Team
Since starting in the real estate business in 1979, Mr. Marek has built a track record of success as an investor, developer, broker, lender, and manager of commercial real estate. Mr. Marek has participated in well over $1 billion dollars worth of real estate and finance transactions. Additionally, Mr. Marek has been actively involved in numerous real estate investment and development projects as an owner and managing partner.
Mr. Marek is a member of the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC), Urban Land Institute (ULI), California Mortgage Association (CMA), and Rainmaker U. His charitable affiliations include the California Heart Center Foundation, Maryvale, Catholic Big Brothers, and his alma mater Crespi High School, where he previously served on the Board of Directors. Mr. Marek resides in Westlake Village with his two children. Mr. Marek has an undergraduate degree from California State University, Northridge, and a graduate degree from the University of Virginia.
Darren Hill
Managing Partner
P: 310-561-0851
E: darren@Marhilus.com
Darren Hill is a Principal of Marhilus Ventures responsible for sourcing, underwriting, documenting, and closing and managing transactions. Mr. Hill has been in real estate for 25 years and has executed investment strategies ranging from institutional funds to private syndications. Prior to Marhilus, Mr. Hill has spent 7 years at Capital Real Estate Advisors identifying and executing real estate investment projects for the company and key clients. Mr. Hill also spent 12 years in institutional real estate for CBRE Investors, American Realty Advisors and PriceWaterhouseCooper, where he worked on over $5 billion in real estate transactions across the United States.
Darren received his Bachelor of Science degree in real estate from Arizona State University in 1996 and his Master of Business Administration from the University of Phoenix in 1999.
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Mr. Oertli began his career in the commercial real estate industry in 2016, running acquisitions for a private real estate investment firm in both the residential and commercial real estate industry. As Partner for Marhilus Ventures, Mr. Oertli concentrates his efforts on the acquisitions of new opportunities across various sectors in the commercial real estate industry. His team has over 50 years of combined experience in real estate investment and finance, and has completed well over a billion dollars in real estate transactions.
Mr. Oertli is a member of the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC), Urban Land Institute (ULI), and Rainmaker U. He received his Bachelors of Science degree from California Lutheran University, where he played on the Men’s NCAA Volleyball team. Mr. Oertli resides in Westlake Village, California with his wife and dog.
Cole Couch entered the finance industry in 2020, specializing in alternative assets at a wealth management firm. With a focus on capital markets, he became adept at facilitating capital calls. At Marhilus Ventures, Cole serves as an analyst, contributing to acquisitions and business development. The team boasts over a century of combined experience in real estate investment and finance, with transactions surpassing a billion dollars. Cole is a member of the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) and holds a Bachelor of Science degree from California Lutheran University. Based in Westlake Village, California, Cole brings expertise and dedication to his role, driving the firm’s growth and success.
