EXECUTIVE TEAM
Jean's primary responsibility is to serve as a corporate champion in optimizing the core management information system and to provide strong project management skills to many of the Company’s initiatives. She has been acting as the Administrator for our newly implemented Procure to Pay (P2P) application – during the post go live and stabilization period. Jean started with the company in October of 2018.
Natalie is responsible for accounting and external financial reporting for a portfolio of properties, including both residential and development sites. She started as a property accountant with JMC in 2008.
Xia is responsible for completing accounting transactions in preparation of financial statement packages. She also creates and posts journal entries. Xia ensures that all expenses, receipts, owner's distributions, funding requests and other transactions for the accounting period have been posted accurately. She joined JMC in 2022 as a Property Accountant in the corporate office.
Aimee's responsibilities include the preparation of monthly financial packages, bank requisitions and other accounting processes for a number of JMC managed properties. She started at the company in November of 2021 and came with 20 years of experience at various commercial and residential property management companies.
Patricia handles all aspects of the accounts payable program for separate entities and all of the company's vendors. Using accounts payable software & programs she analyzes workflow processes and maintains relationships with new and existing vendors. She was born and raised in Honduras where she went to Manuel Bonilla Institute and graduated as a Commercial Expert and Public Accountant in 1999 and she worked as an Assistant Bank Manager until she moved to the USA. Patricia started with John M. Corcoran & Co in 2015 interning as a Receptionist for the Management Department. She joined the Accounting Department as a Property Accountant in 2016 before assuming her current role.
Marquisa executes accounting operations, cash management responsibilities and external financial reporting for a portfolio of properties. She started with John M. Corcoran & Co in March of 2020.
Susan is responsible for benefits administration, payroll and accounting in the corporate office. She started working for the company in 1988.
Shaunna provides accounting and external financial reporting for a portfolio encompassing the full spectrum of transaction processing, general ledger analysis, external financial reporting, annual audit preparation and ownership distribution. She is responsible for monthly account reconciliations and updating supporting analytical schedules on a timely basis. She reviews and analyzes monthly general ledger activity, research and resolve with property management personnel and records any adjusting or reclassifying entries necessary. Shaunna started full-time with JMC in September of 2019.
Klevis prepares financial reports, ensures accuracy of all ledgers, in addition to handling taxes, budgets, and monthly expenses. Klevis joined John M. Corcoran & Co in November 2022 with prior experience as a Vendor Management Coordinator and Property Accountant.
In her current role, Laura is responsible for reviewing, monitoring and managing a significant number of bank accounts, including funding and transfers, for the closely held family office entities. Laura holds a B.S. in Finance & Accounting from UMass Dartmouth and has been with JMC since 1996.
Linda provides administrative support for the corporate office, working closely with the Director of Maintenance Operations in planning and reporting and providing assistance to other senior staff members as needed. She has been with the company since 1996 when she first worked on the accounting team in accounts payable and then moved to her current position supporting the management company.
Patrice oversees corporate office administrative activities and support staff. She provides organizational support to the executive team and senior staff for daily operations. Patrice coordinates property wide insurance claim reporting and manages all associated work for large property damage claims and insurance related legal matters. She also processes and oversees workers compensation claims for the company's employees.
Her career with JMC began in 2014 when she was hired as the Assistant Office Manager. She has recently moved into the Office Manager role for the Braintree office as well as supporting the upper management team.
Ginny provides administrative support for the John M. Corcoran & Co development and management teams. Ginny joined JMC in 1986 when company headquarters were located in Milton, led by company founders John and Leo Corcoran.
Jazmin provides one-on-one training for staff at JMC's affordable properties. She is also responsible for providing training, guidance, and support to Section 8 property staff in the process of determining income discrepancies and HUD repayment agreements. Jazmin has worked for JMC in various roles since 2004.
Jim works on the Compliance team supporting the affordable programs for communities of low, moderate, or mixed income. As the Affordable Systems Manager, his primary focus is to provide technical support for the compliance functions. This includes troubleshooting software issues, implementing new workflows, or providing general technical assistance. He began his career with JMC in 2012 as a Leasing Consultant then Assistant Property Manager at Massachusetts Mills Apartments in Lowell, MA. He joined the Compliance team in June of 2019 as the Affordable Systems Manager.
Lily manages and processes all Reasonable Accommodations/Modification requests following ADA and Section 504 regulations. She updates Income limits for Section 8 properties and completes Rent and Utility spreadsheets for 40B/40R/LIP/LAP/Workforce/Tax Credit properties annually. She assists Affordable properties with waitlist updates and provides administrative support to the Director of Affordable Housing as needed. She has worked for the company since 2017 primarily working in the corporate office assisting with projects for multiple properties. She also had the opportunity to work in the field at Faxon Commons offering administrative support while also working as receptionist in the corporate office. She joined the Compliance team in 2022.
Greer monitors the affordable housing regulatory compliance for all properties across the portfolio. She works with all local monitoring agencies and housing authorities regarding compliance related issues. Greer also provides support with compliance related issues and assists in creating and updating JMC affordable policies and procedures. Greer joined JMC in April, 2023 with previous experience in affordable housing with expertise in 40B and program compliance.
Tim is responsible for managing all aspects of the real estate development process, including design, permitting, financing, and construction management. He also consults on renovation projects of existing communities under JMC management. Tim is a member of the Real Estate Finance Association and the Urban Land Institute and serves on the Board of Directors for Caritas Communities. Since joining JMC in 2013, Tim has worked in various roles ranging from Leasing Consultant to Project Manager of Capital Improvements for the management arm of the company.
Mary is responsible for managing all aspects of the real estate development process, including design, permitting, financing, and construction. She is currently working on the redevelopment and transformation of the Innes Apartments in Chelsea, MA, a 330-unit multifamily public private partnership development with the DHCD, Chelsea Housing Authority and City of Chelsea. Since joining JMC in January 2014, Mary has worked on several significant projects including the development of MetroMark Apartments, Union & West, and Mio Weymouth.
John provides leadership and expertise on the various JMC owned assets to ownership and internal stakeholders. He is responsible for site specific business plans, three-year property reviews, and annual property assessments. John joined the company in October of 2022 with previous experience in Multifamily and the Real Estate industry. He is a member of the MA Bar Association, is a LEED Green Associate, holds a C3P Tax Credit Certification, and is an MA Real Estate Broker license holder.
Ian is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day development of multifamily projects across the Boston Market. This involves project acquisition, financing, entitlements, market and financial analysis, feasibility studies, marketing and lease up, and oversight of design and construction teams. Ian is focused on developing projects that seek to promote thoughtful design and add value to the built environment. Ian has over 10 years of real estate development, design, and construction experience across a range of product types. Prior to JMC, he was a Regional Project Manager overseeing Northeast multifamily redevelopment projects. Ian holds a Masters of Architecture (M.Arch) degree from Northeastern University as well as a Bachelor of Science in Architecture (BS) with a minor in Construction Management from the University of Massachusetts.
