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Meet the Executive Team

	Michael S. Goldstein, CHA President, CEO Michael Goldstein has more than 25 years experience managing income property, including hotels, resorts, restaurants, multi- family residences, assisted living facilities and commercial properties. His experience in hotel development is extensive, having worked on new construction and renovations, franchise negotiations and brokerage. He has also been the principal task force member for the repositioning of distressed properties for institutional lenders and numerous receivership assets. His diverse management background includes: Del Webb, Radisson, Sheraton, Candlewood, IHG, Choice and Cendant. Michael is responsible for Packard's business development, real estate and consulting services and is involved with the daily management activities of all properties. Michael is a graduate of La Salle University with a Bachelor's degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management. He is a member of the American Hotel and Lodging Association and California Hotel Association and is a licensed real estate agent in the state of California.
	Steve L. Carr Chief Financial Officer Steven has worked within the Hotel Industry for over 30 years. He served as a Corporate Controller in the construction and timeshare industries and as on-site Controller for full- service hotels. Steven contributes to multiple departments, including Human Resources, Cash Management, Due Diligence, Financial Projections, Forecasts and Construction Management. Primarily, Steven oversees financial management and accounting for hotels, HOAs and construction projects. Steven graduated from San Diego State University with a degree in Finance and later earned his MBA at National University. He is also a California General Contractor and former President of the Hospitality Financial and Technical Professionals, San Diego Chapter.
	Kevin Lamb, Esq. General Counsel Kevin serves as Packard's general counsel. In this role, he crafts all of Packard proprietary forms and participates in complex acquisitions, dispositions and work-outs. Kevin provides Packard with expert legal advice and analysis, invaluable to the strong representation of clients. Kevin specializes in all aspects of real estate law with an emphasis on the hotel and tourism-related industries. In addition to his role at Packard, Kevin is the senior partner in Lamb and Kawakami, a successful boutique transactional and business litigation firm in downtown Los Angeles. Kevin represents hotel owners, developers and financial institutions and serves development, franchise negotiation, financing, operations and dispositions. Kevin received both his J.D., cum laude, and his B.A., with honors from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor.
	John Rodgers Senior Vice President A seasoned hotel veteran of more than 30 years, John brings a wide variety of expertise to Packard Hospitality Group. Prior to joining PHG, John was the hotel portfolio manager for Florida Capital Real Estate, and prior to that he held the position of Regional Director of Operations for Interstate Hotels and Resorts, one of the nation's largest hospitality management companies. John's responsibilities at Florida Capital included: rebranding of six hotels to the Marriott and IHG brands, and acquisition and development responsibilities including ground up construction. As Regional Director of Operations for Interstate he managed full and select service hotels with national brands such as: Marriott, Hilton, IHG, Wyndham, Choice, La Quinta, Best Western and Independent hotels. During his tenure with Interstate he won several awards including General Manager of the Year. In John's diverse career he has held positions within the hotel industry including: Regional Vice President of Operations, Regional Director of Sales, General Manager, Food and Beverage Director, and Director of Sales. John is a Certified Hotel Administrator, and holds a Florida Mortgage Broker license. He received his Bachelor of Science Degree from Franklin Pierce University, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude.
	Kerry Beatty, PCAM, CCAM Managing Partner - PMG Kerry has over 15 years experience in all phases of common interest developments. In 2005, after consulting for the San Diego division of a large national homebuilder, Kerry established the DRE and HOA Services Department for the builder, which worked with all new communities including mixed-use projects in the urban environment. The department oversaw the formation of the communities and comprehensive review of legal documents and budgets and interfaced with all communities, current and transitioning, as well as prior established developments. She has acquired particular expertise in common area turnover and transition, fire protection/life & safety issues. At PMG, Kerry oversees the operations of the Association Management Division, business development and for setup/transitioning for all new communities. Kerry has been a featured speaker for the California Association of Community Managers(CCAM) and the Community Associations Institute (CAI) and has the CCAM, PCAM and AMS designations from both organizations respectively and is certified through the National Board of Certification for Community Association Managers (NBC-CAM). Kerry currently serves on the San Diego Chapter of the CAI Board of Directors and the Chapter's Education Committee.
	Ruby Gurrola Vice President of Human Resources As the Vice President of Human Resources, Ruby plays a key role in integrating the latest HR initiatives in alignment with the strategic goals of the company. Ruby provides invaluable services to both the company and its team members for implementation of effective training and development, efficient processes and monitoring legal compliance. Ruby has more than 6 years of human resources and managerial experience in the retail and post-secondary education fields and is a member of the Society for Human Resource Management. Ruby has her Bachelor's degree in International Business from San Diego State University and her MBA with an emphasis in Human Resources from National University.
