Mark Fischer joined Grupe in 1989 and has served in a variety of management positions. Mark currently serves as the President and Chief Financial Officer of The Grupe Company, Grupe Home Star, MarchbrookBuilding Company & Grupe Custom Homes.

In 2006 Grupe launched Carsten Crossings, Grupe’s first “Zero Energy” community, located in Rocklin California. Mark led both the design and implementation of this project. The project featured BIPV and energy efficiency features standard in all homes. This project won several awards including an EVHA Gold Award from the National Association of Home Builders.

Building on the Carsten Crossings project, Mr. Fischer started Grupe Home Star (GHS). GHS is a company that specializes in energy efficiency and solar retrofits on existing homes. GHS is accredited by the Building Performance Institute (BPI) and iscurrently doing retrofits in Stockton and Sacramento. Mark is on the board of the California Building Contractors Association (CBPCA).

Prior to joining Grupe, Mark was a senior consultant for Kenneth Leventhal & Company. Mark received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting from Sacramento State University, and a Masters Degree in Real Estate from the Lusk School of Real Estate at the University of Southern California. Mark is a CPA and an associate member of the Urban Land Institute. Mark is also Certified by the Building Performance Institute as a Building Analyst and Envelope Specialist, and a “Build it Green”, “New & Existing Home Green Point Rater”.

Jeremy White joined The Grupe Company in 1994. As Chief Operating Officer, he’s an integral part of Grupe’s strategic planning and company operations. He is responsible for Grupe’s residential development including acquisitions, forward planning, development and construction.
A graduate of University of the Pacific with Bachelor of Science Degrees in Civil Engineering and Engineering Management, White joined Kjeldsen, Sinnock and Neudeck, Inc., a civil engineering firm, for two years, before returning to Grupe in 1998. In 1999, he obtained his Professional Engineering license in Civil Engineering from the State of California.
White, lives in Stockton with his wife Kellie and two children, where they enjoy golfing, hiking with their two dogs and seeking travel adventures together.

Boards & Affiliations

YMCA Board of Directors
Urban Land Institute
ULI Community Development Council (Silver Flight member)
City of Stockton Development Oversight Commission (2 Term Member)
Building Industry Association of the Greater Valley (Past President)
California Building Industry Association
CBIA Government Affairs Committee (member)

Nelson E. Bahler joined The Grupe Company in 1980 and is the General Counsel, Secretary and Executive Vice President. In his capacity as General Counsel, Mr. Bahler is responsible for the overall legal affairs of the company’s family of operating units. Mr. Bahler graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from Wabash College, a Masters in Business Administration from Western New England College, and a Juris Doctorate degree from McGeorge School of Law. He moved to Stockton in 1977 when employed by the law firm of Neumiller & Beardslee.

In addition to his professional duties, Nelson also has served the community through several nonprofit organizations, including past President of the Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce, Stockton Symphony Board of Directors, Chairman of the Board of Trustees for the Central United Methodist Church, and member of the North Stockton Rotary Club.

Yan joined The Grupe Company in 2015 as the Executive Vice President of Capital Markets. She is responsible for sourcing and procuring debt and equity for the Company’s real estate projects. Yan has over twenty years of experience in commercial, retail, multifamily and residential real estate focusing on acquisition, finance, due diligence and cash flow modeling. Since 2015 Yan has raised over $500 Million of capital. Yan graduated with a Political Science degree from UCLA.

Tomimoto brings over 30 years of experience in the construction industry to his role as Executive Vice President at The Grupe Company. Tomimoto oversees all aspects of project planning, execution, and delivery, ensuring that each project meets the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and profitability. He collaborates closely with cross-functional teams, including architects, engineers, general contractors, subcontractors, and vendors, to drive successful outcomes and foster a culture of collaboration and excellence within the organization.

Throughout his career, Tomimoto has held various leadership positions, as Founder and President of ClickSafety, the first online safety training company, and Project Manager and Safety Director for Pacific Erectors, a structural and architectural metal specialty contractor.

Holding a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, Tomimoto brings a unique talent to The Grupe Company, combining technology, construction and entrepreneurism to help solve and drive the bottom line.

Vinas-Bioc joined The Grupe Company in March 2019 and now serves as Controller for the Company where she oversees accounting operations, financial reporting, internal control and streamlining accounting functions and processes. Prior to joining Grupe, Vinas-Bioc had over 15 years of experience in the manufacturing and construction industries. She received her BS in Accounting from Texas A&M University Corpus Christi and completed her MBA in Accounting from Fitchburg State University in Massachusetts. Lani lives in Manteca with her husband Russell and three children.

Angela Bridges serves as Vice President, Property Management. Bridges brings over 25 years of expertise in the Property Management field including Asset Management, Acquisitions, Marketing and Training and Development. Bridges dynamic approach to every property exemplifies her unwavering commitment to innovative solutions and the pursuit of seamless operations.

Holding a Bachelor’s degree from Stanislaus State University, Bridges brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to every facet of property management, delivering excellence and value to both residents and investors.

Matt Skelton joined The Grupe Company in 2020 as Vice President of Acquisitions to pursue affordable housing and market-rate multifamily opportunities.

