Megan Destito grew up in Marietta, Georgia and graduated from the University of New Hampshire. After graduation, Megan moved to southern California and began working for a Santa Barbara law firm that formed the first national Qualified Intermediary service inside First American Title.

For the past 20 years, Megan has successfully owned and operated 1031 exchange companies in and around the Santa Barbara area. With her wealth of experience in complex real estate transactions across the country, she is considered a leading expert in the world of 1031 exchanges.

Charlene Ortiz grew up in Southern California and has built a career centered on exceptional customer service, transaction coordination, and document management.

Since 2004, Charlene has provided transaction coordination services to title companies, escrow officers, lenders, and brokers in the commercial real estate industry. She brings a strong background in real estate and legal documentation, allowing her to manage complex transactions while maintaining excellent standards of service. Known for her accuracy, reliability, and professionalism, she ensures smooth and efficient transactions while maintaining the highest level of confidentiality.

Vanessa Couzens is a native of Orange County, California and has spent nearly a decade in the 1031 industry, establishing herself as a knowledgeable and trusted resource to real estate investors. During her tenure with the company, Vanessa has processed more than 2,000 exchanges.

She prides herself on making the process as simple and easy as possible – delivering a seamless, first-class client experience every time.

Aspen Morgan is from Aiken, South Carolina, where she and her husband are raising their two young children. With a background in real estate, law, and title, she has spent the past five years supporting both home buyers and investors through document processing, investment strategy, and fund management. Her experience also extends to alternative investments and investor relations, where she focuses on delivering accuracy and exceptional client service.

Outside of work, her family shares a love for golf, with everyone in the household playing, staying active in their local golf community, and her husband working in the industry.

Aaron Kancevicius has a 20+ year background in real estate finance and consulting. He grew up in Sonora, CA, then lived in Hawaii for 9 years before settling in San Diego County. While in Hawaii, he became a partner in a mortgage company and was recognized as the top trainer at the #1 real estate office in Honolulu.

Aaron is a nationally recognized expert in 1031 exchanges and real estate investment strategies, and has consulted on deals ranging from $100k to $100MM. He regularly educates broker partners with office trainings and is the go-to 1031 consultant for some of the country’s largest and most prominent real estate investors and firms.

Kandas Myer grew up as the proverbial Air Force ‘brat’ living in multiple states and countries before graduating with honors from the University of Nevada Reno.

With 28 years of experience as a 1031 Exchange Counselor with Starker Services, Inc. and with IPX1031, Kandas has built a reputation for guiding clients through the complexities of real estate investment strategies. Highly specialized in tax-deferred exchanges, Kandas has helped countless investors maximize their portfolios while adhering to IRS regulations. Known for a client-first approach, Kandas combines expertise, personalized service, and a deep understanding of the market to ensure each transaction is both seamless and beneficial.

Joe Rivas is a Phoenix native who built a successful career in real estate and as a commercial insurance producer in the greater Seattle area. With over 20 years of experience guiding clients through complex real estate transactions, Joe brings a deep understanding of the industry from multiple perspectives. Over the past five years, he has specialized in 1031 exchanges, helping investors successfully complete more than $100 million in transactions.

Outside of work, Joe enjoys golfing and soaking up the Arizona sunshine. His commitment to putting clients’ best interests first drives every interaction he has at 1031 Specialists.

Adam Hubschman earned his B.A. in Religion and Political Science from the College of Charleston and has spent the past 13 years building a successful career in commercial real estate. He has closed over $150 million in transactions across Colorado and the Sun Belt, with a focus on investment sales and owner-user properties across property types.

Before joining 1031 Specialists, Adam advised institutional and private clients on acquisitions, dispositions, and strategic repositioning, earning him the CCIM designation, which highlights his expertise in valuation, financial analysis, and deal structuring. At 1031 Specialists, Adam helps investors navigate the 1031 exchange process with clarity and confidence, bringing a strategic mindset and deep market knowledge to every transaction.

Rudy Krupka grew up in Colorado and graduated from Colorado State University. He began his career at Procter & Gamble before founding several successful real estate and mortgage firms, later serving as VP of REO for Specialized Loan Servicing and CEO of Code Violation Services. Rudy also held senior roles at Linear Settlement Services, First Title and Escrow, and most recently at Accruit, driving 1031 exchange initiatives and partnerships, underscoring his commitment to excellence and client success.

With over 30 years of experience across consumer products, real estate, financial, and title industries, he brings proven leadership and growth expertise to 1031 Specialists.

Christian O’Shea is an accomplished title, escrow, and real estate services professional who believes excellent client service is at the core of developing close industry partnerships. At 1031 Specialists, he leads the expansion of the Southern California market.

Christian was raised in Dublin, Ireland and attended the prestigious Trinity College Dublin and, later, received his MBA at UC San Diego. He is a decorated former US Marine, having served overseas in both Afghanistan and the Middle East.

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Avery Bibbs is a dedicated professional from the vibrant San Francisco Bay Area. He specializes in guiding real estate professionals and investors through the complexities of 1031 tax-deferred exchanges. His dedication for client education and his commitment to building lasting relationships help ensure that every deal is handled with expertise and care.

Avery honed his collaborative skills while playing basketball at Morgan State University in Baltimore, Maryland. In his free time, Avery enjoys performing as an R&B vocalist throughout the Sacramento area.

Brandon Chu is a native New Yorker, earning his undergraduate degree from Haverford College in Pennsylvania and a Masters in English from Queens College.

His career has been built on providing exceptional client service, where he combines rigorous attention to detail with strong emotional intelligence to build trusted relationships. Brandon is adept at managing intricate documentation and ensuring procedural accuracy, skills he now applies to facilitating smooth and secure 1031 exchange transactions for the firm’s clients.

Outside the office, Brandon serves as a professional fencing coach.