Fairlawn is pleased to announce the hiring of Justin Wybenga as Senior Vice President of Property Management. In this role, Justin will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer and will oversee Fairlawn’s diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, and student housing assets across multiple Midwest markets.
As Senior Vice President, Justin will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Fairlawn’s operations. He will lead and mentor a large cross-functional team, drive strategic initiatives, and ensure Fairlawn’s properties continue to set the standard for quality, compliance, and resident experience. This high-impact leadership role is charged with driving operational and financial performance, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
Justin brings extensive real estate operations and property management experience. Most recently, he served as Founding Partner and Director of Real Estate Operations for Ross Hospitality. Earlier in his career, Justin held leadership and management roles at GMH Communities, Pomona Properties LLC, Watson Realty Corp., and The Scion Group.
“Justin’s proven track record of leadership, combined with his deep industry knowledge, make him an ideal fit for Fairlawn as we continue to grow and elevate our portfolio,” said Gozen Hartman, Chief Executive Officer of Fairlawn. “We are excited to welcome him to our senior leadership team and look forward to the impact he will have on our people, our residents, and our communities.”
“Fairlawn’s commitment to its core values aligns strongly with my own leadership philosophy,” said Justin Wybenga. “I’m eager to collaborate with the team to advance the company’s mission and support the next phase of Fairlawn’s growth and success.”
The addition of Justin to the leadership team reinforces Fairlawn’s commitment to Creating Better Places, strengthening the company’s operational foundation, and delivering exceptional experiences for residents and partners.
About Fairlawn:
Fairlawn is a vertically integrated multifamily real estate investment, management, and development firm based in Chicago and Champaign, IL, with roughly 5,750 units and $850 million in assets under management. With ambitious plans for continued growth, Fairlawn is focused on expanding its portfolio across Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, and other targeted Midwest markets.
