Everard Martin, as President and CEO oversees the entire operations of EXM and provides encompassing leadership to the organization. He ensures that the business operations are efficient and effective, and that the proper management of resources and execution of services to clients are being maintained at all levels. Everard ensures that good working relationships are being fostered across EXM projects while focusing on field operations as they relate to progress, quality, safety, and budget. Everard, as an astute executive, prides himself on ensuring that EXM clients’ goals and objectives are met or exceeded.  

Everard brings more than 3 decades of diversified construction experience and management practices, and has worked on many asset types such as residential, commercial, institutional, infrastructure, logistic centers, hotels, landmark, and educational, for both public and private sectors. 

Everard holds an MBA in finance from Keller School of Management, DeVry University, a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering from Stevens Institute of Technology, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Management from Pratt Institute. 

Tamara N. Varella, as Vice President, Planning and Strategic Alliance of EXM, ensures that our business is efficient and well poised to develop and execute business plans for strategic alliances in achieving our clients’ stated goals and objectives. Tamara serves as the primary day-to-day contact for client alliances and maintains strong relationships with key stakeholders on both sides. Tamara understands the needs and goals of our organization and works to identify opportunities for collaboration that will always benefit our clients and us. As a senior executive with over 25 years of company growth and scaling success for varying industries including real estate, Tamara is skilled in identifying weaknesses and finding effective solutions in maximizing profits. 

Tamara’s forward-thinking mentality and growth strategic approach has yielded great success in organizational planning and development. Tamara is highly skilled at cultivating rapport with key players to optimize project goals and outputs, resolve complex problems and deliver required outcomes. Tamara is adept at working with public sector organizations, private companies, and multi-national companies.

Tamara holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from Wilmington University.

With a wealth of experience in donor engagement, business development, and high-level campaign management, Brianne Martin has a proven track record of driving growth, building strategic partnerships, and executing initiatives that deliver measurable results. Currently, as Director of Donor Engagement at Vital Voices Global Partnership, Brianne manages pledge payments for a $30 million capital campaign and leads the strategy to develop and secure funding for a $100 million fund dedicated to empowering women worldwide.

Previously, as Senior Consultant at CCS Fundraising, Brianne managed multi-million dollar campaigns and executed high-impact strategies that secured funding for global initiatives. Notably, she led a $30 million capital campaign to establish the Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Center, the world’s first Women’s Presidential Center, and a $100 million campaign for the development of the Texas Children’s Hospital Neurological Research Center, a cutting-edge facility focused on advancing treatments for neurodegenerative diseases.

As Vice President of Business Development, Brianne drives all sales initiatives for EXM Group LLC. Through her expertise in building and nurturing relationships with ultra-high-net-worth individuals and organizations, she strategically identifies the company’s competitive edge and unique opportunities to drive results.

Her expertise spans both nonprofit and for-profit sectors, where she has successfully led teams, developed tailored business strategies, and executed programs that increased client engagement, secured new partnerships, and consistently exceeded revenue targets. Her background in securing diverse funding from public, private, and government entities, coupled with a keen eye for identifying client needs and pain points, has led to driving over $2 million in additional revenue for clients and achieving a 70% client renewal rate.

She is passionate about leveraging strategic business development practices to create sustainable, impactful opportunities for clients, organizations, and communities. She thrives in dynamic environments that prioritize collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to excellence.

George Washington University.

Eric J. Salvaterra is the Vice President Operations with EXM Group. Eric has over 40 years of experience in the construction industry. Eric has experience managing high profile, high end and complex projects throughout New York City, from design to pre-construction right through completion of construction. Eric’s experience is very diversified, having constructed hotels, theaters, residential, retail, and commercial buildings, as well as large public works projects.

Theresa Lepore is a results-driven finance and accounting professional with extensive experience in financial management, accounting, human resources, and strategic planning. She specializes in budget preparation and management, cost accounting, financial reporting, auditing, payroll, cash flow management, accounts payable/receivable, and account reconciliation.

Theresa has held senior leadership roles including Senior VP of Planning & Strategic Alliance, Director of Finance, Accounting Manager, and Owner/Accounting Manager, managing budgets exceeding $10 million and providing full-charge bookkeeping and HR services for multiple clients.
She brings strong expertise in QuickBooks, Sage, Xero, Microsoft 365, financial analysis, staff management, and HR administration, combined with a meticulous, dependable, and detail-oriented approach to financial operations and organizational management.

Jaiden Martin is an accomplished construction Project Manager with experience overseeing interior and core & shell construction projects in New York. His expertise includes pre-construction, procurement, contract administration, subcontractor coordination, project scheduling, change orders, RFIs, submittals, and construction oversight.

Previously, Jaiden served as an Assistant Project Manager on high-rise, mixed-use residential and commercial developments, managing subcontractor bidding, trade buyouts, scopes of work, and quantity take-offs. He is also experienced in coordinating with owners, project accountants, superintendents, design teams, and subcontractors.

Jaiden holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from Quinnipiac University and an OSHA 30-Hour certification. He is proficient in Procore, Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, Adobe, and MS Project, with strong skills in quantity surveying, bid analysis, contract administration, and construction management.

