About Our Staff

Chairman

Peter B. Fox is Founder of Fox Development Corporation, a real estate development firm which develops, manages and leases approximately 1 million square feet of office and retail space in Champaign, Illinois. Mr. Fox formerly served as Senior Managing Director of Bear, Stearns & Co. Inc. from 1985 to 1997. In 1997, he relocated to Champaign to devote more time to his real estate development, small business loan and consulting businesses. Mr. Fox and his companies are focused on creating and retaining jobs associated with technology and the service sector. Most recently, he accepted the responsibility of serving as Manager of Fox/Atkins Development, LLC, developer and manager of the University of Illinois Research Park in Champaign. Mr. Fox received a Bachelor of Science degree from Stanford University in Economics and Political Science. He resides in Champaign with his wife and two children.

Contact Peter at peterf@fox-companies.com or (217)351-1430x15.



Chief Financial Officer

Tim Mast is the Chief Financial Officer for Fox Development Corporation. Tim joined Fox Development in February 2006. A certified public accountant, Tim received his Bachelors Degree in Accounting from Eastern Illinois University. Most recently he was senior manager with Clifton Gunderson and has over twenty years' experience in accounting, auditing, taxes, computerized accounting applications, and network administration. Tim is past president of the Eastern Chapter of Illinois CPA Society and is active in Kiwanis Club, SCORE and St. Matthew Church. He and his wife, Kathy, have two children Kevin, and Megan.

Contact Tim at timm@fox-companies.com or (217)351-1430x33



Managing Broker and Vice President of Operations

Masha Trenhaile serves as the Managing Broker of FDC, LLC and the Vice President of Operations for Fox Development Corporation. She received her broker's license in October of 2005 and serves as the primary contact at Fox Development for all current and potential new tenants in the Shoppes of Knollwood and the Corporate Center. Masha previously was the Marketing Specialist for FDC. Masha focuses on finding new tenants and providing excellent customer service to existing tenants. Masha attended the University of Illinois, where she earned a Masters degree in Advertising in 2002. Before becoming part of the FDC team in July 2004, Masha worked as a Marketing Associate for Human Kinetics Publishing.

Contact Masha at mashat@fox-companies.com or (217) 351-1430x10.



Business Development Manager

Allecia Grubb began at FDC in May 2009 as Business Development Manager. Allecia was formerly employed with Jones Lang LaSalle in Chicago as a Project Manager. She was responsible for client tenant improvement projects and large company new office relocations. Allecia has managed new office projects for Microsoft, Sprint-Nextel, McDonalds, Sun Microsystems and other multinational corporations. Allecia is a LEED accredited professional with expertise in sustainable building design. She is a graduate of the University of Illinois with a Bachelor of Science degree in architecture.

Contact Allecia at alleciag@fox-companies.com or (217)351-1430x21



Executive Assistant and Community Outreach Coordinator

Heather Harden joined Fox Development in June 2007 as the Executive Assistant and Community Outreach Coordinator. She provides support for Senior Management, plans and organizes company sponsored philanthropic and business development events, and coordinates Community Outreach projects. Heather received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology from Purdue University and a Master’s of Education Degree in Continuing Education and Professional Development from the University of Illinois. She was previously employed as an Executive Assistant with Martin Hood Friese & Associates, LLC. Prior to working for Martin Hood Friese & Associates, LLC, Heather was a Catering Planner for University of Illinois Dining Services.

Contact Heather at heatherh@fox-companies.com or (217)351-1430x12.



Controller–I Hotel and Conference Center

Adrienne McPhee is the Controller at the I Hotel and Conference Center. She is responsible for cash receipts, monthly entity financial reporting, fiscal information analysis, Jimmy John’s weekly financials, and year-end financial reporting processes. Adrienne graduated with Honors from Southern Illinois University Carbondale with a Bachelor's of Science in Accountancy in December 2006 and joined FDC in January 2007.

Contact Adrienne at adriennem@fox-companies.com or (217) 351-1430x28.



Staff Accountant

Dawn Mitsdarffer is the Staff Accountant for Fox Development Corporation. She is responsible for cash receipts processing, rent collections, FDC maintenance hours tracking, financial account analysis and weekly and monthly financial reporting. Prior to joining FDC in August 2008, Dawn worked as Finance Manager for Sports Publishing LLC in Champaign. Dawn brings 15 years of accounting experience to FDC.

 

Contact Dawn at dawnm@fox-companies.com or (217) 351-1430x28.



Building and Grounds Director

Juan Cruz is Fox Development Corporation’s Supervisor of Grounds and Exterior Maintenance. Juan previously owned his own retail business in Mexico and then moved to Florida to attend Saint John Vianney College. Prior to joining Fox Development Corporation, Juan worked on the repair and maintenance staff for the Champaign Country Club. He has been with FDC since 2001.

Contact Juan at juanc@fox-companies.com or (217) 351-1430x23.



Tenant Services Manager

Barry Fulton joined FDC in April, 2007. As FDC’s Tenant Services Manager, Barry serves as FDC’s customer service liaison tenants and vendors. He manages the work order database, responding to tenants’ requests, scheduling FDC’s repair and maintenance staff and contracting work through vendors. Barry was previously employed by Cotter Glass Company and has extensive experience in sales and customer service, bidding and writing contracts, ordering materials, and scheduling contract work. He is a Champaign native and prior to working at Cotter Glass, served in the United States Navy as a machinist mate in engineering.

Contact Barry at barryf@fox-companies.com or (217) 351-1430x23.