When we win, we win together.

Christine R.A. Jenkinson became President & Chief Executive Officer of Preservation Management, Inc. in 2016. Christine has dedicated her career to working in affordable housing and joined PMI in October 2009, managing special assets for the President. In 2010, she was promoted to Chief Operating Officer and, in 2013, she was again promoted to Senior Vice President & COO. In her time at PMI, she has managed the field operations bearing the ultimate responsibility for financial performance, property compliance and maintaining the assets.

Christine has over 27 years of experience in the affordable housing industry. Before joining PMI, Christine was the Vice President of Asset Management for The Wishcamper Companies, Inc., Assistant Vice President at Boston Capital Corporation in Boston, MA, Asset Management at Deutsche Bank Berkshire Mortgage, and Acquisitions Analyst for Boston Financial Investment Management.

Before relocating to Portland in 2006, Christine gained a wealth of experience strategically optimizing the return on investments and managing repositioning situations, managing portfolios reporting $1 billion in gross equity across multi-investor corporate and director investment tax credit funds, analyzed multifamily tax credit acquisitions, and managing over $680 million in multifamily loans.

Christine earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Babson College in Wellesley, Massachusetts.

What do you like most about working for PMI? I appreciate working with people who are passionate about affordable housing. This is an intense, challenging industry that requires intellectual and emotional engagement. At PMI, we have the opportunity to create quality communities for vulnerable populations, and every one of us is deeply committed to that mission.

What are three words that describe you? Empathetic, Problem-solver, Loyal

What do you enjoy doing when you’re not working? I like to travel, and I love to cook with my family.

Kris A. Landry, Chief Operating Officer, joined PMI in 2009.

Kris is responsible for supervising New England and West Operations ranging in various compliance programming. In addition to this, she is responsible for the company’s Training and Engagement, Facilities, Safety, Insurance Casualty Loss Claims, Information Technology, Transitions and Relocation departments. With over 20 years of property management experience, Kris has implemented measures to ensure success in meeting individual, team, and property performance goals relating to all operations areas.

Prior to joining PMI, Kris worked in public housing and before that worked for a local non-profit organization in the State of Maine.

Kris earned a BA in Psychology from the University of Southern Maine.

How do you foster collaboration and innovation? My goal is to create space for open communication, mutual respect, and shared ownership of goals. Collaboration thrives when people feel safe to speak up, challenge ideas, and contribute without fear of being overlooked. Innovation, to me, comes from curiosity and trust. I support creative thinking by asking thoughtful questions, welcoming new perspectives, and giving people the freedom to experiment and learn. It’s not about having all the answers, it’s about building an environment where great ideas can emerge, evolve, and drive us forward.

If you weren’t in this role, what would you be doing? I’ve always had a dream of owning a bed and breakfast it’s something about creating a welcoming space, connecting with people from all walks of life, and offering comfort and hospitality really interests me. In any setting, I’m driven by the same purpose, to build something meaningful, connect with people, and make a positive impact.

Michele Folino, Senior Vice President of Operations, joined PMI in 2011 as a Regional Director overseeing the Mid-Atlantic and South portfolio.

Michele has been in the property management industry since 1983, it was not until she became a provider of affordable housing that she realized how rewarding the industry’s affordable side was and has considered it an honor to serve that population ever since.

Prior to her PMI role, Michele worked at Lane Company and Shelter Properties, overseeing an extensive portfolio consisting of Project-Based Section 8, Tax Credit, and Section 236 and BMIR communities. Before joining Shelter Properties, Michele worked for Morgan Properties, where she was responsible for overseeing a diverse conventional portfolio.

How would you describe your leadership style? One word, transparent. I say what I think (as professional as possible of course) regardless of whether it is good or bad. I think it is important for our teams to know where they stand and if there is something they need to work on. I also want team members to be transparent with me too though, so I also know what I need to work on.

What does a strong company culture mean to you? A place you look forward to going on Monday morning.

If you weren’t in this role, what would you be doing? I can’t imagine doing anything else. I have worked in this industry for 42 years.

Bridget York, Vice President of Compliance and Database Administration, joined PMI in 2005 as an Assistant Property Manager/Occupancy Specialist.

She has been promoted to positions, across PMI departments, due to her wealth of Operational and Compliance Program knowledge.  She currently oversees the compliance operations and training for all of PMI’s communities.

Bridget brings over 15 years of affordable housing experience to PMI.

She has served on board committees for NEAHMA (New England Affordable Housing Management Association). She has served as a board member for MREMA (Maine Real Estate Managers Association) for over two years as the Co-Chair for the Education Committee.

Bridget earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Southern New Hampshire University in Manchester, NH. Bridget holds COS, TCS, TCSA, C8P, S.T.A.R. certifications.

How do you foster collaboration and innovation? Through consistent individual and team communication regarding, where we currently are, where we want to be, what is working, what is not working, what can be improved, how we are going to accomplish our goals and who has ownership over each goal.

