Teams

Fueling our people and communities.

eCos investments are now centered on the commercial real estate, service and sports sectors and supported by a centralized leadership team focused on finance, human and capital resources, marketing and business development.

Jonathan Ehrenfeld

Tradesman. Pioneer. Entrepreneur.

In elementary school, Jonathan was selling soda to his peers. At 19, he became a self-taught electrician, then carpenter. One could say he’s often chosen the road less traveled, taking risks and diving into opportunities that few others would have pursued, industries few were willing to touch. He’s always on the lookout for “great bones” and asking himself the same question:
What will it take to build value here?
With a focus on growing impact and achieving success in less chartered industries, he’s been willing to face rejection, and loss. He’s put his neck on the line for his investments, his principles and his people. Assessing risk, taking faith in the reward, he leads his companies with a confidence and willingness to trust his teams and try new things.

With a mentor approach to problem solving and business development, respect for team governance and autonomous management, Jonathan’s leadership is the undercurrent to success for the eCos system.

Mary Chawn

Accounting Manager

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Mary is a passionate, creative, supportive, flexible, and dependable team member. She always looks for ways to help the team be more effective, starting with the development and maintenance of proper accounting principles, procedures that ensure accurate financial reporting, and critical analysis that all guide our businesses in being fiscally responsible and efficient. Mary has an extensive background as a senior finance professional with a demonstrated loyalty to the people and companies she supports. She carries a Bachelor of Science, Management and Marketing, with a Minor in Accounting from PSU.

Elaine Cohen

Executive Assistant

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Elaine is the starter engine behind much of the Ehrenfeld Companies launch activities; supporting the set-up of infrastructures from HR to IT and space allocation. Elaine is a keen juggler with organizational priorities, and will always jump in for an assist. Having been with Jonathan and his teams since early 2018, Elaine is super attuned to keeping harmony in planning, scheduling and problem solving for a diverse set of personalities and industries.

Phran Edelman

Director of AWE Fund and Sports Portfolio

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Phran is a rare “left and right brain thinker”; not only is she objective and analytical, but also creative and intuitive. She has a background in film production and more than twenty years in non-profit management. With decades of experience in project and people management, Phran has lead the eCos in developing a sport portfolio including Triangle Swim School in Raleigh, NC, and SPIRE FC soccer club in Cleveland, OH, while overseeing various special projects at SPIRE, our international athletic academy and competition center in Geneva, OH. With a belief that women are capable of anything, Phran is now focused on cultivating the eCos AWE (Accelerated Woman Entrepreneur) Fund to provide growth capital for women-owned businesses.

Katie Hollis

Marketing and Research Assistant

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Katie brings strong experience in marketing and event production. Her background in VIP productions gives her a wonderful professional and cultural sensitivity that enables her to build close working relationships with her team members and our investment partners. In her role as a J1 Trainee, Katie is supporting the marketing, research and special projects of the entire eCos portfolio.

Rachel Jobes

Director of Human Resources

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Rachel is dedicated to delivering an exceptional experience for all employees eCos. She has oversight of compensation and benefits, HR operations, and employee relations. She is a leader in shaping and driving the eCos culture strategy, including leadership succession, learning and talent, diversity and inclusion, workforce planning, and total rewards. Her resume in Human Resources leadership roles is extensive, along with a Bachelor of Science degree in legal studies.

Susana Navarro

Director of MX Operations and Human Resources

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Susana has a diverse background in HR and business management, working with global and local companies. She has managed HR strategy and processes across Mexico and LATAM, leading both remote and on-site teams as well as many corporate initiatives. In her current role as Director of HR and Operations at eCosMX, she plays a pivotal role in shaping the nearshoring team’s structure and culture by developing and implementing strategies that support eCos’ mission.

Juliya Sheynman

Chief Experience Officer

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Juliya is dedicated to mission, vision and values. She is hyper-focused on building meaningful relationships, strong teams, and culture, with the resources to help our people and companies thrive. She comes to eCos with years of experience in non-profit marketing, management, and development. With her strong eye for detail and customer focus, she is a high-functioning seasoned leader. Juliya’s efforts are focused on strengthening the eCos stakeholder experience. Juliya leads efforts in: Inter-company connection and communication • Brand and marketing design and implementation • Fundraising and Investor relations • Community engagement and charitable giving • Team development Juliya is also heavily involved in strategy and leadership for the eCos team and portfolio companies, creation of process and protocol, integration, and business development.

Bill Unger

Director of Special Properties

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Having decades of experience in process engineering, lean process improvement, facilities management and business growth and development, Bill's operational excellence allows him to excel in his role visioning and managing unique properties and projects. He excels in building community connections and partnerships, from rentals to civil support. Bill is a leader who is driven by his empathy for others, positive work ethic and a strong sense of optimism in every situation.

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