Edward St. John, Founder and Chairman of St. John Properties, started the company in 1971.  Headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, St. John Properties has developed, constructed and owns more than 22 million square feet of office, flex/research & development, retail, and warehouse space, serving more than 2,500 clients in Maryland, Colorado, Louisiana, Nevada, Pennsylvania, Utah, Virginia and Wisconsin.  In addition, St. John Properties has developed residential projects. He currently owns 2,500 apartments and is involved in three large residential mixed-use projects.  St. John Properties is at the forefront of the industry with the design and construction of 82 LEED certified buildings. Today, the company’s assets are valued at more than $4 billion. St. John Properties was named the 2018 NAIOP “Developer of the Year”  for the Nation and was awarded the 2020 “Best Places to Work”  by the Baltimore Business Journal (1st Place, Large Business).

In 1998 St. John established the Edward St. John Foundation, a separate 501(c)3. The mission, “to provide financial assistance to formal education programs through the high school level,” is based on the belief that “education has the power to transform lives and provide a foundation for success.” His generosity has had a pivotal impact, providing students with opportunities to place them on the path to success. He left the Foundation Board in 2007, turning philanthropic responsibility over to the other members of the Board of Trustees. More than $65 million has been donated and pledged by the Baltimore native through his philanthropy, his company and foundation.  Equally important, his generosity has inspired others to give!

St. John has served on numerous boards and committees including the University of Maryland Medical Center, UMMC R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center, B&O Railroad Museum, Johns Hopkins Edward St. John Real Estate Program, Maryland Academy of Sciences at the Maryland Science Center, Economic Alliance of Greater Baltimore, Baltimore Economic Development Commission, and various County Planning Boards, among others.

Long recognized for his outstanding accomplishments, St. John has received numerous honors and awards. In May 2012, he was bestowed a Doctor of Public Service from his alma mater, the University of Maryland College Park, from which he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering in 1961. He was named #8 in the “Top 15”  of the 2021 “Power 100 ” for the State of Maryland.  Other awards include Maryland’s “Outstanding Philanthropist of the Year”, “Philanthropist of the Year”  for Anne Arundel County,“Maryland Entrepreneur of the Year”, been given Lifetime Achievement Awards, and inductions into to several Halls of Fame.

Mr. Maykrantz has been with St. John Properties since 1982. He held the position of Senior Vice President and Chief Financial officer prior to his appointment as President and CEO in March 2011. He oversees day-to-day functions of St. John Properties, with specific responsibilities including all phases of development, asset management, marketing, leasing and financial operations. Mr. Maykrantz holds a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, an M.B.A. from the University of Baltimore, and is a Certified Public Accountant in the State of Maryland.

Mr. Becker joined St. John Properties in 1975. Prior to his appointment of Executive Vice President in 2021, he held the positions of Vice President of Leasing and Senior Vice President. He helps support and direct the acquisitions, development, leasing and accounting departments. A graduate of Loyola University in Maryland, he holds a degree in business administration. In 2016, Becker was named NAIOP Maryland’s Lifetime Achievement Award winner.

Mr. Doordan has been with St. John Properties since 2005. He is responsible for overseeing all leasing activities in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. portfolio, as well as sourcing and evaluating potential land and building acquisition opportunities. Mr. Doordan earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from the University of Delaware and a Master of Health Administration from The George Washington University. He also earned a Master of Science degree in Real Estate from the Edward St. John Real Estate Program at the Johns Hopkins Carey Business School.

Mr. Gish joined St. John Properties in 1988 and oversees land development, design, and building construction. He earned a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from West Virginia University and an M.B.A. from Frostburg State University.

Mr. McFaul joined St. John Properties in 2014.  He is responsible for overseeing a dedicated team of property management professionals and all property management activities in the company’s Greater Baltimore-Washington portfolio.  Mr. McFaul spent the previous twenty-five years with two national REITs and most recently served as Divisional Vice President for a commercial real estate firm in the Washington, DC Metro area. Mr. McFaul holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration and a M.B.A. in Finance from Loyola University Maryland.

Mr. Pilon, who joined St. John Properties in 1997, manages development projects in Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Carroll and Howard counties. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Maryland and is a licensed professional engineer.

Ms. Rice has been with the company since 2000. She develops and executes all financial strategies, planning and forecasting initiatives to continue the company’s fiscal stability and long-term growth. Ms. Rice earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Mount St. Mary’s College and is a Certified Public Accountant in the State of Maryland.

Mr. Fax has been with St. John Properties since 1987. He is responsible for all the company’s activities in Wisconsin. He holds a B.B.A. degree and an M.S. in real estate from the University of Wisconsin.

Ms. Harlander, who joined St. John Properties in 2016, is responsible for all operations of St. John Properties Texas. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Law and American Civilization from Towson University, and a Master’s degree in Real Estate and Infrastructure from The Johns Hopkins University Carey Business School.