Reg supports the development team throughout the entirety of the real estate cycle, including initial project due diligence and underwriting, navigating the permitting process, design coordination, managing and updating project schedules and budgets, and construction oversight. Prior to joining JMC in 2023, Reg worked in the project management group at Consigli Construction, where he was an Assistant Project Manager. Reg graduated from Dartmouth College in 2021.
Cathleen manages the recruiting for the company by reviewing resumes, recommending candidates, and supporting hiring managers and candidates throughout all phases of the hiring process. She started her career with John M. Corcoran & Co over 20 years ago by supporting the management team in reception. With previous experience as an Assistant Director of Personnel and a passion for talent acquisition, Cathleen moved into the role of recruiter in 2008.
Barbara is responsible for employee engagement initiatives, managing employee concerns, supporting the performance management process, and assisting with management training. Barbara joined the company in 2022.
Alexandra is responsible for the onboarding process and assisting with various Human Resources projects including benefits activities and recruiting efforts. Alexandra joined JMC in July of 2022. She is a recent college graduate with a degree from UMass Amherst in Communication and Psychology.
Nick provides technical support to the John M. Corcoran & Co staff by troubleshooting issues through tickets that are submitted to the ConnectWise system. He also assists in managing all the company's email accounts. Nick started with JMC in 2020.
Justin is responsible for managing John M. Corcoran & Co's IT infrastructure including the onboarding of new properties and support for properties under construction. He started with the company in November of 2019.
Kathleen responds to support requests from properties, onboards new users to Yardi One, Voyager, and creates accounts for new users in Rent Cafe Site Manager. She also provides assistance with upgrades and new property set ups in Yardi Voyager. Kathleen joined JMC in 2023 with experience in various property management roles before moving into IT as a Yardi Specialist.
Wayne focuses on assisting with onboarding new JMC employees by providing onsite training and support to ensure staff members have access to all the tools and platforms needed to succeed in their roles. He has over 25 years of experience in providing technical support for users across a variety of different industries that include small start-ups to corporate giants like IBM.
Jeff orients new team members to company policies and procedures. He also creates initial REAC inspection lists and participates in due diligence before property acquisitions in addition to working with the development team on new or future endeavors. He is also involved in renovation projects and provides guidance in selecting vendors. He plays a significant role as a mentor to many of the company's maintenance personnel. Jeff started in September of 1982 and has held maintenance tech and maintenance manager positions at various locations surrounding Boston including 12 years at Faxon Commons.
Marc is the Manager of tree and landscape maintenance for all properties under John M. Corcoran & Co management. He designs and installs new outdoor spaces and promotes consistent and attractive curb appeal. Marc has been employed by the company since 1994.
Jonathan has a Mechanical Engineering background with the knowledge needed to achieve the most cost-effective use of materials, machine processes, labor and energy. This experience and mindset have contributed greatly to Jonathan’s success as an Energy Efficiency Manager for John M. Corcoran & Co. Jonathan joined the company in 2017 as an Energy Efficiency Manager for the entire portfolio.
John manages capital investment projects for the entire John M. Corcoran & Co portfolio. This includes the supervision of budgets, vendor selection, scheduling, permitting, and quality control. He joined the company in April of 2022 with experience as the owner of J.D. Welch Construction for over 30 years.
Kelli is instrumental in launching the marketing of the company's newest properties. She assists the on-site management teams, development group, and ownership entities in selecting finishes, scheduling advertising and leasing and planning promotional events and giveaways. She has been responsible for the lease ups of properties from Boston to Plymouth, MA and Providence, RI. Kelli became a South Shore Leasing Consultant in January 2009. Since then she has served as Assistant Property Manager, Property Manager and now holds her current role specializing in lease ups and acquisitions.
Grace is responsible for portraying the company's image in various mediums including printed materials, the company website, social media, and the company blog. She assists field staff in promoting their properties on social media and other venues. She is also involved in interior design projects and utilizes videography to capture and promote the essence of JMC managed properties. She started as a Leasing Consultant Intern in 2020 for a company property in Quincy, MA and returned to the company in July of 2021 as a Marketing Associate after graduating from Boston College.
Andrea taps into her sales and customer service background in conducting a training program for Leasing Consultants. She also supervises a company-wide online training program for all employees of the company. She has approximately 25 years of experience in leasing and management of market rate and affordable housing properties, corporate recruiting, marketing, interior design, and training.
Sebastian is responsible for the Digital Marketing efforts at 30+ properties where he works very closely with Internet Listing Service providers. He manages media creation and co-manages pricing through a Revenue Management system. He handles the creative and technical aspects of special projects and lends his expertise as an Architectural Photographer to the company. Sebastian's first role at JMC was a South Shore floater in 2018, soon followed by the role of Leasing Consultant at Beverly Commons. He later managed ROS-DOT for a brief period before assuming his current role in 2020.
Jack oversees digital advertising and the maintenance of property websites across the portfolio. He is a content curator and certified UAS pilot. He joined John M. Corcoran & Co in February of 2021 when he began aiding in digital marketing efforts and attending strategy meetings with third party owners.
Erik oversees the operations of a group of affordable, market rate, and retail properties. He manages relationships with owners, investors, non-profit boards, housing authorities, HUD, and MassHousing. Erik joined the company in 2003 and has held progressive roles at multiple properties in the company's portfolio.
Justin oversees a diverse multifamily portfolio featuring market-rate and affordable apartment communities. He manages relations with third-party owners and investors and works closely with the Boston Housing Authority. He manages day-to-day rental and maintenance operations, fulfills financial and budgeting obligations, and promotes a safe, community atmosphere for all residents. Justin began his career with John M. Corcoran & Co in 1996. He has expanded his portfolio to include residential communities and commercial space.
Teresa oversees and supports a portfolio of properties adding up to just under 900 residential apartment homes in several locations. In addition to managing the day-to-day property operations, she is also involved in other company projects including updating operations manuals, the training of new hires and planning company events. She started with JMC in June of 1999 as a Leasing Consultant. She has taken on dissimilar roles at several different properties preparing her for her current role as Regional Property Manager.
Jessica manages the daily operations of maintenance and leasing teams at properties both North and South of Boston. Her primary responsibilities include reporting the property's financial status to owners, creating property budgets, maintaining the assets, and providing assistance to residents. She began her tenure as a Leasing Consultant at Kimball Court in 2010. Since then, she has taken on the roles of Assistant Property Manager and Property Manager until 2021 when she was promoted to Regional Property Manager with three properties under her direction.
As Regional Property Manager, Erin oversees the financial, maintenance, leasing, and administrative operations of six properties located in Weymouth, Hingham, and Mansfield - Weymouth Commons, Weymouth Commons East, Stone Run East, Station Square, Lincoln School, and One Mansfield. The communities range in size from 84 to 563 apartments. She has worked for the company since 2003. She started as a Leasing Consultant and has worked at multiple properties throughout the portfolio in various roles of increasing responsibilities.
