Lillibridge Leadership Team

Our seasoned leadership team guides the organization ... and ensures that your needs are handled by the best in the business

todd w. lillibridge

"As you can well imagine, I'm extremely proud to work with this fine group of people. Every property is important to us, and as we bring the highest quality service to you and your physician tenants, we appreciate the opportunity to be a part of your story."

- Todd W. Lillibridge
  Chairman and CEO

  Todd Lillibridge, Chairman and CEO, has been working in the field of healthcare real estate since 1978. He has a vast amount of experience in general management, property investments, debt and equity financing, and property operations. Todd is responsible for the strategic focus, vision and overall leadership of the firm. He received his Bachelor of Science degree with honors in marketing and finance from the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign and is currently a member of many organizations including the Economic Club of Chicago, the World Presidents' Organization (WPO), and he sits on the Board of the Joffrey Ballet.
       
mike lincoln

"Lillibridge is one of the largest and most prestigious healthcare real estate firms in the country. I’m pleased to be a part of a company of this stature and am looking forward to being a major contributor to the firm’s continuing growth."

- Mike Lincoln
  EVP Marketing and Business
  Development

  Mike Lincoln joined Lillibridge in April 2008. He heads up business development with hospitals and health systems nationwide. Mike comes to Lillibridge from GE Healthcare Financial Services Strategic Relations Group in Chicago. There, he was a founding member of the client management and origination team which focused on the country’s 200 largest health systems and served as Managing Director. Mike holds a master’s degree in management from the J.L. Kellogg Graduate School of Management, Northwestern University in Evanston, IL.
       
joseph kurzydym

"As the Chief Financial Officer,
I am responsible for the capital structure of the Trust and all of its individual property acquisitions. This requires the establishment and maintenance of all relationships with the financial community, including investors and lenders.
"

- Joseph Kurzydym
  CFO

  Joe Kurzydym, CFO, has been with Lillibridge since 1998. He has more than 25 years of a combination of healthcare, real estate and general corporate experience. As CFO Joe is responsible for all capital raising activities, overall financial reporting and related policies, accounting practices, information services and human resources. He is a member of many professional organizations including the National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts (NAREIT) and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). His Bachelors of Science degree in business is from Indiana University.
       
Margie McHugh

"Medical office buildings are not about bricks and mortar or rent rolls, they are about physicians. There is no better practice-builder than a medical building with a good complement of specialties that can establish
a strong referral network.
"

- Margie McHugh
  SVP Lillibridge Advisors

   Margie McHugh, SVP Lillibridge Advisors, has been an important part of the Lillibridge organization since 1995. She has over 25 years of experience in physician recruitment and development, planning and marketing, business development, medical staff planning, ambulatory planning and market research. Margie is responsible for healthcare market analysis, predevelopment / feasibility services, strategic real estate planning and ambulatory planning. She is a member of the Society for Healthcare Strategy and Market Development and the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HRMA). Margie received her Bachelor of Arts degree from St. Mary's College of Notre Dame and her MA from the University of Notre Dame.
       
Chuck Fendrich

"As Senior Vice President, Portfolio Management, I am responsible for the execution of day-to-day and strategic property level leasing and management initiatives and third-party assignments. I proactively manage a team of seasoned portfolio managers in addition to dozens of general managers located throughout the United States."

- Chuck Fendrich
  SVP Property Management

   Mr. Fendrich oversees leasing, property management and property management accounting.

Chuck comes to Lillibridge with 27 years of experience in the real estate industry. Most recently he was the SVP of Asset Management at Shorenstein Realty Services. There he oversaw the Midwest assets, including the John Hancock Center, the Prudential Plaza and 500 West Monroe Street. Previous to that position, he worked at RREEF, where he served as the Vice President National Director of Commercial Properties, and was responsible for a 100 million square foot portfolio of commercial properties.

A graduate of Dartmouth College, Mr. Fendrich has an MBA in marketing and finance from George Washington University.
       
thomas a. czerniak

 "Lillibridge has a proven process that keeps everyone on schedule. We are committed to working out terms that all the parties can feel good about ... now and later."

- Thomas A. Czerniak
  SVP Acquisitions

  Thomas Czerniak, SVP Acquisitions, has worked at Lillibridge since 1980. In his previous positions he served in various capacities including Chief Financial Officer, VP of Acquisitions and General Manager of the Residential Division. Tom is responsible for property acquisitions at Lillbridge and specializes in accounting, finance, property management and general management. He received his Bachelors of Science degree in business administration with honors from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
       
Al Seeley

 "In a service business, what you have to sell is yourself and your capabilities. I have strived throughout my career to ensure that our services exceed the clients' expectations."

- Al Seeley
  EVP Development

  Al Seeley, EVP of Lillibridge, has more than 35 years of experience in all facets of medical facility development and construction, and an additional 10 years of experience as an entrepreneurial developer and builder. He has worked at Lillibridge since 1987. Al's experience includes development and construction of more than 175 medical projects including clinics, ambulatory and ancillary care facilities and MOBs. Mr. Seeley is involved in every aspect of Lillibridge's development projects, and is an innovative problem solver who demands the best from those around him. He earned his Bachelors of Science degree in business administration from Corning College in New York.
       
john montgomery

 "Lillibridge is made up of a smart, savvy group of poised and articulate individuals. They really understand the issues that physicians and hospital administrations face and they know how to speak their language."

