Our people are the driving success behind Accesso. They bring invaluable knowledge and insights to each and every transaction – operating collaboratively and with a commitment to personalized and exceptional service.
Managing Partners
Ariel Bentata
Founding & Managing Partner, Investments
Hallandale, FL
Current
Directs the company’s investments, asset management and corporate development
Prior
Legal and business affairs counsel for MTV Networks Latin America
Counsel to a Florida law firm
Education
Bachelor's degree in Law from Universidad Católica in Caracas, Venezuela
Master’s degree from New York University
Professional Affiliations
Campaign Chair of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and the MAR JCC
Moises Benzaquen
Founding & Managing Partner, Finance
Hallandale, FL
Current
Oversees all fund underwritings and administration, accounting, and fiscal affairs
Sixteen years of U.S. commercial real estate experience and holds a commercial real estate brokers license
Prior
Senior executive positions in banking and retail sectors
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Economics from Universidad Santa Maria in Caracas, Venezuela
Bachelor’s Degree in International Trade from Instituto de Nuevas Profesiones in Caracas, Venezuela
Claudio Dombey
Founding & Managing Partner, Investor Relations
Hallandale, FL
Current
Leads the Accesso Partners team in investor relations and provides personalized attention to the company’s investors throughout the world
Prior
President of Hippocampus Vacation Club, an international real estate company specializing in hotels and timeshares
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Economics from Tel Aviv University
Daniel Goldstein
Managing Partner, Operations & Investor Relations
Hallandale, FL
Current
Leads the company’s operations as well as part of the Investor Relations front after heading the Due Diligence and Acquisition teams for multi-family residential units
Prior
CEO of a Latin American Real Estate Development Fund and a Private Equity Fund
Managed multiple industrial and consumer goods and food distribution companies in Colombia
Education
Studied law at the University Externado in Colombia
Asset Management
Deb Kolar
Chief Asset Officer / General Manager
Minneapolis, MN
Current
Oversees all asset management leasing and tenant relations for the nationwide portfolio of commercial office properties
Ensures the efficient operation and financial performance of the Minneapolis portfolio by overseeing all aspects of asset strategy including property leasing, tenant negotiations, capital improvements and financial reporting
Prior
Property Management with Institutional Owners including Heitman Financial, AT&T/Lucent Pension Funds, RREEF, John Buck Companies, Inland American Office, Lincoln Financial, Cornerstone Investments and JMI Realty
Education
Business Management Degree with concentration in Organizational Leadership from College of St. Benedict’s and an RPA designation from BOMI
Tim Peterson
Asset Manager
Atlanta, GA
Current
Oversees asset management for the Atlanta commercial office portfolio, with responsibility for day-to-day operations, leasing execution, tenant relations, capital improvements, and financial performance. He works closely with property management and leasing teams to implement asset strategies, support tenant negotiations, and ensure consistent execution across the portfolio.
Prior
Prior to joining Accesso Partners, Tim held roles across asset management, acquisitions, and real estate finance, supporting office, multifamily, and development investments. His background includes institutional office asset management, value-add and development projects, and construction loan and development risk oversight.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Science from Emory University with a concentration in Environment & Sustainability Management from Goizueta Business School.
Michael Wilson
Asset Manager
Charlotte, NC
Current
Oversees the strategic and financial performance of the Charlotte and Raleigh-Durham real estate portfolios, executing comprehensive asset strategies that include leasing, tenant negotiations, capital improvements, and financial reporting.
Leads the preparation of annual budgets and ensures operational excellence across all assets.
CFA® Charterholder—one of the most globally respected and rigorous designations in the investment profession—reflecting his deep commitment to financial expertise and ethical standards.