Paul manages the staff and operations of eight tax credit and section 8 communities serving families and the elderly. His properties are in and around Boston. Paul joined John M. Corcoran & Co in 1986 and has held several positions within the company including his first job as Maintenance Manager.
Cecilia oversees the operation of multiple properties of diverse sizes and ownership groups. She manages customer and resident services, financial reporting and budgeting and staff training and development. She works with owners in positioning their properties for lease up and stabilization. Cecilia joined JMC in 2018 as a Property Manager. She has managed owner-operated as well as third party-owned properties and completed a lease up prior to being promoted to Regional Property Manager.
Brittany is responsible for directing all functions of property operations in her assigned portfolio consisting of market and 40B affordable apartments in Quincy, Dorchester and Roslindale. She oversees the leasing, rent collection, financial reporting, resident relations, and manages the performance of on-site maintenance and leasing teams. She began her career with JMC in 2017 when Windsor Gardens was added to the company’s portfolio. She has since enjoyed the opportunity to manage different properties throughout Massachusetts including market communities, 40B, and condominiums.
Dan is responsible for managing property budgets, occupancy goals, staffing, and all customer service and resident relations at properties throughout the JMC portfolio that are in need of assistance. Dan also ensures that the staff is properly trained and supported in order to perform assigned duties effectively and efficiently. Dan has been with JMC since 2009 serving in multiple roles ranging from Leasing Consultant to Property Manager and became the Traveling Reional Property Manager in 2023.
Jay manages the staff and operations of five market and affordable properties located in MA and NH. He works closely with third party ownership groups and prepares financial packages for review. Jay joined the company in 2007 and has held multiple positions ranging from Leasing Consultant to Regional Property Manager.
Jayme is responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of properties on the North Shore and Boston. Her responsibilities include overseeing the daily operations of the on-site leasing and maintenance teams, financial reporting for third party owners, and providing assistance to both staff and residents. Jayme began her career at JMC in 2011 as a Leasing Consultant and worked at several properties taking on the role of Assistant Property Manager, Property Manager and now Regional Manager.
Samar manages a portfolio of market rate and affordable apartment communities both West and North of Boston. She oversees daily operations of leasing and maintenance teams across seven properties and works closely with third party ownership groups while managing property finances and budgets. Samar rejoined JMC in August of 2009 serving in roles ranging from Property Manager to Regional Property Manager.
Joanne manages a diverse portfolio of five properties including market & 40B affordable apartments. She focuses on budgets, occupancy goals, rent collection, leasing and maintenance teams, and recertification support. Joanne began her career with JMC & Co in 2017 as an Assistant Property Manager when Windsor Gardens was added to the company’s portfolio. She managed several properties throughout the JMC portfolio before being promoted in 2023.
Jaime manages and oversees five properties. She is responsible for effectively managing all aspects of the budgetary process. Jaime trains team members to develop strong customer service skills and promote career growth. She started in May 2018 in Leasing, was promoted to Property Manager in 2019, and Regional Property Manager in August 2021.
Jamie is responsible for approximately a third of the portfolio including market, affordable, elderly, tax credit, 40(b) and retail spaces. He oversees all facets of operations including financial budgeting, capital improvements, marketing, leasing, and operational policies and procedures. He also works closely with third party ownership groups and investors in addition to supporting acquisitions and dispositions. Jamie has been a dedicated member of JMC since 2003 and earned his Certified Property Manager (CPM) designation from the Institute of Real Estate Management in 2009. Jamie spends most of his time traveling with his three children to various sports and activities. He is a soccer coach year-round, enjoys snowboarding in the winter, and has recently taken up a liking to chess. He is a graduate of Bridgewater State College with a degree in Business Administration.
Cynthia develops marketing plans and strategies for JMC's current portfolio of properties, newly acquired communities and brand-new lease ups. She directs the development of brand identities and marketing messages to showcase each property's unique assets. She oversees digital outreach, online presence, leasing activity and income optimization. Cynthia holds a Bachelor's Degree from Colby College and is certified in Yieldstar Revenue Management. She holds the designation of Certified Professional of Occupancy from NEAHMA and serves on the Board of Directors for the Massachusetts Apartment Association. In her career with the company, Cynthia has held positions including Leasing Consultant, Property Manager, and Regional Property Manager at properties throughout Massachusetts. Cynthia enjoys playing golf, gardening, and antiquing in her free time.
Christopher Butkovich is responsible for the operational oversight of a diverse group of multifamily assets. His broad experience includes working with third party ownership groups and investors, and managing market, affordable, elderly, tax credit, 40(b) and retail spaces. Christopher oversees financial budgeting, capital improvements, property maintenance, contractor management, marketing and leasing, administrative and operational policies and procedures, investor reporting and partnership, resident relations and staff support and development. He has extensive experience with acquisition due diligence and asset disposition. Christopher joined JMC in 2000 and has worked in various roles prior to becoming Vice President. He is a Certified Property Manager (CPM®) through the Institute of Real Estate Management and holds a National Affordable Housing Provider (NAHP®-e) designation through NAHMA. Christopher is a graduate of Merrimack College with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and a concentration in Finance.
Keith is responsible for assessing and recommending capital expenditure needs at all JMC owned entities. Keith works to obtain and award contractor bids for the capital work and ensures the work is of high quality, on time, and within budget. He oversees vendor compliances with all applicable laws and regulations, including insurance and warranties. Keith joined JMC in 2000 as a Leasing Consultant, working his way up through multiple roles including Assistant Property Manager, Property Manager and most recently as a Regional Property Manager before assuming the role as Director of Capital Expenditures. He attended Bridgewater State University and he is a Certified Property Manager (CPM) through the Institute of Real Estate Management.
Brian oversees one third of the company's diverse portfolio including market, affordable, office, and retail developments. He assists in daily operations, financial budgeting, policy creation, and communication with third party investors and owners. Brian serves as Secretary on the Board of Directors of the Newton Community Development Foundation. He worked in retail management prior to joining JMC in 1999. He started as a Leasing Consultant and has held several distinct positions including Property Manager, Senior Property Manager and Portfolio Director before becoming Vice President in 2023. Brian enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, and he owns thoroughbred horses. He received his Bachelors Degree in Management from Boston College and he holds a CPM designation from the Institute of Real Estate Management.
Nancy is responsible for business development that entails client relationship building and expansion of the company’s client base. She is also the head of JMC’s training programs and initiatives. She has spearheaded the development of the company’s training curriculums designed to increase operational efficiency and consistency and provide job growth for employees. In her career with JMC, Nancy has managed daily operations of the management company overseeing a portfolio of close to 12,000 apartment homes and over 400 staff members. Nancy serves on the Board of Directors for IREM, NEAHMA and the South Shore Women’s Conference. Prior to joining JMC over 30 years ago, Nancy worked in college student housing. She attended Fitchburg State University and earned her Master’s Degree at Northeastern University. For fun and exercise, Nancy enjoys cycling, fishing, ballroom dancing, and acting.
