Matthew has over 25 years of experience in commercial facility maintenance and holds an EMBA in business management. Matthew is well versed in the development of best practices within the cleaning and flooring industry, as well as the principles necessary to develop long term mutually rewarding partnerships. This combined experience and education led to his commitment to continually improve processes, programs, and financial efficiencies in both his own company and the operations of his clients and partners.

Jonathan currently serves as the 2019/2020 Immediate Past Chair of the Connex Board of Directors. As Sr. Director of Store Development for Gap Inc., he leads the construction, store maintenance, and minor remodel teams that support over 2,800 stores in the North American fleet. His areas of expertise include project management, construction management, asset management and leadership. His current passion revolves around leading a regional team of experts in construction and maintenance while partnering with multiple brand teams to optimize fleet investment across Gap Inc. Jonathan has been with Gap Inc. for 14 years responsible for several different functions w/in Store Development. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from Drexel University. Previously he served as the PRSM Board Chair for two consecutive terms, Director on the PRSM Board since 2015, served on the Board’s Audit & Investment Committee, the Board’s Nominating Committee, was Board Liaison to the International Committee and served as Co-Chair for the 2014/15 National Conference Task Force.

Anthony currently serves as the Director, Facilities & Energy Management for ULTA Beauty in Chicago, IL. Anthony’s relationships, professional work experience, post graduate education and community involvement positions him well to add value and perspective to the Connex Association Board of Directors. His professional work experience includes Retail (Big Box to Specialty), Warehouse, Distribution, Grocery, Healthcare, and work as a service provider. (Facilities, Construction, Store Operations, Energy & Sustainability, Safety, and various support roles)

Twenty-year Facilities veteran, Steve Andrews, is Vice President, Central Facilities for Public Storage. Throughout his career his fiscal responsibility has spanned $225+ million dollars with oversight of 5,000+ locations. His successful track record includes spearheading positive change across all assigned areas, including fiscal, logistical, and operations. His areas of expertise include capital expense management. Identifying and implementing cost savings initiatives. He previously served on the Connex Mid-Year Committee and was Co-Chair of the Conference Committee.

Grant Baecker has been an executive in the real estate services industry for 16 years. Grant co-founded his current company, Authority HVAC in 2006 and led it from start-up to one of the industry’s leading national and self-performing HVAC companies. As a Connex board member, Grant works to position the association to capitalize on the industry trends occurring over the next 10 years. In his free time, Grant enjoys spending time with his family.

Chris has worked as a door specialist in the national account retail store market for 33 years. His career and experiences have taken him throughout North America consulting with Facility Managers, Architects, Developers and General Contractors. Chris is currently Founder, Chief Customer Officer of Cornell Storefront Systems and a Connex Board Member.

Michael Bowman is currently the Director, Facilities, Environmental and Safety with LCBO. Michael has had many varied positions over his 20-year career with the Liquor Control Board of Ontario, a retailer of beverage alcohol with over 650 locations. The last 8 years have been the most rewarding as the Director of Facilities, Environmental and Safety. He is exceptionally proud of his facilities team that has successfully centralized services across a diverse network, partnered with fantastic vendors, implemented important environmental initiatives and proved that their dedication has brought value to the organization and our industry. Ontario has a large geography and Michaels’s job allows him to visit many beautiful places creating opportunity to find excursions for himself and his two boys.

Wendy Neikrie has over 15 years of Facilities Management experience – mostly in the restaurant world – with a fairly recent entrée into the fitness/retail domain. This experience, combined with a start in the family business of commercial floorcovering, serves to create a unique perspective to understanding both sides of the business: as a Retailer and as a Supplier. Combining these experiences has enabled Wendy to optimize business practices employing data analysis and practical application.

Kim Goei leads Fexa's operations and delivery teams driven by a passion for innovation and genuine partnership. Kim began her career in retail, lending her leadership talents to Anthropologie, Reading International, Pier 1 Imports, and Virgin Group. Prior to joining the Fexa family Kim founded Goei Group, a boutique consulting group catering to facilities maintenance and technology companies’ growth initiatives. Kim earned her BA from the University of California, Los Angeles, and her Master’s from New York University.