Emily Doerr, Director

"I am so thankful and honored to lead the State Land Bank Authority team, whose dedicated staff keep serving Michigan residents. We enjoyed the recent Michigan Association of Land Banks Annual Summit in Detroit, where we were all able to be grateful for Lafayette Coney Island after a full day of learning and networking! I hope you enjoy this peek into the heart of the State Land Bank, its staff."

Adam Robach, Property Analyst/Legal Assistant

"I am thankful for having many things to be thankful for. I am extremely thankful for having a loving family, it is something that I always try to remember when I’m feeling down. Whether we are at the lake in beautiful northern Michigan, to crazy family gatherings, or just cozying up on the couch with my wife and boys for movie night. I am continually thankful for feeling so lucky. I’m also thankful for being able to wear warm-up pants to work most days, because not everything I’m thankful for needs to be so meaningful!"

Ryan McNeil, GIS/Data Analyst

"First and foremost, I am grateful for family, friends, good health and all the blessings they bring. I am also thankful to be working in service to the State of Michigan and its wonderful people (including Olympic gold medalist Nick Baumgartner). It is an honor and a privilege to be part of a supportive team whose diligent efforts on behalf of the State of Michigan inspire me every day."

Brian Woodin, Property Analyst/Drone Pilot

"I am thankful for the family and friends that travel with us as we journey through this life."

Linda Horak, Property Analyst/Finance Manager

"I am thankful for my children who give me strength to take on new adventures and try new things. They are always supportive of my job, my volunteer work and our family. I am also thankful for my co-workers who have become my extended family and I cherish each one for their uniqueness and what they bring to our group."

Jennifer Quinlivan, Property Analyst/Disposition & Development

"Every year spent healthy and happy with our loved ones is something to be thankful for. Every day, I am thankful for moments full of exciting opportunities, memories and adventures with my two boys and partner. Every day that I can wake up to see the beauty around me and the smiles of my beautiful family is a blessing. Every year, I am grateful and thankful for the smart, fun and dedicated team I get to work with every day at the State Land Bank Authority. I am so proud of the hard work we do to create equity and promote responsible land use practices for our state."

Jim Tischler, Development Director

"We’re thankful for family, friends, colleagues and the outdoors. Oh, and the props, too 😉."

Jeff Huntington, Property Manager

“I am thankful to work with such a kind, intelligent and passionate group of people! The time and thought they put into all the work they do is not always seen by all of the people they help, but I see it everyday and appreciate being a part of this wonderful team.”