Richard is responsible for developing the business strategy and direction of the company’s acquisition, development, financing and asset management efforts. Prior to joining the company in 1982, Rick was the Director of the Office of Housing and Neighborhood Development for New Haven, Connecticut. Richard attended the University of Cincinatti and earned his Master of City and Regional Planning Degree from Harvard University.
Peter leads John M. Corcoran & Co’s Development and Acquisitions team. He is responsible for the company’s development and acquisitions investment strategy and overseeing the development and acquisitions lifecycle, including deal sourcing, due diligence, permitting, construction and financing. Peter started with the company in a variety of roles ranging from Leasing Consultant to Property Manager. He is a member of Real Estate Finance Association, Urban Land Institute and the National Housing & Rehabilitation Association. Peter received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Brown University. Peter likes golfing, spending time with family, and enjoying the outdoors.
Maura provides legal guidance on a wide range of matters including acquisitions and financing, contracts, human resources, tax and accounting. Maura was a director and shareholder at the Boston law firm of Rackemann, Sawyer & Brewster, where she provided corporate, employment and tax advice to businesses and nonprofits, including John M. Corcoran & Co, with whom she has worked for more than 20 years. She serves on the Board of Directors of Caritas Communities, Inc., which provides housing to low-income individuals, and is a Trustee of the Wellesley Free Library. Maura attended the College of the Holy Cross and earned her law degree at Harvard Law School.
As the Director of Affordable Housing, Jeanmarie oversees multiple subsidy programs. She directs the company's Compliance Team in the preparation and implementation of Affirmative Fair Housing Marketing Plans and Tenant Selection Plans with the U. S. Department of Housing & Urban Development or State agencies. She oversees Low Income Housing Tax Credit, Section 8 project based, Tax Exempt Bonds, and MA 40B programs at the company’s affordable and market-rate properties. Jeanmarie held positions of property manager for Corcoran Management Company and Corcoran Jennison and more recently served as Regional Director for Trinity Management before assuming the role of Director of Affordable Housing for JMC. She holds a BA degree from the University of Massachusetts Boston and the designations of Certified Property Manager (CPM) with the Institute of Real Estate Management and a Specialist of Housing Credit Management (SHCM) with the National Affordable Housing Management Association. Jeanmarie enjoys any activity outdoors, that includes interacting with people and spending quality time with her family.
Cheryl Penn is the Chief Financial Officer of John M. Corcoran & Co. Cheryl is responsible for directing the financial affairs of the company and its affiliates including financial reporting, policy, procedures and systems, treasury functions and management, debt and tax compliance. She provides financial oversight on asset management and the financing of existing assets as well as partners with the Development and Acquisitions Team on new investment opportunities. She is involved with the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants, and the Financial Executives Network Group. Cheryl has an extensive background in accounting and finance, including previous positions as Chief Financial Officer, Director of Finance, and Controller in a wide range of industries including software and high-tech manufacturing in addition to real estate investment and property management. She began her career in public accounting as an Audit Manager at Arthur Andersen. Cheryl holds a B.S. in Accounting and Computer Science from Boston College; The Carroll School of Management Honors Program. She enjoys exploring new places with her daughter, taking long walks with her dog, attending and watching almost any sporting event of any age and experience level, cooking and baking, and reading.
Richard P. Robinson, CCIM joined John M. Corcoran & Co in 2019. His role is to identify, secure and capitalize multifamily investments and developments. Having spent 30 years in the New England apartment market, he worked previously as Executive Vice President at Nordblom Company in apartment development and acquisitions. Before Nordblom, Richard served as Executive Director at Institutional Property Advisors, Marcus and Millichap and, prior to that, was a Partner at Apartment Realty Advisors. He continues to serve as Trustee or Director of several RE Trusts and companies. He is an Advisor on NMHC and member of Urban Land Institute and on the Affordable and Workforce Housing Council. Richard is also on the Board of Directors of the Boys and Girls Boston Clubs. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Colby College in Economics and Administrative Science.
Bob is the primary business leader for the company’s property management operations. His responsibilities include achieving property, portfolio and company profit objectives and leading the growth of the property management division. He is currently a Board Member of the Real Estate Bar Association of Massachusetts and co-chair of its Affordable Housing section. He is also a Board Member of the Melrose Affordable Housing Corporation. Bob joins JMC & Co after working for a number of large quasi-public agencies, including MassHousing, the Massachusetts Development Finance Agency and the Massachusetts Turnpike Authority. Prior to this quasi-public service, Bob was a practicing lawyer specializing in land use, affordable housing, and environmental matters. Bob is a graduate of Colby College and received his law degree from Georgetown University. Bob is a history buff and enjoys regaling his wife and son and their dog Scout with stories of Boston history. Well, at least Scout doesn’t seem to mind.
Gary joined the company in 1978 working within the Maintenance Department at a JMC property in Weymouth. He has held various other maintenance related positions within the business and became the company’s Director of Maintenance Operations in 2003. Gary is responsible for the development of all maintenance policies and practices employed at JMC managed properties. He plans emergency maintenance response, negotiates utility contracts, and establishes contractor/vendor specifications for purchases. Gary's certifications include Training, Indoor Air Quality Assessments and Pool Operations. Gary is an avid golfer and enjoys sporting via virtual reality.
In this inaugural CPCO role, Keli is focused on all things that will support and sustain JMC as a great place to work. That means building strong Human Resource infrastructure to include: culture, recruiting and talent acquisition, employee experience, talent retention, career path, career growth and development, and management training and development. She is also focused on streamlining existing processes by enabling HR technologies. Keli came to JMC most recently from a role as Head of HR at WBUR, Boston’s NPR news station. Prior to that, she had a stint as an independent consultant and executive coach. Keli also spent 20 years in HR at financial services companies, including Ernst & Young, Fidelity, and Citizens Bank. Keli is crafty! She sews almost every day. She is a jersey-wearing Boston sports fanatic, especially for the Bruins. Keli has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Wellesley College and earned her Master of Science in Organizational Development from American University in the National Training Laboratory for Applied Behavioral Science.
As the Head of Internet Technology, Erik is responsible for the company’s technology program and digital strategy. He looks to align business processes with technologies to create a competitive advantage. Erik joined JMC in 2022 from Hobbs Brook Real Estate after completing a successful technology modernization effort across its commercial portfolio. He attended the University of Rhode Island and earned his Master's Degree from the Sloan School of Management at Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Erik likes hiking the White Mountains and skiing with his family. He also enjoys attempting to match his two daughters on the golf course.