Mr. Holbrook joined St. John Properties in 2009. As Regional Partner, he directs the comprehensive acquisition, development, construction, leasing, and asset/property management activities for the firm’s portfolio in Virginia and in Central Maryland including Frederick, Montgomery, and Washington counties. Mr. Holbrook has nearly three decades of diverse experience in the commercial real estate industry and holds a Bachelor of Science from East Carolina University and a Masters in Business Administration in Real Estate and Finance from American University in Washington, D.C. Mr. Holbrook is active in numerous professional and civic organizations including NAIOP Virginia and he has served as adjunct faculty/lecturer at the graduate real estate programs of Georgetown University and John Hopkins University.

Mr. Jenkins has been with St. John Properties since 2014. As Regional Partner, he directs the comprehensive development, acquisition, construction, leasing, and asset/property management activities for the firm’s portfolio in Colorado. Mr. Jenkins earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Urban Planning from the University of Utah and a Master of Science degree in Real Estate from the Edward St. John Real Estate Program at the Johns Hopkins Carey Business School.

Mr. Pevey has been with St John Properties since 2001 and manages all day-to-day operations in Louisiana. Mr. Pevey holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Loyola of New Orleans and a Masters degree from Louisiana State University.

Mr. Roud has been with St. John Properties since 2009 and is responsible for overseeing political and legislative relation and activities. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Urban Development/Geography from the University of Western Ontario in London, Canada, and is a graduate of the Leadership Maryland Class of 2012. Mr. Roud is an adjunct professor at the University of Maryland College Park, frequent guest lecturer at Johns Hopkins University and Georgetown University, as well as a Bowie State University Foundation board member.

Mr. Thomas, who joined St. John Properties in 2009, is responsible for all operations of St. John Properties Utah. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Real Estate Finance from Portland State University and a Master of Science degree in Real Estate from Johns Hopkins University. He has instructed courses in commercial real estate at Johns Hopkins, the University of Baltimore, and the University of Utah, and is a past chairman of the University of Baltimore’s Real Estate & Economic Development Advisory Board.

Ms. Pfeiler, who joined St. John Properties in 1991, oversees the financing activities of the company’s real estate portfolio. Ms. Pfeiler earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from the University of Maryland at Baltimore County.

Ms. Sychuk, who joined St. John Properties in 2002, is responsible for the financial analysis and valuation activities for the Company’s assets. Ms. Sychuk earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Villanova University and a Master of Science degree in Real Estate from the Edward St. John Real Estate Program at the Johns Hopkins Carey Business School. Additionally, she completed a Certificate in Accounting from the University of Baltimore.

Ms. Akers joined St. John Properties in 2007. As Executive Director of Special Projects, she oversees the company’s outreach and involvement in initiatives and activities that support communities in which we have a corporate presence. Ms. Akers is also President of the Edward St. John Foundation in which she manages and facilitates philanthropic support of the company and foundation. Ms. Akers earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Journalism from the University of Maryland College Park. She serves on the Board of Trustees for the University of Maryland College Park Foundation, UMMC R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma, Johns Hopkins Heart & Vascular Institute, UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center, Yumi CARES Foundation, among others.

Ms. Deoliveira, who joined St. John Properties in 2013, oversees the in-house interior design and space planning efforts of the design department. Ms. Deoliveira earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Textile Design from the University of California at Davis and a Masters in Interior Design from Washington State University.

Mr. Dickson, who joined St. John Properties in 2001, oversees ground-up construction activities of the company’s Maryland real estate portfolio. Mr. Dickson earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Management from Northern Michigan University and received his LEED, AP designation from the U. S. Green Building Council.

Ms. Goode, who joined St. John Properties in 2005, is responsible for the oversight and implementation of tax strategies, relationships with joint venture partners and financial reporting. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from the University of Maryland University College and is a Certified Public Accountant in the State of Maryland.

Mr. Holzman, who joined St. John Properties in 2007, oversees the leasing and marketing efforts for the retail portfolio in Maryland, Northern Virginia and Harrisburg Mall. Mr. Holzman also assists in retail site acquisition activities and site layout strategies. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from Emory University and a Juris Doctorate from the University of Baltimore School of Law.

Mr. Lenihan, who joined St. John Properties in 2001, manages the company’s leasing efforts for St. John Properties’ portfolio of commercial office and flex/R&D space throughout the Baltimore region. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from Virginia Tech and a Masters of Business Administration from The Robert H. Smith School of Business at the University of Maryland at College Park. He serves on the Board of Directors for Unified Community Connections and the Army Alliance, and is a member of the Board of Trustees for the Baltimore Museum of Industry.

