Brian joined Atlantic in August 2025 as an Analyst on the Capital Markets Team. He supports the team by underwriting institutional multi-tenant assets, conducting market analysis, and assisting with deal execution. Prior to Atlantic, he worked at AEW Capital Management in the asset management department, focusing on a diverse portfolio of medical office, retail, and multifamily assets.
Brian graduated from Brandeis University in 2023, where he earned a double major in Business and Economics. He was president of the business school’s investment club and a member of the volleyball team. Outside of work, Brian enjoys playing sports, exploring the city, and spending time with friends and family.
Dean Sands is an Executive Vice President for Atlantic Capital Partners, where he is responsible for expanding the Capital Markets Platform. Based in Washington, DC, Dean provides advisory services to institutional and private owners up and down the East Coast. Dean has over 20 years of experience and has worked with leading investment sales teams at Eastdil Secured and JLL. Throughout his career, he has executed joint ventures and asset sales both nationally and abroad. Dean earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Trinity College in Hartford, Connecticut and a Masters in Real Estate from Johns Hopkins University.
Outside of the office, Dean is a leader at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, where he teaches at the Parish School of Religion and leads the St. Dymphna Mental Health Ministry. He resides in Washington, DC with his wife and three children.
Connor Kuchman grew up on the North Shore of Chicago, where he developed a passion for hockey and golf. His interest in the Carolinas grew while studying at Wake Forest, where he also coached youth hockey in Winston-Salem. A lifelong hockey enthusiast, he enjoys watching the sport at any level.
Jordan joined Atlantic Retail in 2025 as a Vice President Investment Advisor in the Charlotte office. He has nearly a decade of experience specializing in the acquisition and disposition of Shopping Centers and Triple-Net (NNN) Assets across the country where he has been directly involved in sales transactions totaling over $500M. With a proven track record representing private individuals, developers, and institutional investors, Jordan leverages market intelligence, deal-making instincts, and a deep network to drive value for his clients.
Born and raised in Southern California, Jordan attended UC Santa Barbara, where he met his wife in 2013. Now a proud father of two boys, he resides in Charleston, SC, where he serves at the Church at LifePark and coaches travel baseball for SBA Lowcountry.
Kendra Doherty joined the team full-time in 2025 after previously interning with the firm during the summer prior. She graduated from Providence College, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Finance. During her time at Providence, Kendra developed a strong foundation in financial analysis, investment strategy, and capital markets-skills she now brings to her role with the team.
During her internship, Kendra gained hands-on experience in financial modeling, market research, and deal support, which prepared her to contribute quickly in her full-time role.
Outside of work, Kendra enjoys exploring new restaurants around Boston, traveling through Europe, and spending time at the beach.
John joined Atlantic in November of 2024 as an Analyst on the Capital Markets Team. He supports the team by conducting market research, underwriting single and multi-tenant assets, and helping with deal execution. John brings investment and real estate knowledge as well as a strong work ethic to the team.
John received a Bachelor of Business Administration with a concentration in Finance from Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business in 2024 where he played Varsity Lacrosse. Outside the office, John is passionate about tennis, golf, and cooking.
Liz joined Atlantic Capital Partners as a Graphic Designer in April 2025, bringing a dynamic background in digital strategy, content creation, event promotion, and design. Her expertise stems from marketing for one of Boston’s largest hospitality groups, and from supporting a diverse range of clients at a mid-sized marketing agency. She holds a B.S. in Communications from Mitchell College, where she graduated as the Salutatorian of her class.
Outside of work, Liz enjoys exploring new restaurants, practicing and performing as a singer and musician, and making frequent trips back to her home state of Connecticut to spend time with her family.
Stephen Hassenflu is the co-head of the Debt, Equity, and Structured Finance advisory group for Atlantic Capital Partners. In his role, he advises clients on the financing of property acquisitions, funding of development projects, and recapitalization or refinance of existing properties across all asset classes with a focus on retail. Stephen has over 10 years of diverse commercial real estate experience. Most recently, he ran debt capital markets for First National Realty Partners where he closed 34 loans totaling over $750m in volume across the United States. Stephen also has over 5 years of experience in private equity fund management including 3 years at USAA Real Estate, where he helped manage over $5.0b of funds invested globally across all asset classes.
Stephen received his BBA in Finance from Texas A&M University. He lives in Jupiter, FL with his wife Jaca, son and daughter. Stephen is a foodie, loves going to the beach with his family, and is a fan of boxing.
Joey Tagliente joined Atlantic Capital Partners in 2025, bringing nearly a decade of experience in commercial real estate private equity and asset management. Before joining Atlantic, Joey served as Director of Real Estate at Wingmark Capital, where he focused on acquisitions, asset management, and strategic deal structuring of net lease, ground lease, and hospitality assets across the Northeast. His track record includes managing complex transactions, optimizing portfolio performance, and delivering value through innovative deal structures.
At Atlantic Capital Partners, Joey specializes in advisory services for institutional and private owners, leveraging his expertise as a principal to drive value across industrial/flex, self-storage, and retail asset classes. A licensed real estate agent, he is also working toward his full CCIM designation to deepen his investment and market analysis capabilities.
Joey earned his BA in Economics from Colby College. He resides in Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, with his wife and daughter. Outside the office, Joey enjoys fishing, golfing, surfing, and spending time with his family along the North Shore.
Zack joined Atlantic Capital Partners in 2025 as a Senior Vice President in the West Palm Beach Office working to further advance the groups well established capital markets platform.
Zack specializes in the acquisition and disposition of single and multi-tenant net leased properties, typically leased to notable national, public, and private retailers, with long-term NNN leases. He works on behalf of both private and institutional owners throughout the country, including high net worth private individuals, family offices, developers, owner-occupiers, REITs, and foreign capital. His expertise further includes 1031-exchange transactions, sale-leasebacks, and build-to-suit advisory.
Throughout his career, Zack has focused on developing meaningful relationships that go beyond a singular transaction. Zack’s commitment to his clients and relationship-first mindset has allowed him to close over $800 million in sales volume across 32 states.
Zack graduated from the University of Kansas with a BA is History and Communication Studies. Originally from Chicago, Zack relocated to South Florida in 2023 with fiancé, Alejandra, where they enjoy traveling and hanging at the beach with friends.