Well-respected in the industry, JMC has enjoyed decades of positive relationships with owners, residents and lenders. The vision and philosophy for the communities we develop and manage focuses on an absolute commitment to value and the enhancement of assets through superior customer service, exceptional quality standards and uncompromising dedication from our team. We strive at all times to exceed our owners’ and residents’ expectations.
Jean's primary responsibility is to serve as a corporate champion in optimizing the core management information system and to provide strong project management skills to many of the Company’s initiatives. She has been acting as the Administrator for our newly implemented Procure to Pay (P2P) application – during the post go live and stabilization period. Jean started with the company in October of 2018.
Natalie is responsible for accounting and external financial reporting for a portfolio of properties, including both residential and development sites. She started as a property accountant with JMC in 2008.
Xia is responsible for completing accounting transactions in preparation of financial statement packages. She also creates and posts journal entries. Xia ensures that all expenses, receipts, owner's distributions, funding requests and other transactions for the accounting period have been posted accurately. She joined JMC in 2022 as a Property Accountant in the corporate office.
Aimee's responsibilities include the preparation of monthly financial packages, bank requisitions and other accounting processes for a number of JMC managed properties. She started at the company in November of 2021 and came with 20 years of experience at various commercial and residential property management companies.
Patricia handles all aspects of the accounts payable program for separate entities and all of the company's vendors. Using accounts payable software & programs she analyzes workflow processes and maintains relationships with new and existing vendors. She was born and raised in Honduras where she went to Manuel Bonilla Institute and graduated as a Commercial Expert and Public Accountant in 1999 and she worked as an Assistant Bank Manager until she moved to the USA. Patricia started with John M. Corcoran & Co in 2015 interning as a Receptionist for the Management Department. She joined the Accounting Department as a Property Accountant in 2016 before assuming her current role.
Marquisa executes accounting operations, cash management responsibilities and external financial reporting for a portfolio of properties. She started with John M. Corcoran & Co in March of 2020.
Susan is responsible for benefits administration, payroll and accounting in the corporate office. She started working for the company in 1988.
Shaunna provides accounting and external financial reporting for a portfolio encompassing the full spectrum of transaction processing, general ledger analysis, external financial reporting, annual audit preparation and ownership distribution. She is responsible for monthly account reconciliations and updating supporting analytical schedules on a timely basis. She reviews and analyzes monthly general ledger activity, research and resolve with property management personnel and records any adjusting or reclassifying entries necessary. Shaunna started full-time with JMC in September of 2019.
Klevis prepares financial reports, ensures accuracy of all ledgers, in addition to handling taxes, budgets, and monthly expenses. Klevis joined John M. Corcoran & Co in November 2022 with prior experience as a Vendor Management Coordinator and Property Accountant.
In her current role, Laura is responsible for reviewing, monitoring and managing a significant number of bank accounts, including funding and transfers, for the closely held family office entities. Laura holds a B.S. in Finance & Accounting from UMass Dartmouth and has been with JMC since 1996.
Linda provides administrative support for the corporate office, working closely with the Director of Maintenance Operations in planning and reporting and providing assistance to other senior staff members as needed. She has been with the company since 1996 when she first worked on the accounting team in accounts payable and then moved to her current position supporting the management company.
Ginny provides administrative support for the John M. Corcoran & Co development and management teams. Ginny joined JMC in 1986 when company headquarters were located in Milton, led by company founders John and Leo Corcoran.
Patrice oversees corporate office administrative activities and support staff. She provides organizational support to the executive team and senior staff for daily operations. Patrice coordinates property wide insurance claim reporting and manages all associated work for large property damage claims and insurance related legal matters. She also processes and oversees workers compensation claims for the company's employees.
Her career with JMC began in 2014 when she was hired as the Assistant Office Manager. She has recently moved into the Office Manager role for the Braintree office as well as supporting the upper management team.
Jazmin provides one-on-one training for staff at JMC's affordable properties. She is also responsible for providing training, guidance, and support to Section 8 property staff in the process of determining income discrepancies and HUD repayment agreements. Jazmin has worked for JMC in various roles since 2004.
Jim works on the Compliance team supporting the affordable programs for communities of low, moderate, or mixed income. As the Affordable Systems Manager, his primary focus is to provide technical support for the compliance functions. This includes troubleshooting software issues, implementing new workflows, or providing general technical assistance. He began his career with JMC in 2012 as a Leasing Consultant then Assistant Property Manager at Massachusetts Mills Apartments in Lowell, MA. He joined the Compliance team in June of 2019 as the Affordable Systems Manager.
Lily manages and processes all Reasonable Accommodations/Modification requests following ADA and Section 504 regulations. She updates Income limits for Section 8 properties and completes Rent and Utility spreadsheets for 40B/40R/LIP/LAP/Workforce/Tax Credit properties annually. She assists Affordable properties with waitlist updates and provides administrative support to the Director of Affordable Housing as needed. She has worked for the company since 2017 primarily working in the corporate office assisting with projects for multiple properties. She also had the opportunity to work in the field at Faxon Commons offering administrative support while also working as receptionist in the corporate office. She joined the Compliance team in 2022.
Greer monitors the affordable housing regulatory compliance for all properties across the portfolio. She works with all local monitoring agencies and housing authorities regarding compliance related issues. Greer also provides support with compliance related issues and assists in creating and updating JMC affordable policies and procedures. Greer joined JMC in April, 2023 with previous experience in affordable housing with expertise in 40B and program compliance.
Tim is responsible for managing all aspects of the real estate development process, including design, permitting, financing, and construction management. He also consults on renovation projects of existing communities under JMC management. Tim is a member of the Real Estate Finance Association and the Urban Land Institute and serves on the Board of Directors for Caritas Communities. Since joining JMC in 2013, Tim has worked in various roles ranging from Leasing Consultant to Project Manager of Capital Improvements for the management arm of the company.
Mary is responsible for managing all aspects of the real estate development process, including design, permitting, financing, and construction. She is currently working on the redevelopment and transformation of the Innes Apartments in Chelsea, MA, a 330-unit multifamily public private partnership development with the DHCD, Chelsea Housing Authority and City of Chelsea. Since joining JMC in January 2014, Mary has worked on several significant projects including the development of MetroMark Apartments, Union & West, and Mio Weymouth.
John provides leadership and expertise on the various JMC owned assets to ownership and internal stakeholders. He is responsible for site specific business plans, three-year property reviews, and annual property assessments. John joined the company in October of 2022 with previous experience in Multifamily and the Real Estate industry. He is a member of the MA Bar Association, is a LEED Green Associate, holds a C3P Tax Credit Certification, and is an MA Real Estate Broker license holder.
Ian is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day development of multifamily projects across the Boston Market. This involves project acquisition, financing, entitlements, market and financial analysis, feasibility studies, marketing and lease up, and oversight of design and construction teams. Ian is focused on developing projects that seek to promote thoughtful design and add value to the built environment. Ian has over 10 years of real estate development, design, and construction experience across a range of product types. Prior to JMC, he was a Regional Project Manager overseeing Northeast multifamily redevelopment projects. Ian holds a Masters of Architecture (M.Arch) degree from Northeastern University as well as a Bachelor of Science in Architecture (BS) with a minor in Construction Management from the University of Massachusetts.
