The integrated team at Elm Street Management has its roots in the leadership of Monarch Title, Inc. We came about at the suggestion of Monarch’s underwriter, so impressed were they with the operational efficiencies and best practices of our Operations, Finance, HR, IT and Marketing teams during a time of industry upheaval. We now offer that expertise to other companies in the real estate industry and beyond.

Meet Our Management Team   |   Meet Our Staff

Harvey W. Schiller, Ph.D.
Chairman

In addition to his Elm Street responsibilities, Dr. Schiller is Chairman of the Board for Global Options Group, a multidisciplinary international risk management and business solutions company. His previous positions included Chairman of Assante U. S., Chairman of YankeeNets, President of Turner Sports, and Executive Director of the United States Olympic Committee. Dr. Schiller attained the rank of Brigadier General, United States Air Force. He earned his Bachelor’s degree from the Citadel and Master’s and Doctorate from the University of Michigan.

Stuart Orns
Chief Executive Officer

Mr. Orns has served in executive, operational and communication roles for top companies in the printing, digital media, advertising and real estate industries. Backed by extensive knowledge of business operations and communication strategies, his entrepreneurial thinking shows in his innovative and strategic business plans. His expertise in developing operational efficiencies, business partner synergies, and creatively sourcing new business were showcased in his championing the early adoption of digital technologies, as well as in successes in growing real estate companies. Mr. Orns earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst.

Alissa Haksar
Chief Human Resources Officer

Ms. Haksar’s professional HR experience in both the non-profit and private sectors, including the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Georgetown University , Spaulding & Slye Colliers, and Monarch Title, Inc. has resulted in expertise in all aspects of HR, including recruitment, benefits administration, compensation, employee relations, training, compliance and HRIS. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Sociology from Brandeis University, a Master of Science degree in Human Resource Management from Emmanuel College, and also received a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) designation from the Society for Human Resource Management.

Erika Tucker
Vice President; General Counsel

Ms. Tucker offers Elm Street Management clients general counsel and legal expertise. In addition to her Elm Street duties, she retains her position as managing partner for Tucker and Rauner, P.C., a practice centering on real estate and settlement law. From previous work at firms including Sandground West & New; Baker and Hostetler; and King and Spalding, Ms. Tucker has experience in a variety of practice areas, including litigation, legislative matters, environmental concerns, and family law. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Government from Smith College, and her Juris Doctor from Georgetown University Law Center.

Karim Ayoub
Mr. Ayoub has served as a Software Support Specialist for Active Health Management, IT Support Trainer for Jones Lang LaSalle and IT Associate for Monarch Title. Mr. Ayoub is the Network Administrator for Elm Street Management and its clients. He supports network infrastructure and provides technical support to staff and clients. Mr. Ayoub earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Information Systems from Marymount University. 

Mellissa Haynes
Ms. Haynes has over 20 years experience in accounting and real estate development.  She is able to assist Elm Street Management’s clients in running all aspects of an accounting department. Prior to Monarch Title, she worked at Walnut Street Development for six years, where she was responsible for not only specific controller functions, but operations, as well.  She has also served as the head of the Accounts Payable Department for Sunrise Senior Living, where she focused on finance processes and project costs. She attended Northern Virginia Community College.

Mary Jo Broussard Speier, Esq.
Ms. Speier’s legal and business experience brings a balance of operational and regulatory expertise to Elm Street Management.  In 1998, Ms. Speier left a litigation practice to form and run USA Title, a nationwide title agency and settlement service company that serviced national banks and mortgage lenders.  In 2002, she was recruited by Novastar Financial, Inc. to form its wholly owned financial services division, Ampro Financial Services, Inc.  In addition to working with Elm Street, she now serves as CEO of Total Settlement Solutions, an independent title agency and settlement service company providing services nationwide through its centralized processing and vendor management business model.  Ms. Speier is a member of the Title Appraisal Vendor Management Association (TAVMA) and is also a licensed title agent in 36 states where TSS conducts direct business. Ms. Speier received her Juris Doctor in Law from American University’s Washington College of Law in Washington, D.C.  She is admitted to practice law in the States of Maryland, New York, Georgia and The District of Columbia.  

Eduardo Yus
Mr. Yus brings close to 25 years of broad-based IT experience to Elm Street Management.  His areas of expertise include physical infrastructure, networking, fault detection and correction, project planning, IT procurement and telecommunications. Mr. Yus has worked in cabling, network services and real estate companies. Before joining Elm Street Management, he was a successful IT Consultant with a variety of engagements at diverse client sites. He attended American University and a wide range of technical training courses. Mr. Yus is fully bilingual (Spanish).