Property Manager

Commercial Leasing Executive

Chief Operating Officer
Steering Committee Member

Director of Administration
Operations Committee Member

Vice President of Accounting

President of Marnell Gaming Management
Steering Committee Member

Vice President of Visualization
Operations Committee Member

Senior Vice President of Design
Operations Committee Member

Senior Vice President of Architecture
Operations Committee Member

President of Construction
Steering Committee Member

President of Investments and Real Estate
Steering Committee Member

President of Marnell Architecture & Marnell Consulting
Steering Committee Member

Vice President - Forte Consulting, LLC.
Assistant to the Chairman (Special Projects) - Marnell Companies

Founder
Chairman Emeritus

As Property Manager for Marnell Properties, Ms. Zabaidi manages over a million square feet of office and retail space in Nevada and Montana. An experienced property manager with over twenty years management experience Ms. Zabaidi strives to establish strong working relationships and maintain personal contact with all tenants. By establishing immediate team follow-up to all tenant requests and working closely with all property vendors, Ms. Zabaidi fosters a professional, welcoming environment in the properties under her management and cultivates lasting client relationships.  Ms. Zabaidi prides herself on her team approach to maintaining a high standard of overall property appearance, efficiency and profitability.

Prior to Marnell Properties, Ms. Zabaidi worked as an Assistant Property Manager for a management/development company in California and as Associate General Manager for one of the largest real estate management/development companies in Las  Vegas where she and her team were the proud recipients of the 2007 BOMA Award for Suburban Low-Rise Office building of the Year.

Raedene Counts is the Commercial Leasing Executive for Marnell Properties. Ms. Counts heads up all tenant leasing transactions including client presentations, client tours, lease negotiations, proposals, sales, and space planning. She oversees all of Marnell Properties commercial landholdings located in Nevada and Montana. Most notable is her growing leasing portfolio of over 2 million square feet of office, industrial, warehouse, retail, cargo, and airplane hangar space.

With over 20 years of experience, Ms. Counts has worked in the leasing and property management departments at twoof Las Vegas’ premier commercial real estate developers.

Accreditation

‍Ms. Counts is a graduate from the inaugural class of the Developing Leaders Institute (DLI), an educational program provided by the Southern Nevada Chapter of NAIOP Commercial Real Estate Development Association, and is a member of NAIOP, CCIM, SIOR, and CREW.

Education

‍Ms. Counts holds an Associate of Science Degree in Business Management as well as a Real Estate Broker license for the State of Nevada.

John Lipkowlitz is responsible for the oversight of Marnell Companies Corporate Office, Warehouse Operations, Panevino Italian Grille & Deli and Frontier Radio. He has worked with the Marnell Company for 30 years in many different roles. Starting in 1989 at the Rio All Suite Hotel and Casino as the Executive Chef, John worked his way up the ladder to President. He also held various executive roles with our companies including Executive Vice President of the M Resort, President of Marnell Gaming, and President of Siren Gaming. John has over 38 years of casino and hospitality experience, his most recent roles included director of operations of Fifth Ave. Restaurant Group, Chief Operating Officer of Sunset Jax/ Trip 7’s Restaurant Group and Senior Vice President and General Manager of Spokane Tribe Casino.

Accreditation

John studied at the Santa Barbara City Hotel & Restaurant Management and has an MBA from Pepperdine University Graziadio School of Business and Administration, Masters Business Administration.

Ms. VanOrman is the Director of Administration for Marnell Companies. Her responsibilities include the administration and maintenance of the commercial insurance, employee benefits and risk management programs for all divisions including, but not limited to construction, architecture, hotel/casino, property development, restaurant and design. In her administrative capacity she is responsible for human resources, employee relations and provides support to senior leadership.

Ms. VanOrman serves on the company Operations Committee which provides operational oversight to all business units within the company. She is also involved in the operations of the of the company and office environment.

In addition to her position as the Director of Administration, Ms. VanOrman is also the Assistant Vice President for Forte Consulting, LLC (an insurance agency and risk management consulting firm).

Ms. VanOrman maintains a State of Nevada Health, Life, Property, Casualty & Surety Insurance license, a Construction Risk Insurance Specialist (CRIS) designation and Registered Workers Compensation Specialist (RWCS).

Danitra Ward is the Vice President of Accounting for Marnell Companies and is responsible for managing and administering all accounting activities, obligations and objectives of the Marnell Business Units. Mrs. Ward's responsibilities include managing day-to-day accounting operations, developing efficient business processes to record and report accounting activity, verifying the integrity and accuracy of financial results, and implementing and maintaining a system of internal controls to safeguard company assets. Mrs. Ward serves on the company Operations Committee which provides operational oversight to all business units within the company. Mrs. Ward has extensive experience in Financial and Project Accounting. Prior to joining Marnell Companies in 2006, she held accounting positions in real estate development, construction and broadcasting fields. Mrs. Ward is a member of the Construction Financial Management Association and the Institute of Finance and Management.

‍Accreditation

‍Mrs. Ward earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from California State University, Fresno and earned her Master's degree in Business Administration from University of Phoenix.