Reg supports the development team throughout the entirety of the real estate cycle, including initial project due diligence and underwriting, navigating the permitting process, design coordination, managing and updating project schedules and budgets, and construction oversight. Prior to joining JMC in 2023, Reg worked in the project management group at Consigli Construction, where he was an Assistant Project Manager. Reg graduated from Dartmouth College in 2021.
Cathleen manages the recruiting for the company by reviewing resumes, recommending candidates, and supporting hiring managers and candidates throughout all phases of the hiring process. She started her career with John M. Corcoran & Co over 20 years ago by supporting the management team in reception. With previous experience as an Assistant Director of Personnel and a passion for talent acquisition, Cathleen moved into the role of recruiter in 2008.
Barbara is responsible for employee engagement initiatives, managing employee concerns, supporting the performance management process, and assisting with management training. Barbara joined the company in 2022.
Alexandra is responsible for the onboarding process and assisting with various Human Resources projects including benefits activities and recruiting efforts. Alexandra joined JMC in July of 2022. She is a recent college graduate with a degree from UMass Amherst in Communication and Psychology.
Nick provides technical support to the John M. Corcoran & Co staff by troubleshooting issues through tickets that are submitted to the ConnectWise system. He also assists in managing all the company's email accounts. Nick started with JMC in 2020.
Justin is responsible for managing John M. Corcoran & Co's IT infrastructure including the onboarding of new properties and support for properties under construction. He started with the company in November of 2019.
Kathleen responds to support requests from properties, onboards new users to Yardi One, Voyager, and creates accounts for new users in Rent Cafe Site Manager. She also provides assistance with upgrades and new property set ups in Yardi Voyager. Kathleen joined JMC in 2023 with experience in various property management roles before moving into IT as a Yardi Specialist.
Wayne focuses on assisting with onboarding new JMC employees by providing onsite training and support to ensure staff members have access to all the tools and platforms needed to succeed in their roles. He has over 25 years of experience in providing technical support for users across a variety of different industries that include small start-ups to corporate giants like IBM.
Jeff orients new team members to company policies and procedures. He also creates initial REAC inspection lists and participates in due diligence before property acquisitions in addition to working with the development team on new or future endeavors. He is also involved in renovation projects and provides guidance in selecting vendors. He plays a significant role as a mentor to many of the company's maintenance personnel. Jeff started in September of 1982 and has held maintenance tech and maintenance manager positions at various locations surrounding Boston including 12 years at Faxon Commons.
Marc is the Manager of tree and landscape maintenance for all properties under John M. Corcoran & Co management. He designs and installs new outdoor spaces and promotes consistent and attractive curb appeal. Marc has been employed by the company since 1994.
Jonathan has a Mechanical Engineering background with the knowledge needed to achieve the most cost-effective use of materials, machine processes, labor and energy. This experience and mindset have contributed greatly to Jonathan’s success as an Energy Efficiency Manager for John M. Corcoran & Co. Jonathan joined the company in 2017 as an Energy Efficiency Manager for the entire portfolio.
John manages capital investment projects for the entire John M. Corcoran & Co portfolio. This includes the supervision of budgets, vendor selection, scheduling, permitting, and quality control. He joined the company in April of 2022 with experience as the owner of J.D. Welch Construction for over 30 years.
Kelli is instrumental in launching the marketing of the company's newest properties. She assists the on-site management teams, development group, and ownership entities in selecting finishes, scheduling advertising and leasing and planning promotional events and giveaways. She has been responsible for the lease ups of properties from Boston to Plymouth, MA and Providence, RI. Kelli became a South Shore Leasing Consultant in January 2009. Since then she has served as Assistant Property Manager, Property Manager and now holds her current role specializing in lease ups and acquisitions.
Grace is responsible for portraying the company's image in various mediums including printed materials, the company website, social media, and the company blog. She assists field staff in promoting their properties on social media and other venues. She is also involved in interior design projects and utilizes videography to capture and promote the essence of JMC managed properties. She started as a Leasing Consultant Intern in 2020 for a company property in Quincy, MA and returned to the company in July of 2021 as a Marketing Associate after graduating from Boston College.
Andrea taps into her sales and customer service background in conducting a training program for Leasing Consultants. She also supervises a company-wide online training program for all employees of the company. She has approximately 25 years of experience in leasing and management of market rate and affordable housing properties, corporate recruiting, marketing, interior design, and training.
Sebastian is responsible for the Digital Marketing efforts at 30+ properties where he works very closely with Internet Listing Service providers. He manages media creation and co-manages pricing through a Revenue Management system. He handles the creative and technical aspects of special projects and lends his expertise as an Architectural Photographer to the company. Sebastian's first role at JMC was a South Shore floater in 2018, soon followed by the role of Leasing Consultant at Beverly Commons. He later managed ROS-DOT for a brief period before assuming his current role in 2020.
Jack oversees digital advertising and the maintenance of property websites across the portfolio. He is a content curator and certified UAS pilot. He joined John M. Corcoran & Co in February of 2021 when he began aiding in digital marketing efforts and attending strategy meetings with third party owners.
Erik oversees the operations of a group of affordable, market rate, and retail properties. He manages relationships with owners, investors, non-profit boards, housing authorities, HUD, and MassHousing. Erik joined the company in 2003 and has held progressive roles at multiple properties in the company's portfolio.
Justin oversees a diverse multifamily portfolio featuring market-rate and affordable apartment communities. He manages relations with third-party owners and investors and works closely with the Boston Housing Authority. He manages day-to-day rental and maintenance operations, fulfills financial and budgeting obligations, and promotes a safe, community atmosphere for all residents. Justin began his career with John M. Corcoran & Co in 1996. He has expanded his portfolio to include residential communities and commercial space.
Teresa oversees and supports a portfolio of properties adding up to just under 900 residential apartment homes in several locations. In addition to managing the day-to-day property operations, she is also involved in other company projects including updating operations manuals, the training of new hires and planning company events. She started with JMC in June of 1999 as a Leasing Consultant. She has taken on dissimilar roles at several different properties preparing her for her current role as Regional Property Manager.
Jessica manages the daily operations of maintenance and leasing teams at properties both North and South of Boston. Her primary responsibilities include reporting the property's financial status to owners, creating property budgets, maintaining the assets, and providing assistance to residents. She began her tenure as a Leasing Consultant at Kimball Court in 2010. Since then, she has taken on the roles of Assistant Property Manager and Property Manager until 2021 when she was promoted to Regional Property Manager with three properties under her direction.
