About Us
CCC Dallas is a 501(c)(3) charity that sponsors a smaller, local charity for each of our events. Our purpose is simple: Connecting local CRE professionals while giving back to the community.
Our Mission
Our mission is to foster a thriving community of Commercial Real Estate (CRE) professionals by facilitating meaningful connections, promoting collaboration, and driving industry excellence. We are committed to creating a network where knowledge is shared, opportunities are unlocked, and relationships are built on trust and mutual respect. Beyond our professional endeavors, we strive to give back to the communities we serve, leveraging our collective expertise and resources to make a positive impact. Through integrity, innovation, and a passion for progress, we empower CRE professionals to achieve their full potential while contributing to the greater good.
Our Vision
Our vision is to become the premier network for Commercial Real Estate (CRE) professionals, where lasting connections lead to transformative opportunities and a positive impact on communities. We envision a future where collaboration and shared values drive the success of our members, and where our collective efforts extend beyond the industry to create lasting change in the world. By bridging the gap between business excellence and community service, we aspire to set a new standard for leadership and responsibility within the CRE sector.
Board of Directors
Brad Brown
Brad is the President and Founder of Contractors Closers and Connections of Dallas launching the 7th chapter of the CCC brand in November of 2022. In March of 2025, he joined JLL as Vice President for Project & Development Services in the Dallas area, Brad is responsible for ensuring client interests are represented throughout the entire project delivery process. This comprehensive role involves overseeing and managing multiple aspects of complex real estate projects from inception to completion. Brad leads the development and refinement of project budgets and schedules, ensuring they align with client objectives and market realities. Brad plays a crucial role in the selection and management of design teams, leveraging his industry expertise to assemble the most qualified professionals for each project. Throughout the design phase, he is responsible for conducting thorough reviews of design and construction documents, ensuring adherence to client specifications, building codes, and industry best practices.
Brad started his construction career at Home Depot where he worked for 20 years, from there he joined JLL working on several programs including the Garden Ridge to At Home rebranding. At Home Stores brought him on staff as the Senior Director of Design & Construction where he and his team tripled their store count. Brad joined the FMGI, Inc. team in 2020 as their Dallas Division Manager then slid into the Business Development Manager roll. Brad is currently affiliated with Contractors, Closers and Connections of Fort Worth, ICSC and CREW Dallas.
Brad is passionate about putting smiles on the faces of children and adults with special needs. He attends events across the nation “in character” to spread those smiles around.
Chris Nieto
Chris brings over a decade of experience building strong partnerships across the commercial real estate, construction, and design industries. At Integra Premier Construction, a family-owned general contractor based in Waxahachie, Chris leads business development efforts—connecting with developers, architects, and owners to deliver successful projects across healthcare, office, retail, and light industrial markets.
Known for his collaborative approach and genuine passion for people, Chris is a connector at heart. He’s proud to be the Executive Vice President of CCC Dallas (Contractors, Connections & Closers) in Dallas, a networking group that bridges professionals across the built environment.
When he’s not out making introductions or visiting project sites, you’ll find Chris spending time with his family, cheering on Dallas sports teams, or catching a good movie.
Delaina Tabor
Delaina Tabor is a Client Development Specialist with McAdams, a full-service civil engineering firm, where she focuses on cultivating relationships and driving growth in the DFW market. She began her academic journey at Mississippi College and earned her degree in Communication Studies with a Political Science emphasis from the University of Southern Mississippi in just three years.
Delaina’s career began in the legal field, drafting contracts and assisting with civil and criminal cases. She later transitioned to Nashville, joining a national building envelope firm, where she managed contracts for 14 offices and eventually moved into business development—relocating to Dallas–Fort Worth to support the firm’s expansion.
At McAdams, Delaina leverages her cross-industry experience to connect with architects, developers, and owners, actively engaging in the AEC and CRE communities through committee work and organizational involvement.
