Cassandra Francis

President at

Boca Enterprises, Inc.

60 year

83 connections

Finance

Commercial Services

Consumer Services

Profile

Cassandra J.
Francis is currently Director at the University of Illinois, Member at the American Institute of Certified Planners, President at Boca Enterprises, Inc., and President at Global Properties, Inc. Former positions include President & Chief Executive Officer at Friends of the Parks (Illinois), Executive Director at Clayco, Inc. from 2010 to 2011, Director at BankFinancial, NA, Independent Director at BankFinancial Corp.
from 2006 to 2026, Director-Olympic Village Development at Chicago 2016 Committee, Member-Governors Board at Lambda Alpha International, Senior Vice President at U.S.
Equities Development LLC from 1995 to 2008, Chief Real Estate Development Officer at Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District, Member at The Counselors of Real Estate, and Chief Real Estate Development Officer at The South Shore Line.

Cassandra Francis active positions

Companies	Position	Start
American Institute of Certified Planners American Institute of Certified Planners Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Offers preeminent certification process for planning professionals	Corporate Officer/Principal	-
University of Illinois University of Illinois Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University	Director/Board Member	-
Boca Enterprises, Inc. Boca Enterprises, Inc. Finance/Rental/LeasingFinance Boca Enterprises, Inc. is a private company based in Hagerhill, KY.	President	-
Global Properties, Inc. Global Properties, Inc. Part of MetLife, Inc., Global Properties, Inc. is a real estate company that specializes in working with buyers and sellers of real property. The company, led by Ken Edra, offers services for both buyers. The company is based in Dover, DE.	President	-

All active positions of Cassandra Francis

Former positions of Cassandra Francis

Companies	Position	End
BANKFINANCIAL CORPORATION	Director/Board Member	31/12/2025
Clayco, Inc. Clayco, Inc. Real Estate DevelopmentFinance Operates as real estate, architecture, engineering, design-build and construction firm	Director/Board Member	31/03/2011
U.S. Equities Development LLC U.S. Equities Development LLC Real Estate DevelopmentFinance U.S. Equities Development LLC, operating as US Equities Realty, is represented by Strategic Real Estate Advisors (SREA), an independent real estate consulting firm that specializes in residential land development and homebuilding. The private company is based in Chicago, IL. SREA’s portfolio includes residential units, master-planned communities, commercial developments, hotels, golf courses, and recreational facilities. The company emphasizes a hands-on, data-driven approach with thorough due diligence and focuses on strategic planning, innovative design, and operational excellence. The company provides comprehensive services to landowners, investors, developers, homebuilders, and lenders, including market feasibility research, product development, due diligence, acquisition and disposition, land planning and entitlement, amenity program strategies, marketing and sales programs, lot rollout and builder programs, development and project management, strategic business planning, investment and financial analysis, capital placement, and operations management.	Corporate Officer/Principal	31/12/2007
BankFinancial, NA BankFinancial, NA Major BanksFinance Operates as a nationally chartered commercial bank	Director/Board Member	-
Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District General GovernmentGovernment Provides transportation services	Corporate Officer/Principal	-

See the detail of Cassandra Francis's experience

Experiences
Positions held

Active

Inactive

Listed companies

Private companies

See the detail of Cassandra Francis's experience

Connections

1st degree connections

1st degree companies

Male

Female

Members of the board

Executives

See the personal network

Linked companies

Private companies	14
Clayco, Inc. Clayco, Inc. Real Estate DevelopmentFinance Operates as real estate, architecture, engineering, design-build and construction firm	Finance
BankFinancial Corp. BankFinancial Corp. Regional BanksFinance Operates as a bank holding company through its subsidiaries provides commercial banking services	Finance
University of Illinois University of Illinois Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University	Consumer Services
Lambda Alpha International Lambda Alpha International The private company is based in St. Paul, MN. The organization has over 2,000 members worldwide, including architects, planners, developers, government officials, academics, and other professionals. It promotes knowledge sharing, ethical standards, public service, and professional development through a network of local chapters. Membership is by invitation and requires significant professional experience and contributions to land economics. The organization offers networking opportunities, events, access to an online member directory, and a platform for thought leadership through its newsletter. It supports research and education via its affiliated nonprofit, the Land Economics Foundation, which funds grants and projects in land economics and real estate. Lambda Alpha International is an honorary professional society founded in 1930 at Northwestern University, dedicated to advancing the field of land economics and land use.
BankFinancial, NA BankFinancial, NA Major BanksFinance Operates as a nationally chartered commercial bank	Finance
U.S. Equities Development LLC U.S. Equities Development LLC Real Estate DevelopmentFinance U.S. Equities Development LLC, operating as US Equities Realty, is represented by Strategic Real Estate Advisors (SREA), an independent real estate consulting firm that specializes in residential land development and homebuilding. The private company is based in Chicago, IL. SREA’s portfolio includes residential units, master-planned communities, commercial developments, hotels, golf courses, and recreational facilities. The company emphasizes a hands-on, data-driven approach with thorough due diligence and focuses on strategic planning, innovative design, and operational excellence. The company provides comprehensive services to landowners, investors, developers, homebuilders, and lenders, including market feasibility research, product development, due diligence, acquisition and disposition, land planning and entitlement, amenity program strategies, marketing and sales programs, lot rollout and builder programs, development and project management, strategic business planning, investment and financial analysis, capital placement, and operations management.	Finance
American Institute of Certified Planners American Institute of Certified Planners Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Offers preeminent certification process for planning professionals	Commercial Services
Chicago 2016 Committee Chicago 2016 Committee Chicago 2016 Committee is a non-profit company based in Chicago, IL.
Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District General GovernmentGovernment Provides transportation services	Government
The Counselors of Real Estate The Counselors of Real Estate Real Estate DevelopmentFinance Provides real estate services	Finance
Boca Enterprises, Inc. Boca Enterprises, Inc. Finance/Rental/LeasingFinance Boca Enterprises, Inc. is a private company based in Hagerhill, KY.	Finance
Friends of the Parks (Illinois) Friends of the Parks (Illinois) Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The non-profit company is based in Chicago, IL. The organization supports neighborhood-led park advisory councils that serve as local advocates and stewards, organizing events, fundraising, and collaborating with officials to maintain accessible parks. FOTP mobilizes volunteers through large-scale events, providing resources and coordination to revitalize parks citywide. Its initiatives emphasize health, inclusivity, safety, environmental sustainability, and community leadership. The organization has protected the lakefront from private development, secured funding for park improvements, transformed toxic sites into green spaces, and promoted environmental education. FOTP launched the "Branch Out & Grow" campaign to engage individuals, organizations, and policymakers in developing a citywide park strategy focused on growth, equity, and sustainability. Friends of the Parks (FOTP) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1975 with a mission to preserve, protect, and expand the city's parks and open spaces while ensuring equitable access for all communities.	Commercial Services
The South Shore Line The South Shore Line RailroadsTransportation Operates as a commuter rail line	Transportation
Global Properties, Inc. Global Properties, Inc. Part of MetLife, Inc., Global Properties, Inc. is a real estate company that specializes in working with buyers and sellers of real property. The company, led by Ken Edra, offers services for both buyers. The company is based in Dover, DE.