Jeff Pfeiffer is responsible for the management and oversight of gaming operations for Marnell Gaming Management including owned operations,  as well as tribal casino operations that would be under consulting or management agreements.   He is a member of the Marnell Companies Steering Committee which provides direction and operational oversight for the company.  He has been with the company since 2007 when he joined the Colorado Belle and Edgewater Hotel/Casinos as Senior Vice President and General Manager. Jeff was promoted to Chief Operating Officer in May of 2016 where he has served until recently when he was named President of the gaming company.  Prior to joining Marnell Gaming as the head of Laughlin operations, Jeff was the Vice President and General Manager of the Empress Casino in Joliet, Illinois. Jeff has also held various senior level operations and marketing positions with companies such as Harrah's and Penn Gaming.

‍Accreditation

‍Jeff is a graduate of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas with a bachelor's degree in Communications Studies. He also served as both the President of the Illinois Casino Gaming Association and the Laughlin Tourism Commission.

As Vice President of Visualization at Marnell Consulting, Mr. Hannigan oversees VizWorks, a specialized division that delivers high-end renderings, animations, and immersive experiences for a wide range of industries. He leads a talented team of 3D and 2D artists, driving innovation in 3D design, virtual reality, branding, and 3D printing.

With more than 27 years of experience, Mr. Hannigan is an expert in 3D visualization and studio management. His extensive portfolio includes directing large-scale global projects that demand precision, creativity, and timely execution. Recognized for his commitment to quality, Mr. Hannigan has built a reputation for delivering outstanding 3D design and visual presentations that meet the highest industry standards. His leadership extends beyond project management—he is also a dedicated mentor and trainer, inspiring his team to consistently achieve excellence.

Education & Teaching:

Mr. Hannigan earned a Bachelor of Science in Architectural Design from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV). He has also contributed to academia as an adjunct professor at UNLV, where he taught 3D Visualization and Interior Design courses in the School of Architecture.

Mr. Taylor is responsible for the daily operations of the Design Department within the Architecture Business Unit. He assists in establishing the design direction for interior projects. Bryan serves on the company Operations Committee which provides operational oversight to all business units within the company. Prior to joining Anthony A. Marnell II, Chtd. in 1993, Bryan worked for a medium-sized Architectural/Interior Design firm in Wichita, Kansas.

‍Accreditation

‍Bryan earned a Bachelor of Interior Architecture degree from Kansas State University, Manhattan, Kansas.

Mr. Trageton is responsible for the oversight and detailed development of large-scale Project Master Planning, Concept Design, Construction Documentation and Administration. He also serves on the Operations Committee which provides operational oversight to all business units within the company. Mitchell joined Marnell Companies in 1987 and has worked on several large Hospitality and Commercial projects including Hotel-Casinos, Convention Facilities, Theaters, Office and Commercial Developments, and Large Scale Retail Complexes. Mitchell has been responsible for the Design and Project Management of the firm's Office and Commercial Projects. In addition, he serves as Project Architect for a variety of Gaming/Hospitality and Entertainment/Resort Projects and is involved in all aspects of Project Development from initial Conceptual Design and client interaction through Design and Project implementation.

‍Accreditation

‍Mitchell is a graduate of North Dakota State University with a Bachelor of Architecture degree and is a registered Architect in the State of Nevada. He is a member of the American Institute of Architects and The National Association of Industrial and Office Properties.

Ary A. Benoualid is President of Construction for Marnell and oversees the day to day administration of the Construction business unit. He is a point of contact for major clients and provides project oversight as well as being involved with company organization and staff development. Mr. Benoualid is a member of the Marnell Companies Steering and Operations Committees, which provide directional and operational oversight to the various business units of the Marnell Family of Companies.

‍Accreditation

‍Mr. Benoualid attended the University of Arizona and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering. He is a licensed contractor in the State of Nevada. In addition, Ary is on the board of the McCool Science Center Foundation, a charitable organization which promotes interest in science and engineering for Nevada youth.

Gregory K. Wells is President of Investments and Real Estate for Marnell Companies. Mr. Wells is responsible for all of the day-to-day management activities of Austi, LLC and Marnell Capital, LLC, the strategic investment and financing arms of the Marnell Family of Companies.

He also manages Marnell Properties, the real estate acquisition and development entity of the Marnell Companies. Marnell Properties is a real estate development and management company which focuses on the acquisition, development and management of commercial, income-producing real estate.

As President of Investments and Real Estate, Mr. Wells' role also includes the financing of all the Marnell Family of Companies real estate and gaming activities, as well as leading the acquisitions of the Colorado Belle and Edgewater Hotel Casinos, The Saddle West Hotel Casino, and M Holdings real estate, in addition to securing the construction financing of The M Resort.

Mr. Wells is a member of the Marnell Companies Steering Committee, which provides directional and operational oversight to the various business units of the Marnell Family of Companies.

From 1999 to 2005, Mr. Wells served as Vice President of Investments for Austi, LLC, where his primary responsibility was directing the investments portfolio consisting of private and public equity and debt.

Prior to his time with the Marnell Family of Companies, Mr. Wells was the manager of a national brokerage firm office in Phoenix, Arizona, where he oversaw the investment activities and operations of all the financial advisors in the office.

