RMUC.23 Speakers

Dave Hegemann is the President and CEO of LCS and the original developer of Rent Manager®. Dave was born and raised in St. Mary’s, Ohio and showed a clear interest in computers from an early age. In fact, he created the software that evolved into LCS’ flagship product Rent Manager.

Dave earned a B.S. in Systems Analysis from the University of Dayton in 1986 and participated in the university’s Cooperative Education program while pursuing his degree. In 1988, he incorporated LCS and continued working for another company while managing the sale of Rent Manager® on the side. In 1990, he completed his Master’s in Business Administration from Xavier University. Five years later, Dave made the decision to make LCS his full-time pursuit.

Today, LCS is a developer of business-critical software technologies used in all 50 states and 17 countries around the world. In addition to Rent Manager, LCS offers customers a feature-rich VoIP telephone system with Net Dial Tone (NDT); and enterprise-level hosting solutions via its Sentry Data Center, a state-of-the-art data facility located at the company’s Loveland, Ohio headquarters. LCS also provides complete network design, implementation, support services, and custom website design through its IT and Professional Services divisions.

Dave’s dedication to creating dynamic products and taking care of customers has positioned Rent Manager as an industry leader. LCS has grown to more than 400 employees under his direction and continues to develop new products that integrate and interface with Rent Manager. This dedication to offering customers streamlined and simplified technology experiences has enabled LCS to experience a 15 or more percent growth rate for over 20 straight years.

Curtis Dudley, CEO of IT In Flow, is an information technology consultant who helps businesses implement modern technology and automate processes in their businesses. Curtis is Rent Manager Core certified and has been described as the “Rent Manager Whisperer” because he is such a renowned Rent Manager power user and an out-of-the-box thinker. Curtis is also the go-to question-answerer in the Rent Manager User Forum on Facebook.

His experience using technology in the industry began more than 30 years ago while working for his family’s property management business. He has a B.S. in Computer Systems Engineering and was formerly the Chief Information Officer for All County Property Management.

Lisa Marvin is CEO and Partner of Essence Property Management, Inc. She is the mayor of St. Stephen, Minnesota; a licensed Real Estate Broker; a Certified Fair Housing Specialist; a Neutral Mediator in the state of Minnesota, and COS and COM 42 certified.

Lisa has acquired a wide-ranging portfolio in her 25-year career, including market rate and multi-layered subsidized communities for apartments, townhomes, and senior communities. Lisa is passionate about making the multifamily industry a positive part of every community.

Alexis Melton is a fierce millennial multifamily warrior with a proven track record of success in property management. With her cowboy hat and boots, she’s ready to ride into town and tackle any challenge that comes her way.

Early in her career, Alexis gained valuable experience managing student housing and senior housing properties, which gave her a solid foundation for her future endeavors. Since then, she has earned several credentials and awards, including the Certified Apartment Manager and the Certified Apartment Leasing Professional designations. In her role as a leader, Alexis is known for her ability to identify and cultivate untapped talent within her team. She’s a sharpshooter when it comes to hiring, onboarding, training, and career development, and she’s skilled at navigating complex industry challenges, such as managing millennials and remote employees.

Alexis has demonstrated heroic strength in career development for national property management companies, and knows people are a company’s greatest investment. She’s dedicated to building successful staff relationships through teamwork and collaboration, just like the cowboys of the Wild West. As an Advanced Facilitator in the National Apartment Association, she’s been recognized as a Credential Holder of the Year for her outstanding work in the industry. So, saddle up and join Alexis on the frontier of property management! 

With almost 30 years of real estate experience, Jo-Anne Oliveri, CIPS, TRC, is a global authority on the business of property management. During her real estate career, Jo has been a state and national award-winning property manager; a Divisional Manager, Principal and Licensee, Head of Property Management Operations and Development for a franchise group; and Founder and Managing Director of her own property management consulting company, ireviloution.

Jo was also Vice President of Property Management for one of California’s largest independent real estate brokerages, which has more than 3,000 sales agents. She is an author, a seasoned public speaker, and a respected thought leader in the real estate industry.