The Boyer Company is a full-service developer and manager of office, retail, industrial, medical, government, and other specialty property types.
We have created the highest standards in real estate development by aspiring to maintain positive long-term relationships with clients. Boyer is one of the largest development firms in the Western United States having developed over 35 million square feet of commercial space since 1972. Currently, Boyer has over $500 million of additional development in progress.
We care about our clients and make our primary focus on:
Extreme Quality
Price Sensitivity
Incredible Integrity
Needed Flexibility
Executives
Summary
As Chairman of The Boyer Company, Roger serves as a director and advisor to The Boyer Company. Under Roger’s direction The Boyer Company has developed more than 35 million square feet of commercial projects throughout the Intermountain West, including office buildings, shopping centers, medical offices, hotels, apartments, and special use facilities. Roger has served in numerous community positions such as the Utah Arts Council, Pioneer Memorial Theater (Chairman, 1984–1986), United Way (Chairman, 1985–1986), Salt Lake Area Chamber of Commerce (Chairman, 1986–87), Salt Lake Public Utilities Advisory Board, Utah Division of Business and Economic Development Board (Chairman 1989–1991), Economic Development Corporation of Utah Board, Federal Reserve Board (Salt Lake Branch, Chairman 2003–2005), The University of Utah Hospital Advisory Board, University of Utah National Advisory Committee, ARUP Laboratories Board, and as a Trustee at the University of Utah.
As Chairman of The Boyer Company, Roger serves as a director and advisor to The Boyer Company. Under Roger’s direction The Boyer Company has developed more than 35 million square feet of commercial projects throughout the Intermountain West, including office buildings, shopping centers, medical offices, hotels, apartments, and special use facilities. Roger has served in numerous community positions such as the Utah Arts Council, Pioneer Memorial Theater (Chairman, 1984–1986), United Way (Chairman, 1985–1986), Salt Lake Area Chamber of Commerce (Chairman, 1986–87), Salt Lake Public Utilities Advisory Board, Utah Division of Business and Economic Development Board (Chairman 1989–1991), Economic Development Corporation of Utah Board, Federal Reserve Board (Salt Lake Branch, Chairman 2003–2005), The University of Utah Hospital Advisory Board, University of Utah National Advisory Committee, ARUP Laboratories Board, and as a Trustee at the University of Utah.
Education
Master of Business Administration – Harvard Business School
Bachelor of Science – University of Utah
Between July 2017-2020 Jake is taking a leave of absence to serve as the Mission President of the Germany Frankfurt Mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Summary
Jake has developed and has overseen numerous medical, industrial, governmental, office, and retail properties together with large residential projects for The Boyer Company. He was the project manager for the 2.1 million square foot Gateway development in downtown Salt Lake City, Utah.
Jake’s board and community participation include currently serving on the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco’s Economic Advisory Council. He also serves on the Governors Office of Economic Development Board and Incentives Committee, the Salt Lake Chamber Board and Executive Committee, the United Way Board and Executive Committee, the Utah Sports Commission Executive Board, the Economic Development Corporation of Utah Board, the Downtown Alliance Board, the Boy Scouts of America Great Salt Lake Council Board, and the Intermountain Healthcare Central Region Board.
Jake previously served as the Chairman of the Salt Lake Chamber of Commerce and President of the Valley Service Board. He is a guest teacher and speaker for the University of Utah Ivory/Boyer Center for Real Estate and other University and real estate organizations. Jake is a member of NAIOP and received the NAIOP Developer of the Year award in 2014.
Experience
24 years total
Education
Master of Science in Real Estate Development – Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science in Finance – Brigham Young University
Summary
Nate Boyer’s experience has included leasing, development and build-to-suit leaseback work. As President of The Boyer Company, he has managed and developed over 2.5 million square feet of office and related commercial space in various markets in and out of Utah. Nate has worked closely with private and public-sector tenants on build-to-suit office buildings totaling over $500 million. As a result of this experience, Nate has a deep understanding of the development cycle from site selection, entitlement, design, construction, and occupancy.
