Who We Are

Stack Asset Group is a trusted real estate investment firm focused on creating strategic high-growth opportunities in multifamily real estate. Our mission is to deliver secure income-generating investments that drive consistent returns and build long-term wealth for our investors. We are a vertically integrated firm managing the full process from acquisitions to construction and asset management. This allows us to maintain control, reduce risk and increase efficiency at every stage. With a proven track record of successful multifamily projects across Oregon, we’ve established ourselves as a reliable and results-driven partner. Guided by a focused investment thesis, we target high-demand overlooked markets—especially in the affordable housing sector—where we see long-term value and community impact. At Stack we combine deep market insight with disciplined execution and a commitment to excellence and transparency to deliver projects that meet the evolving needs of both investors and communities.

  • Gabe Johansen

    Managing Partner

    Gabe Johansen is a managing partner at Stack Asset Group and brings deep experience across multifamily, retail, and office real estate. He owns a portfolio valued over $200M, totaling approximately 1,000 residential units and multiple commercial buildings. Gabe specializes in deal structuring, capital raising, and implementing operational systems that scale. Over the past three years, he has raised more than $25M from accredited investors and is known for combining investment sophistication with brokerage expertise. Gabe is widely regarded as a leading voice in commercial and multifamily real estate strategy.

  • Marc Gallegos

    Managing Partner

    Marc Gallegos is a managing partner at Stack Asset Group, where he leads investment strategy, acquisitions, and capital deployment. Over the past decade, he has funded more than $350M in residential mortgages, consistently developed 100+ multifamily units annually, and now manages a portfolio valued at over $80M. With a background in property management, lending, and construction, Marc brings a well-rounded operational perspective to the team. He remains focused on community impact and continues to lead development and value-add projects across the Willamette Valley.

  • Trevor Howard

    Chief Acquisition Officer

    Trevor Howard is a founder and the Chief Acquisitions Officer at Stack Asset Group, where he leads the sourcing, underwriting, and structuring of multifamily and development deals across Oregon. With a background in engineering, Trevor previously managed large-scale government projects, including nuclear reactor structures and missile silos bringing a sharp, analytical mindset to real estate. At age 28, he has built over a $40M portfolio spanning multiple asset types. Trevor is known for his ability to creatively structure complex transactions and co-hosts The Deal Junkies Podcast, where he shares insights with fellow real estate operators and investors.

  • Dane McKinney

    Chief Investment Officer

    Dane McKinney is a founder and the Chief Investment Officer at Stack Asset Group. With a background in finance, Dane brings a deep understanding of investment strategy, capital structure, and creative dealmaking. At age 26, he has acquired a $30M portfolio, brokered over $50M in transactions during a down market, and helped raise over $5M from investors for value-add and ground-up projects. Known for his relationship-driven approach, Dane also co-hosts The Deal Junkies Podcast, where he and his partners share insights from the front lines of real estate investing.

  • Avari Ridgway

    Director of Marketing

    Avari Ridgway is the Marketing Director at Stack Asset Group, where she leads brand development, investor outreach, and digital strategy. With a Bachelor’s in Marketing and an MBA, Avari combines academic insight with real-world execution, drawing from her background as a former collegiate athlete to bring energy and focus to everything she does. Her work has helped streamline investor communications, build scalable lead funnels, and position Stack as a standout in the investment space.

  • Devon Padilla

    Devon Padilla

    Asset Manager

    Devon Padilla is the Asset Manager at Stack Asset Group, overseeing operations and performance across the firm's growing portfolio. A recent graduate of Oregon State University, Devon brings fresh energy and sharp analytical skills to the team. With experience in university fundraising and donor relations, he understands the importance of communication, transparency, and relationship-building—skills he now applies to managing capital improvements, tracking project milestones, and supporting acquisition due diligence. Devon plays a key role in ensuring Stack’s projects stay on budget, on track, and aligned with investor goals.

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