**Chicago/Midwest People & Company News – Week of December 5, 2025**
*McHugh Construction* has announced four internal promotions and one new hire. Jeanne Bartels has been promoted to Senior Project Manager, Kyle Jennings and Michael Sinickas have both been elevated to Project Managers, and Kasey Bethea has been named Assistant Superintendent. Additionally, Chelsea Hoff has joined the company as a Project Engineer.
The *Cook County Land Bank Authority* has appointed Michael Davidson and Jennifer Parks to its Board of Directors. Both bring significant leadership experience from Chicago’s nonprofit and civic sectors and will be instrumental in advancing the Land Bank’s mission of supporting local developers, community groups, small business owners, municipalities, and future homeowners.
*JLL* has named Amanda Brimmer as CFO of Leasing Advisory and Head of Corporate Development. Brimmer will report to JLL CFO Kelly Howe and will be responsible for driving global financial performance and strategic growth initiatives to solidify the firm’s market leadership.
*Milhaus* has expanded its regional leadership team with the appointments of three new senior executives: Ephraim E. Grubbs, III as Vice President of Construction, Alfred Rembowski as Vice President of Development for Florida, and Christin Tenpenny as Vice President of Operations for Property Management.
*Essex Three-Twelve, LLC* has announced the hiring of Mitir Patel as Director. Patel brings a strong background in investment strategy, operational management, and local insight, enhancing the firm’s service offerings for Chicago’s 3–12-unit multifamily market.
*Kiser Group* has promoted Jacob Price and Katie LeGrand from Advisors to Directors. Price, who joined in 2022, has fostered strong client relationships in Chicago’s North Side market. LeGrand, leveraging over a decade of experience in sales and marketing, has quickly become a notable contributor to the firm’s success.
*Henricksen* has appointed Gina Parker as the new Director of Healthcare Strategy. With more than 15 years of experience in healthcare interiors, project management, and strategic development, Parker will lead growth in the firm’s healthcare sector and serve as a strategic partner to health systems nationwide.
*Time Equities, Inc.* announced that its project, *1000M*, has been recognized with an American Architecture Award. The 73-story ultra-luxury rental tower located on Michigan Avenue features 738 apartments and 80,000 square feet of upscale community amenities. The award celebrates exemplary architectural design that enhances urban environments and civic life in the United States.
This update reflects continued momentum in leadership, strategic hiring, and recognition across leading real estate and construction firms in the Chicago/Midwest region.