Who or what inspires you in life? I am inspired by the human condition. Those; who put others before themselves; who assume best intentions of others; who stand up for what is right, because it is the right thing to do; who do not see any limitations to what they can do, no matter their current circumstances.

If you weren’t in this role, what would you be doing? It is hard to say, I have literally done this for half my life now. I think a psychologist or an author.

Kevin R. Tait, Vice President of Accounting & Finance, Joined PMI in July 2021.

Kevin brings 10 years of finance and accounting experience in multi-family residential real estate and property management. Beginning his career in affordable housing in Portland, Maine, Kevin then transitioned to Boston, where he worked at The Berkshire Group and as the Head of Finance for Akelius Real Estate Management. Kevin moved back to Maine with his family 3 years ago and most recently worked at Whole Ocean’s as the Director of Finance.

Kevin earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Southern Maine.

How would you describe your leadership style? I focus on supporting my team, promoting collaboration, and encouraging open communication. I adjust my approach to meet both individual and team needs, while ensuring a culture of accountability.

What does a strong company culture mean to you? To me, a strong company culture is about creating an environment where people feel supported and promotes open communication. It’s about shared values, where everyone feels empowered to contribute, collaborate, and take ownership of their work.

What do you enjoy doing when you’re not working? When I am not working, you can find me on the golf course or spending time and being active with my family.

Stephanie Albert, Vice President of Legal Affairs, joined PMI in 2022. 

In her role as the Vice President of Legal Affairs, Stephanie oversees corporate risk management, human resources management, management of legal matters, and contracting. Before joining PMI in 2022, she was in private law practice for over a decade, focusing on commercial and residential real estate transactions, small business representation, secured transactions, and landlord-tenant matters.

Stephanie is originally from central Maine. She attended the University of Maine School of Law, where she was a Production Editor for the Maine Law Review and Wheaton College in Massachusetts.

What does a strong company culture mean to you? At its core, a strong company culture is built on trust—a foundation that shapes not just how we serve our residents, but how we support one another. At PMI we strive to build trust by treating colleagues with the same respect, responsiveness, and integrity we offer our residents and our business partners. We trust each other to offer our best “customer service” not only externally to the communities we serve, but to also to our fellow PMI team members. A strong culture fosters open communication, accountability, and a shared commitment to excellence, creating an environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to do their best work.

What are three words that describe you? Thoughtful, optimistic, and goal-oriented.

If you weren’t in this role, what would you be doing? When I’m not working, I enjoy spending time with my family and enjoying all the outdoor activities my home state has to offer.

Melissa Deatherage, Director of Training and Engagement, joined PMI in 2012.

In her 25 years of affordable property management, training, and mentoring experience, Melissa has successfully implemented procedures, new training programs and overseeing the successful growth innovation for Preservation Management Inc.

Prior to joining PMI, Melissa worked in all property management facets; Leasing and Community Specialist for Picerne Military Housing, Housing Assistance Counselor for NECAC, and Regional & Property Manager for Fairway Management, Inc.

A Mandt Relational and Conceptual Instructor, Melissa has also earned her HCCP, COS, TCS, C10P and FHS credentials throughout her time in the field.

How do you foster collaboration and innovation? I prioritize honest, two-way communication, and I’m passionate about contributing to an environment where people feel motivated, supported, and challenged. Engagement matters to me—not just output. I believe in holding ourselves accountable while also recognizing that growth and success are a team effort.

What does a strong company culture mean to you? To me, a strong company culture is all about the feeling you get when you show up to work each day. It’s a culture where people are authentic, empathetic and open to fresh ideas. It’s a place that values collaboration, inclusivity, and kindness, where everyone feels like they are a part of something much bigger.

If you weren’t in this role, what would you be doing? If I were not in this role, I would be working with my hands. Gardening is a true passion. There is something deeply fulfilling about transforming an open space into a display of four-season color, texture and movement.

As the Director of Human Resources, Pamela is responsible for providing strategic guidance and leadership for all aspects of the human resources function, which includes policy and procedure development, employee relations, legal compliance, performance management, recruiting and staffing, benefits administration, compensation planning, and occupational health and medicine.

Pamela has been certified as a Senior Professional in Human Resources since 2002 and currently holds her SHRM-CP certification.

Pamela has been with PMI since 2017, first as the Manager of Human Resources before being promoted to Director in 2019. Prior to arriving at PMI, Pam spent 16 years at DeLorme Publishing, first in the role of Payroll and Benefits Manager, then Manager of Human Resources. Her career in HR started at WEX, where she spent 7 years as an HR Generalist.

How would you describe your leadership style? I’m a hands-on leader who empowers my team to manage their responsibilities independently, while remaining readily available to support them with questions or their workload when needed. When team members are on vacation, I step in to handle their tasks to ensure they return to a smooth transition without a backlog.

