Our Team

Jake Redlingshafer – Managing Partner
Jake Redlingshafer is the Managing Partner of Land & Apartments. Jake is responsible for managing all aspects of L&A’s acquisition, construction and property management activities as well as implementing L&A’s strategic vision. In addition to his management duties, Jake works on engagements across the company including strategic planning, acquisitions, project development, portfolio management optimization and investor relations. Over his career he has completed more than $500 million in real estate transactions. Jake is a frequent contributor to many local & national investment groups regarding multi-family real estate trends that are shaping our nation.

Joe Redlingshafer – Partner
Joe Redlingshafer is a partner at Land & Apartments. Joe graduated from Texas Christian University Summa Cum Laude and has 5 years of experience working in the alternative investments industry for investment firms deploying billions of dollars in capital in special situations and long/short equity strategies. Prior to Land & Apartments, Joe worked at Spring Creek Capital, a Koch Industries affiliate, engaged in merger arbitrage and investing in other corporate reorganizations and transactions. Joe leads the acquisitions and financial functions for L&A.

Scott Schumaier – Head of Construction
Scott is a St. Louis native born and raised in Kirkwood where he graduated from KHS in 2006 before going on to study at the University of Missouri- Columbia. At Mizzou, Scott majored in Business Administration and graduated in 2010 cum laude. Scott received his M.B.A from Saint Louis University. Upon graduation, Scott went from Intern to Director of Development at Source Medical, a leading physician consulting and recruitment firm before going on to become the Vice President of the company. Scott is also a member of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB).

Ryan Werkmeister – Director of Property Management
Ryan Werkmeister is the Director of Property Management and is responsible for the day to day operations of of the St. Louis portfolio. Ryan graduated from St. Louis University with a degree in Finance and Marketing and has over 20 years of experience in the Property Management and the Multi- Family industry. Ryan has sat on the Board of Directors for the St. Louis Apartment Association since 2019.

Luke McNamara – Acquisitions
Luke McNamara is a key member of the acquisitions team. Luke has sourced over $100mm in transactions for Land and Apartments since 2020 in Midwestern, Southern, and Southeastern markets. Prior to joining Land and Apartments he worked in property management and construction at Mogul Realty. Before working at Mogul, Luke was in the aviation industry.