Meet the EBS Team

John McGeehan

President of Operations

John McGeehan leads EBS's tax credit efforts. He graduated from the University of Delaware and earned a Master's Degree from the University of Michigan. After 20 years as an engineer and project manager in the automotive industry, John transferred those skills to Community Development. He now has 17 years of experience delivering funding for services and affordable housing in predominantly low-income communities across the country. John has secured over $500 million of tax credit allocation and has obtained awards totaling over $85 million through all eleven Federal Home Loan Banks' Affordable Housing Programs.

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Maggie Assink

VP Structured Finance
Principal at MAST Development

Maggie provides clients with services directly through MAST Development, and also through EBS. She leads the collection of community impact data, cost documentation, and other required material, and brings an acute attention to detail as she manages task checklists and budget fluctuations through the closing process. Post-closing, Maggie guides clients through disbursing NMTC funds and completing annual reporting. Her previous experience includes grant writing, executive assistant duties, and coordinating media partnerships and corporate sponsorships. Maggie has a bachelor's degree in Political Science from the University of Michigan.

Steve Dykstra

Principal at Advantage Development Solutions

Steve delivers project management and owner's representative services through Advantage Development Solutions, and also provides his unique skillset through EBS. Steve has 40 years of experience that customers can leverage to help meet the cost, timing, and quality expectations of their projects. His background includes program management, engineering, acquisition, finance, and team leadership roles in the automotive, testing, development, and construction industries. He has provided leadership and coordination during the planning, financing, design, and construction phases of many projects. Steve has an Engineering degree from General Motors Institute and ongoing experience as a board member for multiple organizations.

Stephanie Voogt

AVP Structured Finance

Stephanie is an Assistant Vice President for EBS in addition to providing consulting services directly through SRV Strategies, LLC. She serves as a bridge between financial institutions and clients navigating complex financing processes through leading Affordable Housing Program forgivable loan applications, developing intake materials for clients seeking NMTC financing, and supporting transactions through closings. Post-closing, she guides clients through loan draws and ongoing compliance requirements. With over seven years of commercial banking experience, she brings a strong foundation in commercial credit analysis, small business lending, and portfolio management, along with experience supporting nonprofit organizations and community development initiatives. Stephanie earned a bachelor's degree in Finance and Spanish from Calvin University.

Christy McGeehan

Director of Logistics and Philanthropy

Christy assists the EBS team with responsibilities including accounts payable, benefits, travel coordination, charitable giving, and relationships. She guides decisions regarding company direction and project selection, and leads a separate investment company that finances nonprofit facilities. Christy attended Calvin University and holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Delaware. She began her career in Detroit as a licensed foster care social worker before focusing her efforts on raising her four children. She now especially enjoys spending time with her grandchildren. Christy has a passion for serving in women's ministry in the local church and for supporting program growth of local nonprofits.