Leadership Team

Nicoletta M. DeSimone

VP, Capital Markets - Equity & Debt

Nicoletta M. DeSimone joined RADCO in 2022 as Vice President of Capital Markets and oversees activities across all investment products. Nicoletta is responsible for structuring and executing RADCO’s capitalization strategy. This includes leading efforts on private and institutional equity capital raising, joint-venture equity strategy and formation, debt placement, and expanding the Firm’s platform through new vehicles. Nicoletta also fosters client and investor relationships while overseeing investor relations.

Prior to joining RADCO, Nicoletta worked at Equus Capital Partners, LTD., where she focused on multifamily acquisition efforts. On behalf of the firm, Nicoletta was integral in completing more than $1.5 billion in transactions. Nicoletta holds a BBA from Villanova University, where she co-majored in Real Estate. She is involved in many community and civic organizations and lends her time to the Villanova School of Business, specifically the DiLella Center for Real Estate, guest lecturing, and mentoring students. She is also a member of real estate organizations WIRE and RENEW. In her free time, Nicoletta enjoys traveling, Villanova Basketball, running, and spending time at the beach.

Bhavnesh Vivek

vp, hotel acquisitions

 Bhavnesh Vivek was drawn to the hospitality industry from his earliest experiences as an intern and remains passionate about this sector of commercial real estate. Bhav joined RADCO as Vice President, Hotel Acquisitions in 2021 with over ten years of experience in real estate investment and development specializing in the hotel sector. 

Bhav is a board member of the Young Hospitality Investment Professionals and Vice President of the Cornell Hotel Society – Georgia Chapter. He serves on the membership and fundraising committee for Atlanta Habitat for Humanity – Young Professionals. Bhav holds a Master of Science, Real Estate Development from New York University and a Bachelor of Science in Hotel Administration, Minor in Real Estate and Concentration in Law from Cornell University. He is multi-lingual and earned the Eagle Scout Award from the Boy Scouts of America. In his free time, Bhav enjoys exploring the outdoors with his wife and two girls.

Keanan Gomez

vp, acquisitions

 Keanan Gomez has an avid interest in all facets of commercial real estate investment. Keanan joined RADCO in 2022 as Vice President of Investments and leads all new multifamily and industrial investment activities including acquisitions, joint venture equity placements, capital markets, and ground-up development.  Before joining RADCO, he worked with Passco Companies where he played key roles in acquiring over $2.5 billion of multifamily properties across the Sunbelt Region. Keanan brings extensive institutional lending experience having spent over five years with Wells Fargo’s Commercial Real Estate Group where he focused on construction and bridge lending originations across all asset types. 

Keanan holds degrees in Finance (BBA) and Economics (BBA) from The University of Georgia, and a master’s degree in Real Estate (MSRE) from Georgia State University. He is involved in the Atlanta chapter of Habitat for Humanity, as well as being an active member of several multifamily and commercial real estate networking groups.  In his free time, Keanan enjoys traveling with his fiancée, being outdoors, and discovering new restaurants around Atlanta.  

Katie Kuhlhorst

VP, Asset Management

Katie Kuhlhorst works with all verticals within The RADCO Companies to maximize asset and stakeholder value and believes that effective collaboration is key when managing multifaceted investment strategies. Katie worked at The RADCO Companies from 2016 to 2021, then pivoted to a multifamily investment sales role at CBRE Raleigh. She re-joined The RADCO Companies in 2022 as Vice President of Asset Management. During her previous role as Director of Transactions within The RADCO Companies, Katie managed approximately $1 billion in multifamily disposition volume.

Katie is passionate about supporting charitable organizations benefiting those impacted by cancer and women’s empowerment, including CanCare, Cool Girls, and RENEW. Katie holds a Marketing and Communications degree from The University of Georgia and is a licensed provisional broker in North Carolina. Katie is a proud dog mom to two Miniature Australian Shepherds and enjoys trying new restaurants with friends.

Laura Evans

director, corporate accounting

Laura Evans loves helping people and finds that her work as Director Corporate Accounting allows her to contribute to the overall success of the company while enabling each department to better understand their role in the larger financial picture. 