Nate Boyer’s experience has included leasing, development and build-to-suit leaseback work. As President of The Boyer Company, he has managed and developed over 2.5 million square feet of office and related commercial space in various markets in and out of Utah. Nate has worked closely with private and public-sector tenants on build-to-suit office buildings totaling over $500 million. As a result of this experience, Nate has a deep understanding of the development cycle from site selection, entitlement, design, construction, and occupancy.
Experience
12 years at The Boyer Company
15 years total
Education
Master of Science in Real Estate Development – Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science in Finance – Brigham Young University
801-521-4781
nboyer@boyercompany.com
Summary
Brian Gochnour became Acting CEO for The Boyer Company in July of 2017. Brian directs the asset management and property management of the Company’s 32 million square foot commercial real estate investment and management portfolio, including oversight of the budgeting process, property operations, risk management, strategic planning, and portfolio review. Brian continues in his role as the Director of Finance for The Boyer Company, which he has held since 2000. He oversees all aspects of the construction and permanent financing process for The Boyer Company’s commercial investment property portfolio. Brian has closed in excess of $1 billion in financial transactions over the past five years. Before coming to The Boyer Company, Brian worked in commercial real estate finance with Zions First National Bank for seven years as UT—Vice President/Commercial Relationship Manager. Brian managed full service account relationships for many of the Bank’s top commercial real estate development customers. He was responsible for new loan originations, including underwriting, closing, and servicing. Brian originated and serviced a loan portfolio in excess of $200 million on an annual basis.
Brian Gochnour became Acting CEO for The Boyer Company in July of 2017. Brian directs the asset management and property management of the Company’s 32 million square foot commercial real estate investment and management portfolio, including oversight of the budgeting process, property operations, risk management, strategic planning, and portfolio review. Brian continues in his role as the Director of Finance for The Boyer Company, which he has held since 2000. He oversees all aspects of the construction and permanent financing process for The Boyer Company’s commercial investment property portfolio. Brian has closed in excess of $1 billion in financial transactions over the past five years. Before coming to The Boyer Company, Brian worked in commercial real estate finance with Zions First National Bank for seven years as UT—Vice President/Commercial Relationship Manager. Brian managed full service account relationships for many of the Bank’s top commercial real estate development customers. He was responsible for new loan originations, including underwriting, closing, and servicing. Brian originated and serviced a loan portfolio in excess of $200 million on an annual basis.
Experience
18 years at The Boyer Company
25 years total
Education
Masters of Business Administration – University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (Emphasis in Finance and Real Estate)
Bachelor of Arts in Economics – University of Utah
Summary
Paul Kelley has been the Chief Financial Officer at The Boyer Company since 1996. His responsibilities include all accounting functions, financial reporting, including taxes, and information technology. Paul is a Certified Public Accountant and has the technical experience of public accounting, as well as the practical experience of industry accounting. Before coming to The Boyer Company, Paul worked as Vice President of Accounting and Treasurer at JP Realty, Inc. He has also worked as an Audit Senior and Assistant Real Estate Appraiser.
Paul Kelley has been the Chief Financial Officer at The Boyer Company since 1996. His responsibilities include all accounting functions, financial reporting, including taxes, and information technology. Paul is a Certified Public Accountant and has the technical experience of public accounting, as well as the practical experience of industry accounting. Before coming to The Boyer Company, Paul worked as Vice President of Accounting and Treasurer at JP Realty, Inc. He has also worked as an Audit Senior and Assistant Real Estate Appraiser.
Experience
24 years at The Boyer Company
Education
Master of Accountancy – Brigham Young University
Bachelor in Accounting – Brigham Young University
Summary
As the Director of Construction for The Boyer Company, Pat Moffat currently oversees over one million square feet of new construction annually. He provides oversight and direction for construction management services and LEED Certified projects. Pat has a broad and deep understanding of construction principles, practices, and methods. He understands pre-construction issues of land use, planning and zoning, the design process from programming and space planning through final contract documents; building systems and methods, construction contracting methods; value engineering and contracting methods and procedures.
