Chris Meier is a respected Kansas City marketing and technology executive who specializes in commercial real estate. As Director of Marketing and Technology at Copaken Brooks, he serves on the Leadership Committee and leads the firm’s marketing strategy, brand positioning, digital platform, and information technology initiatives. He partners closely with executive leadership, development team, and brokerage teams to align strategy and execution, ensuring the firm’s developments, assets, and services are supported by strong messaging, smart systems, and a seamless client experience.

With more than a decade of experience, Chris brings a practical, strategic approach to his work. He is known for connecting big picture vision with day-to-day execution, helping teams move ideas from concept to results. His leadership style is collaborative and solutions focused, with an emphasis on accountability, efficiency, and continuous improvement. Whether guiding brand strategy, managing complex projects, or implementing new technologies, Chris approaches each initiative with clarity, discipline, and attention to detail.

At Copaken Brooks, he oversees the firm’s marketing strategies, development branding, RFP strategy, digital communications, and major project launches. He also leads the company’s technology function, managing IT partnerships, infrastructure, business systems, and the firm’s AI integration strategy. His role ensures that marketing and technology work together to strengthen performance across brokerage, development, acquisitions, and property management.

Prior to joining Copaken Brooks, Chris spent more than seven years at Block Real Estate Services, where he advanced to Director of Marketing and Communications and led branding, digital strategy, and project marketing across a diverse commercial portfolio. He later served as Director of Corporate Marketing at Hunt Midwest, overseeing corporate positioning and marketing strategy for large scale development and industrial initiatives.

Chris is a graduate of the Centurions Leadership Program and remains actively involved in the Kansas City community. His civic engagement includes leadership roles and volunteer service with Newhouse, the Centurions Alumni Association Board, Friends of Johnson County Library, and several other nonprofit organizations. Through both his professional and community work, he is committed to strengthening the region’s business and civic landscape.