Jason Hanlin
Jason Hanlin is a Construction Project Manager – Owner’s Representative at AG|CM Project Management, with over 20+ years of Retail, Construction, Building Products, and Commercial Real Estate Development experience, in sales, operations, sales management, and project management. He was a previous owner and COO of a local window coverings franchise. He is OSHA-10 and OSHA-30 certified, and is in the process of earning his Registered Roof Observer (RRO), Project Management Professional (PMP), and PMI-CP (Construction Professional) designations. He was also nominated as the PMI-CP Partnerships & Community Engagement Lead in Texas as a statewide strategy to strengthen relationships with industry partners, academic institutions, and statewide organizations essential to expanding PMI-CP’s visibility across Texas.. He is a true professional connector and an entrepreneurial mind. He grew up in construction, through the success and impact his late father had in the construction industry nationwide.
AG|CM is proud to provide a wide range of construction management and estimating services to clients all over Texas and beyond. We are sought out by clients for our extensive market experience and for our ability to deliver projects on-time and within budget. AG|CM is proud to be a diverse group of professionals who are passionate about advocating for our clients’ needs and best interests when acting as their representative, trusted advisor, and partner.
Our mission is to be our client’s trusted partner and advisor, providing professional preconstruction and project management services, by leading projects and delivering outcomes that exceed their expectations.
Justin Lewis
Justin Lewis demonstrated his passion in the assurance services department upon joining LGT. As a
managing auditor, Justin oversees the work performed by professional staff and serves as the primary
link between the professional staff, principal, partner, and the client. He has a comprehensive
knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) financial statements as well as a
thorough understanding of audit practices in accordance with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards
(GAAS).Justin works with audit teams through the planning, management, and success of
engagements. He also continues to garner experience in single audit compliance by performing audits
of NFPs under OMB requirements, along with consulting with NFPs to ensure compliance with federal
regulations and audit readiness. Justin specializes in not-for-profit, construction, single audit, and
employee benefit plan niche-focused areas. Additionally, he consults with clients on internal controls,
emphasizing efficiency and productivity.
Executive Team
Alex Salvo
Alex Salvo is a results driven business development leader and serves as the Director of Speaker Engagements for Contractors, Closers & Connections (CCC). With a decade of experience spanning accounting services, executive search, with a construction/real estate focus, she has a talent for building relationships and connecting bold voices to the right audiences. Alex holds a degree in Business Communications from Florida International University, which laid the foundation for her ability to make impactful connections.
As the Director of Business Development at Lane Gorman Trubitt in Dallas/Fort Worth, Alex focuses on supporting small- to mid-sized clients in the construction, real estate, manufacturing, logistics, and nonprofit sectors. LGT is a 75-year-old firm with deep roots in the Dallas community, known for its commitment to locally owned businesses and foundations. The firm serves as a trusted financial partner, helping clients grow and thrive by providing dependable accounting resources—so business leaders can focus on what they do best. LGT also takes great pride in its philanthropic efforts and remains deeply committed to giving back to the community it calls home.
Alex is especially passionate about supporting veteran-owned businesses and creating pathways for their growth and success—both through her firm’s services and community partnerships.
In this role, Alex leverages her high energy, creative edge, and straight-shooting style to bring a unique blend of professionalism and personality to every interaction—whether she’s sourcing speakers for CCC or helping clients scale with smart financial strategy. She takes pride in creating opportunities for real conversations to happen, authentic relationships to grow, and for good people to win.
Erik Lopez
Erik Lopez serves as an Executive at Elevate Commercial Investment Group, bringing over a decade of business development experience to the role. His expertise drives strategic growth in Real Estate investments and construction. Known for identifying new business opportunities and building strong partnerships, Erik has played a key role in expanding market presence and increasing revenue streams.
