The LMU Real Estate Advisory Council (REAC) is a group of industry leaders dedicated to advancing real estate education and supporting student success. Members contribute their expertise through mentorship, programming, and strategic guidance, helping ensure that LMU students are prepared to succeed in a dynamic and evolving industry.
Members of the Real Estate Advisory Council engage with LMU in a variety of meaningful ways, including:
Thought Leadership & Teaching
- Serve as a guest speaker in seminars or panels
- Lead industry discussions or case-based learning sessions
- Contribute to thought leadership initiatives
Mentorship & Student Development
- Mentor students through structured programs
- Participate in resume reviews and mock interviews
- Provide career guidance and professional insights
Experiential Learning
- Host site visits and project walkthroughs
- Lead workshops on underwriting, development, or investment
- Support applied, hands-on learning experiences
Career & Talent Pipeline
- Post internships and job opportunities
- Recruit LMU students and graduates
- Participate in career events and networking programs
Events & Programming
- Speak at industry panels and alumni events
- Sponsor or host networking gatherings
- Engage in LMU’s signature real estate programs
Strategic Partnership
- Advise on curriculum and program development
- Support new initiatives and emerging content areas
- Help shape the future of real estate education at LMU
Meet the Members
Edgard Asensio, MBA '12
Commercial and Industrial Real Estate Broker
Asensio Real Estate Brokerage
Tony G. Azzi '84
President
The Azzi Group/Marcus & Millichap
Mark Beccaria '91
President
Aames Warner Corporation
Melissa Bindra '08
Principal
Vaya Development
Gerard Bisignano '77, MBA '83
Founder & President
Vista Sotheby's/Coastal Luxury Living - Bisignano Group
Dru Boyarsky, MBA '11
Founder & Principal
Coda Equities
Erwin Bucy, MBA '94
Principal
Paragon Commercial Group
Adriana Cascarano '06
National Investment Sales
Stan Johnson Company
Darcy Coleman
Vice President, Asset and Investment Management
Alagem Capital Group
Bob Couture, MBA '07
Managing Partner
CP Property Group
Evan Deems '14
Vice President
Rialto Capital
Adam Deragisch '06
Fund Administrator
West Bay Capital LLC
Adam Friedlander '05
Senior Vice President
Beta Agency
Brad Goodman '15
Vice President
Chicago Title NCS California
Chris Gray '01
Executive Vice President
Moss & Company
Analise Guttmann '07
Director of Leasing
Prologis
Mark Macedo '86, MBA '94
REAC Chair
Managing Partner
Geneva Street Partners
Chris Manning
Professor Emeritus, Real Estate and Finance
Loyola Marymount University
Ryan Mansour, MBA '10
Senior Managing Partner
Pacific Sands Development, LLC
Gabriel Marquez
Assurance Partner and Real Estate Leader
CohnReznick
Brenda Mas, M.S. '20
Founder and CEO
The Mas Group
Carlo Matricardi '03
Managing Director
Carthay | Commercial Real Estate Services
Matthew May '84
President
May Realty Advisory
Jonathan Merhaut '13
Vice President
Eastdil Secured
Cameron Merrill '03
Senior Vice President
CBRE
Ira Mitchell, P '22
President
IJM Enterprises
Alec Negri '18
Partner & Vice President of Acquisitions
Nine Oak Investments
John O'Connor '09
Associate Attorney
Clark Hill Law
Sandeep Patel '00
Senior Vice President
Bank of America
John Perfitt, MBA '01
Executive Director
RNLA
Eileen Schoetzow '98, MBA '07
Environmental Supervisor
City of Los Angeles
Kathy Seferian '84
Real Estate Director-West Coast
Wendy's International
Kevin Shelburn
President and Managing Broker
Shelburn Realty Group
Forrest Spoon-Sadlon ’20, M.S. ’21
Senior Analyst
DEODATE
Anthony Walker, MBA '12
CEO & Managing Broker
Buckingham Investments
Austin Wolitarsky '14
Senior Associate - Investment Properties, Retail
CBRE
Damon Wyler '02
Vice President/Regional Manager
Marcus & Millichap
All REAC members must give a minimum gift of $1,000/year in support of student scholarships, networking events, and other programs and initiatives. Make your gift by clicking the button below. Thank you for your support!