As the Director of Construction for The Boyer Company, Pat Moffat currently oversees over one million square feet of new construction annually. He provides oversight and direction for construction management services and LEED Certified projects. Pat has a broad and deep understanding of construction principles, practices, and methods. He understands pre-construction issues of land use, planning and zoning, the design process from programming and space planning through final contract documents; building systems and methods, construction contracting methods; value engineering and contracting methods and procedures.
Experience
20 years at The Boyer Company
21 years total
Education
Master of Science in Real Estate Development – Columbia University
Bachelor of Science in Economics – University of Utah
801-521-4781
pmoffat@boyercompany.com
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Summary
Aaron joined The Boyer Company in 2006 and has overseen the development of over 2.8 million square feet of industrial real estate. Outside of new development projects, he also directs the day-to-day operations and management of Business Depot Ogden; a business park with over 12 million square feet of commercial warehouse, office, freezer and manufacturing space. His expertise ranges from spec buildings to complicated build-to-suit projects and he enjoys managing all aspects of building design and construction.
Aaron joined The Boyer Company in 2006 and has overseen the development of over 2.8 million square feet of industrial real estate. Outside of new development projects, he also directs the day-to-day operations and management of Business Depot Ogden; a business park with over 12 million square feet of commercial warehouse, office, freezer and manufacturing space. His expertise ranges from spec buildings to complicated build-to-suit projects and he enjoys managing all aspects of building design and construction.
Experience
14 years at The Boyer Company
16 years total
Education
Masters of Business Administration – University of Utah
Bachelor of Arts – Weber State University
801-399-9885
aaustad@boyercompany.com
Summary
Adrian was recruited by The Boyer Company to develop the company’s portfolio in Arizona. He has been involved in various capacities in the purchase, financing, development, leasing, and disposition of real estate and has been instrumental in transactions totaling over one billion dollars worth of real estate. He has also been involved in the development, leasing, and selling of multiple product types including office, schools, mixed-use, flex office, industrial, retail, and medical.
Adrian was recruited by The Boyer Company to develop the company’s portfolio in Arizona. He has been involved in various capacities in the purchase, financing, development, leasing, and disposition of real estate and has been instrumental in transactions totaling over one billion dollars worth of real estate. He has also been involved in the development, leasing, and selling of multiple product types including office, schools, mixed-use, flex office, industrial, retail, and medical.
Experience
5 years at The Boyer Company
26 years total
Education
Bachelor of Science in Regional Development – University of Arizona
801-521-4781
pmoffat@boyercompany.com
CONTACT
4350 E Camelback Rd, Suite A 250
Phoenix, Arizona 85018
602-499-4333
adrian@boyercompany.com
Summary
Brent Pace has developed over two million square feet of real estate including charter schools, office buildings, and housing redevelopments. His expertise includes financial modeling, project management, lease negotiation, and entitlement processing.
Brent Pace has developed over two million square feet of real estate including charter schools, office buildings, and housing redevelopments. His expertise includes financial modeling, project management, lease negotiation, and entitlement processing.
Experience
15 years at The Boyer Company
Education
Master of Business Administration – University of California
Certificate in Real Estate from the Fisher Center for Real Estate
Bachelor of Science in Political Science – University of Utah
801-521-4781
bpace@boyercompany.com
Summary
Cameron joined The Boyer Company in 2008 and currently oversees leasing and development at Business Depot Ogden (BDO). He has negotiated leases for 6.5 million square feet of build to suit and second generation space. BDO includes 1,100 acres and 12 million square feet of warehouse, office, and manufacturing space. Outside of BDO, he currently oversees management of 1.1 million square feet other office, retail, and industrial projects in northern Utah and Idaho.
Cameron joined The Boyer Company in 2008 and currently oversees leasing and development at Business Depot Ogden (BDO). He has negotiated leases for 6.5 million square feet of build to suit and second generation space. BDO includes 1,100 acres and 12 million square feet of warehouse, office, and manufacturing space. Outside of BDO, he currently oversees management of 1.1 million square feet other office, retail, and industrial projects in northern Utah and Idaho.