Before his tenure at Elevate Commercial Investment Group, Erik helmed his own Real Estate Company, orchestrating successful go-to-market strategies and navigating intricate contracts with clients and investors. His expertise in construction and competitive intelligence has enabled him to stay ahead of industry trends and capitalize on emerging market opportunities.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Erik is a devoted husband and father of four. His interests span motorcycles, gym workouts, hiking, running, skydiving, and networking. With a background as a retired firefighter, Erik’s passion for aiding others has been a driving force throughout his career. In his current role, he remains dedicated to delivering value, fostering impactful relationships, and steering sustainable growth for Elevate Commercial Investment Group.
James Phillips
James is an experienced professional in the civil engineering industry, with over 8 years of expertise in land development design. He works for Urban Strategy, a civil, survey, and traffic engineering firm that specializes in a wide range of projects, from small retail developments to large-scale industrial land designs. James is committed to pushing Urban strategy to its full growth potential by using the company’s core motto, “People over Profit,” and believes in prioritizing his clients, taking the time to understand their needs and ensuring their projects are handled with care and attention. His approach is built around community impact, sustainable practices, and the belief that everyone involved deserves to be prioritized. Outside of his professional career, James is passionate about giving back and is an advocate for autism awareness, actively seeking opportunities to support and raise awareness for the cause.
Joan Meeks
With over 13 years of experience in environmental project management and recycling, my professional focus is on driving sustainable solutions in collaboration with corporations, governmental entities, and manufacturers. As the Business Development Manager at Universal Recycling Technologies – URT Texas, I am committed to advancing responsible recycling programs and building high-volume infrastructures to divert toxic electronics from landfills. A dedicated advocate for zero waste and landfill diversion, I leverage expertise in commodities recycling, account relation building, and program planning to enable organizations to achieve their sustainability goals. My work is guided by a mission to promote a circular economy, ensuring environmental health and safety through responsible practices and impactful programs.
Michaela Glendening
Michaela Glendening is a connector at heart and serves as the Director of Marketing & Social Media for Contractors, Closers & Connections (CCC) Dallas. A proud Texas Tech University alumna with a background in human resources and marketing, she brings a people-first perspective to everything she does – whether fostering workplace culture, curating digital content, or building community through service.
As an HR Generalist at ARCO/Murray, a national design-build general contractor, Michaela partners with project teams to support professional growth and culture. Her experience in the construction industry has shown her that collaboration and genuine relationships are the foundation of success.
Michaela is especially passionate about supporting students as they prepare to enter the workforce, helping them build confidence and career readiness through mentorship, education, and community involvement. In her role with CCC Dallas, she combines her creative eye with her passion for people to highlight member stories, community partnerships, and the charitable efforts that make CCC more than just a networking group.
Shadan Buckalew
Shadan is now in the Environmental consulting industry! She is very excited to make an impact in this industry by employing her skills, experience, and leadership. Previously, Shadan has been in the land surveying business for eighteen years. She was introduced to surveying when her sales and marketing skills and business acumen and tenacity as a self-employed and highly motivated one-woman business were recognized, and in her initial four years with the first surveying company, she not only increased their business tenfold, but also taught herself all about the operations side of the surveying business.
Shadan holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering degree, giving her an edge in knowledge and understanding the technical side of surveying – indeed, of any business – and has extensive experience from collaborating with her father in his company from an early age and later having had her own business for many years. Shadan has a passion to help, to lead, and to mentor people and provide excellent service. This knowledge and experience took her to the next twelve years of her surveying career, where she grew a very small land surveying company into a much larger and successful surveying company in the industry, and she frequently taught seminars presenting land surveying fundamentals and processes to real estate professionals.
Throughout her career, Shadan has pursued professional networking opportunities as a means of bettering her business approach, expanding the professional reach of her association colleagues and her own, and striving for excellence in leadership. Along the way, she has been an active member in all, and has held officer positions in many of those networking associations – including building one from the ground up – and she continues to pursue leadership opportunities to serve association members.
Shadan thrives on challenges and can help grow any company to expand into other regions of Texas while improving the overall operations processes and procedures to achieve ultimate efficiency and scalability.
Stefana Naicu
Stefana is an experienced Sales Executive with a proven history of success in the building materials industry and international markets. She is skilled in sales, negotiation, and market research, and brings strong expertise in program and project management.
