Team

At Module Building Systems, our team comprises seasoned professionals with decades of experience in leadership, land development, construction, manufacturing, engineering, logistics, supply chain, and legal within the built environment. United by a shared mission, we are determined to revolutionize the construction industry by introducing innovative solutions that address the housing crisis and the socioeconomic challenges it entails. MBS is transforming the way the world perceives construction while actively supporting non-profits and marginalized communities throughout our journey.

Founder & CEO

Mark Turnbull

Mark is the Founder and driving force behind MBS and has expertly assembled a dynamic executive team, board of advisors, and industry partners. With 20 years of entrepreneurial experience under his belt, Mark's diverse background spans real estate investment, construction, land development, property management, business development, and leadership roles as a marketing and creative director.

A dedicated humanitarian, Mark's compassionate nature is at the heart of MBS's mission. He has devoted time to volunteering at local homeless shelters, as well as making multiple trips to Haiti to help build schools, homes, and orphanages. His unwavering commitment to making a positive impact shapes the way MBS operates and grows.

Chief Technology Officer

Lorne Henderson

Lorne, the design engineer behind our groundbreaking preparatory connection technology, spearheads our engineering and design team with his vast expertise.

With a rich background spanning over two decades, Lorne has worked for numerous companies and as an independent contractor. His experience encompasses designing lumber manufacturing facilities, fluid power systems, sawmill equipment, highway tanker trucks, drill rigs, and various manufacturing innovation designs.

Chief Operations Officer

Nicole Wales J.D.

Nicole brings a solid track record in operational management and supply chain logistics. Her notable achievement includes leading Paradigm Panels from near insolvency to profitability within two years. Her expertise in supply chain and manufacturing logistics has been crucial to her professional career.

Holding a Doctor of Law degree from the University of Windsor, Nicole combines her legal education with extensive operational experience, making her a valuable asset to MBS. Her role at MBS involves strategizing and implementing efficient operational processes to drive the company's growth and success in the offsite construction industry.

Chief Production Officer

Bryan Lynch

With more than 30 years of experience in modular manufacturing and offsite construction, Bryan possesses a wealth of knowledge and expertise. He has successfully initiated numerous operations from scratch, taking on roles in Modular Design and Engineering, Production Management, Quality Assurance, General Management, and Operations Management.

Holding over 57 building and general contracting licenses, Brian brings decades of experience in team-building and collaborating with start-ups, ensuring a strong foundation for any project he undertakes.

Board of Advisors

MBS is proud to introduce our distinguished Board of Advisors, a group of accomplished professionals with decades of experience and connections spanning multiple industries such as construction, engineering, finance, and technology. Our advisors are not only founders and executives but also lobbyists, attorneys, professors, and community leaders. Their diverse backgrounds and expertise enable them to provide invaluable insights and guidance, ensuring that MBS remains at the cutting edge of the construction industry. By leveraging their collective knowledge and maintaining a strategic approach to navigating the rapidly evolving industry, our Board of Advisors supports MBS in revolutionizing building processes and delivering innovative, sustainable, and efficient solutions to our clients.

Founder Build-A-Bear Workshop

CEO Clark Fox Foundation

Maxine Clark

Maxine Clark is one of the true innovators in the retail industry. In 1997, she founded Build-A-Bear Workshop®, a teddy-bear-themed retail-entertainment experience. There are over 400 stores worldwide, and over 200 million stuffed animals have been sold. In June 2013, Maxine stepped down from her executive role to apply her entrepreneurial skills to her passion for improving K-12 public education and investing in and mentoring women and minority entrepreneurs.

Founder & CEO

Green Street Real Estate Ventures

Phil Hulse

For more than 30 years, Phil has been a leading visionary in building up St. Louis’ urban core, and paving the way for business activity and commerce in our area. After starting his career as a broker and working his way up through the real estate field, Phil co-founded two successful real estate firms, Summit Development Corporation and Gateway Commercial.

Managing Partner

Capitol Hill Partners

Lee Foley

For more than 30 years, Lee Foley has worked as one of Washington's foremost counselors on policy and legislative advocacy. Lee advises clients and represents various interests before the U.S. Congress and the Executive Branch on issues involving: elementary, secondary and post-secondary education, housing, community and economic development, and asset building, financial services, small business development, disability and civil rights policy and technology.

Senior Vice President of Legal

FedEx Express

Connie Lewis Lensing

Connie served as senior vice president in the legal department at FedEx Express, the world’s largest express transportation company. Her responsibilities included all U.S. and U.S. Virgin Islands litigation. She led the Employment, Environmental, Risk Management and Compliance groups and was responsible for litigation avoidance. Connie was responsible for FedEx offices in Memphis, TN, and Orange County, CA.

President

Ranken Technical College

Don Pohl

President of Ranken Technical College, he has been with the institution for over 20 years, having served as Executive Vice-President, Vice-President for Education, Dean of Academic Affairs, Information Technology Division Chair, and a computer networking technology instructor. Mr. Pohl holds an MBA and BA in Computer Science from Webster University and an Associate of Technology from Ranken.

Founder & Principal

Gladiator Consulting

Rachel D’Souza-Siebert

Rachel founded Gladiator Consulting, a boutique consultancy with a holistic approach to non-profit organizational development. Through Gladiator, Rachel has combined her knowledge of Organizational Culture & Fund Development with her deep personal commitment to centering community, seeking justice, and creating belonging for those who have been disenfranchised or targeted by institutions, systems, and policy.

Lawyer & Business Advisor

Reese Street Advisors

David Lensing

David has decades of experience in raising capital for large scale companies and real estate projects throughout the United States. He brings years of experience in business into helping companies realize their goals. His network includes high-net worth individuals, lobbyists, and countless connections within the real estate development industry.

Senior Vice President

Emerald Capital Strategic Advisors

Jeff Frankel

Jeff is an ambitious operator driving advancement in community development, alternative financing, business creation & growth, and equitable resource allocation. Track record in New Markets Tax Credits, Regulation Crowdfunding, small business financing, and real estate incentives. Evolving experience in renewable infrastructure, EVs, ag-tech, venture, and entrepreneurship.

Chair Civil & Structural Engineering

St. Louis University

Chris Carrol

Carroll’s research interests involve both experimental and educational topics. His experimental research interests include reinforced and prestressed concrete structures, while his educational research interests include the use of problem and project-based learning in the classroom at both the university and secondary school levels.

B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. in Civil & Environmental Engineering

Principal Emerald Capital

VP Development Green Street

Matt Drinen

Matt Drinen serves as a Principal of Emerald Capital Strategic Advisors (“Emerald Capital”), as well as Vice President of Development for Green Street Real Estate Ventures (“Green Street”). Matt has over 11 years experience in Finance and Banking with respect to New Markets & Historic Tax Credits, and Opportunity Zone Investments. His experience spans the structuring, closing, and managing developments for those tax credits and investments.

Chief Technology Officer

NEP Group

Gary Smith

Gary is a seasoned engineering graduate with expertise spanning four industries—telecommunications, utilities, information technology, and construction—across North America, Europe, and Asia. His experience has been cultivated in diverse business environments, including both corporate and private equity ownership.

Architect & Professor
University of Bolzano

Mustapha El Moussaoui

Mustapha El Moussaoui is an architect, urbanist, and researcher at the University of Bolzano. In 2020 he obtained his doctorate from Universitat Politecnica de Valencia. He completed a post-doctorate at the University of Coimbra. Having studied architecture and philosophy, Mustapha took part in teaching courses in Lebanon, China, and Italy. His research focuses on understanding cities' socio-cultural dynamics and the existential well-being of their inhabitants.

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