When Steve founded PMI in 2008, his vision was to create the nation’s largest residential, commercial, and association management franchise network. Much of his career prior to PMI was spent riding the ups and downs of the real estate industry in land development, construction, and sales. Steve came to understand that no matter what the real estate market is doing, the property management sector of the industry remains stable. With this in mind, he built the PMI model for consistent revenue-generating property management business which now helps hundreds of property managers realize their dreams of successful business ownership.

As the COO, Stuart’s primary focus is to deliver on the promise for PMI’s franchisees. He brings to the company deep operational expertise and general management experience. He has spent much of his career with global financial services firm American Express, leading diverse teams to deliver their unique brand of outstanding service. Before joining American Express, Stuart was a founding director of a UK-based software and services company and later the Managing Director (CEO) of their Asia Pacific operations in Sydney, Australia. Stuart and his wife Sheryl have four married children, and he enjoys distance running, skiing, and travel.

Lon Searle brings to PMI his extensive accounting background as a CPA and CMA. Lon is an innovative financial professional with years of manufacturing, construction, gaming, audit, advertising, and operations experience. He has helped build new businesses, penetrate new markets, and develop fast growing companies with global reach. He also trains franchisees to utilize financial tools to make acquisitions and unleash value through faster organic growth and strategic planning.

Aaron knows the fastest way to grow a real estate management business is through acquisitions. Having spent the majority of his career as an asset manager in the residential and commercial markets, Aaron uses his expertise to guide PMI property managers through the entire acquisition process from lead sourcing to closing the deal and every step in between. The most exciting part of his job is seeing PMI franchisees growing their business with successful acquisitions.

Hunter specializes in helping clients acquire small businesses, having personally sourced over 90 off-market deals and contributed to closing more than 60 transactions in the past year. With an MBA in Finance and a Bachelor’s in Business Entrepreneurship, Hunter guides clients through every step of the acquisition process—from sourcing and valuation to negotiations, due diligence, and finalizing purchase agreements. Passionate about mergers and acquisitions, Hunter also offers coaching to buyers navigating the complexities of acquiring businesses and is always ready to discuss opportunities with business owners looking to sell or retire.

Connor Hatch supports PMI’s acquisitions team by helping property management owners explore growth, transition, and exit opportunities. With experience across real estate, finance, private equity, and new home construction, Connor brings a strategic, relationship-focused approach to every conversation. He is passionate about connecting with owners, operators, and investors to help them evaluate the right next step for their business.