	Jessica Porter Vice President of Finance - PHG Jessica has been working in the hospitality industry for more than nine years, primarily focusing on the areas of accounting and financial analysis. Her experience with acquisitions enables her to ensure a smooth transition between operations and accounting. Jessica's primary role as the Vice President of Finance for Packard Hospitality Group is the financial analysis of the revenues and expenses for the properties, as well as assisting in business development. Her area of responsibility includes the preparation of Financial Projection, Due Diligence, the Implementation of Systems, Forecasting and Ad-Hoc Analysis. Jessica has her Bachelor's degree in Business Finance from San Diego State University
	Alethea Kessler Vice President of Sales and Marketing - PHG Alethea has over 12 years of Sales and Marketing experience at brands including Hilton, Starwood, Ritz- Carlton and independent properties. Before joining PHG, Alethea was the Area Director of Business Travel for Manhattan Hilton properties overseeing the Doubletree Times Square, Doubletree Metropolitan, Embassy Suites Hotel NYC, Hampton and Hilton Garden Inn Times Square. Prior to this, Alethea was the Director of Sales and Marketing at the Embassy Suites New York City. Alethea's previous experience includes sales management and strategy for direct sales and marketing revenue. Alethea's primary responsibility at PHG is to strategically support and develop the direct sales effort for all hotels in the Packard portfolio by monitoring sales and marketing initiatives. Alethea has a Bachelor's degree in Communications/Advertising and Public Relations from Penn State University. Alethea also received sales excellence and leadership awards for Hilton Hotels and Embassy Suites 2004, 2006, and 2007.
	Jeremy Pinkerton Vice President of Revenue Management - PHG Jeremy has over 12 years of revenue management experience at brands including: The Waldorf-Astoria, Hilton, Doubletree, and Westin. Before joining PHG, Jeremy was the Director of Revenue Management at the Westin New York at Times Square. Her previous experience includes revenue management execution and strategy for room revenue, food outlets, and catering revenue streams. Jeremy was a Rising Star Award recipient from Oklahoma State University in 2007. Jeremy also received revenue management awards for the annual #1 Revenue Management Team Scorecard for Hilton Hotels 2005 and the Waldorf-Astoria Team Impact Award 2007. Jeremy's primary role at Packard is the development and oversight of all revenue generating initiatives and strategies for the properties. Jeremy has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Hotel Restaurant Administration from Oklahoma State University as well as an MBA from Metropolitan College of New York including Study Abroad Management Program in Europe.
	Amy Schraeder Vice President of Operations - PRI Amy Schraeder brings over 16 years of experience in commercial real estate and management of office, retail, and industrial properties. As Vice President of Operations, Amy is responsible for managing all aspects of PRIs portfolio of properties, including client and tenant relations, property inspections, lease and contract administration, contract review, rent collections, and financial review and budgeting. Moreover, Amy provides valuable expertise in the management of capital improvements, including roof replacement, HVAC renovations and tenant improvements. Prior to joining Packard Realty, Amy worked at Cushman & Wakfield as a Senior Property Manager. Amy earned her Bachelor's Degree from Cal State Northridge. Amy also holds a real estate license and is currently pursuing her Real Property Administrator (RPA®) designation through the Building Owners & Managers Institute.
	Susan Williams Vice President of Finance - PRI Susan Williams brings 23 years of experience in commercial real estate. As the Vice President of Finance for Packard Realty, Inc. she is responsible for all aspects of accounting including lease review and abstracts, tenant audits, operating expense reconciliations, monthly reporting, lease and financial database management and supervision of the accounts receivable and payable functions. In addition, Susan analyzes tenant billings to ensure accuracy and to enhance operating expense recovery. She also reviews and manages the establishment of new properties in the accounting system. Prior to working at Packard, Susan worked for Cushman & Wakfield. Susan has a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, as well as a California Real Estate License. She has also attended numerous professional development courses, including continuing educational seminars offered by BOMA and Deloitte and Touche.
	Lane Greenberg Corporate Director of Security - PHG With over 28 years in law enforcement, his diverse background includes knowledge and experience in: homeland security, risk management and asset protection. His career has spanned patrol assignments in South Central Los Angeles, Detective Supervisor, Risk Management Civil Litigation Manager and responsibility for the security operation of multiple courthouse venues throughout Los Angeles County. Lane's primary role at Packard is to oversee and monitor risk management, safety and security programs for all hotel properties. Lane establishes a highly visible presence for the vital functions of all risk. Lane is a graduate of the California Peace Officers Leadership Institute. He has earned his B.A. in Public Administration from the University of La Verne and a Masters Degree in Human Resources. management components. He is tasked with oversight of the company's assets and personnel, as well as to serve as a liaison to the properties Executive Teams in managing safety and security programs of each property.