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Stuart Denyer is co-founder and CEO of New Western, an innovative marketplace with the largest private source of residential investment properties in the nation.

Denyer has changed the way residential investment properties are bought and sold. Launching New Western fifteen years ago at the height of the 2008 housing crisis, Stuart and his team leveraged data to help identify investment opportunities and transform a typical transaction that took weeks to close into a matter of minutes. Today, he’s running a premier platform for over 150,000 investors in need of fix-and-flip and fix-and-rent residential investment properties in the U.S., launching new finance offerings for investors and lenders, actively expanding into new markets across the country, and building an enviable internal culture that continues to grow.

Denyer holds a bachelor’s degree in business and management studies from St. Mary’s University in London and is a licensed mortgage and real estate broker.

One who is never afraid of a challenge and the need to think innovatively, Kurt Carlton is a solution-oriented leader who operates with a refreshing, candid perspective. He welcomes accountability and embodies the Warrior Spirit that is the crux of the New Western culture.

As the co-founder and President of New Western, Carlton oversees the New Western portfolio of companies, including New Western, HomeGo and Sherman Bridge Lending. Along with the CEO, he establishes and oversees the short and long-term goals, planning efforts and overall strategies for all aspects of the businesses.

Prior to founding New Western, Carlton worked with the Ritz-Carlton on a Fractional Ownership development in the U.S. Virgin Islands. He is also a real estate and mortgage broker in multiple states.

Carlton is a founding member and former president of the Kingsmen, an organization associated with Christ the King Catholic School and Church in Dallas, Texas. Previously, he served on the board of Alley’s House (now part of Hope Cottage), which helps pregnant and parenting young mothers achieve academic, workplace, personal and child-rearing success. Carlton also enjoys spending time in the wilderness with his three young boys, reading, as well as constantly learning and growing both personally and professionally.

For more than 20 years, Paul Hess has led his teams in guiding the financial, legal, and compliance framework for complex entities. He is an expert in establishing best practices for developing infrastructure necessary to execute successful business strategies. 

In his role as Chief Legal Officer for New Western, Hess manages all aspects of accounting, business strategy, compliance, finance, human resources, operations, and legal matters for New Western and its portfolio of companies.

Prior to joining New Western in 2014, he was the controller and legal counsel for Q Investments, where he analyzed financial information, created guidelines and procedures, maintained accounting records, and prepared GAAP financial statements for more than 60 entities within a complex multi-billion-dollar hedge fund structure encompassing a private bank, holding companies in both foreign and domestic jurisdictions, and foundations. He also served as an accountant at Whitley Penn, where he was responsible for tax return preparation and audits. 

Hess received his Juris Doctor degree from Texas A&M University School of Law, a master’s degree in accounting from The University of Texas at Arlington and a bachelor of business administration from Texas A&M University. In addition to having a State Bar of Texas license to practice law, he is also a certified public accountant. 

Outside of the office, Hess places the utmost importance on caring for his family. He spends his time with his wife, Jessica whom he married in 2004, and his two daughters, Genevieve and Allana. The family enjoys traveling to Disney World and the Caribbean frequently, as well as playing with their family dogs.

Darren Bordeaux is a senior business and technology executive with more than 30 years of experience and a proven record of delivering business value through technology solutions and process improvements. He is passionate about the power of technology, process and constantly improving the customer experience.

Bordeaux is Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of New Western. He is responsible for all aspects of technology including product management, innovation, development and operations. 

Prior to joining New Western, he was the CTO at Invitation Homes (NYSE:INVH) where he led a technology transformation enabling continued business growth and the successful IPO.  Prior to his experience at Invitation Homes, Darren was the Chief Information Officer with HCP, Inc. (now Healthpeak Properties, NYSE:PEAK). Bordeaux has broad and deep experience in technology, mergers & acquisitions, and public offerings in the REIT, real estate and private equity industries, including the Blackstone Group, Fortress Investment Group, Westfield Group, and Uniti.

Bordeaux earned a bachelor of science and a masters of science degrees in computer science from South Dakota School of Mines and Technology. He has also been featured in numerous articles and magazines over his career. 

In his spare time, he enjoys mentoring young professionals on personal finance, investing and career development, as well as guiding individuals in their overall health journeys with a focus on diet, nutrition and exercise.

Amy Rosellini, Ph.D. is passionate about building strong company networks that connect people through culture and opportunity. She believes the best way to build customer and employee loyalty is through two-way trust and collaboration. 

As the Chief People Officer of New Western, Rosellini is responsible for designing and implementing leadership development programs, succession planning and talent management to maximize the company’s growth and expansion. She also leads knowledge management, organizational development, recruiting, change management and engagement strategies. 

Previously, Rosellini served as the Chief People Officer at Park Place Dealerships, where she led organizational development, human resources, internal communications and recruiting. She was also the Director of Human Resources and Organizational Development at Texas AirSystems, where she managed company wide learning, human resources and marketing, as well as served as an executive coach to senior leaders. She began her career in retail learning the power of customer service and company culture at Nordstrom and The Container Store. 

She holds a PhD in information science and a master’s degree in integrated communications from the University of North Texas, and  a bachelor of science degree from Texas A&M University. 

Outside the office, Rosellini volunteers with Junior League, City of Dallas and Dallas ISD. She also enjoys improvisational comedy and mentoring future leaders through BT Foundry and The HRLX.

Kuba Poraj-Kuczewski joins New Western as the Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) bringing more than two decades of experience in customer acquisition & engagement and marketing communication strategy. In his role, Kuba is responsible for leading all marketing efforts for the company and overseeing the marketing team. 

A seasoned marketing leader, Kuba’s expertise includes scaling marketing programs and developing talent within high-growth companies. He has a keen understanding of brand awareness, product marketing and performance marketing and has a proven track record of success in growing industry-leading online products, campaigns and brands from launch to exit. Kuba believes in the importance of data-driven decisions, teamwork and is passionate about building high-performing teams to drive customer awareness, demand and retention.  

Prior to joining New Western, Kuba has led marketing at high-growth tech companies from early-stage to industry leaders, including ClickBank, QuoteWizard, Redfin and Education Dynamics. 

Kuba graduated from Seattle University with a degree in Marketing and International Business, where he serves on the Alumni Board.

Jeffrey Tusa joins New Western as the Chief Financial Officer bringing over two decades of deep experience in delivering transformational change to small and large enterprises. A results-oriented finance executive, Jeff’s approach to leadership puts the emphasis on relationships and work ethic.

Prior to joining New Western, Jeff served in senior treasury and corporate development roles for a pair of Dallas Fort Worth-based public companies. Previously, he served as Chief Financial Officer of Rhythm Superfoods, a portfolio company of General Mills and Whole Foods. He began his career with PwC, and then worked in Stephens Inc.’s investment banking group and private equity for Hunt Private Equity Group.

Jeff earned his B.S. from Boston College and an MBA from The University of Texas at Austin McCombs School of Business. He also serves in various for-profit and nonprofit board positions.

As the Chief Financial Officer at New Western, Jeff is responsible for all aspects of the company’s financials.