Section: Development

  • Emma Olgard-Rufin

    Emma Olgard-Rufin

    Emma began her real estate career in 2013 with CBRE Asset Services, managing Class A high-rise buildings in Seattle’s Central Business District. After three years in commercial property management, she transitioned into affordable multi-family brokerage, joining the CBRE Affordable Housing team. Emma spent three years as a Financial Analyst before advancing to the role of…

  • Trevor Martinez

    Trevor Martinez

    Trevor Martinez is the Development Manager for the Midwest region.

  • Lauren Baker

    Lauren Baker

    Lauren Baker is one of the newest members of the Devco Development Team in Bellevue, WA! As a Transaction Analyst, Lauren supports the transaction process and lifecycle. Lauren has over ten years of comprehensive leadership experience in compliance & operational support. She prides herself on her analytical, organizational, and communication skills. She is looking forward…

  • Shawna Mori

    Shawna Mori

    Shawna joined Devco at the end of 2022 as Executive Assistant to President of Development David Ratliff. Her main responsibilities include providing support to David, working on projects for the development team and other operational items.   Before joining Devco, Shawna spent 7 years working in Seattle’s residential real estate industry. She was Executive Assistant…

  • David Wallace

    David Wallace

    David has over 3 years of Section 42 underwriting experience. Prior to joining the team at DevCo, David worked for National CORE, a non-profit community builder specializing in affordable, multifamily, mixed-income, senior, workforce, and special needs housing. David’s work included valuing over $2.5 billion worth of Section 42 assets, sourcing acquisition assets, performing research into…

  • Lindsay Kruse

    Lindsay Kruse

    With Lindsay’s diverse background in multi-family real estate, residential real estate, and corporate and real estate law, she brings a unique blend of analytical expertise, legal insight, and client-focused service to all stages of the transaction process—from acquisition and due diligence to closing. Experienced in transaction management, Lindsay effectively oversees complex deals, coordinating seamlessly between…

  • Jack Jensen

    Jack Jensen

    Jack Jensen joined Devco in July 2022 as a Development Associate working across the Midwest and Southwest. His responsibilities include evaluating the feasibility of Section 42 new construction and rehabilitation projects, helping to secure their financing, and supporting them throughout construction. Prior to joining DevoCo, Jack spent 2 years with a LIHTC developer based in…

  • Nick LaCoul

    Nick LaCoul

    Nick LaCoul joined DevCo in July 2022 where he serves as a Development Associate covering the Southwest Region. Nick’s responsibilities include analyzing new multifamily Section 42 development and acquisition opportunities, securing financing for projects, and aiding with projects throughout construction. Prior to joining DevCo, Nick spent 5 years working at KeyBank Real Estate Capital (NYSE:…

  • Nick Storlie

    Nick Storlie

    Nick Storlie joined DevCo in January 2022 where he serves as an Acquisition Analyst focusing on the Midwest. Storlie is responsible for underwriting new multifamily development and acquisition opportunities, securing financing for new acquisitions and developments, and aiding with projects throughout construction. Storlie holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from St. Cloud State University.…

  • DALTON ARNDT

    DALTON ARNDT

    Dalton Arndt serves as The Northwest Development Manager at Devco Residential Group (DRG), bringing 10 years of experience in multifamily development. With a Bachelor’s in Environmental Design from Montana State University and a Master of Science in Real Estate from Georgetown University, Dalton plays a vital role in driving DRG’s growth by leading programs across…

  • CHASE HUBER

    CHASE HUBER

    Chase has been working in the multifamily real estate industry for over 6 years. During his career, he has worked on both market-rate and affordable housing acquisition/rehab projects and has several years of experience in ground-up development. In his prior role, Chase was responsible for overseeing a portfolio of acquisition/rehab projects in the Pacific Northwest…

  • GRIFFIN HITZEL

    GRIFFIN HITZEL

    Griffin has over 4 years of Section 42 underwriting experience. Prior to joining the team at DevCo, Griffin worked for CBRE Affordable Housing, the largest broker of Section 42 properties nationwide. Griffin’s work included valuing over $3.5 billion worth of Section 42 assets, as well as managing the valuation pipeline for CBRE Affordable Housing’s top-producing…

  • David Ratliff

    David Ratliff

    David grew up in real estate brokerage and has focused on many aspects of real estate development. He has dedicated his career to providing quality housing for people who need it most. As a leader of DevCo, LLC and DevCo Preservation, LLC he makes this commitment a reality. He is committed to empowering his team…

  • MICHAEL VOLZ

    MICHAEL VOLZ

    Michael Volz joined DevCo in 2019 where he serves as the Finance Manager. As Finance Manager, Michael oversees the underwriting, sourcing of debt and sourcing of tax credit equity for DevCo’s new construction properties in Washington State. Additionally, he is responsible for sourcing, underwriting and financing the acquisition and rehabilitation of existing multi-family properties. During…