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Meet Our Team

Our team has a proven track record in all forms of real estate development, with successful execution through multiple market cycles within a variety of geographic markets.

Brent Sawchyn

Brent Sawchyn

Founder, Chief Executive Officer

As the founder and leader of Urban Flats, Brent plays a central role in defining and refining our vision for each project. Brent’s development and operational experience spans over three decades, across a wide variety of commercial, residential and industrial projects.

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Shawn Smith

Shawn Smith CA, CPA

Chief Financial Officer

Shawn is the financial "quarterback" of our company, ensuring smooth and efficient financial interactions between investors, financial partners, purchasers, suppliers, and our team members.

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Steve Forrest

Steve Forrest CA, CPA

Chief Operating Officer

As a cross-functional leader of acquisitions, development and construction, Steve is responsible for ensuring every community is built on process, on time, on budget and through a high performing team dynamic"

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Kirk Robinson

Kirk Robinson PMP

Senior Vice President, Development

Kirk oversees the planning, building, and delivery of our rental communities from concept to completion.

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Nadja Gehriger

Nadja Gehriger CFA

Director, Development & Investmens

Coupled with a rare skill set encompassing both the investment banking and development management world, Nadja’s experience covers all facets of real estate planning, development, financing and acquisitions.

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Greg Santa

Greg Santa

Director, Development

Greg applies his broad skillset and diverse project experience to every development, ensuring thoughtful design that prioritizes the end user. With a belief in working backward from the finished product, he focuses on creating spaces that enhance comfort, interaction, and engagement within their surroundings.

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Antony Sulentic

Antony Sulentic

Acquisitions & Asset Manager

Antony is the leader of our acquisitions and asset management team, responsible for identifying, evaluating, and acquiring appropriate development properties.