Prior
Over two decades of leadership in commercial real estate finance, asset management, and capital markets at Wells Fargo. Structured commercial real estate loans over $1.5 billion secured by diverse asset classes at Wealth Management’s Private Bank. Managed a $150 million REO portfolio, executing high-impact value-add strategies and negotiating transactions that delivered exceptional returns.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a major in Finance from the University of Florida
CFA® Charterholder
Bruce Koehler
Asset Manager
Houston, TX
Current
Oversees the financial performance of the Texas real estate portfolio, executing comprehensive asset strategies that include leasing, tenant negotiations, capital improvements, and financial reporting.
Leads the preparation of annual budgets and ensures operational excellence across all assets.
Past
Over three decades of leadership in commercial real estate property and facility management and leasing with Hines, Equity Office and Wells Real Estate Funds.
Operations specialist conducting property assessments and establishing operations standards.
Education
MBA from the University of St Thomas
BA in economics from St Olaf College
RPA designation from BOMI.
Tony Fischer
Director, Asset Management Capital Improvements
Chicago, IL
Current
Oversees construction management processes for the nationwide portfolio of commercial office properties.
Prior
Regional construction manager for commercial property owner and operator, Hearn
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Art History from Purdue University
Jennifer Smith
Asset Management Coordinator
Houston, TX
Current
Provides professional support to Asset Management department updating and maintaining accurate leasing metrics across the portfolio.
Prior
Before joining Accesso in 2011, Jennifer gained extensive experience as a field service manager, followed by roles in commercial property management and office administration.
Education
Attended classes at San Jacinto College: Pasadena, Texas
Portfolio Management
Kyle Allred
Director of Portfolio Management
Houston, TX
Current
Oversees budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for the nationwide commercial office portfolio
Serves as a liaison between the asset management and property management departments
Prior
Real Estate Analyst at Sueba USA Corporation
Served as an owner representative on the Board of Directors for several homeowners associations
Education
Magna Cum Laude, Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, University of Houston
Acquisitions, Dispositions
& Due Diligence
Alex Romero
Managing Director, Office Investments
Charlotte, NC
Current
Responsible for sourcing, underwriting, and closing new office and multifamily investment opportunities.
Education
Bachelor of Science from the University of Connecticut
Master of Business Administration from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Chris Walker
Associate, Investments
Charlotte, NC
Current
Responsible for sourcing, underwriting, and assisting in the closing of new office investment opportunities.
Prior
Nearly four years of capital markets experience at JLL, working in both traditional office and medical outpatient investment sales.
Education
Bachelor of Science from the University of Central Florida
Master of Business Administration from the Crummer Graduate School of Business, Rollins College
Diana Sanchez
Corporate Development and Transactions Coordinator
Hallandale, FL
Current
Responsible for comprehensive due diligence for all new acquisitions
Actively participates in sales transactions and coordinates the corporate development program for the company
Prior
Operations Supervisor at Spartan Engineering Corporation
Education
Bachelor’s in Environmental Engineering Universidad de La Salle, Bogotá, Colombia
Investor Relations
Max (Moty) Lashak
Director, Investor Relations
Houston, TX
Current
Responsible for equity raising and reporting after initially joining Accesso as a program sponsor for investment funds
Prior
Chief Sales Operator and Chief Operating Officer for large industrial manufacturers
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and Economics, Universidad Tecnológica Mexico
MBA, Instituto Panamericano de Alta dirección de Empresas IPADE, at the Universidad Panamericana, a branch of the IESE of Barcelona Business School
State of Texas Real Estate License
Silvia León
Coordinator, Investor Relations
Hallandale, FL
Current
Supports the Investor Relations team and Accesso’s wide investor pool
Leads the compliance program to ensure adherence with federal and local laws
Prior
Senior Executive Assistant reporting to the President of Akro Consulting, Inc.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration
Associate's Degree of Applied Science in Paralegal Studies
Mario Ribak
Director, Financing & Reporting
Hallandale, FL
Current
Responsible for financial control, accounting, tax administration, reporting, monitoring and all day-to-day financial matters
Involved on the investor relations front
Prior
10 years managing the Finance Department at a construction company
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, University of Buenos Aires, Argentina
Finance
Eduardo Alvarez
Chief Financial Officer
Hallandale, FL
Current
Manages financial and treasury strategy for investments and the firm
Prior:
CFO Galium Capital – real estate investment and management company.