As Regional Property Manager, Erin oversees the financial, maintenance, leasing, and administrative operations of six properties located in Weymouth, Hingham, and Mansfield - Weymouth Commons, Weymouth Commons East, Stone Run East, Station Square, Lincoln School, and One Mansfield. The communities range in size from 84 to 563 apartments. She has worked for the company since 2003. She started as a Leasing Consultant and has worked at multiple properties throughout the portfolio in various roles of increasing responsibilities.
Paul manages the staff and operations of eight tax credit and section 8 communities serving families and the elderly. His properties are in and around Boston. Paul joined John M. Corcoran & Co in 1986 and has held several positions within the company including his first job as Maintenance Manager.
Cecilia oversees the operation of multiple properties of diverse sizes and ownership groups. She manages customer and resident services, financial reporting and budgeting and staff training and development. She works with owners in positioning their properties for lease up and stabilization. Cecilia joined JMC in 2018 as a Property Manager. She has managed owner-operated as well as third party-owned properties and completed a lease up prior to being promoted to Regional Property Manager.
Brittany is responsible for directing all functions of property operations in her assigned portfolio consisting of market and 40B affordable apartments in Quincy, Dorchester and Roslindale. She oversees the leasing, rent collection, financial reporting, resident relations, and manages the performance of on-site maintenance and leasing teams. She began her career with JMC in 2017 when Windsor Gardens was added to the company’s portfolio. She has since enjoyed the opportunity to manage different properties throughout Massachusetts including market communities, 40B, and condominiums.
Dan is responsible for managing property budgets, occupancy goals, staffing, and all customer service and resident relations at properties throughout the JMC portfolio that are in need of assistance. Dan also ensures that the staff is properly trained and supported in order to perform assigned duties effectively and efficiently. Dan has been with JMC since 2009 serving in multiple roles ranging from Leasing Consultant to Property Manager and became the Traveling Reional Property Manager in 2023.
Jay manages the staff and operations of five market and affordable properties located in MA and NH. He works closely with third party ownership groups and prepares financial packages for review. Jay joined the company in 2007 and has held multiple positions ranging from Leasing Consultant to Regional Property Manager.
Jayme is responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of properties on the North Shore and Boston. Her responsibilities include overseeing the daily operations of the on-site leasing and maintenance teams, financial reporting for third party owners, and providing assistance to both staff and residents. Jayme began her career at JMC in 2011 as a Leasing Consultant and worked at several properties taking on the role of Assistant Property Manager, Property Manager and now Regional Manager.
Samar manages a portfolio of market rate and affordable apartment communities both West and North of Boston. She oversees daily operations of leasing and maintenance teams across seven properties and works closely with third party ownership groups while managing property finances and budgets. Samar rejoined JMC in August of 2009 serving in roles ranging from Property Manager to Regional Property Manager.
Joanne manages a diverse portfolio of five properties including market & 40B affordable apartments. She focuses on budgets, occupancy goals, rent collection, leasing and maintenance teams, and recertification support. Joanne began her career with JMC & Co in 2017 as an Assistant Property Manager when Windsor Gardens was added to the company’s portfolio. She managed several properties throughout the JMC portfolio before being promoted in 2023.
Jaime manages and oversees five properties. She is responsible for effectively managing all aspects of the budgetary process. Jaime trains team members to develop strong customer service skills and promote career growth. She started in May 2018 in Leasing, was promoted to Property Manager in 2019, and Regional Property Manager in August 2021.
Jamie is responsible for approximately a third of the portfolio including market, affordable, elderly, tax credit, 40(b) and retail spaces. He oversees all facets of operations including financial budgeting, capital improvements, marketing, leasing, and operational policies and procedures. He also works closely with third party ownership groups and investors in addition to supporting acquisitions and dispositions. Jamie has been a dedicated member of JMC since 2003 and earned his Certified Property Manager (CPM) designation from the Institute of Real Estate Management in 2009. Jamie spends most of his time traveling with his three children to various sports and activities. He is a soccer coach year-round, enjoys snowboarding in the winter, and has recently taken up a liking to chess. He is a graduate of Bridgewater State College with a degree in Business Administration.
Cynthia develops marketing plans and strategies for JMC's current portfolio of properties, newly acquired communities and brand-new lease ups. She directs the development of brand identities and marketing messages to showcase each property's unique assets. She oversees digital outreach, online presence, leasing activity and income optimization. Cynthia holds a Bachelor's Degree from Colby College and is certified in Yieldstar Revenue Management. She holds the designation of Certified Professional of Occupancy from NEAHMA and serves on the Board of Directors for the Massachusetts Apartment Association. In her career with the company, Cynthia has held positions including Leasing Consultant, Property Manager, and Regional Property Manager at properties throughout Massachusetts. Cynthia enjoys playing golf, gardening, and antiquing in her free time.
Christopher Butkovich is responsible for the operational oversight of a diverse group of multifamily assets. His broad experience includes working with third party ownership groups and investors, and managing market, affordable, elderly, tax credit, 40(b) and retail spaces. Christopher oversees financial budgeting, capital improvements, property maintenance, contractor management, marketing and leasing, administrative and operational policies and procedures, investor reporting and partnership, resident relations and staff support and development. He has extensive experience with acquisition due diligence and asset disposition. Christopher joined JMC in 2000 and has worked in various roles prior to becoming Vice President. He is a Certified Property Manager (CPM®) through the Institute of Real Estate Management and holds a National Affordable Housing Provider (NAHP®-e) designation through NAHMA. Christopher is a graduate of Merrimack College with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and a concentration in Finance.
Keith is responsible for assessing and recommending capital expenditure needs at all JMC owned entities. Keith works to obtain and award contractor bids for the capital work and ensures the work is of high quality, on time, and within budget. He oversees vendor compliances with all applicable laws and regulations, including insurance and warranties. Keith joined JMC in 2000 as a Leasing Consultant, working his way up through multiple roles including Assistant Property Manager, Property Manager and most recently as a Regional Property Manager before assuming the role as Director of Capital Expenditures. He attended Bridgewater State University and he is a Certified Property Manager (CPM) through the Institute of Real Estate Management.
Brian oversees one third of the company's diverse portfolio including market, affordable, office, and retail developments. He assists in daily operations, financial budgeting, policy creation, and communication with third party investors and owners. Brian serves as Secretary on the Board of Directors of the Newton Community Development Foundation. He worked in retail management prior to joining JMC in 1999. He started as a Leasing Consultant and has held several distinct positions including Property Manager, Senior Property Manager and Portfolio Director before becoming Vice President in 2023. Brian enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, and he owns thoroughbred horses. He received his Bachelors Degree in Management from Boston College and he holds a CPM designation from the Institute of Real Estate Management.
