2026-27 Developing Leaders Mentorship Program Mentors

The CREDA Maryland Developing Leaders Committee is starting the second round of its six-month Mentorship Program for members age 35 and under. The purpose of this six-month program is to reinvest industry knowledge and develop the next generation of leaders by enhancing skills and preparing participants for future leadership roles.

The goal is to help spark a mentorship connection that will continue to grow after the program cycle.

Complete the form to participate in this cycle of our Mentorship Program at this link.

This cycle’s mentors include:

 

Marty Copsey

President/COO
Mackenzie Contracting Company, LLC

Learn more about Marty Copsey here >

 

 

W. Thomas Fahs

Vice President, Predevelopment & Master Planning
COPT Defense Properties

Learn more about W. Thomas Fahs here >

 

 

Taylor Fields

Vice President of Leasing
Knott Realty Group

Learn more about Taylor Fields here >

 

 

Spencer Perry

CRE Banker
Truist

Learn more about Spencer Perry here >

 

 

Owen Rouse

Sr. Vice President
MacKenzie Commercial Real Estate Services, LLC

Learn more about Owen Rouse here >

 

 

Kristi Smith

President, Maryland Region
Howard Hughes Communities

Learn more about Kristi Smith here >

 

 

Nicole Smith

Director of Business Development
Plano-Coudon Construction

Learn more about Nicole Smith here >