CFO Alsis Funds – private equity firm providing structured financing through tailored made credit backed by real assets.
VP of Finance Gencom Group – private equity firm focused on hospitality and real estate development.
Education:
MBA & MS in Accounting, Northeastern University, Boston
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Universidad Metropolitana, Caracas, Venezuela
Information Technology
Jacobo Lederman
Director, IT
Hallandale, FL
Current
Maintains Accesso’s effectiveness and efficiency by defining, delivering and supporting strategic plans for implementation of information technologies
Prior
IT Support Manager for Onyx Insurance Company and IT Support Manager at AutoBank Finance Company
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Systems Administration, Politécnico Gran Colombiano, Bogotá, Colombia
Marketing
Veronica Vainrub
Director, Marketing
Hallandale, FL
Current
Spearhead all corporate marketing and communication efforts including corporate and on-site property branding, broker communication, advertising, public relations, events, email marketing, and social media efforts
Prior
Strategic Planning and Client Services positions at renowned ad agencies including Leo Burnett and Saatchi & Saatchi
Education
Cum Laude, Communication Studies from Northwestern University
MBA, Florida International University
Accesso Services
Gustavo Rosemblat
Managing Partner
Hallandale, FL
Current
Responsible for all aspects of Accesso Services’ property management
Oversees more than 140 team members and over 15 million sq. ft. of commercial property across the country
Prior
23+ years of entrepreneurial and management experience
Education
Master’s Degree in Economics Policy and Planning, Northeastern University, Boston
Licensed General Contractor, Florida
Anahi Alay
Director of Corporate Accounting
Hallandale, FL
Current
Ensures accounting transactions and investor activity are recorded and presented accurately, and that financial statements are timely and regulatory compliant
Responsible for all aspects of Accesso's daily financial matters, payroll registration and OPEX calculations
Prior
Tenaris Group, Argentina
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, emphasis in accounting
Accounting Certifications University of Miami
Candidate for Master’s Degree in Accounting
CPA Certification
Andi Perry
Regional Property Manager
Houston, TX
Current
Andi serves as the Regional Property Manager, overseeing the Texas and Atlanta portfolios by supporting on-site teams and ensuring each property meets performance goals through strategic planning and leadership.
Prior
With over 20 years of experience in the commercial property management industry, she is an experienced leasing and property manager who has consistently created value for ownership by exceeding financial results and operating objectives in leasing, capital improvements, system enhancements, tenant satisfaction, and operating expense control.
Education
Certified Property Manager (CPM) and remains committed to professional development and industry best practices
Keli Wallace
Managing Director, Property Management
Philadelphia, PA
Current
Keli currently oversees the property management for the portfolio serving as the liaison to the asset management group.
Prior
Most recently was responsible for the daily operations of 1515 Market Street
Twenty years’ experience managing office, flex, and medical office buildings in Baltimore and the Philadelphia region.
