LEADERSHIP

As Chief Financial Officer, Brian oversees Walton’s global financial strategy and operations, ensuring long-term growth, stability, and investor confidence. He leads key areas including accounting, financial reporting, financial planning and analysis, human resources, risk management, and compliance across the company. Brian partners closely with the global executive team to drive strategic initiatives, optimize operational efficiency, and guide decision-making that aligns with Walton’s mission of delivering value to investors, partners, and stakeholders.

Since joining in 2021, Brian has brought expertise from roles across multiple industries, including multifamily real estate, education, distribution, aviation, and public accounting, where he began his career at Ernst & Young. Prior to Walton, he worked in SEC external reporting at Mid-America Apartment Communities, Inc., an S&P 500 company. He is a licensed Certified Public Accountant (“CPA”) in the state of Tennessee.

As President of Capital Markets, Katie’s main focuses include leading the continued growth of Walton’s U.S. capital raising platform, working closely with executive leadership and distribution partners to launch new initiatives and optimize market engagement. She also supports long-term investor success by deepening relationships and expanding our reach across the industry, overseeing strategic efforts to enhance operational efficiency and support Walton’s commitment to innovation and excellence in capital markets, and champions Walton’s values and driving the evolution of business processes to support sustainable growth and operational excellence.

Ms. Hubbard previously served in various progressive capital markets roles at Walton from 2008 to 2015, including Executive Vice President, National Accounts, where she played a key role in capital raising efforts of over $500 million in land opportunities across the U.S. Aside from Walton, she previously worked at prestigious firms including The Carson Group and Black Rock, receiving “Sales Manager of the Year” in 2021.

As Executive Vice President, Real Estate, East Region at Walton Global, Michael Slavotinek is responsible for the identification of potential target lands in the eastern region of the U.S. and oversight of a team that generates market analysis, financial modeling, due diligence review, competitive intelligence and management of land acquisitions from feasibility through closing. 

Prior to joining Walton in 2022, Mr. Slavotinek worked as a Director of Land for a privately held Charlotte homebuilder and as a Real Estate Manager with global retailer, Lidl executing their expansion and development throughout the major markets in the Carolinas.

As Executive Vice President of Real Estate, West Region at Walton Global, Shane Doherty is responsible for the identification of potential target lands in the western region of the U.S. and oversight of a team that generates market analysis, financial modeling, due diligence review, competitive intelligence and management of land acquisitions from feasibility through closing. 

Prior to joining Walton’s Regional Coordinator team, Shane worked in Walton’s Portfolio Management team helping analyze their national portfolio. He then returned to school receiving his master’s degree in real estate development before joining the Florida Division.

As Real Estate & Land Acquisitions Manager at Walton Global, Kyle Keenan supports the East Region in the management and disposition of Walton’s land assets. 

As Real Estate Land Acquisitions Manager at Walton Global, Kyle Johnson supports the West and Central Regions in management and disposition of Walton’s land assets. He works directly with our Land Acquisition and Real Estate teams to source and secure land opportunities west of the Mississippi River.

Prior to joining Walton, Kyle served as an Asset Manager at a boutique investment group focused on non-performing loans secured by environmentally distressed real estate. He received his bachelor’s degree from California Baptist University.

As a Real Estate Coordinator, Jed works alongside the Asset Managers to oversee communications, projects, and vendor relationships across the Mid-Atlantic region and Arizona. He plays a key role in the entire disposition lifecycle, ensuring efficient processes and seamless coordination. He also oversees transaction timelines and facilitates asset updates with the global team, contributing to the team’s overall success across all functions.

Jed received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Wyoming and his master’s degree in real estate development from Arizona State University. Before joining Walton, he worked in real estate brokerage and small-scale development, handling property transactions, deal structuring, and market analysis.

As a Real Estate Coordinator, Priscilla works alongside our Asset Managers to manage communications, projects, and vendor relationships throughout the West Region of the U.S. She supports the entire lifecycle of dispositions, ensuring smooth processes and fostering strong collaboration. She is responsible for maintaining transaction timelines and coordinating asset updates with the global team to contribute to the overall success of the Real Estate team.

Priscilla received her bachelor’s degree in business management with a minor in Marketing from Grand Canyon University in 2024.

As a Real Estate Coordinator, William works alongside our Asset Managers to manage communications, projects, and vendor relationships throughout the Southeast region of the U.S. He supports the entire lifecycle of dispositions, ensuring smooth processes and collaboration across teams. He is responsible for maintaining transaction timelines and coordinating asset updates with the global team to contribute to the overall success of the Real Estate team.

William previously served as commercial Advisor at SVR Commercial in his hometown of Ponte Vedra, Florida. He received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Mississippi – Oxford in 2023. 

As a Senior Financial Analyst, Thomas is responsible for the creation and management of complex real estate acquisition, development, fund, and investor distribution models across the region, as well as assisting with the creation of investment committee materials. He works closely with our Portfolio Management and Real Estate teams, covering the central region and Canada.

Thomas received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Southern California’s Marshall School of Business. Prior to joining Walton in 2024, Thomas underwrote office, industrial, and retail deals, preparing offering memorandums, contributing to the sale of over $500M in assets.

As a Senior Financial Analyst, Noah assists in underwriting opportunities for land acquisitions, dispositions, and land banking for buyers in homebuilding, data center, and other asset classes. He also creates internal and external investor presentation material and contributes to overall operational processes and efficiencies.

Noah received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Michigan – Ross School of Business. Before joining Walton in 2024, he served as an Investment Analyst in Chicago, working with student housing multi-family acquisitions.

As a Financial Analyst, Connor Bugni evaluates the financial performance and risk associated with current and prospective assets through the creation of exit models and the review & finalization of acquisition models. His focus is on the Western United States.

Prior to joining Walton in 2024, Mr. Bugni graduated from University of Arizona’s Eller College of Management with his Master of Science in Finance, and Bachelor of Science in Finance and International Business. He is a CAIA Charterholder.

As Senior Vice President of Sales, Fenny is responsible for leading Walton’s ASEAN sales team. Fenny’s role is focused on training, planning, execution of sales strategy and opening new markets. Fenny joined Walton in 2003 and has a strong track record in sales and business development. Prior to Walton, Fenny had a successful career as an electrical engineer with a multinational corporation. Fenny graduated from Nanyang Technology University as an ASEAN scholar with a Bachelor of Engineering with honors. 

As Vice President of Business Development, Henry Leung focuses on overall business strategy and fundraising for Walton’s various products and investment offerings.

Mr. Leung has over 20 years of experience in the wealth management industry. He has successfully developed partnerships across Asian markets, particularly in Mainland China, Taiwan, and Korea.

As Chief Operating Officer, Asia, Katie supports operations and sales activities by driving collaboration and ensuring effective day-to-day operations for all departments serving Walton’s current and prospective investors. Her main focuses include prioritizing objectives and implementing scalable solutions to achieve organizational goals by refining policy, compliance procedures, and operating protocols, along with optimizing resources and operating systems on a company-wide level to support sustainable growth and operational excellence.

Prior to joining Walton in 2021, Katie worked in government relations at the Canadian Embassy in Washington D.C. and studied International Relations at Western University in London, Ontario.

As the Vice President of Operations of Walton Singapore, Charmian oversees the day-to-day operations and manage resources to ensure smooth functioning of Walton Singapore. She collaborates closely with various global teams to implement plans to achieve operational efficiency and collaborates with the Singapore sales leaders to optimize resources to support sales campaigns and client purchase experience.

Charmian joined Walton in 2006 and has held roles involving the sales operations, investor services and finance in Walton Singapore.