PERCIPIO PARTNERS - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Member of the Miss Omaha Board of Directors
- Director of Property Management / Omaha, NE
- Director of Property Management / Quality
- Director of Property Management for Our Property Management Company, HD
As the Director of Property Management for our property management company, HD, Angel knows that a high level of customer service is the key to success. With 20 years of experience in real estate management, along with expert knowledge of real estate management, she strives to create a strong rental marketplace presence while holding herself to a high standard of quality care to the needs of HD tenants.
. Service. Knowledge. As the Director of Property Management for the real estate division, HD, Angel knows that a high level of customer service is the key to success.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Miss Omaha Board of Directors
- Consulting Manager at Percipio Business Advisors
- Consulting Manager of Percipio Business Advisors / Omaha, NE
Graduating from Nebraska Wesleyan University, Ben earned his B.S. in Accounting. Following college, Ben worked in the tax department for a large public accounting firm, performing a wide range of work including but not limited to creating detailed tax solutions and completing tax returns for individuals to large multi-state corporations. Most recently, Ben became a real estate professional, gaining experience in buying and selling residential real estate. With Ben's diverse background he is uniquely positioned to deliver customized accounting, finance, and tax solutions.
Observe. Action. Educate. As a Consulting Manager at Percipio Business Advisors, Ben observes and recommends business activities that allow his clients to implement updated strategies that both improve efficiency and use financial assets to fuel business growth.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Miss Omaha Board of Directors
- President
- Principal
- President and Principal / Omaha, NE
As President and Principal, Bret provides significant stability with a firm commitment to building an experienced team that drives operational efficiencies. His business development experience is broad and deep.
Additionally, his responsibilities include investment management and oversight, strategic planning and execution of the firm's companies under management. He also manages the day-to-day operations including the company's revenue-generating businesses. Under his leadership, the company consistently delivers solid results, underpinned by thoughtful growth and industry-leading risk management. Bret values the importance of the collective strength provided by skilled employees to drive growth.
While he has supported many nonprofit organizations throughout his business career, The Hope Center holds a special place in his heart for the change it has brought to so many lives in North Omaha over the past 20 years.
Great tech + even better people = business success. Bret knows this formula is true because he has spent a lifetime proving it. Before becoming Percipio's President and Principal, Bret built several successful businesses, including a litigation discovery company that grew to over 100 employees with $9 million in annual revenue and a client roster of large, prominent law firms.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Miss Omaha Board of Directors
- President
- President of Percipio Respiratory / Omaha, NE
- President of Percipio Respiratory / Strategy
As President, Brian delivers on building an experienced team that drives operational growth.
Additionally, his responsibilities include operational ownership, strategic planning, and execution of the firm's companies under management. He also manages the day-to-day operations including the company's revenue-generating businesses. Under his leadership, the company consistently delivers growth in our Respiratory Service lines. Brian values the importance of the collective strength provided by skilled employees to drive growth.
While he has been part of many Healthcare Organizations from Johnson and Johnson, Boston Scientific, and AMN Healthcare throughout his business career, delivering patient care is at the heart of what fuels him.
Strategy. Execute. Grow. As President, Brian delivers on building an experienced team that drives operational growth. Additionally, his responsibilities include operational ownership, strategic planning, and execution of the firm's companies under management. He also manages the day-to-day operations including the company's revenue-generating businesses.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Miss Omaha Board of Directors
- Director of Construction & Property Maintenance
- Director of Construction & Property Maintenance / Omaha, NE
Maintenance is not just the turn of a screwdriver, and Darion understands that. He consistently demands high quality workmanship from his team in a timely manner. 11 years in maintenance leadership has taught Darion that this competency produces a satisfactory resident experience and drives the company reputation.
Darion began his journey in maintenance as a groundskeeper in high school and then elevated to a maintenance technician/supervisor after graduating college. Prior to joining HD, Darion worked for a rapidly growing multi-family property management company based in Omaha serving as a maintenance manager overseeing a portfolio of 6,000 units.
Accuracy. Efficiency. Reliability. Maintenance is not just the turn of a screwdriver, and Darion understands that. He consistently demands high quality workmanship from his team in a timely manner.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Miss Omaha Board of Directors
- Vice President of Asset Management
- Vice President of Asset Management / Omaha, NE
After a 15-year career in banking, Doug learned that success in business, regardless of industry, was based on relationships: relationships with clients and vendors built on trust, and relationships with colleagues based on respect. When combined, positive results are inevitable. With that formula at the forefront, Doug is honored to serve as Vice President of Asset Management, a role that allows him to focus on his passions in investment real estate and team leadership.
