Jim Hazzard, Co-Founder
Jim brings extensive expertise in long-term care real estate to his role as Co-Founder at JCH. With a career dedicated to maximizing property value, Jim specializes in leveraging his deep understanding of facility operations and effective marketing strategies.
He has facilitated over $2 billion in senior healthcare property sales and has been instrumental in closing significant transactions within the industry. Jim’s comprehensive knowledge enables him to uncover hidden value and optimize investments for clients in the senior housing and assisted living sectors.
Jim’s commitment to excellence and industry leadership underscores his contribution to JCH’s reputation for delivering exceptional results in senior housing and assisted living real estate.
Jim holds a BA in Communications Outside of his professional endeavors, Jim enjoys trap shooting and cherishes spending quality time with his two daughters and grandsons.
Jennifer Contreras, Senior Vice President
Jennifer Contreras brings a distinguished career across multiple industries, marked by her military service as an Intelligence Analyst, making her an invaluable asset to the JCH team. Her experience includes significant roles in the skilled nursing sector as Controller and CFO, where she honed her skills in financial management and strategic leadership. Jennifer also holds a Nursing Home Administrator’s license, further enhancing her operational expertise.
Jennifer holds a BS in Accounting as well as an MBA. She has demonstrated a strong commitment to the healthcare sector through her involvement in various roles with the California Association of Healthcare Facilities.
At JCH, Jennifer leverages her extensive expertise to empower clients in achieving their senior housing investment goals with strategic guidance and insight.