MICHAEL - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Business Development Officer
Aubré Dickson is a first-generation Portlander who is a graduate of Benson High School and Portland State University with a B.S. in Management & Finance and an MBA from the University of Phoenix. Aubré has spent the past 16 years in commercial real estate with an emphasis in affordable multifamily housing and mixed-use development finance. He has experience in financial services and investment management, as well as banking, lending, and equity capital. Aubré has underwritten large, complex public-private transactions and has provided predevelopment, acquisition, bridge, construction, and permanent financing for projects throughout the Northwest and Mountain States.
Aubré is very passionate about serving underrepresented communities and has dedicated his time outside of work in making a difference through mentorship of middle and high school students, coaching, and serving on a number of nonprofit and public boards, including past chairperson of Oregon's Housing Stability Council, a Governor-appointed board that provides leadership in, and review and set policy for, the development and financing of affordable housing throughout the state of Oregon.
Aubré is married with 3 sons. He enjoys relaxing with the family, going to the gym, and reading.
Nik Merrick came to the world of commercial finance because of his desire to collaborate with successful individuals, utilizing an ethical compass, to find creative and reliable financial solutions where clients achieve long-term financial wellness and prosperity.
Nik's core mission is to provide the utmost level of dedication and service to his clients and inspire them with confidence and access to capital to pursue and achieve their greatest ambitions.
Dedicated to advocating for the next generation, Nik has over a decade and a half of experience in public schools as an educator and consultant, specializing in crisis management.
With a passion for entrepreneurial endeavors, Nik founded Portland area restaurants that continue to thrive and has worked as a restaurant startup consultant. Additionally, Nik has multiple years working as a general contractor for both commercial and residential projects.
Because of his diverse background, Nik has experienced the importance of access to capital in the process of acquiring and maintaining assets and expanding real estate portfolios.