Doug holds a B.A. in Finance from Central College and is a graduate of the Graduate School of Banking at Colorado. Doug is analytical and thoughtful by nature, traits that provide for a solid foundation as an analyst in commercial lending. He used that foundation to develop and foster client relationships across a wide range of industries for community and regional banks. In recent years, Doug focused exclusively on investment real estate, financing projects in the multi-family sector. This narrowed focus ultimately led him to this leadership position in an organization of which he is proud to be a part.
Relationships. Respect. Results. After a 15-year career in banking, Doug learned that success in business, regardless of industry, was based on relationships: relationships with clients and vendors built on trust, and relationships with colleagues based on respect.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Miss Omaha Board of Directors
- CEO of Percipio Workforce Solutions, Temporary Staffing Services
- CEO of Percipio Workforce Solutions, Temporary Staffing Services / Des Moines, IA
With over 20 years of experience in management and leadership, the last 11+ in staffing and employment, Gabe brings robust experience to the team having previously served as an area manager, regional manager, regional Vice President, and CEO of staffing firms in the Midwest.
Gabe is a born and raised Iowan having spent his formative years growing up in Waterloo, Iowa. He then matriculated to the University of Iowa where he graduated with a degree in economics. After college, Gabe joined the management trainee program at Enterprise Rent-A-Car where we quickly moved his career forward ultimately serving for several years as an Area Manager. After over 11 years with Enterprise, Gabe turned in a new direction and entered the staffing and employment industry.
Over the past 11 years, Gabe has opened over 10 locations, expanded to multiple states, and achieved industry-leading Net Promoter Scores (NPS) from clients and candidates. Gabe is excited to be a part of the Percipio Workforce Solutions team. Gabe is a graduate of Leadership Iowa, an active member of Faith Lutheran Church, and is kept busy by his 3 active and energetic daughters.
Relationships. Achieve. Educate. With over 20 years of experience in management and leadership, the last 11+ in staffing and employment, Gabe brings robust experience to the team.
Job Titles:
- Founder
- Member of the Miss Omaha Board of Directors
- Principal
- Founder & Principal / Omaha, NE
Shepherd. Mentor. Catalyst. Those three words mean a great deal to Jim. As CEO and investment committee chairman for Percipio, the investment holding company he founded, Jim's focus is twofold - to shepherd the capital entrusted to him by his investors and to mentor his loyal team of professionals as they seek to spur business growth.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Miss Omaha Board of Directors
- Vice President of Accounting Operations
- Vice President of Accounting Operations / Omaha, NE
In over 13 years, Jim has participated in every aspect of property management. With his hands-on approach and industry knowledge, Jim has been an integral part in developing HD's best practices and procedures. Since his start with HD in 2014, units under management have grown from 230 to over 800. With acquisitions ranging from ground-up builds to complete destabilization rehabs, Jim has experienced it all.
Adapt. Collaborate. Grow. As Vice President of Accounting Operations, Jim understands that growth and success come from being able to adapt to ever-changing market conditions and effectively collaborate with different personalities.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Miss Omaha Board of Directors
- CEO of Percipio Workforce Solutions
- CEO of Percipio Workforce Solutions / Kansas City, MO
Jim takes those three words seriously when working with his clients and his peers. He is passionate about making his clients better, using his background and experience. He takes great care to make sure those around him feel supported. Finally, he is motivated to help his clients and Percipio grow profitable business!
Jim has 25 years of experience in the fields of staffing, recruiting and human resources. After touring over 2,100 manufacturing and warehouse facilities in his career, Jim has developed workforce best practices that can be utilized to improve retention and reduce turnover. The staffing industry allowed Jim to learn many lessons in business, ranging from staff management to recruiting techniques and a healthy dose of acquisition activity. Jim earned his Bachelor's Degree at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and is the proud father of three girls.
Passionate. Caring. Motivated. Jim takes those three words seriously when working with his clients and his peers. He is passionate about making his clients better, using his background and experience.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Miss Omaha Board of Directors
- Vice President of Percipio Business Advisors
- Vice President of Percipio Business Advisors / Omaha, NE
As Vice President at Percipio Business Advisors, Justin's practice focus includes working with owners of privately held business from their preparation of potential mergers and acquisitions through the post-closing true ups. His technical expertise in this area includes financial due diligence, EBITDA and working capital analyses, quality of earnings studies, and review and revision of transaction-related agreements. Justin prides himself on negotiating on behalf of his clients to ensure they receive the best outcome available to them.