Nancy is responsible for business development that entails client relationship building and expansion of the company’s client base. She is also the head of JMC’s training programs and initiatives. She has spearheaded the development of the company’s training curriculums designed to increase operational efficiency and consistency and provide job growth for employees. In her career with JMC, Nancy has managed daily operations of the management company overseeing a portfolio of close to 12,000 apartment homes and over 400 staff members. Nancy serves on the Board of Directors for IREM, NEAHMA and the South Shore Women’s Conference. Prior to joining JMC over 30 years ago, Nancy worked in college student housing. She attended Fitchburg State University and earned her Master’s Degree at Northeastern University. For fun and exercise, Nancy enjoys cycling, fishing, ballroom dancing, and acting.
Richard is responsible for developing the business strategy and direction of the company’s acquisition, development, financing and asset management efforts. Prior to joining the company in 1982, Rick was the Director of the Office of Housing and Neighborhood Development for New Haven, Connecticut. Richard attended the University of Cincinatti and earned his Master of City and Regional Planning Degree from Harvard University.
Peter leads John M. Corcoran & Co’s Development and Acquisitions team. He is responsible for the company’s development and acquisitions investment strategy and overseeing the development and acquisitions lifecycle, including deal sourcing, due diligence, permitting, construction and financing. Peter started with the company in a variety of roles ranging from Leasing Consultant to Property Manager. He is a member of Real Estate Finance Association, Urban Land Institute and the National Housing & Rehabilitation Association. Peter received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Brown University. Peter likes golfing, spending time with family, and enjoying the outdoors.
Maura provides legal guidance on a wide range of matters including acquisitions and financing, contracts, human resources, tax and accounting. Maura was a director and shareholder at the Boston law firm of Rackemann, Sawyer & Brewster, where she provided corporate, employment and tax advice to businesses and nonprofits, including John M. Corcoran & Co, with whom she has worked for more than 20 years. She serves on the Board of Directors of Caritas Communities, Inc., which provides housing to low-income individuals, and is a Trustee of the Wellesley Free Library. Maura attended the College of the Holy Cross and earned her law degree at Harvard Law School.
As the Director of Affordable Housing, Jeanmarie oversees multiple subsidy programs. She directs the company's Compliance Team in the preparation and implementation of Affirmative Fair Housing Marketing Plans and Tenant Selection Plans with the U. S. Department of Housing & Urban Development or State agencies. She oversees Low Income Housing Tax Credit, Section 8 project based, Tax Exempt Bonds, and MA 40B programs at the company’s affordable and market-rate properties. Jeanmarie held positions of property manager for Corcoran Management Company and Corcoran Jennison and more recently served as Regional Director for Trinity Management before assuming the role of Director of Affordable Housing for JMC. She holds a BA degree from the University of Massachusetts Boston and the designations of Certified Property Manager (CPM) with the Institute of Real Estate Management and a Specialist of Housing Credit Management (SHCM) with the National Affordable Housing Management Association. Jeanmarie enjoys any activity outdoors, that includes interacting with people and spending quality time with her family.
Cheryl Penn is the Chief Financial Officer of John M. Corcoran & Co. Cheryl is responsible for directing the financial affairs of the company and its affiliates including financial reporting, policy, procedures and systems, treasury functions and management, debt and tax compliance. She provides financial oversight on asset management and the financing of existing assets as well as partners with the Development and Acquisitions Team on new investment opportunities. She is involved with the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants, and the Financial Executives Network Group. Cheryl has an extensive background in accounting and finance, including previous positions as Chief Financial Officer, Director of Finance, and Controller in a wide range of industries including software and high-tech manufacturing in addition to real estate investment and property management. She began her career in public accounting as an Audit Manager at Arthur Andersen. Cheryl holds a B.S. in Accounting and Computer Science from Boston College; The Carroll School of Management Honors Program. She enjoys exploring new places with her daughter, taking long walks with her dog, attending and watching almost any sporting event of any age and experience level, cooking and baking, and reading.
Richard P. Robinson, CCIM joined John M. Corcoran & Co in 2019. His role is to identify, secure and capitalize multifamily investments and developments. Having spent 30 years in the New England apartment market, he worked previously as Executive Vice President at Nordblom Company in apartment development and acquisitions. Before Nordblom, Richard served as Executive Director at Institutional Property Advisors, Marcus and Millichap and, prior to that, was a Partner at Apartment Realty Advisors. He continues to serve as Trustee or Director of several RE Trusts and companies. He is an Advisor on NMHC and member of Urban Land Institute and on the Affordable and Workforce Housing Council. Richard is also on the Board of Directors of the Boys and Girls Boston Clubs. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Colby College in Economics and Administrative Science.
Bob is the primary business leader for the company’s property management operations. His responsibilities include achieving property, portfolio and company profit objectives and leading the growth of the property management division. He is currently a Board Member of the Real Estate Bar Association of Massachusetts and co-chair of its Affordable Housing section. He is also a Board Member of the Melrose Affordable Housing Corporation. Bob joins JMC & Co after working for a number of large quasi-public agencies, including MassHousing, the Massachusetts Development Finance Agency and the Massachusetts Turnpike Authority. Prior to this quasi-public service, Bob was a practicing lawyer specializing in land use, affordable housing, and environmental matters. Bob is a graduate of Colby College and received his law degree from Georgetown University. Bob is a history buff and enjoys regaling his wife and son and their dog Scout with stories of Boston history. Well, at least Scout doesn’t seem to mind.
Gary joined the company in 1978 working within the Maintenance Department at a JMC property in Weymouth. He has held various other maintenance related positions within the business and became the company’s Director of Maintenance Operations in 2003. Gary is responsible for the development of all maintenance policies and practices employed at JMC managed properties. He plans emergency maintenance response, negotiates utility contracts, and establishes contractor/vendor specifications for purchases. Gary's certifications include Training, Indoor Air Quality Assessments and Pool Operations. Gary is an avid golfer and enjoys sporting via virtual reality.
In this inaugural CPCO role, Keli is focused on all things that will support and sustain JMC as a great place to work. That means building strong Human Resource infrastructure to include: culture, recruiting and talent acquisition, employee experience, talent retention, career path, career growth and development, and management training and development. She is also focused on streamlining existing processes by enabling HR technologies. Keli came to JMC most recently from a role as Head of HR at WBUR, Boston’s NPR news station. Prior to that, she had a stint as an independent consultant and executive coach. Keli also spent 20 years in HR at financial services companies, including Ernst & Young, Fidelity, and Citizens Bank. Keli is crafty! She sews almost every day. She is a jersey-wearing Boston sports fanatic, especially for the Bruins. Keli has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Wellesley College and earned her Master of Science in Organizational Development from American University in the National Training Laboratory for Applied Behavioral Science.
As the Head of Internet Technology, Erik is responsible for the company’s technology program and digital strategy. He looks to align business processes with technologies to create a competitive advantage. Erik joined JMC in 2022 from Hobbs Brook Real Estate after completing a successful technology modernization effort across its commercial portfolio. He attended the University of Rhode Island and earned his Master's Degree from the Sloan School of Management at Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Erik likes hiking the White Mountains and skiing with his family. He also enjoys attempting to match his two daughters on the golf course.
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