- John Montgomery
  SVP Development

  John Montgomery, SVP Development, has been an important part of the Lillibridge organization since 1992. He has more than 18 years of direct experience developing outpatient healthcare facilities and has held positions responsible for preconstruction project development, sales and leasing and project management. John is responsible for development and overall program management activities for projects assigned to him and for managing the activities of the development staff. He studied political science at the University of Oregon, and finance at Marquette University.
       
phil taylor

"One of the great things about being involved in the design and construction of healthcare facilities is knowing that what you do contributes to the healing process of people. A well-designed facility not only creates an efficient space for physicians to practice, but also a friendly environment for patients and their families."

- Phil Taylor AIA
  SVP Architecture and
  Construction

  Phil Taylor AIA, SVP of Architecture and Construction, started with Lillibridge in 1988 and brings 30 years of healthcare planning, design, and construction experience to the team. Phil's technical expertise allows him to negotiate with and hire competent outside architects, and to direct the preparation of construction documents that meet all the functional and design requirements within Lillibridge's project budget. He is responsible for architectural, construction and medical equipment planning activities as well as the design and production of the construction documents. His job responsibilities include acting as the liaison between development, construction and the in-house architectural staff. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in architecture from the University of Texas in Arlington, is a registered architect in 12 states and is NCARB certified.
       
roger becker

 "I've often said that I'm an architect by training, a construction manager by experience and a hospital administrator by accident. I continue to identify myself as an architect, and I find that most of my activities continue to be in planning and problem solving. My experience has given me a level of seasoning that helps my colleagues develop as Lillibridge grows and evolves."

- Roger Becker AIA,
  SVP Program Management

  Roger Becker, SVP Program Management, joined the Lillibridge team in 2004. He has more than 30 years of experience in healthcare operations and facilities development and has been responsible for the administrative direction of plant engineering, clinical engineering, safety, security, and materials management. Roger provides a comprehensive approach for managing the complex and challenging process of building facilities in a healthcare setting. As an extension of the hospital and healthcare system, he develops and manages a project team of multidisciplinary professionals. An AIA who received his Bachelor of Science degree in architectural science from Washington University in St. Louis, Roger is a registered architect.
       
james young iii

"I have had a fascinating career, having had opportunities to serve as a senior leader at a construction firm, design firms, and a program manager. Each of these opportunities has enabled me to play a major role in creating a new business line to advance the art of bringing great acute care projects to market."

James Young III
VP Ideation and Growth

  James Young CCC, VP Program Management, came to Lillibridge in 2006. His experience includes $3 billion of hospital projects as well as strong ideation and process skills. Jim has significant experience with healthcare facility planning, and the design and delivery process. In his position at Lillibridge he focuses on all dimensions of practice development. He provides strategic team creation and leadership, as well as process design and risk and outcome management within the course of the projects that he is involved in. Jim did his undergraduate work in industrial / construction management at Colorado State University; accounting at Indiana — Purdue University, and graduate work at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. He is a Certified Cost Consultant and a recognized industry leader.
       
Kevin Geraghty

 "I believe that our true value boils down to thinking strategically by constantly keeping the hospital's goals and objectives in mind. It's important to develop and maintain very strong ongoing working relationships with hospital departments. By communicating and working together, we all share in our clients' success stories."

- Kevin Geraghty
  EVP Asset / Portfolio
  Management

  Kevin Geraghty, EVP Asset Property Management, started with the company in 2000. He has a great deal of experience with portfolio management, acquisitions / dispositions, finance, and investor reporting. Kevin is responsible for the supervision of asset management functions at Lillibridge-owned buildings. He received his Bachelors of Science degree from Indiana University and is a respected member of the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA). He is also a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
       
sydney p. scarborough

"I’m excited to take on this new role, working on special projects for the company. With my understanding of our business and the healthcare industry, I can continue to add value to the organization on a part-time basis."

- Sydney P. Scarborough
  Advisor to the CEO

  Sydney Scarborough, Advisor to the CEO, joined Lillibridge as an EVP in 1998 and has been instrumental in Lillibridge's tremendous growth. Her financial, healthcare, strategic planning and management experience makes her the ideal person to focus on special projects. She is also a member of the Board of Directors of Swedish Covenant Hospital in Chicago.
       
mary fitzpatrick

"Lillibridge continually strives to look for the best possible perks and efficiencies to offer our employees. I currently serve nearly 200 internal customers and am often told that I provide a ‘personal touch.' Human Resources is in the business of providing prompt, attentive customer service, and that's what I strive to do for our staff every day."

- Mary Fitzpatrick
  Director of HR

 

Mary Fitzpatrick, Director of Human Resources joined the Lillibridge team in 1986. Mary has extensive experience in all aspects of human resources including screening and interviewing potential new hires, and supervision and training of support staff. At Lillibridge she is responsible for the development, implementation and ongoing administration of policies and procedures. She is also in charge of the company's entire benefits package including health, dental, life and voluntary life insurance, PTO, short and long-term disability, 401(k) plan and more. Mary provides guidance to all managers and employees when needed and develops an annual training session for the General Managers' Meeting. She received her Bachelors of Arts degree from DePaul University and is a member of the Human Resource Management Association of Chicago (HRMAC).