Alexis Prater graduated from Purdue University, West Lafayette in 2021 with a Bachelor’s degree in Law & Society. She has been working in the legal field since August 2018 but prior to joining Pedcor’s legal team in February of 2022, she previously worked as a Legal Assistant at a law firm in Indianapolis, where she focused specifically on collections work. Mrs. Prater assists Pedcor’s legal and development teams with various tasks including bond compliance, annual reporting, invoicing, and contractor licensing.
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Daniel Morse
Mr. Morse graduated from Montana State University with a Bachelor of Science in Business in 2015 and a Master of Professional Accountancy in 2016. He obtained his CPA license in 2018 while working as an auditor for the Alaska Division of Legislative Audit. Mr. Morse joined Pedcor in November of 2021 as a Senior Accountant II.
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Lexi Cooper
Lexi earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Business from Ball State University, giving her a strong foundation in organizational strategy and communication. Before joining Pedcor in January of 2022, she served as an Administrative Assistant at Inktel, gaining valuable experience in client relations and operational support.
Since joining Pedcor, Lexi has brought an unmistakable energy and enthusiasm to her role, fostering a welcoming and collaborative atmosphere. Her dedication and cheerful demeanor make her an integral part of the Development team.
Read MoreJonathan Rygg
Mr. Rygg graduated from Brigham Young University with a double major in History and Asian Studies in 2009 and earned his Doctor of Jurisprudence from the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law in 2014. He is admitted to practice in the state of Indiana and the United States District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana.
Mr. Rygg joined Pedcor Companies in 2021 and is responsible for coordinating and closing all aspects of Pedcor’s affordable housing transactions in Colorado, Idaho, North and South Carolina, and other states. Mr. Rygg started his career in the affordable housing industry during law school coordinating due diligence matters as a member of a national developer’s in-house legal team. After passing the bar, he continued his work there as an attorney, advising on all post-closing and corporate matters, including project construction, LIHTC compliance, and asset management. More recently, he worked in-house for a national LIHTC syndicator where he assisted in closing approximately 140 affordable housing communities across the country.
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Colin Patterson joined Pedcor in spring 2021 with more than 25 years of experience in civil engineering and construction, including 17 years specializing in site development. He is a licensed professional engineer in Indiana and a 1995 graduate of Tri-State University (now Trine University).
As an experienced consultant—most recently serving as a senior project engineer at American Structurepoint, Inc., in Indianapolis—Colin managed all aspects of site planning and development for a wide range of projects including retail development, industrial sites, municipal facilities, federal, airports, residential subdivisions, and multi-family housing. His expertise includes drainage, grading, water quality design, and underground detention. Colin has evaluated prospective projects to identify scope of work, time, and expense estimates; directed technical consultants including structural engineers, environmental engineers, surveyors, site electrical designers, landscapers, geo techs, utility locate services, and local utility representatives; coordinated with municipal planning and engineering offices, INDOT, IDEM, DNR, USAC, and FAA; submitted site documents for municipal review; represented clients at BZA, TAC and Plan Commission meetings; and resolved differences for timely approval.
Colin is known as a creative problem-solver, able to uncover innovative solutions to complex challenges. His stormwater management solution for Hendricks Gateway Park near Indianapolis is one example. He routinely explains engineering concepts to clients and other non-engineers, identifies opportunities for time and cost savings, and recommends solutions to address competing needs of stakeholders.
Outside of the workplace, Colin is active in urban beekeeping initiatives. He spends many weekends in March through November tending multiple hives in his urban backyard.
Read MoreDonald R. Neel
Mr. Neel serves as President and CEO of Village Capital Corporation. In addition to his roles as President of CEO of parent-company United Fidelity Bank, Neel serves as President and CEO of first-tier holding company, Fidelity Federal Bancorp. Neel joined the company in 1993 as Senior VP and Chief Financial Officer. In the past 6 years, the Company has expanded dramatically, increasing its total assets from $135 million to $1.3 billion. During that time, Village Capital Corporation has developed, acquired, and/or financed multifamily affordable housing across the country. Prior to joining the Company, Neel worked for Peoples Savings Bank in 1987 following a three year stint with the public accounting firm, BKD LLP. Neel is a 1985 graduate of the University of Southern Indiana and completed Indiana CPA examination requirements in 1987.
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