‍Accreditation

‍Mr. Wells is a Trustee of Tuscany Research Institute, a non-profit organization focused on balancing wildlife habitats and agricultural practices.

He serves on the Board of Directors of privately-held Shakey's USA.

‍Education

‍Mr. Wells attended the University of Arizona on an athletic scholarship and graduated with a degree in Economics.

Mr. Howryla is President of Marnell Architecture & Marnell Consulting.  He is responsible for the operations of the Architecture, Design and Consulting Business Units. He is also a member of the Marnell Companies Steering Committee which provides direction and operational oversight to all business units of the Marnell Family of Companies.   Mr. Howryla's tenure with Marnell Companies began in 1994.  He now leads the Master Planning & Design process and oversees large scale Hospitality & Entertainment projects.

‍Accreditation

‍Mr. Howryla is a registered Architect and is certified by the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards. He is a member of the American Institute of Architects, the International Code Council, the Construction Specification Institute, the U.S. Green Build Council, the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi and the UNLV Council of Excellence. David earned a Master of Architecture degree and Bachelor of Science in Architecture from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. He also holds an Associate Degree in Specialized Technology from the Pittsburgh Technical Institute, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Alisa Marnell-Wilson is Vice President of Forte Consulting, LLC. where she is responsible for managing potential opportunities and acquisitions, along with insurance placement for the Marnell Family of Companies.

As the Assistant to the Chairman (Special Projects) of Marnell Companies, Alisa is responsible for overseeing various projects throughout the Marnell Family of Companies. She also manages the Marnell Foundation and Tuscany Research Institute donation requests, giving programs, potential opportunities and acquisitions. Alisa also oversees the Company-wide Public Relations department.

‍Accreditations

‍Alisa has a CRIS (Construction Risk Insurance Specialist) designation. Alisa is Board Member of Tuscany Research Institute and the Marnell Foundation. She is a former member of Duck's Unlimited Conservation Committee. Alisa earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration from the University of Riverside California.

Mr. Marnell II's 50-year journey into architecture and construction began as the son of an Italian masonry contractor at a young age. His early experiences working alongside his father instilled a rebellious spirit against traditional design, a trait that would later define his innovative approach in the industry. This spirit, coupled with his B.A. in architecture from the University of Southern California and mentorship under architect Alfred Caldwell, led to a professional journey that included stints at Moffett & McDaniel Architects and Zuni Construction Company.

Upon joining Corrao Construction Co. Inc., Mr. Marnell II made a significant change when he became the company’s president of Marnell Corrao Associates. His unique approach of combining architecture and construction as one service, a pioneering concept at the time, gave new opportunities and freedom to clients. Tony was the only architect/builder offering a complete service for several decades, showcasing his innovative thinking and impact on the industry as a Master Builder. A truly Renaissance approach to Design-Build propelled Marnell Companies and their associates to earn international acclaim on the most recognizable and renowned resorts, hotels, and gaming properties to bear this unique approach. His past projects contributing to Vintage Las Vegas include Mirage, Rio, Maxim Hotel, Treasure Island, Wynn, Sundance Hotel, Bellagio, and Excalibur, significantly shaping his hometown. His additions to Caesar's Palace, Desert Inn, Sands, Stardust, California, Frontier, and Dunes Hotels further solidify his legacy in Las Vegas. His impact on the city's architectural identity, inspiring and transformative, is awe-inspiring. In 1989, when he built the Rio Hotel & Casino, Inc., Mr. Marnell held the prestigious position of Chairman of the Board of Chief Executive Officer of the company and its wholly owned subsidiary, Rio Suite Hotel & Casino, until its acquisition by Harrah’s Entertainment, Inc. on January 1, 1999. The M Resort, another groundbreaking design-build from Marnell, which opened in 2009, embodies a unique blend of family values, luxury, and community focus. The resort showcases a family-driven design complemented by luxurious amenities.

In 2004 Tony initiated his quest to construct America's first High Speed Railroad from Las Vegas to Los Angeles. In 2024, twenty years later, construction on America's first High Speed Railroad, Brightline West, from Las Vegas to Los Angeles began after final approval from the Federal Railroad Administration.

Accreditation

The countless contributions to the world of entertainment and southern Nevada architectural designs have continued to shape the past and future. Tony is certified by NCARB (National Council of Architectural Registration Boards), is an honorary member of AIA (American Institute of Architects), serves on the Advisory Board for the Nevada State Board of Architects, and is a registered Architect in 38 states and the District of Columbia. (The states: AL, AR, AZ, CA, CT, CO, FL, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NJ, NM, NY, OH, PA, RI, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, and DC.) A Trustee Emeritus of the University of Nevada Las Vegas Foundation Board, a USC Board of Councilors member, and the National Italian American Foundation. Established and funded the endowment of the Integrated Design Studio of "The M Studio" at the University of Southern California School of Architecture, furthering studies focused on Design Busil, the Art of the Master Builder. Tony is a member of Duck’s Unlimited, where he was inducted into the Hall of Fame for establishing the Tuscany Research Institute and other conservation programs.