Sallee elevates leadership team, promotes Spencer Yohn to Chief Operating Officer

Sallee, a Kansas City-based real estate development company specializing in build-for-rent residential communities, announced the promotion of Spencer Yohn to Chief Operating Officer. Yohn previously served as Vice President of Operations and brings more than 15 years of residential construction experience to his new role.

Throughout his career, he has played a pivotal role in the construction of more than 3,000 homes across the Kansas City metro area, consistently elevating processes while optimizing operational efficiency and cost performance. Originally from Overland Park, Kansas, Yohn is a graduate of Pittsburg State University, where he earned a degree in Construction Management.

Since joining Sallee, Yohn has overseen all phases of operations from site selection and due diligence to financial evaluation, product selection, and vertical construction. He oversees and partners with our third-party property management team to ensure operational excellence and portfolio performance.

“Spencer has been instrumental in strengthening our operational platform and driving growth across our portfolio,” said Tyler Sallee, CEO and Owner of Sallee. “His leadership, industry knowledge, and commitment to quality make him exceptionally well-suited to serve as Chief Operating Officer as we continue expanding our footprint.”

As COO, Yohn will continue overseeing development, construction, and property management operations across Sallee Development’s growing portfolio throughout the Midwest. His promotion reflects the company’s continued expansion and commitment to operational excellence as it delivers high-quality residential communities across its markets.

“I’m honored to step into the role of Chief Operating Officer,” said Yohn. “Sallee has built a strong reputation in Kansas City, and I look forward to continuing to support our team as we deliver exceptional communities.”

Founded in 1989, Sallee is a full-service real estate development company focused on single-family and multifamily build-for-rent communities, along with a commercial investment portfolio of industrial and flex-use properties. The company currently operates across nine states throughout the Midwest.

For more information or to set up interviews, please contact Brooke Cox, Director of Marketing & Public Relations, at brooke@salleedevelopment.com or (816) 661-9086.