The Team
"SERVANTS & STEWARDS"
Ethan Fernhaber
Founder & President
Ethan Fernhaber is a flourishing entrepreneur and founder of the three sister organizations. His multiple ventures all stem from his vision to restore hope. His 4,000+ multi-family residential units are all built around a passion for people and breaking the cycle of generational poverty and hopelessness in order to bring healing and dignity.
Tony Miller
Principal
Tony Miller brings entrepreneurial experience and strategic insight to Helix, helping the team improve processes, plan for the future, and identify opportunities for growth. With a background in electrical engineering, construction management, and business development, Tony understands both the technical and business sides of building a successful organization.
Jennifer Smith
Director of Communications
Jennifer helps Helix and sister organizations coordinate, craft and deliver their messages. With decades of experience in writing, website design, event management, marketing deliverables and communication coaching, Jennifer is thrilled to share the story of Restored Hope through Helix and the family of organizations.
Matt Marshall
President
Matt is a real estate development executive with more than 30 years of experience leading multifamily, build-to-rent, student housing, and senior housing developments across the Southeast and Midwest. His career portfolio exceeds $2.5 billion across 55 communities. Matt executes ground-up developments from planning through completion.
Cody Bledsoe
Vice President of Construction
Cody Bledsoe focuses on strategy and helps align construction projects with the overall vision. With a background in construction and military service, Cody brings a strong sense of discipline and a knack for aligning people and resources toward success. He approaches challenges with the belief that anything is possible and strives to make a positive difference wherever he goes.
Audra Surface
Construction Project Manager
Audra came to Helix after serving as a Project Manager for our sister organization, Renewing Management. In that role she oversaw several major renovation and property restoration projects involving dozens of partners and subcontractors. She's worked in multifamily construction and project management for 10 years. Previously, Audra was an elementary teacher.
Jake Rupp
Vice President of Development
Jake Rupp is a driven real estate developer and entrepreneur whose work bridges housing, community, and creativity. As Vice President of Development, he leads efforts to bring workforce and affordable housing to communities across Indiana and the Midwest, leveraging innovative financing tools and modular construction solutions.
Melissa Ervin
Controller
Melissa spearheads accounting at Helix. She was an "army brat" growing up and then joined the Army herself as an adult. With many years of experience in property management, she first joined sister organization Renewing Management in 2009 and then moved over to Helix soon after it launched.









