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The Team

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The principal of Charter Equities, Inc. has had over four decades of experience in commercial real estate management, development, and construction. Specializing in “Build to Suit” lease agreements, they have had direct involvement in the development of over two million square feet of office, light commercial industrial buildings, and over 2500 multi-family units and have obtained over one billion dollars in project financing.

Rick Ryerson

Principal

Rick Ryerson

The principal of Charter Equities, Inc. has had over four decades of experience in commercial real estate management, development, and construction. Specializing in “Build-to-Suit” lease agreements, with direct involvement in the development of over two million square feet of office, light commercial industrial buildings, and over 2500 multi-family units and have obtained over one billion dollars in project financing.

Kim Reeves

MBA Attorney

Kim Reeves

Kim's practice includes transactional work focusing on business formations, corporate governance, contracts, real estate, and other commercial law areas as well as acting as legal counsel and consultant for local firms. She also likes to help clients with their estate and succession planning needs. Kim likes to approach her clients’ needs from a holistic position-looking for current and future needs and ensuring personal and commercial documents are drafted to maximize benefits while avoiding future conflicts.

James Forbes

Real Estate Developer

James Forbes

Forty-five years specializing in the development, building, and financing of residential and commercial real estate. Loan Officer in workout department for NYSE construction mortgage REIT. Director of production for 850 houses and 350 apartment units for major San Diego homebuilder. Founder/CEO of construction and development corporation that grew in six years from two housing starts to construction and sale of over 500 houses, apartments and condominiums in Seattle and Portland. Winner of three Builder Magazine Gold Nugget Grand Awards for Best Affordable Attached Home, Best Floor Plan Under 1200 Square Feet, and Best Mid-Rise Attached Development. Builder Magazine Builder’s Choice and NAHB/Better Homes and Gardens Sensible Growth Merit Awards. Builder Magazine Merit Award for “Best New Apartment or Condominium Project Three Stories or More.” Project joint venture (Watershed Park, Kirkland) with Weyerhaeuser Venture Company. Featured in cover story in McGraw-Hill’s Housing Magazine.

Benjamin Williams

SDI Architecture

Benjamin Williams

Ben co-founded SDI Architecture in 2015 to create a collaborative work environment that focuses on each project’s individual goals and needs to create distinct, custom designs. He is a seasoned architect with over 25 years of experience in both architecture and interior design, taking projects from conception through completion. He is adept at melding the technical side of architecture with the design side.

Prasanna Lachagari

SDI Architecture

Prasanna Lachagari

Prasanna earned her Masters of Architecture from Boston Architectural College in 2019, where she received commendations of excellence for Master’s thesis which investigated how architecture can help heal racism through self-reflection and promoting positive interactions. Today she is the Design Director at SDI Architecture in Boston, MA, as well as a Founding Partner of SDI Design India in her hometown of Hyderabad.

Randy'L Teton

Randy'L Teton Consulting LLC

Randy'L Teton

As a Native American, woman owned Idaho business, I am an experienced Native American curator with a demonstrated history of working in the fine art field from large to small museums throughout Indian Country. I am skilled in museum exhibition planning, event planning, and provided conservation work on ethnographic items. I have strong communication skills and have worked for my tribal government for 10 plus years as a Public Affairs Manager (Communications and Public Relations).

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Sarah Shepard

Web Developer

Sarah Shepard

Sarah not only specializes in the creation of websites but also assists in managing her clients’ social media sites, Google Ads initiatives, and graphic design elements. With over 15 years of experience, she has a keen understanding of how these various elements work together and the experience to know that a great digital marketing team comprises members with a diverse but specific set of skills.

Brenda Boyle

Office & Operations Manager

Brenda Boyle

Brenda wears a number of different hats, putting her cumulative skills and experience in marketing, management, real estate, and paralegal to work for Charter Equities.

Jay Veregge

Chef

Jay Veregge

Jay is a lifelong farmer, who studied at the French Academy of Culinary Arts and was trained by some of the very best chefs in the world. Chef Jay started his culinary training as an apprentice to Pierre Gagnier in France. And, before joining Warfield, Chef Jay held Executive Chef positions at the Hotel Donatello’s Portobello and Tadich Grill — which received a James Beard Award under his direction — the Bella Fresca Restaurant in Berkeley, and the Big Water Grille Restaurant in Nevada. He opened his own restaurant Le Bistro and later partnered on the Wolf House Restaurant, a Michelin-rated restaurant.

Brian Carney

CPA

Brian Carney

A full-service accounting firm specializing in all accounting services including, but not limited to: Taxes, Payroll & Consulting.

Nicholas Shull

CPA

Nicholas Shull

Senior Manager, Tax Nicholas Shull is a senior manager in the Bozeman office, with over 10 years of experience in the construction and real estate tax practice at Wipfli. In addition to tax services, he provides consulting and advisory services for individuals and businesses. Nick is committed to providing value-added service that strengthens and enhances each client’s financial circumstances.