She holds a Master’s degree in Marketing Strategies from Universitatea Babeș-Bolyai in Cluj-Napoca, Romania, a Continuing Education Certificate in Digital Marketing from the University of Texas at Austin, and a scholarship in the Emerging Leaders Programme from the London School of Economics.
With a background in international projects and sales roles at Helvex, Stefana now serves as Head of Helvex USA, leading operations and driving the company’s market expansion and positioning across the United States.
A dynamic and passionate leader, Stefana is deeply committed to team development, quality standards, and excellence. She is also an advocate for the growth and empowerment of women in traditionally male-dominated industries such as construction, real estate, and architecture. A true global citizen, Stefana works with purpose and passion to help Helvex USA achieve its ambitious goals for expansion and impact in the U.S. market.
Ambassadors
AJ Vega
AJ Vega advises executives and complex organizations at the intersection of growth, risk, and strategy
Having built businesses before advising them, AJ brings an operator’s perspective to helping leaders navigate complexity, protect enterprise value, and position their organizations for sustainable growth.
As a trusted advisor, AJ is known for connecting the right people, asking the right questions, and fostering relationships that create lasting value.
As a CCC Dallas Ambassador, he looks forward to strengthening the commercial real estate and construction community by connecting leaders, sharing ideas, and helping create opportunities that benefit the industry as a whole.
Brad Law
Brad Law is the Business Development Manager for CESG’s Service and Special Projects division. He started his electrical career as an apprentice, spending many years in the field to gain valuable expertise in electrical systems. Now a Journeyman and Master Electrician, Brad oversees all strategic and operational marketing and customer relationship activities. Additionally, Brad works closely with the technical team to provide accurate project estimates, propose innovative solutions, and optimize the design-build process, ultimately contributing to the firm’s reputation for excellence and reliability in electrical contracting services. On a personal level, Brad is a loving husband and father, and enjoys coaching track and playing golf when time permits.
Justin Hitt
Justin Hitt is a passionate consultant in the facilities management sector of the commercial real estate world, working for CBRE in a solutions-oriented role to help clients overcome their operational challenges. Understanding that facilities are the places most of us enjoy and experience our lives, Justin seeks to make them better, kinder and of course more efficient.
On a personal level, Justin is a loving stepfather to 3 wonderful children, an eternal optimist and his dog’s #1 fan. He is always ready to meet new people and looks forward to meeting you at our next CCC event.
Laura Konz
As a Small Business Consultant with Reliant Energy, Laura helps businesses navigate their energy needs by providing customized solutions, contract renewals, new service setup, account management, and ongoing support. She works closely with business owners, property managers, commercial contractors, and real estate professionals to ensure a seamless customer experience while helping clients manage costs and operational efficiency..
Prior to her role in the energy industry, Laura held leadership positions in business development, real estate, finance, and operations. Her diverse professional background allows her to understand the unique challenges businesses face and develop practical solutions that support long-term success.
An active member of the Dallas business community, Laura is involved with several professional organizations and networking groups focused on commercial construction, commercial real estate, and women’s leadership. She is passionate about connecting people, building partnerships, and creating opportunities that help businesses grow.
Lisa Garrison
Lisa Garrison is a Business Development Executive with more than a decade of experience driving growth, cultivating strategic partnerships, and delivering client-focused solutions across sales, marketing, and commercial development. With a strong foundation in relationship management and market strategy, she has built a career connecting clients with the resources, insights, and services needed to successfully move projects from concept to completion.
A graduate of Texas A&M University-Commerce with a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Lisa began her career in the asphalt and oil industry, where she developed expertise in market analysis, strategic planning, and business development. She later expanded into environmental engineering and consulting, where she played a key role in supporting commercial real estate initiatives spanning land acquisition, due diligence, site development, and project execution.
