Hayman Careers

Melissa joins Hayman with 10 years of Human Resources knowledge and practice within both the public and private sectors. She began her career in the Manufacturing industry and has acquired the majority of her experience working within the Real Estate industry, including her most recent experience at publicly held REITs.

With certification and training in lean six sigma, Melissa’s greatest passion is project management and process improvement. Her background includes expertise in data and people analytics, HRIS implementation, career development, employee relations, onboarding, and recruiting.  At Hayman, she oversees the Human Resources function and related processes.   Melissa graduated from Oakland University, with a Bachelor of Science in Human Resources Management and a Minor in Psychology.

Maureen joined Hayman Company in 2005 as Marketing and Operations Specialist and now holds the Multifamily Operations Administrator title.  She has over 23 years of experience in the Multi-family industry.  Maureen works closely with and supports the multi-family team in the overall property operations for the Hayman portfolio including monthly & weekly reporting, leasing and occupancy goals, on-site staff performance, and compliance with all corporate policies and procedures.  Maureen holds a Bachelor of Arts in Advertising from Michigan State University.

Lauren joined Hayman Company in 2014 and has been instrumental in developing Hayman’s Onboarding and Training Program, as well as its mentorship program.  Lauren works diligently to provide everything from one-on-one training opportunities to classroom and webinar-style learning sessions.  She is extremely dedicated to the development and success of all Hayman Company team members.  Lauren attended Eastern Michigan University and holds both a Bachelor of Science and Master of Arts degree.

Hans joined Hayman Company in 2005 and leads multi-million-dollar site rehabs, Capex projects and general asset preservation programs.  Hans has directly managed over $62 million in CapEx projects and with his expertise in capital improvements, he is also an invaluable member to new acquisitions and due diligence services.  In addition to being a certified lead renovator and licensed builder in the state of Michigan, Hans attended Washtenaw Community College for Architectural Technology and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from Lawrence Technological University.

In 2017, with nearly 20 years of hospitality and property management experience, Ron joined Hayman Company as a Property Manager. Since then he has achieved many successes serving in multiple roles that also has included Senior Property Manager and Floating Property Manager. He is focused on building dynamic teams to successfully achieve financial objectives, provide resident satisfaction and exceed owner/company expectations. Ron has extensive experience in financial analytics, capital projects and team development. He studied Business Administration at Northwestern Michigan College and holds the Certified Apartment Manager designation through the National Apartment Association.

Ammanie brings 8 years of experience in many facets of Property Management, including more than 4 years dedicated to Hayman Company.  Ammanie has served in a multitude of ways within the company including her previous role as Senior Property Manager where she devoted her passion for the industry to the ongoing success of multiple properties.

She is dedicated to providing exceptional customer service while consistently surpassing company and property expectations.  Ammanie carries with her many accomplishments including earning her Certified Apartment Manager (CAM) license, a strong financial foundation and an uncompromising dedication to leading and developing her team.  Ammanie’s commitment to Hayman Company continues to garner her accomplishments as she manages her on-site teams.

Danielle joined the Hayman team with 14 years of experience serving in many property management roles with both third-party and owner-managed properties.  She has extensive experience in financial analytics and budgeting, property accounting, expense management, capital project management and client and lender relations.  Danielle has a solid history of work with due diligence and new acquisitions and is focused on producing owner desired results.  She understands operational challenges, recognizing opportunities for community enhancement and is an effective leader while working closely with on-site teams to reach performance goals.  Danielle is a graduate of the University of Michigan.

With 20 years of hospitality experience, Aimee leads the award-winning team at Quality Suites in Lansing, Michigan.  Graduating from The Hospitality School at Michigan State University, Aimee began her career working in food and beverage and event planning, moving to room sales and administration in 2013.  In her spare time, Aimee is involved in her community by serving on the board of directors for the Greater Lansing Convention and Visitors Bureau and volunteering at various events in her community.