Kat Vanden Heuvel

Professional Facilitator

Kat Vanden Heuvel

Kat enjoys the team setting and recognizes that when facilitated correctly, we think better together. Whether working with a newly formed group, one ready to tackle new challenges, or an individual looking to make changes in their life, her style energizes the session. With over 20 years of experience, Kat has a way of facilitating thinking and experiences to help move you and your organization forward.

Morgan Timoney

Investor Relations

Morgan Timoney

Morgan spent her formative years immersed in the natural beauty of Twin Falls Idaho. Graduating from Utah State University in 2005, Morgan embarked on a journey that would eventually lead her to the Wood River Valley in 2006. For over a decade, Morgan has been an integral part of the mortgage industry. Alongside her professional pursuits, Morgan finds true joy in sharing her life with her beloved fiance, Daniel, and their cherished trio of canine companions.

Mona Makhijani

Marketing Expert

Mona Makhijani

Mona brings over a decade of marketing experience spanning diverse sectors such as banking and information technology. Her exceptional talent lies in nurturing and maintaining client relationships.

Namit Gupta

Project/Product manager

Namit Gupta

With over 15 years of experience in web application development, Namit began his journey as a developer and has since evolved into a product manager specializing in project management. Namit's goal is to deliver the most effective solutions at an affordable rate. He holds certifications in AWS and is a certified Scrum Master, with a proven track record of managing more than 100 projects utilizing open-source technologies.

Ashish Ankit Agarwal

Senior developer

Ashish Ankit Agarwal

Professionally, Ashish is a software engineer, having completed his post-graduation (MCA) in 2010 and his undergraduate degree (BCA) in 2007. Ashish comes from an Indian middle-class family that upholds strong moral values. Outside of his professional commitments, Ashish enjoys spending quality time with his family, gardening, and exploring various places. His hobbies include playing the piano, drawing, and singing.

Chahat Vaswami

Tech Business Coordinator

Chahat Vaswami

Chahat is in the process of obtaining her bachelor's degree from a highly esteemed college. With her insightful understanding of the internet and clear vision, she is instrumental in aiding the Elkhorn team's growth.

Pawan

Senior developer

Ashish Ankit Agarwal

Professionally, Ashish a software engineer, having completed his post-graduation (MCA) in 2010 and his undergraduate degree (BCA) in 2007. Ashish comes from an Indian middle-class family that upholds strong moral values. Outside of his professional commitments, Ashish enjoys spending quality time with his family, gardening, and exploring various places. His hobbies include playing the piano, drawing, and singing.

Chahat V

Tech Business Coardinator

Chahat V

Advisory Members

Brent Jussel

Finance Management

Brent Jussel

Brent is a native Idahoan and studied at Idaho State University where he earned degrees in both Corporate Finance and Management & Organization. He spent his entire 40-year career in banking and finance and attended the RMA Credit Analysis School at Leesburg, Virginia.

Larry Hall

Economic Development

Larry Hall

Larry is the Executive Director at Jerome 20/20, Inc. Thanks to the joint effort of private and public partnerships, Jerome is very supportive of economic growth. The components of Jerome 20/20’s economic development efforts are business retention, expansion, and attraction. Mr. Hall’s experience includes economic development, corporate finance, banking, and business consulting.

Bryan Matsuoka

Regional Director

Bryan Matsuoka

Experienced director and trainer with a demonstrated history of working in the education management industry. Skilled in private small business, Nonprofit Organizations, team Building, Public Speaking, Curriculum Development, and Distance Learning. Strong human resources professional with a Masters focused in Education Administration from the University of Idaho

Sarah Thompson

Commercial loan Officer

Sarah Thompson

Sarah Thompson is a Vice President & Commercial Loan Officer at Zions Bank. She is a performance-driven financial professional with over two decades of successfully facilitating financial lending solutions with expertise in commercial lending and SBA lending. She has strong business development, operations and customer relations skills and is resilient working in a fast-paced regulated financial industry.

Timmi A Ryerson

Real Business Management

Timmi A Ryerson

Timmi has had a varied business career with an emphasis on investments, management, software development, and marketing. Timmi owns Real Business Management, dba Smart Property Systems and is a consultant and advisor to Elkhorn Software. Mrs. Ryerson currently serves as Executive Vice President for the Apartment and Housing Rentals Foundation Board of Directors, and is a contributor to Forbes Real Estate Council and writes for Forbes Magazine.

Janis Rogers

Principal Rogers Consulting

Janis Rogers

An expert on rural and regional economic development, Jan Rogers has spent the last 20 years developing the economies of southern and eastern Idaho – attracting 35 businesses, over $1 billion in capital investments and 5,000 jobs. Jan served as the Executive Director of the Southern Idaho Economic Development Organization (SIEDO) for 14 years and as CEO of the Regional Economic Development for Eastern Idaho (REDI).

What People Say About Us

Client Testimonials

“Rick has been our landlord for many years. He has always responded quickly to questions, has repaired items that needed attention, and has been a pleasure to work with. He is both a knowledgeable and attentive landlord."

Alex BuckOwner Warfield Restaurant and Distillery