Minneapolis

Current Responsibilities

After joining United Properties in 2019 as vice president of hospitality and residential development, Scott quickly made a noticeable impact on the company’s RBC Gateway project and other hotel pursuits. He was then named as vice president of hospitality and office development, where he is now responsible for site acquisition, project underwriting, design, development and construction for both Minneapolis and Denver markets.

Past Experience

Scott started his career at a Fortune 150 company working in a variety of positions, including finance and development. In these roles, he delivered several thousand residential lots in both large master planned developments and infill projects. After gaining a solid understanding of horizontal land development, Scott pursued vertical construction in Kauia, Hawaii, where he helped deliver an $80 million private luxury resort. He went on to manage two general contracting companies in the Lake Tahoe, California region where he was responsible for overall performance of portfolio in excess of $10 million. With more than 13 years of experience in the residential and hotel markets and partnering with major hospitality brands, Scott recently served 5 years with CSM Corporation in Minneapolis as the senior director of development and construction. In this role, he executed more than $200 million of lodging projects. His extensive understanding of the development cycle — from acquisition and entitlements to end construction — plays a key role in strong development opportunities and financial models.

Professional and Community Involvement

Scott has been a panelist at Hotel News Now and National Development Roundtable conferences and a speaker at industry events such as the Hotel Data Conference (2015 and 2016) and several local hotel symposia. In the past, he was an active volunteer at Twin Cities area Ronald McDonald Houses and has been featured in local media for helping spearhead hands-on and innovative community service projects for his team. Scott also dedicates his time to mentorships at the University of Minnesota’s Carlson School of Business and several other community organizations. And finally, Scott and his family are active members at the Minnesota Children’s Museum.

Education

Scott received his bachelor’s degree in business management and minor in entrepreneurship and small business from Montana State University-Bozeman. He also received his executive MBA of business/managerial economics from the University of Arizona, Eller College of Management.

Current Responsibilities

As the Vice President of Senior Living Asset Management, Laura is responsible for the oversight and operations of third-party managers for our senior living communities. She understands the operating business of senior living real estate and develops trusted working relationships with both internal and external customers.

Past Experience

Laura has over 15 years of Senior Living experience starting in accounting and transitioning most recently to operations. Laura is passionate about creating better, flourishing environments for older adults. She joined United Properties in 2018 as a Financial Analyst for our Senior Living communities. Prior to joining United Properties, Laura served as an Executive Director at The Waters of Plymouth and also worked in their corporate offices as a Senior Living Accountant.

Education

Laura earned her Bachelors of Business Administration Degree in Healthcare Management from the University of Minnesota Duluth.

Current Responsibilities

As vice president of construction management, Bill Jundt oversees all construction services for the development team and assists with tenant improvement projects for the company portfolio.

Past Experience

Bill has over 39 years of experience in commercial construction working on a vast scale of projects including RBC Gateway, The Nordic, Prime Therapeutics at Boulder Lakes, Norwest Tower, Timberwolves Arena, The Grand Hotel, Best Buy, JC Penney, and ALDI stores nationwide and numerous medical facilities as well as radio broadcast facilities.

Professional and Community Involvement

Bill leads a team of United Properties employees twice a year for a volunteer day with Habitat For Humanity. He has served on the ULI Minnesota Real Estate Diversity Initiative (REDi) Committee and is a former member of the Minnesota Shopping Center Association (MSCA), International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) and former Vice President of Minnesota Construction Association. He is also a former member of the Minnesota Medical Group Managers Association.

Education

Bill studied nursing at Mankato State University. He also holds a graduate degree in architectural drafting and estimating from Dunwoody College in Minneapolis. Bill holds a LEED Legacy certification

Current Responsibilities

In this role, Lynn is responsible for providing critical information for strategic decision-making by leading financial forecasting and budgeting as well as investment screening. She oversees internal financial compliance and participates in the credit screening and enterprise risk management committees.

Past Experience

Lynn has ample experience in accounting and finance, as well as the non-profit sector. She began her career at Grant Thornton as a senior audit associate and obtained her CPA license in 2007 (currently inactive). Her passion for people, community and real estate then led her to serve in various finance roles at local affordable housing non-profits for six years. Most recently, she was the finance manager for PRG until she joined United Properties in 2015 as a senior financial analyst.

Professional and Community Involvement

Lynn is the board president of PRG Inc, a local Homeownership Education and Affordable Housing Developer. She also participates in the MN based Racial Justice in Real Estate group, the Urban Land Institute (ULI) Minnesota Real Estate Diversity Initiative (REDI) Program as a mentor, and volunteers at her church and at her children’s school.

Education

Lynn holds a degree in accounting and finance from Bethel University and is a Certified Public Accountant (inactive).

Matt Van Slooten is the chief executive officer of United Properties.

Current Responsibilities

As chief executive officer, Van Slooten oversees all aspects of the business.

Past Experience

Matt joined United Properties in 2018 as President and Portfolio CIO and was promoted to CEO in 2022. Matt has been a long-time real estate industry leader, with 25 years at Carlson Real Estate Company, advancing through all critical company roles leading ultimately to becoming president of the organization, a post he held for 13 years. Matt also served as the president of commercial properties for CSM Corporation for 4 years, overseeing a 10 million sq. ft. portfolio of industrial, office, and retail properties.

Professional and Community Involvement

Matt is an active member of the National Association of Industrial and Office Parks (NAIOP) and a past Chapter President of NAIOP Minnesota. He is also a recipient of the NAIOP President’s Award (2009). He is an active member of the Young President’s Organization (YPO) and served on the Minnesota Chapter board as the membership chair. Matt is a member of the Children’s Minnesota Board of Directors and serves on its Finance Committee. While at Carlson Companies, he was the recipient of the Carlson Fellow Award for Leadership Achievement, the company’s highest honor.

Education

Matt earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from St. Cloud State University.