Eugene Schmitt
Eugene has a diverse commercial real estate background that includes portfolio asset management oversight, portfolio leasing expertise, and direct involvement of over $250M in development. Eugene holds a B.S. from the U.S. Naval Academy and an M.B.A. from Tulane University, with concentrations in Finance and Accounting. Eugene is a member of Innovating Commerce Service Communities (ICSC) and The Congress for the New Urbanism. Eugene is originally from Pass Christian, Mississippi. He enjoys competitive sailing and spending time with his wife, Theresa, and son, Keegan.
Tyler Robinson
Tyler comes from an analytical background in real estate that includes appraisal, acquisition analysis, and development analysis. Prior to SVN | Urban, Tyler was the Development Analyst for Stirling Properties where he worked with the Development and Acquisition Teams in evaluating virtually all real estate asset classes. Tyler has provided underwriting support for over $50 million in investment sales over the past year. Tyler holds a B.A. from Yale University and an M.B.A. from Tulane University. Tyler is an active member of the Urban Land Institute. Tyler is originally from Lake Charles, LA. He enjoys experiencing the best of New Orleans – its cuisine and music.
Tim Thompson
Tim has a diverse leasing, investment sales, and development background. As the firm’s Broker of Record, he oversees all real estate transactions for the firm as well as spearheading landlord representation and assisting on development deals. Prior to joining SVN | Urban Properties, Tim was a commercial broker with Stirling Properties where he represented both landlord and tenant needs focused primarily in the New Orleans metro area. A graduate of Metairie Park Country Day School, Tim studied Social Sciences and Business Administration at Louisiana State University. He is an active member of Innovating Commerce Service Communities (ICSC) and New Orleans Metropolitan Association of Realtor’s Commercial Investment Division (NOMAR CID).
Mike Bucher
Mike Bucher comes from a strong project management and construction background. He is responsible for managing SVN | Urban Properties’ development initiatives from entitlements to delivery. Prior to joining SVN | Urban, Mike served as VP of Development at Stirling Properties where he was responsible for leading new and ongoing development projects with a specialization in office and medical office product types. In addition, Mr. Bucher managed Stirling Properties’ New Orleans office at the Pan American Life Center, where he was responsible for new business development, specifically focused on the New Orleans market. Mr. Bucher holds a B.S. in Business Administration from Villanova University, and an M.B.A. from the University of Virginia’s Darden School of Business, with specializations in corporate finance and investment banking.
John Crisler
John joins SVN/Urban Properties as a Managing Director and Partner with over 20+ years in commercial real estate. He brings extensive experience in appraisal, brokerage, and advising on complex transactions. John holds degrees and certifications from Notre Dame and Tulane. He has previously served as a finance director/advisor to a local hospital and was the chairman of the Louisiana Planning Advisory Board.
Outside work, he enjoys traveling to Fairhope, AL, with his wife and two children.
Henry Shortess
Henry Shortess joined SVN | Urban Properties, as an Advisor in the summer of 2019.
Prior to SVN | Urban, Henry was an equity research associate for two years with Johnson Rice & Co., a boutique energy-focused investment brokerage firm in New Orleans. Henry graduated from Louisiana State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, and was also a member of the men’s basketball team as a walk-on before earning a scholarship in his final semester. He also holds a Master’s degree in Energy Management from Tulane University’s A.B. Freeman School of Business.
Henry enjoys exploring all that New Orleans has to offer, including its world-class food and music scene.
Luis Banos
As Director of Asset Management, Luis leads strategic efforts to maximize the value and performance of Urban’s existing property portfolio and manages various development projects.
A New Orleans native, Luis developed a strong appreciation for architecture, historic preservation, and design from an early age. His 20 + year career spans multiple areas of commercial real estate including finance, investment, development and brokerage. His passion for the built environment and deep industry expertise enable Luis to deliver exceptional outcomes for Urban’s stakeholders.
Luis earned a BBA in Real Estate and an MBA from the University of Georgia.
Kate Whalen
Kate Whalen came to the SVN | Urban brokerage team from the Dallas Market.
As an agent with Urban, she brokers real estate transactions for clients and the firm. Kate serves tenants and landlords on SVN | Urban’s behalf. Whalen’s expertise also aids in developing presentations, proposals, and market studies for brands and concepts looking to expand into the New Orleans MSA.
