Our Team - The McLellan Company

Our Leadership Team

The McLellan Company’s success is due to outstanding people. Please meet our team:

Steve McKibben

President & CEO

Rein Gabrielsen

VP Operations

Tracey Ferguson

Controller

Julie DeShazo

Director of Commercial Properties

Melissa Farris

Director of Residential Properties

Ganzaya Gombosuren

Senior Accountant

Nick Quach

Property Accountant

Julie Escudero

Property Manager

Jennifer Sevillia

Senior Leasing Manager

Anè Tapaatoutai

Leasing Manager

Mario Trujillo

Assistant Leasing Manager

Steve McKibben
Steve is an industry veteran with over thirty-five years of experience in all aspects of real estate. Steve has held senior executive positions with industry leading companies including Westcore Properties, The RMR Group and Panattoni Development Company. In addition to his overall leadership, Steve serves as TMC’s investment officer. Steve is a graduate of UC Irvine with a degree in Political Science.

Rein Gabrielsen
Rein is responsible for TMC’s operations and asset management activities. Rein has over 20 years of experience in real estate investment, portfolio management and operations. Most recently, Rein was responsible for Capita Land’s bi-coastal Tech-office portfolio, which ranged from single tenant core assets to value-add tech-centric flex buildings. Rein holds a BA in Economics from San Francisco State University and an MBA from the University of Edinburgh.

Julie DeShazo
Julie is responsible for TMC’s commercial property management operations. She has over 25 years of experience in property management, asset management and acquisitions/dispositions of a variety of commercial property types with outstanding companies such as South Bay Development, Aetna Realty Investors, and The Koll Company. Julie holds a BS in Finance/Real Estate from University of California at Berkeley and an MBA from Santa Clara University. Julie also holds a California real estate license.

Julie Escudero
Julie is a Property Manager for TMC’s commercial property management operations. Overseeing third party property managers across our portfolio. Additionally, she has primary responsibility for the property management, operations, and maintenance activities in McLellan’s Northern California commercial real estate assets. Julie also handles much of TMC’s commercial tenant and vendor communications. Julie’s efficiency and professionalism greatly contribute to TMC’s strong tenant, vendor and broker relationships.

Ganzaya Gombosuren
Ganzaya manages all aspects of corporate accounting at TMC. She brings five years of property management and real estate accounting experience to her position. She has held accounting positions with real estate and fintech companies including First Republic Bank, Lending Club and Lincoln Property Company. Ganzaya graduated with a Master of Science degree in Finance from Golden Gate University.

Tracey Ferguson
Tracey serves as TMC’s Controller. She has over 25 years of real estate accounting experience in both commercial and multi-family product types at the corporate and property levels. Tracey’s experience includes senior accounting positions with Maximus Real Estate Partners, Harsch Investment Properties as well as TMC’s previous Senior Accountant. Tracey graduated from San Francisco State University with a B.S. in Business Administration.

Nick Quach
Nick has over twenty years of accounting experience in various industries including retail/logistics & construction. He has held positions with notable companies including Pet Food Express and BRE Properties (now Essex Property Trust). Nick performs much of TMC’s property-level accounting functions for the company portfolio. Nick holds a Bachelor of Science degree in finance from San Francisco State University.

Melissa Farris
Melissa is a seasoned real estate executive with over 20 years of experience in multifamily property operations and management. As Vice President at the Mosser Companies, Melissa led a large team with responsibility for portfolios of more than 3,000 units while consistently driving operational efficiencies and investor returns. Melissa’s expertise in asset management, team leadership, and strategic growth greatly benefits the The McLellan Company’s residential portfolio. Melissa holds an MBA from the University of North Florida and a B.A. from Michigan State University.

Jennifer Sevillia
Jennifer is a multi-family leasing and management expert with over 30 years of experience in the industry. Jennifer honed her skills with leading companies including Sequoia Equities, Keller Williams and De Anza Properties. Jennifer is respected for her outstanding customer service and excellent leasing performance.

Anè Tapaatoutai
Anè is a San Francisco Bay Area native whose career included many years in the hospitality industry. Anè pivoted to residential real estate with Sares Regis Group before bringing her extensive customer service background to TMC. Anè employs a personal approach to leasing and management as she supports TMC’s residential team. Anè attended George Washington University in Washington DC.

Mario Trujillo
Mario has a strong background in customer service, with extensive experience in student housing. Most recently, he worked with Peakmade Real Estate and Auxiliary Services at UC Merced. Mario brings his expertise in property management and tenant relations to TMC, ensuring exceptional service for residents and other stakeholders. He graduated from the University of California, Merced, in 2017 with a B.A. in Psychology.