Laura joined Radco in 2003. Exposure to multiple opportunities within the organization allowed her to grow her skills to prepare for her current role. She says that working in the accounting department feels like home. She is passionate about advocating and building awareness for Parkinson’s and pre-eclampsia and contributing to charitable foundations that help people who suffer from these diseases, both of which hit close to home. Laura holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Kennesaw State University. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends and stays busy with her two young children and their German Shorthaired Pointer named Nash. In her free time, Laura appreciates vacations, wine, movies, festivals of any type, and arts and crafts. 

Janet Baildon

vp, talent development

Janet is passionate about people development and building meaningful connections. She joined The RADCO Companies in 2013 and is instrumental in driving impactful programs to attract, develop, and engage team members throughout the organization. During her tenure at RADCO, Janet has established some of the company’s lasting initiatives, such as Caring in Action, Thrive Wellness, Radco Cares, and the Social Justice Committee. Her passion for people development extends beyond the company. She is an active volunteer in her local community and a member of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). Janet earned her B.B.A. from Georgia State University in Managerial Sciences with a concentration in Human Resources and a minor in Psychology. She enjoys hiking, traveling, and spending time outdoors with her family.

Justin Jasper

vp, client services

Justin leads RADCO’s strategic plan to initiate and expand third-party owner relationships in the Southeast. With more than a decade in the multifamily sector, Justin has broad success connecting multifamily owners with quality real estate services. He is devoted to understanding client objectives and delivering exceptional value with a demonstrated record of year over year increased market share. Justin graduated from The University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry. He is an active member of NAA and NMHC. Justin enjoys spending time outdoors, playing sports, and relaxing with his wife and four children.

Briana Gallardo

VP, Accounting

Briana Gallardo is enthusiastic about accounting and helping others understand how proper financial reports help tell the story of a company or an asset. She is dedicated to building bridges between the onsite and investment management teams and loves to teach and mentor new accountants. Briana joined RADCO in 2016 and serves as the Vice President of Accounting, which allows her to combine her love for both real estate and sound fiscal reporting.

Briana leads the accounting team in transitioning toward greater automation and centralization by embracing the latest technological advances in accounting. Briana contributes to the Ronald McDonald House Charity to help alleviate some of the financial burden faced by families with sick children. She also volunteers at Cobb Christmas and works to keep the holiday spirit alive for kids in need. Briana holds a master’s degree in accounting from Kennesaw State University. She enjoys spending time with her family, working out, and seizes every opportunity to travel and see the world.

Chris Simon

SVP, Operations

Chris Simon is a multifamily enthusiast and deeply appreciates the team members who work to deliver on our brand promises every day. Chris understands the critical value of culture and his role in ensuring that our core values come to life in how we engage with each other. He enjoys helping team members develop their skills and reach their highest ambitions while taking every opportunity to create memorable experiences for our customers. Ensuring that everyone feels important, seen, and heard is the hallmark of the Radco Residential LIVE LIFE BETTER experience. Before joining Radco in 2023 as Senior Vice President of Operations, Chris served as VP of Operations, overseeing approximately 37,000 units.

Chris holds a B.A. from the University of Mississippi, where he majored in business administration, with an emphasis in management and marketing, and minors in finance and pharmaceutical sales, where he was an active member of the Ole Miss Marketing and American Marketing Associations. Chris is active in the National Apartment Association. He holds ARM and CPM designations with IREM. He enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife, young son, and Toy Australian Shepard hiking, camping in the mountains, watersports, and boating. Chris has completed over one hundred scuba dives and has summited five 14K-plus peaks.

Travis Block

VP, Marketing

Travis Block is a seasoned marketing leader with a passion for branding, digital marketing, customer experience, and innovation within the real estate space. With more than twelve years in this industry, he’s coined himself as the “Multifamily Marketing Geek”. Travis joined RADCO Residential in 2023 and oversees all marketing efforts for RADCO.

Travis played integral roles in building and growing multifamily brands. His biggest accomplishment to date includes the creation of a National Brand Strategy for a private REIT with 30,000 units and reaching over 60,000 residents coast-to-coast. As a member of the Multifamily Q Space, Travis pushes to be a voice and advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community within the multifamily sector. He’s an avid hiker and craft beer enthusiast. He loves exploring his home state of Colorado with his partner and two dogs Aspen & Breck.