Maureen Henderson joined Hayman Company as Investor Relations Assistant in 2009.  Maureen is responsible for monitoring, processing and recording investor capital movements including subscriptions, redemptions, and transfers.  She maintains and manages investors’ data in a web-based Investor Management Services platform.  Maureen is dedicated to providing quality service to Hayman’s equity investors and values the relationships she has developed with the investors over the years.

Leveraging over 25 years of business experience, Stuart leads the accounting and finance groups at Hayman. He has a track record for developing sound policies and procedures, and his strong background with analytics helps to ensure company success. Stuart began his career with a national accounting firm. Throughout his career, he has worked with large public and private companies, including several real estate companies (REIT). Stuart earned a Bachelor of Science degree in engineering from the University of Michigan and an MBA from Northwestern University. He is also a Certified Public Accountant in the State of Michigan. In his spare time, Stuart is actively involved with his community, serving on the board of a summer camp and volunteering with several local agencies.

Paula began her accounting career over 20 years ago with a large, regional CPA firm, working in a variety of industries.  Since leaving public accounting, Paula has focused on the areas of property management and residential construction, including: multi-family, commercial, and senior living.  In addition to her technical knowledge, Paula brings strong relationship management skills to her role as Corporate Controller.  At Hayman Company, her responsibilities include directing the accounting department, oversight of accounting policies and procedures, treasury management, and external relationships as they relate to tax and audit preparation.  Paula earned her Bachelor of Science degree in accounting from Oakland University and is a Certified Public Accountant in the State of Michigan.

At Hayman, Kristen is dedicated to providing extraordinary service and expertise to its clients and investors while working with the operations team to create value and generate innovative solutions.  Kristen’s experience spans more than two decades leading diverse, nationwide portfolios that includes student, senior, military, affordable, urban/high-rise, mixed-use, and conventional garden-style communities. Kristen is a driven team player with extensive third-party management and analytical capabilities with a proven track record in new construction and renovation asset strategy.  Committed to the development of multifamily professionals nationwide, Kristen has served on IREM’s National Education Committee and serves as a Board of Director for the Detroit Metropolitan Apartment Association and Washtenaw Area Apartment Association.   Kristen studied Business Administration at TCC and OCC and holds her CAM and other industry designations including accreditation as an instructor for the National Apartment Association.

Building on over 20 years of Commercial and Investment Real Estate experience, Jeremy leads business growth activity at Hayman, joining in 2020.  Most recently, Jeremy led the regional Customer Experience team for a leading Commercial Real Estate Information and Marketing provider, overseeing over 30,000 clients and $150,000,000 in annual revenue.  A graduate of the University of Michigan, Jeremy is a licensed Real Estate Broker in the State of Michigan.

Elizabeth joined Hayman Company as the Finance Manager in August 2017 and has nearly 20 years of professional experience in all aspects of commercial real estate including third-party market research, appraisals, and performing valuations on a variety of property types including retail, office, industrial, STNL and multi-family housing for the sale and disposition of investment sale transactions.  She brings to the Hayman team a solid background in commercial real estate coupled with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.  At Hayman Company, her responsibilities include providing assistance throughout the acquisition and disposition process, managing banking and investor relationships, as well as a wide range of activities related to commercial and multi-family asset management.  Elizabeth is a Licensed Real Estate Sales Associate within the state of Michigan and holds a Bachelor of Arts from James Madison College at Michigan State University.

With over 23 years of experience in the commercial real estate industry, Scott joined Hayman Company as Senior Property Manager. His versatility in the industry is evidenced through his extensive experience in the management of large, commercial office buildings, retail shopping centers, as well as historical renovations. At Hayman, Scott oversees the day-to-day operations, budgets, and capital projects for a diversified portfolio across multiple states. Scott also possesses expertise in foreclosure and receivership properties. Scott’s knowledge of building systems, building construction, and property accounting enhances his ability to ensure cost-effective pricing and quality work for property owners and through these practices is able to meet and exceed owner objectives.