Experience
12 years at The Boyer Company
Education
Master of Business Administration – University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Science in Finance – Brigham Young University
801-399-9885
cameroncook@boyercompany.com
Summary
David Ward has over 30 years of commercial real estate experience delivering development, lease acquisition and asset management services. Prior to joining The Boyer Company, Dave served as a Vice President with Jones Lang LaSalle, where he specialized in complex new development and leasing projects on behalf of corporate, private entity and government clients. Throughout his career Dave has completed over two million square feet of commercial real estate transactions, including in excess of one million square feet of new office and related building development.
David Ward has over 30 years of commercial real estate experience delivering development, lease acquisition and asset management services. Prior to joining The Boyer Company, Dave served as a Vice President with Jones Lang LaSalle, where he specialized in complex new development and leasing projects on behalf of corporate, private entity and government clients. Throughout his career Dave has completed over two million square feet of commercial real estate transactions, including in excess of one million square feet of new office and related building development.
Experience
11 years at The Boyer Company
30 years total
Education
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics and History – Wake Forest University
801-521-4781
dward@boyercompany.com
Summary
Greg Gardner has a diverse development portfolio totaling over 2.5 million square feet. Currently, Greg is the leasing/project manager for several first class office, research, and laboratory facilities along Utah’s Wasatch Front. Some of the representative projects include the One Utah Center in Salt Lake’s Central Business District, ARUP Laboratories and Myriad Genetics campuses in the University of Utah’s Research Park, and the L-3 Communications facility located in the One Airport Center by the International Airport.
Greg Gardner has a diverse development portfolio totaling over 2.5 million square feet. Currently, Greg is the leasing/project manager for several first class office, research, and laboratory facilities along Utah’s Wasatch Front. Some of the representative projects include the One Utah Center in Salt Lake’s Central Business District, ARUP Laboratories and Myriad Genetics campuses in the University of Utah’s Research Park, and the L-3 Communications facility located in the One Airport Center by the International Airport.
Experience
43 years at The Boyer Company
Education
University of Utah, Real Estate and Business emphasis
801-521-4781
ggardner@boyercompany.com
Summary
Matt Jensen has been involved in the development of retail, office, government, and medical office projects at The Boyer Company. As a senior project manager currently working within Boyer’s healthcare development group, he has direct responsibility for securing new development opportunities, leasing new and existing buildings, and overseeing the construction and property management of both new and existing projects. He has supervised the development of projects throughout the United States and is currently managing active projects in the Kansas City, Phoenix, and Salt Lake City market areas. In his free time Matt enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, skiing, biking and running.
Matt Jensen has been involved in the development of retail, office, government, and medical office projects at The Boyer Company. As a senior project manager currently working within Boyer’s healthcare development group, he has direct responsibility for securing new development opportunities, leasing new and existing buildings, and overseeing the construction and property management of both new and existing projects. He has supervised the development of projects throughout the United States and is currently managing active projects in the Kansas City, Phoenix, and Salt Lake City market areas. In his free time Matt enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, skiing, biking and running.
Experience
19 years at The Boyer Company
26 years total
Education
Juris Doctorate – Brigham Young University
Bachelor of Art – Weber State University
801-521-4781
mjensen@boyercompany.com
Summary
From Michael Glauser’s diverse project experience, he has expertise in project sourcing, construction management, project management, lease negotiation, and entitlement processing. He has developed over 1.8 million square feet of real estate and has specialty in educational development.
From Michael Glauser’s diverse project experience, he has expertise in project sourcing, construction management, project management, lease negotiation, and entitlement processing. He has developed over 1.8 million square feet of real estate and has specialty in educational development.
Experience
11 years at The Boyer Company
Education
Master of Real Estate Development – University of Utah
Bachelor of Science in Linguistics and Business Management minor – Brigham Young University
801-521-4781
mglauser@boyercompany.com
Summary
Richard Moffat has been with The Boyer Company for 33 years. During his 37 year career he has developed/sold thousands of single family homesites in over 18 Utah communities from Brigham City to St. George. He has been involved in every facet of development from acquisition, entitlement, financing, construction, and marketing.
Richard Moffat has been with The Boyer Company for 33 years. During his 37 year career he has developed/sold thousands of single family homesites in over 18 Utah communities from Brigham City to St. George. He has been involved in every facet of development from acquisition, entitlement, financing, construction, and marketing.
