Key Staff Members



President and CEO
Robert H. Leslie

Bob Leslie, Lexstar’s founder, is a visionary whose success as a developer and entrepreneur is legendary. He surrounds himself with a staff of highly qualified, energetic, dedicated people who are committed to getting the job done on time, on budget and without surprises. Bob believes that a group of talented individuals working together as a team can accomplish extraordinary results.

In his native Manitoba, Canada, Bob honed his expertise in the real estate construction industry. He purchased and built the first Ramada in Canada. Since moving to Fargo in 1994, he has expanded his construction and development company, building numerous commercial landmarks, including the Ramada Plaza & Suites, the Multiband Tower and the Staybridge Suites.

Direct Phone: 701-281-7121
E-mail: rhleslie@lexstardevelopment.com
Chief Operating Officer
Norman Leslie

Norm Leslie specializes in capitalizing on new opportunities to create phenomenal company growth. He is a regional leader in development, construction and leasing hotels, commercial buildings and retail centers. Norm’s role at Lexstar is focused on relationships with banks, investors and clients, product and project development and managing the equity/finance process.

Norm and his father, Robert H. Leslie, share the Leslie family philosophy of “delivering legendary service.”

Direct Phone: 701-281-7122
E-mail: nhleslie@RamadaFargo.com

Kyle is responsible for Lexstar operations, Lexstar sales, construction and overall profitability of the company.  He networks with Realtors, suppliers, banks, architects and other members of the community to build solid relationships with them as well as to benefit our customers.  He is in charge of all time lines and identifies issues in advance so that time lines can be maintained.  He also ensures that control systems are handled with discipline to ensure cost controls.

 

Kyle graduated from North Dakota State College of Science.  He has 34 years of management experience.  

 

 
Controller
Arleen McKay
 
Arleen McKay, a Certified Public Accountant, is responsible for the day-to-day overall financial operation of the company and its related entities, including preparing and analyzing financial statements, developing and monitoring budgets, and overseeing accounts receivable and accounts payable. 

 

Arleen holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from North Dakota State University.  She was previously employed by KBW Associates, Freedom Resources and United Way. 
 
Phone: 701-492-6123
E-mail: Amckay@lexstardevelopment.com
Construction and Sales Service Manager
Jeff Ramberg
 
Jeff Ramberg is responsible for obtaining construction and service contracts as well as for assisting the Lexstar Construction and Design Team with estimating, value engineering and bid review.

 

Jeff's background includes more than 25 years of construction management experience.   
Direct Phone: 701-356-7072
E-mail: Jramberg@lexstardevelopment.com
Director of Sales / Property Coordinator
Kelly Parrett
 
Kelly is responsible for sales and marketing related to the numerous development projects led by Lexstar.  He also markets the retail and office facilities managed by Lexstar, including WestPointe Centre and the Multiband Tower in Fargo and the Eckroth Plaza in Bismarck
 
Kelly was previously employed with Prudential LRES Realty.
 
Direct Phone: 701-356-7073
E-mail: Kparrett@lexstardevelopment.com
Executive Assistant / Project Coordinator
Lisa Rudnick

Lisa Rudnick has over 15 years of administrative experience.  She is responsible for completing a variety of duties for all aspects of Lexstar as well communicating up-to-date information regarding construction projects.   Lisa coordinates a wide range of projects and events, including ground-breaking ceremonies and ribbon cutting events.  She is also responsible for providing direct support to Robert H. Leslie, President/CEO of Lexstar as well as supervising overall administrative operations.  She coordinates the production of marketing materials, including web site development and maintenance.  Lisa is known for improving efficiency and accuracy by utilizing a variety of software applications. 
 
Lisa was previously employed with CBF Group and MeritCare Health System.
 
Direct Phone: 701-281-7132
Sales and Development
Kevin Schwark
 
Kevin is responsible for marketing the retail and office facilities managed by Lexstar, including WestPointe Centre, the Multiband Tower in Fargo and the Eckroth Plaza in Bismarck.  He also represents Lexstar as the exclusive provider of steel buildings manufactured by Rigid Building Systems.  
 
Kevin graduated from the North Dakota State College of Science.  He has 22 years of sales experience in the construction and financial industries, including the design and estimating of both residential and commercial projects.
 
Direct Phone: 701-356-7074
E-mail: Kschwark@lexstardevelopment.com
Leah Dorhrmann
Administrative/Accounting Assistant
 
Leah Dohrmann is the newest addition to the Lexstar team.   She is responsible for fulfilling a wide range of administrative duties that are critical to the efficient and effective operation of Lexstar.  Leah provides support to all members of the Lexstar staff.  She recently graduated from Dickinson State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and a minor in Marketing. 

 

Leah was previously employed with Mackoff Kellogg Law Firm in Dickinson, ND