Education
Bachelor’s of Arts - Psychology from Loyola University Maryland
RPA designation from BOMI
Alan Horowitz
Global Support Manager
Hallandale, FL
Current
Supervises the implementation and follow-up of standard procedures, helping to reduce operative costs for Accesso Services
Prior
Managing Partner at a consumer products company for 16 years
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineer, Universidad Metropolitana, Caracas, Venezuela
Master of Logistics Management, Universidad Católica Andres Bello, Caracas, Venezuela
Justin Girard
Director, National Operations
Chicago, IL
Current
Leads property operations for the national portfolio
Prior
20+ years of experience in commercial property management and operations
Education
Bachelor of Science in Business Management and Quantitate Methods from Illinois State University
RPA and FMA designations from BOMI
Jose Villar
Chief Accounting Officer
Hallandale, FL
Current
Leads the accounting department in applying sound principles and procedures, ensuring that all accounting allocations are on point, implementing proper internal controls, and complying with tax regulations
Prior
Served as Controller since 2001 with The Related Group, Skyline Equities Realty, Terranova Corporation, Intradeco, and in the wholesale industry providing materials to the construction and retail industries
Education
Master’s Degree in Accounting
CPA License
Development
Alan Garzon
Managing Partner, Accesso Development
Hallandale, FL
Current
Supports fundraising efforts and client relations for institutional and high net worth investors as well as leads Accesso's multifamily efforts
Prior
Director of Operations and Finance of an internet start-up; co-managed the company alongside its CEO
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Universidad Metropolitana, Caracas, Venezuela
Master’s in Business Administration, Babson College
William (Bill) Shewalter
Executive Vice President, Accesso Development
Hallandale, FL
Current
Executive Vice President, Development at Accesso, overseeing all mixed-use and multifamily development functions including site acquisition, design, entitlements, financing, construction, and operations.
Prior
Senior VP of Development at The Related Group (Miami), leading mixed-use and market-rate residential projects.
President of Elad National Properties (Florida office), managing a $1.2B multifamily portfolio and development pipeline.
COO/CFO of The Goodman Company, directing development, redevelopment, leasing, capital raising, and asset management.
Previous roles with Homart Development Company and Deloitte & Touche in real estate finance and project development.
Education
MBA, Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University
BA, Accounting, Illinois State University
Certified Public Accountant
Oswaldo Hernandez
Executive Vice President, Accesso Development
Hallandale, FL
Current
Leads Accesso Development's construction team, driving operational performance and business growth through actionable strategies and measurable goals across all construction initiatives.
Prior
EVP of Construction, Meyers Group (2018–2025)
Construction Operations Manager, Plaza Construction (2015–2018)
Skills
Construction operations • Ground-up development • Project management • Organizational leadership • Strategic planning • Process optimization • Team development • Business growth execution
Warren Dauber
Executive Leasing Director, Accesso Development
Hallandale, FL
Current
Heads the retail leasing department at Accesso, specializing in ground-up and large-scale mixed-use development projects with a core focus on Florida markets.
Prior
Senior VP at Newmark, Boca Raton, following 20 years with Related Urban Development at Time Warner Center in New York.
35 years providing owner-focused retail leasing services from planning through execution for major mixed-use and retail developments nationwide.
Specialties
Retail leasing • Mixed-use development • Space planning • Marketing & positioning • Landlord representation • Large-scale development strategy
Ryan Hallihan
Vice President Leasing & Development, Accesso Development
Hallandale, FL
Current
Leads leasing and development initiatives for Accesso Development's mixed-use, Class A commercial projects across Florida and select national markets, including Tuttle Royale, Ovation, Dania Pointe, National Harbor, and Midtown Bonita.
Prior
14 years with Related Companies overseeing CityPlace West Palm Beach and CityPlace Doral.
10+ years with Urban Retail Properties Co. specializing in operations, asset management, leasing, and due diligence for Class A projects.
Skills
Ground-up development • Redevelopment • Mixed-use operations • Due diligence • Leasing • Asset transitions • Placemaking • Analytics
Javier J. Soza
Interior Designer & Project Manager, Accesso Development
Hallandale, FL
Current
Assistant Development & Project Manager at Accesso, responsible for design development, material specifications, contractor coordination, construction documentation, and project execution.
Prior
Interior Designer at Avanzato Design.
Architectural & Design Division Chief at Paramount Depot.
Design Specialist at Bercia (Chile).
Interior Designer at EPROB Projects (Cuba).
Education
Bachelor of Applied Science in Interior Design, Higher Industrial Design Institute (ISDI), Havana, Cuba.
Skills
Interior design • Space planning • Construction documents • Material specifications • 3D modeling • CAD software • Hospitality & residential design