Justin also supports Percipio's financial consulting practice through outsourced Chief Financial Officer and Controllership services.
Justin previously worked in public accounting as a Senior Manager in the Transaction Advisory and Audit & Assurance departments at a Top 100 public accounting firm in Southern California.
He earned his Bachelor's double majoring in Accounting and Finance, and his Master's in Professional Accountancy from the University of Nebraska - Lincoln.
When he is not supporting clients, he spends time going to concerts, traveling with his fiancé, snowboarding, and hanging out with his Bernedoodle pup, Paulie!
Affiliations
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
California Society of Certified Public Accountants (CalCPA)
Nebraska Society of Certified Public Accountants (NESCPA)
Prepare. Perform. Produce. As Vice President at Percipio Business Advisors, Justin's practice focus includes working with owners of privately held business from their preparation of potential mergers and acquisitions through the post-closing true ups.
Job Titles:
- Director of Human Resources
- Member of the Miss Omaha Board of Directors
- Director of Human Resources / Des Moines, IA
In 13 years of Human Resources experience, Kristin has earned the respect and trust of management and associates alike. As Director of Human Resources, she uses her extensive expertise in helping companies improve efficiencies and maximize talent in the areas of employee relations, employee benefits & wellness, employee recruitment, training and development, and administrative responsibilities. But her real talents can't be taught: relating to people, making real connections, and advocating for others.
Whether it's serving on a leadership team or onboarding new team members, Kristin brings the perfect balance of warmth and professionalism to the workplace. Kristin is also passionate about another "C" - culture. "I believe in working hard, having fun and recognizing people for a job well done. People are the most important asset of every business, and it's essential to provide a happy and productive environment where everyone works to realize our mission and goals."
Kristin Olson Director of Human Resources Care. Communicate. Connect. These three "C's" sum up Kristin Olson's workplace values. Learn More
Job Titles:
- Marketing Manager
- Member of the Miss Omaha Board of Directors
- Member of the American Legion Auxiliary
- Neppl Marketing Manager
Krystal serves as the Marketing Manager combining her more than 20 years of experience in all aspects of marketing. She is responsible for the development and execution of strategic marketing initiatives, day-to-day management of projects including brand awareness, management of digital and print collateral, presentations, social media, and analysis of campaigns.
Krystal has been an active member of the American Legion Auxiliary and Western Iowa American Legion Riders for over 20 years. Supporting veterans and their families is close to her heart.
Creative. Supportive. Strategic. Krystal is the Marketing Manager for Percipio Partners, LLC. She has more than 20 years of experience in all aspects of marketing.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Miss Omaha Board of Directors
- Consulting Manager at Percipio Business Advisors
- Consulting Manager of Percipio Business Advisors / Omaha, NE
As a Consulting Manager at Percipio Business Advisors, Matt works with his clients to improve and maintain effective financial processes and helps them to improve performance, plan for the future, and achieve their goals.
Matt works with businesses to develop and streamline their financial processes for a more accurate and clear financial position and forecast. Matt also works with business owners to improve and maintain financial performance and achieve their goals.
Matt's prior experience is in public accounting as a Senior Accountant in a Top 100 CPA firm. He worked in an outsourced accounting role for clients in a variety of industries as well as assisting in corporate, personal, and payroll tax services.
He earned his bachelor's degree in accounting from the University of Nebraska - Lincoln and is a Certified Public Accountant, licensed in the state of Nebraska.
Affiliations
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
Nebraska Society of Certified Public Accountants (NESCPA)
Innovate. Collaborate. Motivate. As a Consulting Manager at Percipio Business Advisors, Matt works with his clients to improve and maintain effective financial processes and helps them to improve performance, plan for the future, and achieve their goals.
Job Titles:
- Director of Corporate Communications
- Member of the Miss Omaha Board of Directors
- Director of Corporate Communications / Omaha, NE
As Director of Corporate Communications, Megan uses her strong strategy, management, and relationship-building skills to create connections with investors and partners to propel our business endeavors forward. With experience across multiple industries, Megan brings agility and expertise to all her work.
Megan currently works closely with our asset management team to support the efforts and growth of the overall business.
She earned her bachelor's degree in business administration with an emphasis in marketing from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Megan's previous work spans large publicly traded organizations to start-up endeavors. She brings experience in customer service, account management, corporate communication, brand strategy, project management, and content leadership. She has worked in a variety of industries including financial services, renewable energy, e-commerce, agribusiness, and non-profit.
