Pappageorge Haymes

Architect

Since 1981, the architecture of Pappageorge Haymes Partners (PH) has had a profound influence on attitudes toward the rebirth of our cities and the promise of urban living. Our unique approach – both passionately civic and distinctly practical – has produced a remarkable and award-winning body of work that includes nearly every product and building type, from single-family homes to high-rises, expansive mixed-use developments, far-sighted neighborhood plans, and the creative adaptive re-use of structures across the United States. Well known for the collaborative, client-oriented approach and insightful skill we bring to every project, PH is widely recognized as an important leader in its field. The firm’s structure facilitates efficient staffing and knowledge transfer, providing clients with the expertise and vision they need to achieve their goals.

Burt Rezko

Project Engineer

Burt is a registered professional engineer with over 30 years of experience in planning, design and construction engineering of facilities and systems for the City of Chicago. In his previous role as a deputy commissioner with the Department of Water Management, he was responsible for oversight and management of the planning and implementation of the capital improvement program for the Department’s water main construction program, sewer main construction program and the facilities construction program. These programs totaled over $600 million dollars annually. Burt has a Master’s in Business Administration In the fields of finance and operations management from the University of Illinois at Chicago, and Bachelors of Science in electrical engineering from the University of Wisconsin Madison.

David Crowell

Project Manager

David leads DAC’s Project and Program Management for its urban high-rise developments. During his 40+ year career, he has been responsible for successful delivery of more than 150 major, high profile programs and projects totaling nearly 100 million square feet. He brings discipline to goal setting and decision-making throughout programming, pre-construction, procurement, and design phases. His work reflects a mastery of processes with high degrees of integrated technology, complexity and quality. A nationally and internationally recognized expert in high-rise buildings, Mr. Crowell has implemented design management, logistics and constructability efficiencies for this highly specialized building type in the United States, the Middle East and Europe. His notable work includes leading the design phase for The Shard – an icon in London’s revitalized London Bridge Quarter, the tallest building in Western Europe; and Jeddah Tower in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, which upon completion will be the world’s tallest building.

Sonder Hospitality

Operator

At Sonder, we’re on a mission to redefine hospitality by bringing exceptional stays everywhere. Hotels aren’t always hip. Hosts aren’t always reliable. So we’re changing the game—with spaces that inspire and delight, that fulfill needs without sacrificing style, all while delivering seamless, personalized experiences. Check in, request fresh towels, and get dinner recommendations—all from your phone. By eliminating inefficiencies as we grow, we can deliver hospitality that’s both remarkable and accessible. Because everyone should be able to afford an extraordinary place to stay.

Adam Rezko

Developer

Adam oversees all aspects of DAC’s hospitality developments including sourcing acquisition opportunities, concept planning, entitlement, design, financing and managing relationships with DAC’s hospitality brand partners. Adam’s background includes real-estate, media and technology. Prior to joining DAC, he founded Yella, Inc, a technology company at the intersection of location technology and retail. At Yella, he managed product development, fundraising, operations, hiring and all aspects of the company’s business.