ELIZABETH CASWELL DYER

OWNER & CEO

Before forming Sopra Communities, Elizabeth managed a large portfolio of associations. Prior to that, she managed several historic reconstructions in downtown Denver and was subsequently promoted to a corporate level as an analyst, where she worked on acquisitions and financial reporting for owners and investors. 

Elizabeth’s accolades include the first recipient of the John Parr Leadership Award for Leadership Skills and Community Service as a member of the Downtown Denver Partnership’s Leadership Program, member of the Downtown Denver Partnership’s LiveDowntownDenver Committee, the LoDoNA Women’s Series Steering Committee, BOMA’s Government Affairs Committee, Treasurer of the Lower Downtown District Board, her own Homeowner’s Association as its Treasurer, Chairwoman of Opera Colorado, and currently as a Commissioner on Denver’s Landmark Preservation Committee.  

Elizabeth Caswell Dyer holds a Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations from the University of St. Thomas and a Master’s Degree in Music from the University of Miami.

MATTHEW DYER

CVO

Matthew is originally from Galveston, TX, and graduated from the University of Houston with a Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality Management, where he graduated with honors. He transferred to Denver with a major hotel chain to experience the splendor and grandeur of Colorado.

Matthew managed large portfolios of products for major spirits suppliers and left the restaurant industry as a general manager. His accolades include Sales Team of the Year and Brand Champion, and he served in the Sales Leadership Program before departing to join Sopra Communities. His thirteen years in the adult beverage industry allowed him to travel domestically and internationally, where he developed a great passion for learning about new cultures and making new acquaintances.

Matthew’s combined 30+ years of experience in the hospitality and sales fields provide him with a vast knowledge of budget planning, marketing, vendor management, and customer service. In his downtime, Matt is known to enjoy a round of golf or two and works to restore his Denver home, built in 1905.

ROBIN BUSH

CFO & DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES

Robin Bush has been a practicing accountant for 30 years, specializing in property management since 2001. Her background includes multi-family, HOA, commercial, and affordable housing, starting in the role of Senior Accountant and progressing to Controller in 2008. She began her property management career with Archstone-Smith, a Colorado-based REIT. Her most recent experience was 7 years in the Affordable Housing property management sector, overseeing the accounting of 42 properties, totaling 1381 units with People’s Self-Help Housing in San Luis Obispo, CA.

Robin’s duties included financial reporting, budgeting, cash management, reserve oversight, investor, lender, and government reporting, as well as compliance and financial systems administration.

Robin is a graduate of Christian Brothers University, holding a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a major in Accounting and Business Management, and passed the CPA exam in 2009. Robin volunteers for the Great Pyrenees Rescue.

MICHAEL LACOUNT

CXO & DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING

Michael LaCount holds a Bachelor’s Degree in History with a Minor in Economics from Metropolitan State College of Denver.  Michael began his career as a Building Engineer at the Lockheed Martin facility in Deer Creek, and later became a Chief Engineer for Cushman and Wakefield and St. Charles Town Company.

Mike has worked in over 100 buildings in the Denver area, including multiple historic buildings. He is familiar with HVAC controls and building management systems, such as Allerton, Inet, Honeywell, Siemens, Essco Controls, Jace Controls, and Richards Zeta Systems. Mike has supervised construction and restoration projects as well as building start-ups and construction reviews. Michael has his Refrigeration Operator’s License and a CFC certification. He has also worked on steam systems, boilers, and heat pump systems.

Michael was a volunteer for the Boy Scouts of America, serving as a den leader.  Michael is also an active fundraiser and parishioner at his congregation.