Matt started his real estate career in 2006 at St. Anton Partners as an Analyst and eventually became Regional Property Supervisor. In 2013 Matt joined USA Properties Fund as an Acquisition Manager where he pursued multifamily opportunities, both affordable housing and market-rate, and both existing assets and new construction projects.

Matt earned a bachelor’s degree from California State University, Sacramento in Business Administration, with a Concentration in Real Estate and Land Use. He is a licensed Real Estate Broker in California and is a United States Air Force veteran.

Matt and his wife, Marina, live in Rocklin, California with their children.

Blake Meredith, Vice President Investments, joined Grupe in 2017. Meredith is responsible for managing underwriting and investments. He plays a key role in analyzing acquisitions and in deal negotiations. Together with others he works to identify opportunistic real estate ventures. He acts as a liaison among various stakeholders, including Grupe’s executive team, investors, lenders, general contractors, and design team members. Once projects are funded, Meredith ensures the proforma performance, oversees construction loan draws, and prepares investor reports. Finally, he is responsible for the preparation and presentation of refinance and exit scenarios to ensure Grupe maximizes its position.

Meredith has been actively involved in underwriting and development of over 2,000 units. He appreciates an afternoon absorbed by Excel and is especially proud of the financial pro forma he continues to build.

Outside of his professional endeavors, Blake finds joy in spending quality time with his fiancé, Marisa, and their two beloved pets, Melina and Hamilton. He currently resides in Sacramento, CA.

Rob Toste, Senior Project Manager, joined Grupe in 2019. his role relies heavily on his expertise including financial analysis, project management and asset management. Toste brings a solid foundation of knowledge and expertise to his work. In addition to being a licensed Real Estate agent, he earned his bachelor’s degree in business management from California State University Stanislaus and continues to expand his knowledge by engaging with the Urban Land Institute to stay on the forefront of industry trends. Outside of Grupe, Toste is an avid reader and outdoorsman, enjoying exploring and off-road adventures.

Mariana R. F. Duarte joined Grupe in July of 2022 after graduating with a master’s in finance from the University of the Pacific. Mariana is responsible for gathering crucial economic and market data that aids the decision-making process on various deals and supplies the Capital Market team with the necessary material to source capital or debt financing. Once secured, she is crucial in providing accurate reporting and managing the flow of information. Mariana assists the entire organization across the development spectrum, including the acquisition process, asset management, overseeing loan draws, preparing exit or refinance scenarios, and updating proformas, ensuring Grupe and its investors maximize their returns. Since joining the team, Mariana has been involved in the underwriting and development of over 2,500 market value and value-added units.

Mariana was born in Sao Paulo, Brazil and played professional water polo for eight years. Her biggest athletic achievement was representing her home country at the 2016 Olympics. Outside of work, Mariana enjoys traveling, reading, and exercising. She currently resides in Sacramento, CA.

Nick Martell joined Grupe in 2013. In his current role as Construction Operations Manager, Martell serves as Project Manager and Field Supervisor for both new construction and adaptive reuse/value add multi family projects, throughout the US.

With keen attention to detail and problem solving, Martell excels at taking projects from Blueprint to completion in collaboration with multiple trades. His oversight led to local awards for property renovation for Loft 205 in Reno, Nevada and North Pointe in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Martell and his family live in Lodi, CA, where they enjoy spending time outdoors and are actively engaged in multiple youth sports programs.

Jon Junqueiro joined Grupe in 2006. In his current role as Quality Assurance Manager, Junqueiro is responsible for quality of construction control on Grupe’s multi-family projects. His extensive knowledge of construction has made Junqueiro an invaluable asset to Grupe over the past 17 years; having served as Quality Assurance Manager for Grupe Single Family Residences, Building Analyst for Grupe Greenhome Solutions, Construction Superintendent for Grupe Custom Homes and Single-Family Tract Residences.

Junqueiro holds his California General Building Contractor’s License. His passion for building began at Tracy High in a vocational program where a single-family home was built from the ground up. He attended Modesto Junior College, then joined the Union Carpenters Apprenticeship program. During his 15 year tenure at Shapell Homes of Northen California, Junqueiro held many roles.

A San Joaquin native, Junqueiro was born, raised and currently lives in Tracy, CA, with his wife Rosie. They have two adult daughters, and one grandchild, who he loves spending his free time with.

Michael Kristoff is the Financial Controller at The Greenlaw Grupe Jr. Operating Company (GOC) based in Stockton, CA. GOC is a multi-faceted entity involved in multiple industries including agriculture, estate planning and Investments in real estate including multi-family, office buildings and self-storage facilities. Kristoff is responsible for all financial matters of GOC, as well as the oversight of The Grupe Building in Stockton, CA. Kristoff works directly with Greenlaw “Fritz” Grupe, Jr. on all matters relating to GOC’s investments, strategic planning, and financing activities.
Prior to joining GOC in 2001, Kristoff’s background includes 20 years in resort and hotel industry as well with one of the largest leasing companies in the United States.
A graduate of the University of Cincinnati with a Business Bachelor of Arts, Kristoff is an avid skier and snowboarder, he has also been heli-skiing in Alaska and the Himalayas. Mike and his wife Staci share 4 children and reside in Angels Camp California.

Boards & Affiliations

Calaveras Community Foundation
Destination Angels Camp
Calaveras Visitors Bureau
Grace Hill Covenant Church
Boys & Girls Club