Connect. Activate. Progress. Megan uses her strong strategy, management, and relationship-building skills to create connections with investors and partners to propel our business endeavors forward.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Miss Omaha Board of Directors
- Bookkeeper of Percipio Business Advisors
- Bookkeeper of Percipio Business Advisors / Omaha, NE
As an Office Administration and Bookkeeping professional of over 20 years, Michele has a background in a variety of industries, including hospitality, non-profit, commercial real estate, and retail.
She grew up in Omaha but has spent time living in other areas like Dallas, Texas for college, earning a Bachelor of Arts Degree in English at Southern Methodist University. Most recently Michele spent eight and a half years in Colorado working in the mountain resort areas of Vail and Beaver Creek, returning to Omaha in May of 2021.
Outside of work Michele enjoys reading, yardwork, spending time at the pool in the summer, watching Huskers football and Creighton basketball with friends, and hanging out with her very spoiled cat Birdie.
Organize. Listen. Observe. As an Office Administration and Bookkeeping professional of over 20 years, Michele has a background in a variety of industries, including hospitality, non-profit, commercial real estate, and retail.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Miss Omaha Board of Directors
- Vice President of Financial Consulting
- Vice President of Percipio Business Advisors
- Vice President of Percipio Business Advisors / Omaha, NE
As Vice President of Financial Consulting at Percipio Partners, Nick works alongside business owners and their employees to maximize financial department efficiency and improve the overall performance of the company.
He currently advises and contributes to the development of strategic goals and objectives as well as the overall financial management on behalf of clients and their employees to improve the overall performance of their company.
Nick previously held roles in public accounting and private industries, where his duties ranged from producing key performance indicators, dashboards, forecasts and auditing large private companies.
He earned his Bachelor's and Master's in Professional Accountancy from the University of Nebraska - Lincoln. Subsequently, he secured his Certified Public Accountant license, CPA, which he keeps active through continuing professional education courses.
Plan. Execute. Evaluate. As Vice President, Financial Consulting at Percipio Partners, Nick works alongside business owners and their employees to maximize financial department efficiency and improve the overall performance of the company.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Miss Omaha Board of Directors
- Consulting Manager at Percipio Business Advisors
- Consulting Manager of Percipio Business Advisors / Omaha, NE
Graduating from the University of Nebraska - Lincoln, Seth earned his B.A. in accounting with minors in finance and management. He went on to complete his Master's in Professional Accountancy before going to work at a large public accounting firm in the tax department. Seth's prior experience in accounting, banking, and financial institutions has allowed him to perform many different duties ranging from tax consulting to analyzing and reviewing financial statements.
Analyze. Adapt. Achieve. As a Consulting Manager at Percipio Business Advisors, Seth specializes in working with businesses to leverage their financial assets in order to maximize business growth.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Miss Omaha Board of Directors
- Associate With Percipio Business Advisors
- Business Owners
- Consulting Associate of Percipio Business Advisors
- Consulting Associate of Percipio Business Advisors / Omaha, NE
As a Consulting Associate with Percipio Business Advisors, Susan assists business owners and their staff with a wide variety of unique needs. With a degree in Business Management and Marketing, Susan spent her early career as an Office Manager and helped to build successful teams in multiple industries including retail, marketing, and IT. Over the years she has added accounting and finance expertise to her toolkit which has made her an invaluable member of our team.
For Percipio clients, Susan wears many hats and is willing to assist in any effort to add value to their systems. This includes being many clients "go to" consultant for quick projects with tight deadlines.
Susan offers extensive knowledge of administrative functions and has strong Excel and Accounting Software knowledge which allows her to step in as a Bookkeeper/Controller while also streamlining processes and procedures due to her vast prior experiences.
She enjoys being involved with teams that help manage and grow businesses for success. She enjoys working with several different clients in several industries.
When she is not working, Susan loves spending time with her husband and three children. Her hobbies include many outdoor activities including camping, kayaking, and hiking.
Learn. Organize. Build. As a Consulting Associate in Percipio's Finance Practice, Susan assists business owners and their staff with a wide variety of unique needs.
Job Titles:
- Founder
- Member of the Miss Omaha Board of Directors
- Principal
- Founder & Principal / Chicago, IL
Consult. Conserve. Create. Those three words mean a great deal to Bill. As a co-founder and investment committee vice chairman for Percipio, Bill is passionate about problem-solving, particularly around process controls.