At NexMetro, Katie is focused on current investor relationships and developing new client partnerships and business opportunities. She holds an MBA from Wake Forest University School of Business, a Master of Liberal Arts in Journalism from Harvard University Extension School, and a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Salem College. Katie lives in Charlotte, NC, with her husband and three fur children. During her free time, she is working on seeing all seven continents and modern Wonders of the World. She is also an avid hiker and Broadway enthusiast.
Favorite Quote: "Success is not final; failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts." - Winston Churchill