Scott is a graduate from the University of Phoenix with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business and also studied Business at Oakland University. Scott holds a real estate license and is a member of BOMA.

With over 15 years of experience in the commercial real estate industry, Karen joined Hayman Company as an Assistant Property Manager in June of 2017.  Karen has worked at the PentaCentre buildings since 2007, assisting the Senior Property Manager in all facets of property management.  Part of Karen’s responsibilities include billing and rent collections of over 65 tenants spread over 5 class A office buildings.  Karen also oversees processing of payables, preparing vendor contracts and assisting the Senior Property Manager with capital construction projects.  She is an intricate part of the annual property budget process and vets all vendors for compliance prior to starting repairs or construction projects.  Karen brings a high level of dedication and attention to detail in her approach to property management.

Alan, together with his brother, Stephen, founded Hayman Company in the 1960s to provide high-quality real estate management services for institutional clients.  Alan has authored many articles in several of the most respected journals in the industry.

With over 10 years of experience in acquisitions, Jeff is responsible for acquisitions at Hayman Company.  Jeff has closed acquisitions totaling 5,105 multifamily units, 11 office/industrial properties, and a mixed-use property in 10 different states with an aggregate purchase price of $430 million,  Jeff has led the sourcing of debt for acquisitions and refinancing exceeding $500 million.  He is also responsible for sourcing equity and debt for acquisitions, and for sourcing third-party management assignments.

With over 25 years of experience in acquisitions, asset management, and public accounting, John is responsible for acquisitions for Hayman Company.  John has closed acquisitions exceeding 7,500 apartment homes, with an aggregate purchase price approximating $750 million.  He is also responsible for sourcing equity and debt for acquisitions, and for sourcing third-party management assignments.  John has also acted as court-appointed receiver for complicated and highly-contested distressed assets.  In addition, John has asset-managed more than 25,000 apartment homes and five million square feet of commercial space.

Maurice has experience in all aspects of commercial real estate, representing institutional owners and medium-to-large corporate tenants in acquiring, disposing and leasing office, retail and industrial-type product.  During more than eleven years in the industry, he has represented such prominent corporations as Onyx Industrial Services, Hertz Rental, Testing Engineers and Consultants, The Chicago Tribune, West World Holding, Home Network, ETC Engineering, H&R Block, CMS Energy, McGraw Hill, HNTB, West Coast Title, Lagua Tutor, Inc, Hirata USA, Pure Herbs and Hayman Company.

Bill has extensive experience in all aspects of commercial real estate services.  During a career that has spanned 30 years, he has successfully represented both private and institutional owners of real estate such as Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company, Mutual of New York, GE Capital, Allegiance Realty Corp., and CUNA Mutual Insurance Company.  As a corporate services advisor, he has assisted such prominent corporations as Henkel/Loctite Corporation, Monsanto, Citicorp, INA USA Corporation, Baker Tilly Virchow Krause, GreenPath, and N.E.C. Electronics in the negotiation of leasing transactions, acquisitions, dispositions, build-to-suit developments, and land sales.  Bill is a multi-year CoStar Power Broker and has been involved with real estate transactions valued, in aggregate, in excess of $700 million.

For over a decade, Lawrence has been deeply involved in every facet of commercial real estate which has provided him with extensive leasing and investment sale knowledge.  Throughout the years he has used his experience to aid and consult his clients in making sound business decisions that minimize risk and maximize return.  He has successfully represented both private and institutional real estate holders such as Torchlight Investors, Berkadia, GE Capital, Five Mile Capital, Henry Ford Health System and Talmer Bank.  He has also successfully completed notable transactions with multinational corporations such as BELFOR, Grammer Industries, Raytheon, H&R Block, Mahindra Engineering Services, Ally Financial, LG Electronics, LG Chem Power and Formel D.