Prior to SVN | Urban, Kate spent four years in Dallas, TX working in commercial real estate as a tenant representative at Whitebox Real Estate. Born and raised in New Orleans, Kate attended the University of Alabama and graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Communication studies and a minor in Public Relations, and was also a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority.
In her spare time, Kate enjoys traveling, cooking, and spending time in Audubon Park.
Sam Hurley
As an Advisor, Sam works diligently on all aspects of real estate transactions for the firm and his clients. He has in-depth experience across several asset classes including: land, retail, office and more. Sam analyzes his client's needs and desires, in conjunction with current market conditions and trends, in order to fulfill his role as Advisor. With a focus on investment sales, Sam knows what it takes to navigate the varied landscape of acquisitions and dispositions.
Prior to Urban, Sam was an operations specialist with Levelset, a local tech startup in New Orleans. The New Orleans native attended Tulane University, receiving a BSM degree in Finance & Management with a Specialization in Entrepreneurship. He was also a member of the Tulane football team (Roll Wave!).
In his spare time, Sam enjoys exercising with his pup (Titan), exploring the New Orleans' food scene, and golfing with his friends & clients.
Alex Fugatt
As Office Manager / Bookkeeper for the SVN | Urban team, Alex manages all aspects of the firm’s daily office operations, including oversight of the financials and bookkeeping for the firm and client properties alike. Both areas are vital to the firm’s success and require an organized, numbers-minded professional, and Alex’s expertise optimizes this role.
Prior to joining SVN | Urban, Alex’s background has primarily been working in an executive support role with start-ups and small businesses in the construction and technology industries. Originally from Lake Charles, she is a graduate of McNeese State University. When not at the HUB, she plays in multiple kickball leagues and enjoys traveling.
Keith Gross
Keith Gross joined the SVN | Urban Properties Team as a Property Manager. Keith supports the Property / Asset Management Team by managing all aspects of the firm's daily property management operations, which includes the oversight of 25 properties (and growing), totaling more than 550,000+ SF across six Louisiana Parishes.
Keith came to New Orleans from Orlando, FL with a very diverse professional background. After graduating with a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from the University of Central Florida in 2010 he worked as a financial analyst as well as costuming project specialist for The Walt Disney Company until 2019. (Fun Fact, in 2012 Keith put his professional career on hold to be a cast member in the Original Broadway Cast of Bring it On: The Musical). Since 2020, Keith has focused primarily on construction and property management in the New Orleans area.
When not at Urban HUB, his hobbies include traveling, outdoor activities and sports, and spending time with his family and friends.
Ryan Bridges
Ryan Bridges is our Head of Operations for Urban HUB Ryan also plans to obtain her real estate salesperson license by 2024, further adding to the brokerage team’s book of business.
Prior to joining SVN | Urban, Ryan spent the past four years in hospitality operations for Sonder ranging from warehouse logistics to property management and operations management. Before that, Ryan spent more than five years in procurement for Boeing.
Originally from Virginia, Ryan holds a Bachelors of the Arts in Sociology from the University of Virginia.
In her spare time, she began her journey as a birth doula supporting parents through their pregnancy and birth journeys. She loves making memories with her family, usually trying new local restaurants and you can find her practicing to be a contestant on her favorite Food Network shows.
Cullan Maumus
Cullan brings a wealth of experience in real estate development and investment to SVN Urban Properties. Prior to joining the team, he spent 11 years as Managing Director at NORF Companies, where he spearheaded the identification, acquisition, and construction of over 70 successful projects totaling approximately 700,000 square feet and valued at $160 million. During his tenure at NORF, Cullan was instrumental in launching and managing three Qualified Opportunity Zone Funds, which invested over $100 million across the Southern United States.
In addition to his professional accomplishments, Cullan is deeply involved in academia and civic engagement. He is a professor of Real Estate Finance at Tulane University's A.B. Freeman School of Business, where he earned his MBA in 2013. Cullan is a Fellow of the Institute of Politics at Loyola University of New Orleans and serves on the Metropolitan Crime Commission's board of directors.
Cullan holds a BS in Hospitality and Tourism Management from the University of Massachusetts, where he was a four-year starter on the university's baseball team. A native of New Orleans, he currently resides there with his wife Jill, their three sons, and their dog Coco.