John V. Bonanno is a results-driven construction professional with 35+ years of industry experience, specializing in construction management, general contracting, project leadership, and technical services. He has extensive expertise in project leadership, contract negotiation, scheduling, value engineering, budgeting, purchasing, cost control, risk mitigation, and site coordination.

John has held senior leadership roles including General Contractor/Consultant, Director of Special Projects, and Senior Vice President, overseeing complex projects from conception through completion. His experience includes managing procurement, schedules, safety, profitability, staffing, and relationships with owners, subcontractors, architects, engineers, government agencies, and property managers.

He is recognized for building high-performing teams, identifying project risks, and implementing effective strategies across design, purchasing, cost, personnel, and scheduling, with a strong focus on delivering quality results and successful project outcomes.

Nicholas Downes is a results-driven construction professional with 30+ years of industry experience, specializing in high-value interior fit-outs, commercial offices, hotel renovations, and public-sector projects. He has extensive expertise in estimating, quantity surveying, pre-construction, procurement, contract negotiation, value engineering, and cost control.

Nicholas has led large estimating and purchasing teams and managed pre-construction for projects valued up to $200 million. His experience includes a $60M corporate headquarters fit-out, an 800-key hotel renovation, a $50M city agency headquarters fit-out, and a $40M City Hall renovation.

He holds a Bachelor of Science in Quantity Surveying from Heriot-Watt University and brings strong expertise in cost planning, bid strategy, subcontractor procurement, trade buy-outs, and team leadership.

Charles Ko is a results-driven construction professional with 26 years of industry experience, specializing in construction estimating, pre-construction, bidding, and project cost management. He has extensive expertise in quantity takeoffs, conceptual estimating, bid analysis, scope development, cost optimization, and subcontractor procurement.

Charles has led estimating and bidding processes for major projects valued up to $100 million, working with prominent organizations including JPMorgan Chase, Morgan Stanley, Goldman Sachs, Columbia University, NYU, New York City Hall, and New York Public Library. His project experience spans corporate, financial, healthcare, education, hospitality, and public-sector construction, with projects ranging from $1 million to $100 million.

He brings strong expertise in cost planning, competitive bidding, subcontractor bid evaluation, value alternatives, and project coordination, working closely with architects, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers to deliver accurate and competitive estimates.

Nicholas Medley is an experienced construction and project management professional with 15+ years of experience overseeing commercial, residential, government, and multifamily projects from pre-construction through closeout. He specializes in field operations, subcontractor management, scheduling, quality control, safety compliance, inspections, and project coordination.

His experience includes large-scale renovations, commercial build-outs, high-rise residential projects, government facilities, and multifamily developments. Nicholas has managed complex field operations, RFIs, submittals, inspections, procurement, budgets, and project schedules while maintaining quality and safety standards.

He holds a Master of Science in Sport Science with a concentration in Sport Facilities Management and certifications including OSHA 30-Hour, CPR/AED, and BPI Energy Auditing. He is proficient in Procore, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, construction documentation, scheduling, reporting, and blueprint interpretation.

Diego A. Martin is a project management professional with experience supporting public-sector real estate and capital projects, specializing in project management, stakeholder coordination, budget analysis, consultant management, real estate due diligence, development review, contract and RFP analysis, and strategic planning.

Diego has managed complex projects involving municipal staff, elected and appointed boards, developers, architects, and community groups. His experience includes leading a housing needs assessment with 500+ survey responses supporting a projected $5.4M residential RFP, securing $75,000 in grant funding, and managing consultant procurement, project schedules, and coordination.

He holds a Master of Architecture from the University of Pennsylvania and a Bachelor of Arts in Urban Studies from Vassar College, bringing a strong combination of planning, design, project management, data analysis, and community engagement expertise.

Established in 2014 by industry visionary Roger Baez, Atlantic Group Solutions has evolved into a dynamic force in the construction consulting arena. With a rich tapestry of experience spanning over a decade, our commitment to excellence has propelled us to the forefront of the industry. Specializing in construction estimating, project management, and intricate shop drawings, Atlantic Group Solutions is synonymous with precision, reliability, and innovation.

Founded by Roger Baez, a seasoned construction professional with a passion for pushing boundaries, Atlantic Group Solutions has grown from a vision to a thriving entity. Roger Baez’s journey includes leadership roles in prestigious construction firms, bringing a wealth of industry knowledge and an unwavering commitment to client success.

Atlantic Group Solutions stands at the nexus of experience and innovation. With over 10 years of successfully navigating the complexities of the construction industry, our expertise has been instrumental in shaping skylines and delivering projects that stand as testaments to quality craftsmanship.

Wilmington University.

Alan Cavaliere, as Director of Field Operations of EXM, ensures that all field operations are effectively streamlined consistent with our corporate policies and work procedures, and manages and oversees the entire field staff for each project.

Alan is a result oriented, hands-on construction and development professional with over 3 decades of experience in new construction, and all facets of the industry, with extensive knowledge in masonry, facade restoration, landmark, and historical preservation. Alan’s track record has demonstrated his ability in ensuring that projects are successfully completed, and with his strong relationship with the subcontractor’s pool, through coordinating, strategic planning, and building positive rapport with architects, engineers, local officials, and vendors – will ensure that each project is speedily completed in a safe manner while ensuring quality and safety are never sacrificed.

Alan holds a certificate in Business Management from Kings Borough Community College.