Throughout her career, Lisa has earned a reputation for building trust with developers, investors, contractors, engineers, and municipal stakeholders alike. Her ability to understand complex project goals, align cross-functional teams, and foster meaningful business relationships has positioned her as a valuable partner within the commercial real estate and development sectors.
Lisa’s experience spans working alongside professionals in development, industrial operations, energy, and public-sector projects, consistently delivering tailored solutions that support long-term success. Her passion for driving business growth, creating strategic opportunities, and serving as a trusted industry resource underscores her commitment to excellence.
Recognized for her professionalism, industry insight, and results-driven approach, Lisa continues to leverage her diverse background to strengthen partnerships, expand market presence, and create lasting value within the commercial real estate landscape.
Nancy Edwards
Nancy Edwards is the Director of Property Management for Epic Property Management Services. Ms. Edwards has more than 25 years of property, facilities and asset management experience, including additional expertise in environmental compliance. She most recently served as a Senior Property Manager at Madison Marquette overseeing the daily operations of a Class A high rise office building for the client Nuveen Real Estate. In this role, she also served on Nuveen’s Property Management Council where she assisted in revising and implementing property management policies and procedures for all asset teams across the country.
Prior to joining Madison Marquette, Ms. Edwards served in the role of Senior Property Manager for six (6) years on a portfolio of 18 assets totaling over 4 Million square feet of retail, medical facility, medical office, government, industrial and Class A high rise real estate assets with CBRE, an international leader in the Commercial Real Estate industry. Before coming to CBRE, she served as Property Manager on a portfolio of ten (10) medical office assets with Lincoln Harris, CSG. She started her commercial real estate career almost 26 years ago as an Assistant Property Manager with Lincoln Property Company. Over the years her growth and industry knowledge progressed as she worked with companies such as Weitzman, Gaedeke Group, and Holt Lunsford. She also served as an Asset Manager and the Environmental Compliance Manager for six (6) years with USRP, which was one of the largest restaurant-focused public REIT’s in the United States.
Nancy received her RPA designation through BOMI in 2002, her CPM designation through IREM in 2011 and is a licensed real estate sales agent in the state of Texas. She is currently affiliated with ICSC, Dallas IREM, BOMA Greater Dallas, and WIFM (Women in Facilities Management). Over the years Ms. Edwards has served on and lead numerous committees in both IREM and BOMA and has been nominated for 2 Lonestar Awards for BOMA Greater Dallas.
Preston Bodnar
Preston is a dedicated business development manager for Ultimus Engineering located in Plano, TX. In his role, he looks to not only meet client’s engineering needs, but exceed them and help create solutions that benefit the community.
On a personal level, Preston was born and raised in Dallas and attended Jesuit College Preparatory School before heading to Auburn University to graduate with a degree in finance. In his free time he loves to golf and do a multitude of activities outdoors. He is always ready to meet new people and looks forward to meeting you at our next CCC event.
Stephanie Johnson
With a solid foundation in real estate and marketing, Stephanie brings over five years of focused experience in construction and development sales. Known for her strong communication skills and client-first approach, she excels at building long lasting relationships and driving business growth through strategic sales and business development initiatives.
Stephanie has a proven track record of connecting with clients to understand their projects goals and delivering tailored solutions that align with both budget and vision. Her background in real estate gives her a unique edge in understanding market dynamics, while her marketing experience helps position projects for success from the ground up.
Driven, personable, and results-oriented, Stephanie is passionate about creating value at every stage of the development process – from initial client engagement to project handover.
Warren Hilla
Warren Hilla, PE a Principal at Dynamic Engineering Consultants, PC, brings over twenty-seven years of experience in engineering design and land development for the residential, commercial and industrial real estate industries. In 2016, Warren played a pivotal role in establishing Dynamic’s Dallas office. His dedication to providing exceptional customer service through transparency, communication and attention to detail has resulted in successful growth across the State.
Dynamic Engineering Consultants, PC is a land development consulting firm, specializing in civil engineering, land surveying, environmental, geotechnical and traffic services throughout the United States.
