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MEET THE TEAM

HAMILTON E. HUNT, JR. - PRINCIPAL

Hamilton E. Hunt has been involved in real estate sales, acquisitions, leasing, management and development for retail, industrial, office and institutional clients since 1983. Prior to the founding of Hunt Real Estate, he served as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of the Peter Lawrence Development Company (“PLC”), a multi-state property owner and developer of commercial industrial and office properties. Prior to PLC, he was a recognized leader in Industrial Sales and Leasing Broker for a national brokerage firm.

SCOTT MECKLEY - CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

Scott Meckley joined Hunt Real Estate in March 2006, bringing more than 20 years of diversified financial, accounting and taxation experience to the firm.  From 1995 to 2005 he served as Chief Financial Officer in entrepreneurial growth environments helping develop, fund
and execute corporate strategy.  Prior to 1995 he held a variety of operational and financial management roles after starting his career with a Big Eight accounting firm. Mr. Meckley oversees the Company’s financial operations, information technology and human resources functions.  Additionally he has primary responsibility for lender relationships and coordination of all closings for the Company’s development projects.  He is a member of the American Institute of CPAs and the Florida Institute of CPAs.  He is also active in the community, holding
leadership roles for several not-for-profit and youth sports organizations.

smeckley@huntresco.com | 813-289-5511 ext. 232

KEVIN T. MCCRAW - DIRECTOR OF ACQUISITIONS

Kevin T. McCraw has been actively involved in real estate sales, acquisitions, leasing and development for retail clients since 2004.  Prior to joining Hunt Real Estate, Kevin had several different positions in multi-state areas as a partner and developer for retail tenants that include numerous single tenant and grocery anchored properties. As the Director of Acquisitions with the Hunt Real Estate team, Kevin is responsible for the Florida region developments and acquisitions.  Kevin is an active member of the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC), as well as other professional organizations.


kmccraw@huntresco.com  | 813-289-5511 ext. 241

MIKE MCMANAMEY - DIRECTOR OF ACQUISITIONS

Mike McManamey has over 16 years experience in leasing, asset management, acquisitions and development. Prior to joining Hunt Real Estate he served as National Property Manager for Brandywine Real Estate Management Services Corporation. He was responsible for an office and retail property portfolio of just under two million square feet. Mike holds a current Florida Real Estate Associate’s License and a current Community Association Manager’s License. As an the director of the Mid-Atlantic, Mike is responsible for the regions development, acquisitions, entitlements, and project management.

mikem@huntresco.com  | 813-739-3096

BROOKS P. BYRD - DIRECTOR OF ACQUISITIONS

Brooks P. Byrd has over 18 years of experience in land acquisition, development, financing, and construction management.  With his comprehensive industry knowledge, Brooks is responsible for a diverse portfolio of sophisticated retails clients throughout Florida and Louisiana.  Prior to joining Hunt Real Estate in 2012, Brooks was a Principle with Byrd Corp.  At Byrd Corp. Brooks oversaw the completion of over 250 residential units and projects including condominium towers, town homes and marinas. Brooks has a B.A. in Communications and Political Science from Florida State University.

bbyrd@huntresco.com  | 727-452-8080

HAMILTON HUNT III - DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS

Hamilton Hunt has been actively involved in construction, real estate, and restoration for over a decade. Prior to joining Hunt Real Estate, Hamilton spent several years working on hurricane restoration projects in Texas and Florida as a construction consultant and emergency services specialist. Hamilton started his career in 2007 interning in Moscow, Russia at Cushman & Wakefield, Stiles & Riabokobylko’s capital markets and office/retail departments. As the Director of Operations for Hunt Real Estate, Hamilton is involved in all aspects specializing in acquisitions, client relations, construction, development, property management,
and sales.


hehunt@huntresco.com  | 561-660-4553

SHARON SWAN - CONTROLLER

Sharon Swan has been working in the accounting field since 2003 and received her Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from the University of South Florida in 2007. Prior to joining Hunt Real Estate, she gained a wide range of accounting experience in various industries including hospitality, construction and property management. As Controller, Sharon oversees and is responsible for the accounting and financial
reporting for portfolio properties and projects under construction. She is also responsible for construction draw processing, cash management, property insurance and assists with the preparation of entity tax returns.

J. DILLON TIDWELL - REGIONAL PARTNER

Dillon Tidwell has been involved in retail leasing, sales and commercial development since 1999.  Prior to joining Hunt Real Estate he served as a commercial real estate agent with the Phoenix office of Colliers International.  His prior business experience include the founding and ownership of a regional refuse collection company, as well as an employee of Deloitte & Touche, LLC, a worldwide public accounting firm.  As regional partner with the Hunt Real Estate team, Dillon is responsible for the regions developments, acquisitions and project management. Dillon is an active member of the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC), as well as other professional organizations.

MIKE IVERSEN - ASSET MANAGER

Mike oversees property management of both portfolio properties and third-party properties including Class A retail, restaurant, office condominium projects and light industrial mixed use properties, collectively occupied by 120 + tenants.   Mr. Iversen has over 14 years’ experience in property management and leasing and holds a Florida Real Estate license. Prior to starting real estate career Mike worked in the consumer financial services industry, holding positions in sales, training and management. Mike has  Mike is a Navy veteran having served 4 years of active duty while forward deployed with Carrier Air Wing 7.

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