Connecting Investors with
TRIPLE NET
Retail Investments
In collaboration with our joint-venture partners, Clever Capital, Peak Development Partners, and San Tan Commercial Advisors, our mission is to fortify local communities through retail development.
By partnering with exceptional brands and operators, we strive to empower enterprises to share their unique offerings and passion with consumers throughout local communities.
Get To Know Our
EXPERT TEAM
Get To Know Our
EXPERT TEAM
Kristian Cotta
President
Kristian has been active in the commercial real estate industry for almost 20 years. His extensive brokerage work focused on retail and shopping center development having worked under a number of the most reputable developers in Arizona.
Kristian’s considerable development work includes ground-up single-tenant projects, large scale shopping centers and the renovating and repositioning of existing retail and restaurant properties in multiple markets including Oregon, Utah, Colorado, Texas and Arizona.
Kristian has completed hundreds of real estate transactions while representing landlords, investors, developers and national credit tenants such as McDonalds, Taco Bell, Burger King and many other well known brands. He is a graduate of Washington State University, a member of the International Council of Shopping Centers and holds the designation of CCIM, Certified Commercial Investment Member.
In addition to his brokerage and development career, Kristian founded one of the most prominent digital media agencies in the Phoenix metro area. With a focus on assisting local and regional restaurant operators with their marketing and online presence, this insight and deep knowledge of restaurant and retail operations has furthered Kristian’s ability to successfully identify sites for restaurant and retail development.
Phil Bramsen
Development & BTS Director
Phil has been active in the commercial real estate industry for over 20 years. His extensive brokerage work has evolved into a professional expertise in tenant representation and the development of single tenant NNN assets.
Phil’s considerable development work includes dozens of ground-up single-tenant projects in multiple markets including California, Oregon, Washington, Colorado, Nevada and Arizona.
Prior to his brokerage career, Phil owned and managed retail and wholesale automotive aftermarket businesses operating throughout the Western U.S. This background enabled him to foster many strong relationships with automotive clients, and eventually, other retail operators, representing their interests for new store and development programs. His focus towards pads and outparcels has grown to include an ample amount of work with drive-thru and quick serve restaurant concepts.
Phil has completed hundreds of real estate transactions while representing an extensive list of national, regional, and local tenants, as well as landlords and investors. He is a graduate of The University of Arizona and a member of the International Council of Shopping Centers.
Armando Delgado
Acquisitions Director
Armando has been active in the real estate industry for over 5 years. His extensive brokerage work has evolved into a professional expertise in commercial transactions and retail investment and development acquisition.
Armando’s considerable sales and transaction experience has helped him hone his communication and relationship building skills leading to a keen ability to adapt every deal structure to its unique characteristics. With a focus on add-value shopping centers, development pads and outparcels, Armando has worked extensively with drive-thru and quick serve restaurant concepts.
Armando is a member of the International Council of Shopping Centers and a candidate working on his designation of CCIM, Certified Commercial Investment Member.
Brennen Pierson
Single Tenant Net-Lease Director
Brennen’s background includes tenant rep and single tenant NNN build-to-suit development. Brennen has been part of a team that identified and completed more than forty build-to-suit projects over the last three years.
He has extensive knowledge of GIS (geographic information systems) platforms and mapping. His work has allowed him to develop a specialization in trade area analysis and data interpretation. He has a curious and entrepreneurial mind, which motivates him to constantly learn and master business strategy. Brennen is a tenacious advocate for our clients. He is a former student athlete as a baseball player with a degree in Business Marketing from Eastern New Mexico University.
Cody Sperber
Member of Clever Capital Fund, LLC
Cody Sperber, a.k.a. The “Clever Investor” is an American entrepreneur, author, philanthropist, and real estate mentor and educator. Sperber is a United States Navy Veteran turned Real Estate Investor, and the Founder and CEO of Clever Investor, a real estate education company.
Cody served in the Navy from 1998 to 2002 and completed his service as an E-5 Petty Officer 2nd Class, served as a Navy QuarterMaster until 2002, and is decorated with several medals.
After serving in the Navy, Cody attended Arizona State University and graduated in 2006 Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Finance, with an emphasis in Accounting. Prior to beginning his Real Estate career, Cody had a short career as an accountant. During his accounting career, Cody developed a strong interest and passion for Real Estate. Cody spent the next four years working to learn as much as he could about the Real Estate Industry, and in 2010, founded Clever Investor, LLC.
INC 5000 named Clever Investor the #648th fastest growing company in 2015 and the #685th fastest growing company in 2016. Clever Investor gained some additional honors from INC. 500, including #15 on the list of “Top Education Companies,’ #17 on the list of ‘Top Phoenix Companies’, and the #18 for ‘Top Arizona Companies.’ In 2017, Arizona Central named Clever Investor as a ‘Top Company to Work for in Arizona’, and Comparably named Cody as one of the ‘Best CEO’s in 2017.
Bryant Aplass
Member of Clever Capital Fund, LLC
Bryant Aplass’ entrepreneurship career began in 2002 while attending Washington State University where he started his first business and simultaneously earned his Bachelors degree by double majoring in Human Resources and Business Management.
By the time Bryant was in his early twenties he was one of the leading clothing manufacturer providers globally for the NFL, NBA, MLB, Olympics team, and many more Fortune 500 companies.
In 2017, Bryant sold his textile manufacturing company of 15 years, and continued his passion for owning real estate that started when he was just 21 back in 2002 which coincidentally he purchased his first home in AZ in 2002. Bryant has owned, rehabbed, exited, and held commercial and residential property for over 20 years and has successfully completed hundreds of real estate transactions during his career. Bryant is the owner of multiple successful companies in addition to being a licensed Realtor selling over 18MM in 2023 alone.
Brittany Shulman
Member of Clever Capital Fund, LLC
Brittany Shulman brings 20 years of multifaceted expertise, particularly in commercial real estate, fundraising, strategic partnerships, marketing, and lead generation. Brittany is specialized in various securities regulations such as Regulation D 506(c), 506(b), Reg CF, and Reg A offerings, which has enabled her to reach a broader investor base.
Originally from Arizona, Brittany earned her Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning from Arizona State University, a testament to her foundational understanding of real estate and its profound impact on communities.
She currently holds her real estate license in the State of Arizona and previously held securities licenses 22 & 63 in Arizona, New York, California and Washington.
Will Han
Lead Financial Analyst
Will Han is a first-generation immigrant from South Korea and a graduate of the University of Southern California, where he earned a B.S. in Applied and Computational Mathematics. With over eight years of experience as a credentialed actuary in Medicaid consulting, Will brings a deep understanding of data analysis, financial modeling, and risk mitigation to his real estate ventures.
His transition into commercial real estate is grounded in a methodical, risk-averse approach—leveraging institutional-level underwriting to identify opportunities that balance strong returns with long-term community impact.
Will is focused on building a resilient investment portfolio, with a mission to revitalize underperforming properties and create lasting value for both investors and the neighborhoods they serve.
