Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. announced the promotion of two executives. Max Jenkins has been promoted to EVP, Head of Investments. AJ Peil, CFA has been promoted to EVP, Head of Asset Management.

Mr. Jenkins joined the Company in 2018 and has served as Head of Investments since April 2021. During his tenure as Head of Investments, Mr. Jenkins has overseen a team of investment professionals supporting the Company?s growth plans, managing the sourcing and closing of transactions in excess of $2.5 billion. Prior to joining EPRT, Mr. Jenkins served in the Army as an Infantry Officer and Captain with the 75thRanger Regiment where he deployed in support of Operation Freedom?s Sentinel.

Mr. Peil joined the Company in 2017 and has served as Head of Asset Management since that time. As Head of Asset Management, Mr. Peil has overseen several vital functions for the Company, including credit underwriting, asset management, and servicing. Prior to joining EPRT, Mr. Peil served as the SVP and Head of Credit for Spirit Realty Capital, a publicly-traded net lease REIT.

Mr. Peil also worked within the investment division of Spirit Realty.