Ms. Mallonee, who joined St. John Properties in 2007, oversees the planning, directing and coordinating of internal operational functions of St. John Properties in support of the company’s continuing growth. Ms. Mallonee earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from the University of Baltimore and her Masters in Business Administration from Loyola College, and is a Certified Public Accountant in the State of Maryland.

Mr. Nelson, who joined St. John Properties in 2009, oversees the company’s Interior Construction department and manages all tenant build-out activities. Mr. Nelson earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Architecture with a concentration in Urban Studies and City Planning from Columbia University in New York City. He serves as a mentor on the Urban Land Institute’s Partnership Forum for the Maryland chapter and is an active member of NAIOP, the Commercial Real Estate Development Association.

Mr. Severn, who joined St. John Properties in 2008, manages development projects in Frederick, Montgomery, and Washington counties in Maryland, as well as Loudoun and Prince William counties in Virginia. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from York College and a Master of Science degree in Real Estate from the Edward St. John Real Estate Program at the Johns Hopkins Carey Business School.

Ms. Thayer, who joined St. John Properties in 2009, oversees the company’s accounting and financial reporting activities for the company’s real estate portfolio. Ms. Thayer earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from the University of Maryland at College Park and is a Certified Public Accountant in the State of Maryland.

Ms. Watsic, who joined St. John Properties in 2013, is responsible for the day-to-day activities of the company’s Development Division. Ms. Watsic earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering and her Master of Science degree in Environmental Engineering from Johns Hopkins University. She is a licensed professional engineer in the State of Maryland.

Mr. Cathemer has been with St. John Properties since 2016. He oversees all phases of construction management activities for the firm’s real estate portfolio in Utah.  Mr. Cathemer earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Management from Arizona State University and is a LEED Accredited Professional in Building Design + Construction with the U. S. Green Building Council.

Mr. Foelber, who joined St. John Properties in 2021, oversees the in-house marketing department, and is responsible for establishing, promoting and maintaining the company’s brand message on a regional and national platform. Mr. Foelber earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications from McDaniel College.

Mr. Fulton, who joined St. John Properties in 2006, oversees in-house design related to site development, building shell and core construction, and property management with a particular emphasis on the aesthetics of hardscape, landscape and public space design. Mr. Fulton earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Landscape Architecture from Pennsylvania State University.

Mr. Gittings, who joined St. John Properties in 2010, manages the corporate fleet program and analyzes and implements all employee development exercises. Mr. Gittings earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Mass Communications from Frostburg State University and is a Certified Automotive Fleet Manager from the National Association of Fleet Administrators.

Ms. Halstead, who joined St. John Properties in 2004, oversees the day-to-day property management operations of the company’s national real estate portfolio. Ms. Halstead earned her Associate of Arts degree in Early Childhood Education from Frederick Community College.

Mr. Madill, who joined St. John Properties in 2003, is responsible for the implementation and support of IT infrastructure for the company. Mr. Madill has more than 30 years of experience managing corporate IT services.

Mr. Nelson has been with St. John Properties since 2017. He oversees property management for St. John Properties’ portfolio of commercial space across Utah, providing best-in-class interior and exterior working environments for clients. Mr. Nelson earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Technology Management from Utah Valley University.

Ms. Reese, who joined St. John Properties in 2017, oversees a team of Baltimore-based property managers, providing best-in-class interior and exterior working environments for St. John Properties clients to exceed their daily expectations. Ms. Reese received her Bachelor of Arts degree in International Relations from the College of Notre Dame of Maryland.

Mr. Schwabenbauer, who joined St. John Properties in 2016, devises and implements sustainable business initiatives that positively impact the company’s real estate portfolio, its clients and the employees working within its buildings. Mr. Schwabenbauer earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Pennsylvania State University and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Baltimore. He is also an accredited professional of the U. S. Green Building Council.

Mr. Twigg, who joined St. John Properties in 1986, oversees the company’s crew of maintenance technicians, ensuring client satisfaction across the portfolio.

Ms. Van Newkirk, who joined St. John Properties in 2006, supports the company’s acquisitions department with the drafting and implementation of transactional documents related to the acquisition or sale of land holdings. Ms. Van Newkirk earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Towson University and a Bachelor of Science degree, with a concentration in Legal Studies, from University of Maryland University College.

Ms. Young has been with St. John Properties since 2016. She oversees the in-house interior design and space planning efforts across St. John Properties’ portfolio of commercial space in Utah. Ms. Young earned her Bachelor’s degree in Family Studies from Brigham Young University. She currently serves on the Board of the Pleasant Grove-Lindon Chamber of Commerce.

Mr. Zahner, who joined St. John Properties in 2014, oversees the hardscape, landscape and public space design program and strategy that adds value to the company’s portfolio of mixed-use business communities; office and warehouse buildings and retail shopping centers. Mr. Zahner earned a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture degree from the University of Maryland at College Park.