OUR VISION

To be a world-class leader in building exceptional people and out-of-the-ordinary wealth—a wealth of life including peace of mind, character, strong relationships, as well as financial growth.

Wilkinson Family of Companies specializes in commercial real estate transactions, managing the acquisition and disposition of multifamily apartment and student residential complexes, senior living communities, office and industrial buildings, and development projects on behalf of investors.

THE NUMBERS

Over $1.9 billion total portfolio
More than 120 properties acquired
More than 80 have gone full cycle
16 properties developed or co-developed

OUR VISION

To be a world-class leader in building exceptional people and out-of-the-ordinary wealth—a wealth of life including peace of mind, character, strong relationships, as well as financial growth.

The Wilkinson Family of Companies specializes in commercial real estate transactions, having managed the acquisition and disposition of multifamily apartment and student residential complexes, senior living communities, office and industrial buildings, and development projects on behalf of investors.

THE NUMBERS

More than $2.2 billion total portfolio
More than 120 properties acquired
More than 80 have gone full cycle
16 properties developed or co-developed

OUR PEOPLE

Our greatest assets are the people with whom we work—we place a huge priority on delivering an outstanding experience to our residents, do everything we can to exceed our investors’ expectations, passionately value our team members, and work to find ways of expressing this ideal. These are the pursuits that drive us to be the best at what we do.

Russell L. Wilkinson
FOUNDER AND CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD

Russ has been involved in construction, rehabilitation, and ownership of rental investment properties for more than 30 years, launching his entrepreneurial career at age 17 as a painting contractor to pay for college. He has since been closely involved in many of his family’s business ventures (including Quest International, a hotel savings program); a board member at his church; and with local branches of the Red Cross and Rotary International.

Lonnie P. Gienger
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Lonnie searches for and develops new business opportunities with WFOC’s 360 Impact focus, as well as presenting on building strong, multigenerational family legacy. Previously, he served as WC’s president and oversaw the Company’s expansion into the senior living market. Prior to joining WC, he was cofounder/chair and president of two strategic management and executive coaching firms for leaders around the country.

James T. Wilkinson
PRESIDENT

Jim began with the company in 2003 as vice president of marketing, developing required documents and related materials for the company’s investment funds. Jim also helped identify and raise equity for many of the company’s investments. As president he focuses on the company’s objectives and vision, oversees the company’s overall administration, and also works to secure capital from international and domestic sources. Prior to Wilkinson Corporation, Jim played critical roles in his family’s other ventures including Quest International, a hotel affinity club with over 4.5 million members world-wide.

Taylor Hall
CHIEF Financial OFFICER

Taylor provides a unique mix of skills, experience, and knowledge, having worked in multiple industries. Prior to joining WC, Taylor served as CFO of Heritage University in Toppenish, WA. During his tenure there, he achieved annualized expense reductions of $5.3 million and improved NOI by over $3.3 million, while implementing processes that improved accuracy and timing of departmental budgets and financial statements. Taylor holds an MBA from Washburn University (Topeka, KS) and a Bachelor of Science degree in management information systems from Brigham Young University. He is also fluent in Spanish.

George Waymire
CHIEF INVESTMENT OFFICER

George leads the transaction team through the due diligence, acquisition, refinance, and disposition of the company’s real estate portfolio. Since joining the Company, he has overseen the acquisition of more than $850 million of commercial real estate. Previously, he owned a photography/marketing business and also worked in the construction industry.

Justin P. Du Bruille
CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER

Justin oversees all aspects of the company’s legal affairs. Since joining Wilkinson Corporation in 2012, he has been involved in over $500 million in real estate transactions, including all aspects of property-level due diligence, debt financing, and private fund formation. Justin is a trusted advisor, regularly providing legal and business advice on various corporate matters. He holds an undergraduate degree in Business from Walla Walla University and a Juris Doctor from Gonzaga University School of Law.

David McKinney
Vice President Investor Relations and Capital Markets

David started at Wilkinson Development, LLC in 2007 as senior vice president of operations. In his current role, he oversees much of the investor and partner interaction and communication. He also handles the strategic development of Wilkinson’s various real estate funds. Prior to Wilkinson, David worked as a risk manager and financial advisor for Morgan Stanley, developing a thorough understanding of capital markets and insight into structuring solutions suited to the unique circumstances individual investors face. He also spent nine years as a senior project manager at a global disaster recovery firm.

Dana Smith
Vice President Asset Management

Joining the Company in 2007, Dana brings expertise in business operations, banking, and finance. After college, he worked in building demolition and construction accounting for nine years. Following that, he worked as fleet accounting manager for the Dollar Rent A Car licensee for Seattle and Portland. He managed the companies’ banking facilities in excess of $70 million, handled accounting for more than $1.3 billion of total fleet transactions in 14 years, coordinated corporate litigation, and also served as computer systems administrator.

Dale Schwandt
Vice President Financial Analytics

Dale oversees the financial underwriting and analysis for WC’s real estate investments, including multifamily property acquisitions, real estate development, and many aspects of the Company’s investment endeavors. Dale brings more than 35 years of experience in senior leadership roles in finance, accounting, and analysis, primarily engaged in investment banking, venture capital, enterprise startups as CFO, and commercial real estate acquisition and development projects. His experience includes senior roles at Montgomery Securities in San Francisco, Intellectual Ventures®, and Russell Investments (formerly Frank Russell Company).

Russell L. Wilkinson
FOUNDER AND CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD

Russ has been involved in construction, rehabilitation, and ownership of rental investment properties for more than 30 years, launching his entrepreneurial career at age 17 as a painting contractor to pay for college. He has since been closely involved in many of his family’s business ventures (including Quest International, a hotel savings program); a board member at his church; and with local branches of the Red Cross and Rotary International.

Lonnie P. Gienger
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER