OUR TEAM
TODD QUECK
Owner/President
As a dynamic and results-oriented entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in real estate management, financing, and development, Todd successfully built and manages a diverse portfolio primarily focused on lending, equity partnerships, and single-family rental homes throughout Iowa. His leadership is defined by strategic vision, operational excellence, and a commitment to fostering growth and innovation in the financing and real estate sectors.
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MELISSA VINE, JD, MA, LMHC
VP of Business Development
Melissa's background in business ownership, nonprofit management, and mental health counseling synthesizes the needs expressed in for-profit and nonprofit spaces. She has a bachelor’s in Communication Studies, a master’s in Professional Counseling, and a juris doctorate from Drake Law School (bar exam in February). She was the WHO-13 2022 Remarkable Woman of the Year, in the 2021 class of the Des Moines Business Record's Forty Under 40, 2018 recipient of One to Watch, and the 2014 recipient of Service Business of the Year. She has spoken for the Iowa Board of Regents, FDIC, Iowa Finance Authority, Iowa Small Business Summit, Public Health Conference of Iowa, and the Business Record. ​
JESSICA QUECK
Director of Operations
After being raised in Northern Illinois and spending the last 15 years in Texas, Jessica joined the team in 2024. With a background rooted in finance, sales, education, and process management, Jessica's diverse experience equips her with a unique perspective on optimizing organizational efficiencies and maximizing performance. As Director of Operations, Jessica oversees a wide array of critical functions, ensuring seamless coordination and alignment of efforts across departments. Outside of her professional endeavors, Jessica is passionate about her family, her pets, health, and fitness.
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TRAVIS THILTGEN
Legal Assistant &
Property Manager
Travis was born in Dubuque and graduated from the University of Iowa with a bachelor's degree in Marketing. Travis moved to Des Moines and joined the Queck Capital team in August 2021. In his current role, Travis assists with legal work and manages Queck Capital's rental properties. He provides property evaluation and acquisition support, as well as renovation work as needed. ​
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CADEN QUECK
Sales Representative &
Property Manager
Caden was raised in Texas and played college baseball for Texas A & M while majoring in Communications. After learning about business through his Uncle Todd, Caden decided to move to Iowa in 2023 and work with him on property evaluation and sales. He also assists with general construction and property management.
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CONSTRUCTION TEAM
Casey Knapp
Construction/Renovation Lead
Casey has decades of experience in construction, renovation, and framing. He leads all of our renovation projects and works hard to make sure we have beautiful houses for our tenants.
Terry Rivera
Construction/Renovation
Terry came to the team with 20 years of experience in concrete. He ensures our projects are completed to our high standards and in a timely manner.
Quintin Berglund
Construction/Renovation
Quintin joined our team with a background in electrical work. He ensures our projects are completed to our high standards and in a timely manner.