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Experience
33 years at The Boyer Company
37 years total
Education
Masters of Business Administration – University of Utah
Bachelor of Science in Accounting – University of Utah
Summary
As a partner and project manager for The Boyer Company, Ron has developed commercial real estate for the past 20 years. In addition to commercial office, industrial, hotel and retail projects, Ron has had the primary responsibility of developing multiple medical projects throughout Utah and Nevada. Prior to joining Boyer, Ron worked as a regional director for a national real estate firm in Dallas and had responsibility for leasing, managing, sales, and acquisitions of a portfolio of millions of square feet. Ron has broad experience in real estate development, asset management, design, budgeting, construction, government approvals, and finance.
As a partner and project manager for The Boyer Company, Ron has developed commercial real estate for the past 20 years. In addition to commercial office, industrial, hotel and retail projects, Ron has had the primary responsibility of developing multiple medical projects throughout Utah and Nevada. Prior to joining Boyer, Ron worked as a regional director for a national real estate firm in Dallas and had responsibility for leasing, managing, sales, and acquisitions of a portfolio of millions of square feet. Ron has broad experience in real estate development, asset management, design, budgeting, construction, government approvals, and finance.
Experience
29 years at The Boyer Company
37 years total
Education
Bachelor of Science in Finance – Brigham Young University
Graduate Courses in Commercial Investment – Real Estate Institute
801-521-4781
rcraven@boyercompany.com
Summary
Ryan Simmons brings a diverse background in real estate development, acquisitions, and asset management to The Boyer Company. Ryan works on all aspects of development from deal sourcing, project management, leasing, partnership structuring and construction management. Prior to joining The Boyer Company, Ryan worked as a Senior Vice President of Development with HP Investors, a San Diego based private equity firm. Ryan focused on long-term urban and infill real estate investment and development primarily in San Diego, Los Angeles, and the Oakland areas. Ryan began his career with PEG Development, a full-service real estate development firm, where he developed all asset classes including retail, multi-family, and hospitality.
Ryan Simmons brings a diverse background in real estate development, acquisitions, and asset management to The Boyer Company. Ryan works on all aspects of development from deal sourcing, project management, leasing, partnership structuring and construction management. Prior to joining The Boyer Company, Ryan worked as a Senior Vice President of Development with HP Investors, a San Diego based private equity firm. Ryan focused on long-term urban and infill real estate investment and development primarily in San Diego, Los Angeles, and the Oakland areas. Ryan began his career with PEG Development, a full-service real estate development firm, where he developed all asset classes including retail, multi-family, and hospitality.
Experience
17 years total
Education
Bachelor of Science in Finance – Brigham Young University
801-366-7130
rsimmons@boyercompany.com
Summary
Scott Verhaaren has been with The Boyer Company since 1993 during which time he has developed and managed over three million square feet of mixed-use, retail, and general office real estate. He is responsible for acquisition, entitlements, construction, and leasing of new and existing mixed-use and retail projects. Notable projects include Redstone in Park City, The Commons at Sugarhouse in Salt Lake, Draper Crossing and Draper Peaks in Draper, The District in South Jordan, and The Crossing at Saratoga Springs, and The Crossing at South Salt Lake.
Scott has served on professional and community organizations including the ICSC Mountain States Board and Program Committee and as Vice President of the University of Utah Alumni Association Board of Directors.
Scott Verhaaren has been with The Boyer Company since 1993 during which time he has developed and managed over three million square feet of mixed-use, retail, and general office real estate. He is responsible for acquisition, entitlements, construction, and leasing of new and existing mixed-use and retail projects. Notable projects include Redstone in Park City, The Commons at Sugarhouse in Salt Lake, Draper Crossing and Draper Peaks in Draper, The District in South Jordan, and The Crossing at Saratoga Springs, and The Crossing at South Salt Lake.
Scott has served on professional and community organizations including the ICSC Mountain States Board and Program Committee and as Vice President of the University of Utah Alumni Association Board of Directors.
