The United Flea Markets team balances its corporate prudence, practical flea market experience, capital and resources with a more flexible structure and perspective to create best-of-class, streamlined operations with an always-evolving and creative approach.
Rob now serves as Executive Chairman of United Flea Markets, where his focus is on mergers and acquisitions to support the company’s continued growth and expansion. He also serves as Chairman of the National Flea Market Association Board of Directors.
Rob earned his on-the-ground credentials in 2011 when he assumed leadership as CEO and operator of Denver’s Mile High Flea Market, the third-largest outdoor flea market in the nation.
With more than 30 years of experience in the retail and flea market industries, Rob has held leadership roles in buying, merchandise planning and allocation, and has worked extensively with both large and small private-equity firms. He has also served as an officer of publicly traded companies.
His executive background includes leadership in the direct-to-consumer space with a focus on scalable platforms, including key roles at Sunglass Hut International and Lids Corp during periods of significant global growth. Additionally, Rob held positions as Executive Vice President at BriteSmile and Director of Operations at Pier 1 Imports.
Staunton handles overall strategy, management and growth of MBHE and its operating companies, with a particular emphasis on mergers and acquisitions, capital formation and strategic relationships. Prior to forming MBHE, he led all capital markets efforts and growth initiatives as the executive vice president and director of a national hotel investment, management and development company.
Lincoln joined United Flea Markets in 2018 as Director of Field Services and quickly demonstrated his strong operational skill set, successfully running the business and helping scale the United Flea Markets portfolio. He was later promoted to President and, in 2025, elevated to Chief Executive Officer. As CEO, Lincoln continues to lead the company’s growth, overseeing all aspects of operations, strategic initiatives, and portfolio development.
Prior to joining United Flea Markets, Lincoln served as Director of Property and Asset Management for a real estate management company, where he oversaw more than one million square feet of commercial and medical office space across 35 locations in three states. He also held leadership roles in Las Vegas, where he managed operations for luxury retail centers, casinos, convention centers, and resorts. In these positions, he directed key departments including facilities, housekeeping, environmental services, shipping and receiving, and security.
Lincoln joined the United States Marine Corps in 2004, graduating as Company Honor Man in both recruit training and MOS school.
Gene joined the company in October of 2014 after 25 successful years with Hewlett-Packard (HP) as controller for the state of Colorado. During his time with HP, he held various positions primarily focused in finance with a strong emphasis on business development and operations. In addition, Gene is a Certified Business Coach and has worked side-by-side with entrepreneurs to build businesses and has assisted various members of management to achieve performance excellence.
Lisa joined Mile High Flea Market, a subsidiary of United Flea Markets, over 30 years ago with a background in administrative management. During her tenure, she has played a key role in the formation and development of the United Flea Markets platform. In her role at United Flea Markets, Lisa works directly with the individual leadership teams at each subsidiary market.
In her role as Vice President of Marketing for United Flea Markets, Jessica has mastered the art of attracting both buyers and sellers. Always full of fresh ideas, she understands how to bring the unique and fun flea market experience to life through marketing and on-pavement experiences. Previously, Jessica was a sales executive for a large law firm, and her position at at United Flea Markets has been a welcome and exciting change of pace.
Michael has three decades of experience as a commercial real estate broker. He currently represents United Flea Markets as an exclusive buyer’s broker for the United States, in conjunction with Premier Commercial of Naples, Florida. Prior to his real estate career, he was an airline transport pilot and accident investigator, organizing the FAA, serving as a labor management relations specialist and performing pro bono disaster relief air deliveries for the American Red Cross. Michael served in the Illinois Air National Guard and was honorably discharged.
Dougall provides a wide range of services for individuals and major companies in commercial real estate. With more than 40 years of experience, he has deep knowledge in all aspects of retail and office development, leasing, marketing and management. Dougall has negotiated over two million square feet of office and retail leases and over 500 transactions for clients ranging from national chains to start-up businesses. He is an active member of the International Council of Shopping Centers.