She also seeks to build positive connections between the Rock Family of Companies and its local communities by helping to attract, engage, and develop top talent. She currently serves on the following boards: Mortgage Bankers Association Diversity and Inclusion Committee, Inforum, Oakland University Board of Trustees, Rocket Giving Fund and the Midnight Golf Program. Jennifer Gilbert is Director and Board Member of Rocket Companies, which went public on August 6, 2020. He is responsible for the leadership and growth of the company. Quicken Loans was also ranked highest in the nation for client satisfaction among mortgage servicers by J.D. Previously, Wilson was Vice President of Support Services, Greektown Casino & Hotel, where he oversaw operations including Security, Parking, Valet, Transportation as well as Risk, Safety and Environmental Services. Cullen, 63, assumes the CEO duties on Sept. 1, replacing Bill Emerson, 56, who will return to Gilbert's Detroit-based mortgage giant Quicken Loans Inc. and Rock Holdings as vice chairman. Ketai, who went to work with Gilbert from Southfield-based developer Etkin LLC, was replaced in the CEO role by Emerson. "One hundred percent amicable," Emerson said of Ketai's pending exit from the company. Dan is a Founder and Principal of Detroit Venture Partners (DVP), a venture capital firm that funds startup and early-stage technology companies and a Founding Partner of Detroit-based private equity group Rockbridge Growth Equity. Along with his work for Quicken Loans, Jay serves as an executive board member for Community Solutions, StockX, Shinola, the Metropolitan Detroit YMCA and the Rocket Mortgage Classic. Cullen, 63, assumes the CEO duties on Sept. 1, replacing Bill Emerson, 56, who will return to Gilbert's Detroit-based mortgage giant Quicken Loans Inc. and Rock Holdings as vice chairman. Jay joined Rock Financial in 1996 and quickly became one of the company’s top mortgage professionals. Quicken Loans has ranked in the top-30 companies on FORTUNE magazine’s annual 100 Best Companies to Work For list for 17 consecutive years. Rock Ventures is a For-More-Than-Profit organization in the heart of Detroit. Alyse Martinelli will become Bedrock's chief people office after serving as vice president of human resources for Jack. In 2011, Dan co-founded Detroit-based Bedrock, a full-service real estate firm specializing in acquiring, leasing, financing, and managing commercial and residential space. Cullen and Emerson said in a Thursday morning interview that the timing of the leadership changes aligns with Jack Entertainment's disposition of properties around the Midwest, including Greektown Casino-Hotel in downtown Detroit, which sold for $1 billion earlier this year. Wilson, a self-described ‘sneakerhead,’ was born and raised in Detroit. With a Crain’s Detroit Membership you get exclusive access, insights and experiences to help you succeed in business. In his 31 years with the firm, he worked with high wealth individuals and established a professional sports and entertainment practice. Hudson's department store and the Monroe Blocks development — have faced setbacks in recent months. In 2016, the Cleveland Cavaliers won the NBA championship. Here's who they are, Dan Gilbert companies, partnerships and other investments, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. He is an active business professional in the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountants. "The reality is that Dan and Jim had some conversations and Jim was thinking about doing other things. Avenue. Cullen will be replaced in that role by Mark Dunkeson, who is also joining Bedrock as president and COO. Cullen since 2003 also has served as chairman of the Detroit RiverFront Conservancy, a nonprofit entity that builds and operates the city's RiverWalk. He follows Dan Mullen, the former executive vice president of business development, who left June 7. Matthew J. Rizik is the Chief Tax Officer at Rock Ventures LLC, the for-more-than profit organization formed to strategically vet and pursue opportunities, align interests and provide key services to Dan Gilbert’s Family of Companies and other investments. He's also among the major champions of getting the riverfront area reinvigorated in recent years as chairman of the Detroit RiverFront Conservancy board of directors. Wilson feels it’s important to be a positive role model and give back to the Detroit community. Jim has done a great job for this organization and we are tremendously grateful things he's done. He was also overseeing the property acquisition team. Please select at least one newsletter to subscribe. 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