Nashville EXECUTIVE Leadership Team
NICK JOHNSON
RNGD
Nick Johnson brings over a decade of expertise in commercial real estate leasing, sales, investments, and development, complemented by a strong background in sales, banking, and financial planning. A passionate networker, Nick thrives on building meaningful connections, especially in the city he loves—Nashville.
As a driving force behind RNGD’s growth, Nick oversees the development and expansion of the company’s Nashville and Huntsville offices, leveraging his experience and extensive network to position RNGD as one of the most innovative and sought-after general contractors in the Southeast.
With a deep commitment to connecting people and fostering opportunities, Nick is dedicated to creating lasting impacts within the industry and his community.
SAMER KATTIH
THE NOMAD CO.
Samer embraced his combined love for both the outdoors and real estate to create The Nomad Co. – a company built to embody a vision of high quality, experience-centric RV parks, campgrounds, and resorts in beautiful destinations across the country that are managed directly by our team to ensure an environment of safety, comfort, and adventure for every one of our guests. Our parks serve a wide array of travelers – from families or friends on vacation, to traveling construction and energy workers, remote professionals, and retirees. With a unified brand and mission, the Nomad’s purpose is to create an exceptional RV experience that cultivates community and adventure at safe, comfortable destinations.
CHRIS MAIER
Contractors, CLOSERS & CONNECTIONS
Chris is the Founder of the CCC and launched the 1st Chapter in 2019 in Atlanta, and has since helped to launch over a dozen Chapters throughout the United States.
He is a Founder of the Atlanta, New York City & Nashville Chapters of CCC.
The Executive Leadership Teams that he formulates are primarily comprised of real estate development, investment and finance professionals to establish uniformity across the brand.
In Atlanta alone, Chris possesses a database of over 10,000+ active commercial real estate contacts that frequent his private events.
He formerly served the commercial real estate development industry as Director of Acquisitions at The Montalto Group, formerly served the commercial construction industry at the Director level of Cooper & Company General Contractors, and also gained facility management experience as a Department Manager of Lone Rover Construction.
Chris gained experience working on behalf of BOMA (Building Owners & Managers Association) where he first gained an understanding as to the inner-workings of a successful real estate association, and utilized this experience in order to formulate the CCC.
He has been involved in the successful brokerage & development transactions under the role of “consultant” for multifamily, industrial, office and retail asset classes.
Chris is also a commercial real estate investor into multifamily developments as an Limited Partner.
He and his wife own and operate a short-term residential real estate vacation rental business, Stargazer Hideaway Rentals.
Chris is currently a Board Member of FREED (Freedom through Real Estate Education for Doctors) and RARE (Real Athletes in Real Estate).
Chris formerly served 501c3 non-profit charities on the Board of Directors Member for Mentor Me North Forsyth to mentor young men and women in the community where he was raised, and as Vice President of Hands Across Atlanta to assist the less-fortunate homeless population in Atlanta. Chris previously sat on the Board of Directors for LAI (Lambda Alpha International) Land Economics Society in Atlanta.
He received his undergraduate degree from Georgia Southern University and an MBA from University of The Rockies. He is a fitness enthusiast, and an avid supporter of United States veterans.
Chris is extremely passionate about serving others through the CCC by assisting professionals to establish new relationships, uplifting them in their careers, and improving their overall quality of life.
BRANDON THORNBERRY
URBAN GATE CAPITAL
Brandon is the Founder of UrbanGate Properties, which focuses on identifying emerging markets and investing in the path of progress. Brandon spent 15+ years acquiring and renovating single family homes and multi family properties in Middle TN.
Brandon is responsible for all lending approval decisions.
Brandon lives in Nashville, TN with his wife Katie and three kids Ava, Hank, and Margaret.
JOHN BOOTS
EXPEDITION GROUP
John loves the process of creation. He’s always valued creativity, originality, innovation, and growth. That’s why he founded Expedition Group; to help with the process of creating impact through thoughtful and valuable advisory service. With a background that spans corporate and structured finance, private equity, real estate development and management, and banking and banking regulation, John brings both ideas and execution to the table to help partners look past the obvious to make powerful, strategic decisions. After graduating with undergraduate and graduate degrees from Tennessee Technological University, John worked for over a decade in various private equity, real estate finance, acquisition, development, and banking-focused roles. Over the span of his career he has managed, acquired, sold, and developed more than $2 billion of real estate and debt assets; has underwritten acquisitions, originations, and sales of over $1 billion of credit; and has invested or advised in the acquisitions and dispositions of dozens of privately-held operating companies.
Outside of work he is highly engaged with his family and dedicates significant time to nonprofit work, most notably serving on the boards of Phoenix Club of Nashville and BeWell in School.
MATT MASON
MASON ASSET MANAGEMENT/SWEETWATER CAPITAL
Matt is a real estate investor, broker, and corporate executive. He spent the first decade of his career as an executive in real estate (Zillow) and finance (SmartAsset) industries, building and leading national revenue teams of 100+ people, overseeing orgs that generated over 50M in ARR. His passion for real estate and finance led him to found Mason Asset Management, a real estate investment firm focused on single and multifamily portfolio investments in the Midwest and the Southeast.
After moving to Nashville from California, Matt has become a noteworthy local mentor, investor, and leader in Middle Tennessee. He lives in Brentwood TN with his wife Karen and child, Crew.
WILLIS MCCRICKARD
RBF INVESTMENTS
Willis McCrickard is a seasoned real estate investment professional with a background in private investments, investor relations, and asset management. Willis has underwritten more than $1 billion in real estate and successfully executed over $300 million in real estate acquisitions.
Willis holds the CCIM Designation, a master’s degree in Real Estate Finance and Development from Georgetown University, and a degree in History and Finance from the University of the South: Sewanee.
Brian TRUMAN
ACCEL GROUP
Since joining Accel Group in 2016, Brian Truman has carved out a formidable niche in multi-family and investment sales, as well as business brokerage. His dedication to helping clients achieve generational wealth is not just a passion—it’s a mission. Leveraging his deep understanding of business and building owner mindsets, Brian consistently delivers results that align with his clients’ long-term financial goals.
With an impressive 24-year track record in consultative sales and change management, Brian brings a wealth of experience to the table. He has successfully negotiated numerous high-stakes deals in both the public and private sectors, often working with C-level executives and business owners on transactions worth hundreds of millions. His tenure in the public sector, serving as a City Councilman and Board of Zoning and Appeals member, further underscores his commitment to community service and strategic development.
Under Brian’s leadership, the SVN | Accel commercial team has significantly expanded its reach and deal size. His team, composed of knowledgeable and results-driven advisors, is supported by cutting-edge technology that sets a new standard in the commercial real estate industry. Together, they inspire and guide their clients in creating, growing, and preserving generational wealth through savvy investments in commercial real estate and business transactions.
Education and empowerment are central to Brian’s approach. He leads the Multifamily Focus Group for REIN (Real Estate Investors In Nashville), the largest investor group in the Southeast, and regularly contributes to the community through monthly meetings and the Generational Wealth Series. He is a board member of CCC (Contractors, Closers, and Connections of Nashville), and is a sought-after podcast guest and speaker. Brian is a recognized thought leader in his field.
A resident of Middle Tennessee since 2006, Brian enjoys life with his wife and their four sons, who all live locally. His blend of professional expertise and personal dedication continues to drive success for his clients and enrich the broader community.
ERIC SCHAFFER
PRIVATE INVESTOR
