Meet our People
We work with a stable and motivated team: an international group of entrepreneurs. We work quickly with our customers and are always thinking in terms of best solutions.
Annemiek van den Bosch
Marketing Manager
Office Netherlands
Since 2012, Annemiek has been responsible for all Westplan’s communication and marketing activities, including websites, newsletters and the investor portal. In addition she prepares investor reports and organizes investors events.
Responsibilities:
- Marketing
- Communication
- Events
Ewoud Swaak
Partner
Office USA
Ewoud founded Westplan in 1994 and began structuring U.S. real estate investments in 1996. He is mainly responsible for the general management and strategy of the company and is in close contact with key investors.
Responsibilities:
- Bridging the U.S. and the Netherlands operations
- Fund structures
- Relationships with key investors
Brad Johnson
Partner
Office USA
Brad joined Westplan in 2013. He has over 30 years of experience in multifamily residential development and acquisitions. He has been directly involved in the acquisition and development of more than 20,000 apartments with a total investment of approximately $1.7 billion. He is responsible for Westplan’s investments and investment strategy.
Responsibilities:
- Acquisition and development
- Westplan strategy
Robert Klok
Partner | Chief Financial Officer
Office Netherlands
Robert has been responsible for project and corporate accounting and tax since 2001. He manages the tax processes and fund structures of the U.S. and Dutch market. In addition, he focuses on compliance, for which he works closely with external compliance consultants.
Responsible for:
- Fund and corporate accounting
- Fund, corporate and investor tax
Rob Carter
Partner
Office USA
Rob joined Westplan in 2007 after 15 years in real estate banking. He is closely involved in selecting new investments and making operational decisions for Westplan and its projects. In addition, he is responsible for all debt relationships.
Responsibilities:
- Corporate and Asset Operations
- Project financing
- Strategic Decisions
Todd Cooper
Vice President of Construction
Office USA
Todd joined Westplan in 2019 and has over 18 years of experience in commercial and residential construction. He coordinates the entire construction process, requiring involvement in the design and the permit procedure, among other things and is responsible for all General Contractor negotiations.
Responsibilities:
- Project planning and supervision of construction projects
- Communication with Asset Managers and other key stakeholders
- Monthly progress reports to management
Kate Edmonds
Investment Manager
Office USA
Since 2009, Kate has been responsible for the asset management of our apartment projects and is involved in the development process of new projects. She works closely with property management companies.
Responsibilities:
- Supervision of price-setting and leasing of new projects
- Asset management
- Quarterly reports to investors
Chris Forde
Investment Manager
Office USA
Chris joined Westplan in 2012. He is responsible for providing support to the management team for all investment decisions and structuring Westplan’s projects for the investors.
Responsibilities:
- Analyzing new opportunities
- Structuring investments
- Project analysis throughout its life cycle
Annette Stawasz
HR coordinator and Management Assistant
Office USA
Annette has worked as an HR coordinator at Westplan since 2007. Organizing domestic and international trips for colleagues and investors, managing business expenses and coordinating IT implementations are among her responsibilities.
Responsibilities:
- Human Resources
- Accounting
- Office management
Onno Breur
Chairman of the Board of Advisors
Onno Breur has been a member of the Board of Advisors of Westplan since 2006 and has taken the role of chairman since 2012. As chairman, he advises the partners on strategic decisions and is committed to maintaining a strong foundation for Westplan.
Responsibilities:
- Advising partners Westplan
Board of Advisors
Our Core Values
Our core values are not just hollow words. We behave accordingly. Day in and day out.
We keep our commitments and do not delay
We do what we say, and we say what we do. Delivering with unwavering conviction. Procrastination is not a virtue.
Be present. Be personable
Each contact and every relationship is personalized. Put the effort into personally connecting with one another at every opportunity.
Consistent and reliable in every effort
Our reputation is built and sustained through these two disciplines. The markets, our clients and our partners do not like surprises.
Honesty and transparency in every relationship
Deals and relationships should be beneficial to all parties. No games. Nothing is hidden and nothing is misleading.
Collaboration and cooperation over litigation - partners, not opponents
We work for and with people, not against them. Litigation is a last resort.
Socially and environmentally responsible in word and deed
We always seek to understand the environmental and social impact of our work. We do the right thing for people and the planet.
Operating Projects
Westplan is operating in economically strong and fast-growing cities in the southeastern U.S., including Atlanta, Nashville, Charleston and Charlotte.