Tommy Leblanc
With seven years of experience in the property management industry, Tommy brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the vibrant market of New Orleans. Originally hailing from New Iberia, Louisiana, Tommy has developed a deep understanding of the unique real estate landscape in the region.
Tommy's passion for real estate is matched only by a love for the outdoors. When not helping clients find their ideal commercial properties, Tommy can be found indulging in favorite hobbies: sailing the beautiful waters of the Gulf Coast, exploring the skies through aviation, or enjoying a peaceful day of fishing.
As a dedicated and enthusiastic real estate professional, Tommy is committed to providing exceptional service and achieving outstanding results for clients. Whether you are looking to buy, sell, or lease commercial property, Tommy is here to guide you through every step of the process with integrity and expertise.
Hayden Davis
Hayden joined the SVN | Urban Properties brokerage team in the summer of 2024.
Before transitioning to real estate, Hayden built a successful career in sales and management within the food, beverage, and hospitality industry, notably with Strategic Hospitality in Nashville. This background has instilled in Hayden a deep appreciation for vibrant city culture, which she now brings to her real estate endeavors.
Her passion for real estate is complemented by a strong commitment to client satisfaction, making her a dependable resource for those navigating the dynamic New Orleans market.
Hayden holds a Bachelor’s degree in Integrated Marketing Communications with a minor in Business Administration from the University of Mississippi. Outside of work, Hayden is passionate about cooking, live music, exploring new restaurants, running, her cavapoo, Charlie, and watching Ole Miss football with her husband, Sam.
Gavin Massengale
Gavin joined SVN | Urban Properties in the summer of 2023 as an Associate Advisor; he specializes in the Multifamily market.
After gaining experience executing leases across a variety of asset classes, his primary focus is now Multifamily assets, including mixed-use developments and traditional Multifamily. Through his track record of working with buyers and sellers, Gavin works with each client’s specific needs in both acquisition and disposition of Multifamily assets. He is committed to leveraging his local network as well as the national network of SVN to provide every advantage to his clients in the marketplace. Prior to joining Urban, he was a Research Analyst for Levelset, a startup in the construction software industry.
Gavin is originally from Austin, TX and holds a BA in Political Science/International Relations from Tulane University. Gavin enjoys walking his dog in Audubon Park, golfing or fishing when he can, and the live music and cuisine that makes New Orleans special.
Richard Brennan
Born and raised in New Orleans, Richard's passion for his home city is deeply rooted in his love for the historical architecture, its unique culture and its fabulous food.
He has a culinary background in both the kitchen and the business development and management of restaurants. While getting his degrees from the College of Charleston in Business Administration and Hospitality and Tourism Management, he took courses in Historical Preservation in hopes of bringing that back and someday utilizing that information in New Orleans.
Richard's passion for real estate development grew naturally from his upbringing in the restaurant industry and he eagerly embraced the opportunity to combine his passion for both development opportunities and the food and beverage industry.
Richard also loves all things outdoors and any opportunity to volunteer for causes that benefit area youth like Son of a Saint and Hogs for a Cause.
Rhett Hymel
Rhett is a seasoned commercial real estate broker with over a decade of experience across all facets of the industry, including office, industrial, and retail leasing and sales. He has successfully represented both landlords and tenants, working directly or in partnership with major companies such as Amazon, FedEx and Chevron. A proud graduate of Louisiana State University with a degree in Finance (Geaux Tigers!), Rhett brings a strategic, client-focused approach to every deal. Outside the office, he enjoys teeing off on the golf course and spending quality time with his wife and three kids.
Travis Whitehead
As a Bookkeeper for SVN | Urban, Travis supports the firm’s financial operations by managing day-to-day bookkeeping functions and ensuring accurate financial record-keeping for both the firm and its client properties. His attention to detail and proficiency with accounting tools make him a key part of the team’s back-office operations.
Before joining SVN | Urban, Travis gained valuable experience as a tax intern at a small accounting firm, where he developed a strong foundation in financial reporting and tax preparation. He is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting at the University of New Orleans and holds a certification in QuickBooks.
Originally from Berwick, Louisiana, Travis enjoys hiking, traveling, and working out in his free time.