Experience
26 years at The Boyer Company
28 years total
Education
Master of Business Administration – University of Utah
Bachelor of Science in Marketing – University of Utah
801-521-4781
sverhaaren@boyercompany.com
Summary
Spencer oversees acquisition, entitlement, construction, and sale of residential communities at The Boyer Company. He has worked with institutional and private land sellers to acquire over 3,700 multi family and single family units. He coordinates with municipal, federal, and private agencies to secure necessary approvals for new communities. He also manages design and construction of horizontal improvements of these communities. Notable recent masterplanned projects in Utah include Holbrook Farms in Lehi, Stansbury Place in Stansbury Park, Loneview North West Jordan, Jordan Heights in South Jordan, and Farmington Ranches in Farmington.
Spencer oversees acquisition, entitlement, construction, and sale of residential communities at The Boyer Company. He has worked with institutional and private land sellers to acquire over 3,700 multi family and single family units. He coordinates with municipal, federal, and private agencies to secure necessary approvals for new communities. He also manages design and construction of horizontal improvements of these communities. Notable recent masterplanned projects in Utah include Holbrook Farms in Lehi, Stansbury Place in Stansbury Park, Loneview North West Jordan, Jordan Heights in South Jordan, and Farmington Ranches in Farmington.
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Experience
13 years at The Boyer Company
Education
Master of Business Administration – Brigham Young University
Bachelor of Science in Economics – University of Utah
801-521-4781
smoffat@boyercompany.com
Summary
Spencer Summerhays has been a part of The Boyer Company’s healthcare team since 1998 with a focus on new development activities. He has played an integral role in maintaining relationships with national clients and the development of approximately three million square feet of healthcare real estate. Beyond his focus on new development projects, Spencer also works to supervise the continued leasing and operation of approximately one million square feet of space. His expertise ranges the full spectrum of development services including site selection and acquisition, entitlements and approvals, design oversight, leasing, financing, building shell and tenant improvement construction oversight, and asset management supervision.
Spencer Summerhays has been a part of The Boyer Company’s healthcare team since 1998 with a focus on new development activities. He has played an integral role in maintaining relationships with national clients and the development of approximately three million square feet of healthcare real estate. Beyond his focus on new development projects, Spencer also works to supervise the continued leasing and operation of approximately one million square feet of space. His expertise ranges the full spectrum of development services including site selection and acquisition, entitlements and approvals, design oversight, leasing, financing, building shell and tenant improvement construction oversight, and asset management supervision.
Experience
21 years total
Education
Master of Real Estate Development – University of Southern California
Bachelor of Science degree in Finance – University of Utah (Magna Cum Laude)
801-521-4781
ssummerhays@boyercompany.com
Summary
Wade Williams has extensive experience in real estate development, finance, design, and construction. He has been the lead on a number of large mixed-use projects including The District in South Jordan, Utah a 300 acre master plan that include office, retail and residential development, Draper Peaks in Draper, Utah, and Quarry Bend in Sandy, Utah. He has served on national and regional boards and committees including serving as the State Director of Utah, Idaho, and Wyoming for the ICSC. Prior to coming to The Boyer Company, Wade served as Senior Vice President of Real Estate and Development for Smith’s Food and Drug. In that capacity he oversaw a annual capital budget of $180 million and was responsible for real estate, design, and construction along with property management and property accounting.
Wade Williams has extensive experience in real estate development, finance, design, and construction. He has been the lead on a number of large mixed-use projects including The District in South Jordan, Utah a 300 acre master plan that include office, retail and residential development, Draper Peaks in Draper, Utah, and Quarry Bend in Sandy, Utah. He has served on national and regional boards and committees including serving as the State Director of Utah, Idaho, and Wyoming for the ICSC. Prior to coming to The Boyer Company, Wade served as Senior Vice President of Real Estate and Development for Smith’s Food and Drug. In that capacity he oversaw a annual capital budget of $180 million and was responsible for real estate, design, and construction along with property management and property accounting.
Experience
32 years total
Education
Master of Business Administration – University of Utah
Bachelor of Science in Finance – University of Utah
Certifications and Designations
CCIM, CSM, SCLS, SCDP, CMD
801-521-4781
wwilliams@boyercompany.com