Stack Urban

Real Estate Design + Development

Team Stack is a Seattle-based real estate partner with deep expertise in urban infill development, investment, and finance. With a proven track record and decades of combined experience, Stack is known for delivering thoughtful, high-impact projects that prioritize quality, sustainability, and community. 

Founded by Ben Rutkowski, Patrick Cobb, and Wanjing Xiao, Stack brings complementary strengths across engineering, architecture, and urban planning. From single-family neighborhoods to complex mixed-use developments, the team transforms underutilized spaces into lasting places where people live, connect, and grow.

ePropertyCare

Technology Design + Development

ePropertyCare is a trusted partner in smart property management, offering end-to-end technology solutions that simplify operations, enhance resident experiences, and boost long-term asset value. With 20+ years of expertise, the company serves multifamily, student housing, build-to-rent, and single-family rentals nationwide—supporting both retrofits and new construction. 

Backed by industry-leading customer support, ePropertyCare ensures smooth integration, staff training, and resident adoption of smart home tech. Their unified platform empowers property managers to control devices across multiple properties—transforming how buildings are run and experienced.

Chris Peifer

Real Estate Technology

Chris is a seasoned tech executive with 20+ years of experience leading cloud-based services across consumer, government, healthcare, and real estate sectors. He has driven over $1B in enterprise and consumer sales and held executive roles including CEO, CSO, and CRO, with leadership spanning sales, business development, and strategy.  

His career highlights include scaling an e-reading platform to $200M in annual revenue, launching a social network adopted by 60,000+ households, and incubating a tech division supporting a $2B real estate pipeline. Chris is known for forging high-stakes partnerships and navigating dynamic, fast-growth environments. He holds a BA in Communications from Vanderbilt University.

Lydia Hattrup

Marketing + Operations

Lydia is a marketing and operations leader with 15+ years of experience driving growth across fintech, consumer products, and SaaS. She specializes in building high-impact marketing strategies and guiding organizations through rapid scale, from early-stage startups to established companies. 

She’s held senior roles including VP of Marketing at Buzz Points and has led digital strategy, brand development, and go-to-market execution for a wide range of clients through her consulting work. Lydia holds a BA in Business and Economics from Wheaton College and an MBA from UT Austin’s McCombs School of Business.

Ashley Kimbell

Strategy + Business Development

Ashley is a strategic consultant with deep experience at the intersection of technology, operations, and organizational growth. She began her career in software development and spent nearly two decades advising federal agencies on resilience, cybersecurity, and innovation. 

She later supported Austin tech startups in talent and growth strategy, and now leads her own consulting practice—partnering with real estate operators, tech firms, and mission-driven organizations to align strategy with execution. Ashley holds a BBA in Management Information Systems from the University of Oklahoma.

Leah Paulo

Research + Administration

Leah is a versatile professional with a background in education, real estate, and entrepreneurship. She began her career as an educator, later gaining experience in client service, short-term rental management, and launching a successful children’s resale business. 

Known for her organization, attention to detail, and proactive mindset, Leah brings adaptability and a strong commitment to excellence to every role. She holds a BA and teaching certification from Loyola University Chicago.

Jeff McQueen

Jeff is President of Shea Homes and a key leader behind the success of its Trilogy brand, which he helped scale into a multistate, 2,000+ closings-per-year operation in the 55+ active adult market. 

Over his 25+ years at Shea, Jeff has held senior roles across operations, finance, and land strategy—playing a pivotal role in sourcing over $1.6B in capital and co-launching Shea Capital, a $1.2B equity fund with CalPERS. He brings deep expertise in strategic planning, capital markets, and large-scale development. Jeff holds a BA from Whitman College and an MBA from ASU’s W. P. Carey School of Business.

Ryan Diepenbrock

Ryan is an experienced entrepreneur and financial strategist with a track record of scaling businesses and unlocking new market opportunities. Before founding StoryBuilt, he served as CFO at iTax Group, where he led the company through rapid growth and a successful acquisition by First American Corp. 

At StoryBuilt, Ryan transformed a small rental portfolio into a $1B+ real estate development platform, leading expansion into new markets, securing capital partnerships, and driving long-term value creation. He brings deep expertise in financial operations, deal structuring, and strategic growth. Ryan holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s in Accounting from Arizona State University.

Jeffrey Mah

Jeffery Mah, CFA, is a finance executive with deep expertise across homebuilding, real estate, and capital markets. As VP of Finance at Highland Homes, he leads FP&A, treasury, and capital strategy for one of Texas’s top builders. 

With over 15 years of experience, Jeffery has held senior roles at StoryBuilt, CBRE, and Ashford Hospitality Trust, driving growth through M&A, corporate finance, and structured transactions. He’s a CFA charterholder with a hands-on leadership style that blends financial discipline with operational execution. Jeffery holds an engineering degree from Princeton and an MBA from TCU.