How does your role contribute to the company’s mission? PMI’s mission is to build better communities, and Preservation Management itself is one large community built on collaboration. In HR—and in my role specifically—I focus on strengthening relationships within our current teams while also recruiting new talent that brings added value to the organization.

If you weren’t in this role, what would you be doing? If I was not working in the corporate world and had the means to do so, I would run an animal sanctuary.

Steven Campbell, Director of Compliance and Special Assets, has spent 30+ years in the affordable housing industry. He oversees the Special Asset Team which consist of MOR & Third-Party Reviews, EIV Compliance, Compliance Mentoring and Compliance Watch List along with oversight of regulations, policies, procedures for HUD, LIHTC and other state and local agencies. 

How would you describe your leadership style? I have a quiet realist style which observes as it is and prepares to deal with the situation to better for the future. I am an achiever and motivator of others through coaching, teaching, and instruction to be able to progress forward in a better direction.

Who or what inspires you in life? My grandparents have inspired me all my life with their simplistic outlook on life, work ethic, understanding of traditions, changes that they saw and experienced in generations, and their sense of family.

If you weren’t in this role, what would you be doing? I would still be in the affordable housing industry in some Compliance Department.

Tina Lysogorski, Director of Resident Services, joined PMI in 2005.  Tina comes with 20 years of Resident Services experience with PMI.

In her role of Director of Resident Services, Tina manages the RSC department including contract management, the Quality Assurance process, HUD grant management and vouchering process. She also oversees the RSC regional team leads and works with each site to create site specific property goals that may assist residents to live independently and successfully in housing.

Tina earned a bachelor’s degree in social work from Saginaw Valley State University.

How does your role contribute to the company’s mission?Our company’s mission is to create and maintain safe, high-quality, affordable housing as a foundation for resident stability and opportunity. As the Director of Resident Services, my role is to work with the team leads to oversee programs that connect residents with the support, information and community resources they need to thrive in their homes. Together with team leads and site staff, I help develop site-specific goals that support residents in living independently and successfully. The Resident Services department is committed to providing a safe, welcoming, and non-judgmental environment where residents feel comfortable expressing themselves and seeking assistance.

What does a strong company culture mean to you? A company with a strong culture treats its employees like family, valuing everyone for their unique experiences and perspectives. It is a place where respect is mutual, differences are embraced, and open communication is encouraged. PMI exemplifies this kind of culture, and as a result, I feel empowered to ensure my team is supported, valued, and set up for success.

If you weren’t in this role, what would you be doing? I see myself in a role that would allow me to continue to advocate for others, create programs that improve the quality of life, and foster supportive services and environments that promote well-being and growth.

Liza started at PMI in 2015 as a Property Manager in Freeport, ME. She has extensive experience in LIHTC, HUD, and Rural Development programs in Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Michigan. 

In addition to her role in Operations, Liza is now overseeing the Transitions and Relocation Department, coordinating the many aspects of onboarding new properties, rehabs, and/or existing properties into the PMI portfolio. Prior to coming to PMI, Liza worked in social services, specializing in youth programs, adult mental health services, and family unification. 

Liza has earned her Bachelor of Science Degree from Southern Maine University. Liza also holds COS, TCS, C7P, BOS, S.T.A.R and MOR certifications. 

How would you describe your leadership style? I would say my leadership style is a hybrid of Transformational and Transactional I hope to inspire and motivate my team to achieve a shared vision while focusing on tasks and performance rewarding good work and correcting mistakes.

How do you foster collaboration and innovation? I try to meet with my team with preplanned calls to talk through issues and concerns. I try to foster an open dialog about ideas and issues. I frequently let my team know that we hire smart people to make smart decisions. I hope my team feels empowered and I make sure that I am giving them the opportunity make decisions, by reminding them that the worse that can happen is they make a mistake.

If you weren’t in this role, what would you be doing? Teaching/Social Work.

Marissa Severance, Regional Operations Manager, joined the PMI family in 2015 as an Assistant Property Manager at Northfield Green Apartments in Portland, Maine.

Since then, she has worked in various capacities for PMI, including Property Manager, Floating Manager, and Regional Manager. Her specialty is working with large HUD properties and local Rural Development properties.

Marissa has earned her COS, C6P, S.T.A.R. and BOS throughout her time in the field.

What drives you to work in affordable housing? I have always been a helper, and working in affordable housing has allowed me to help those in need of housing. I have made so many connections with people from being there for them in some of their most vulnerable moments. It is so fulfilling and makes even the most challenging moments worth it.

What is your personal motto/favorite quote? “Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life.”

What do you enjoy doing when you’re not working? Spending time on the lake with my family and loving my pups!

Iliana Cruz, Senior Regional Manager, before her current role, had worked as a Regional Manager at PMI for almost 10 years.

Iliana’s team will tell you that she has exceptionally high expectations but will also be in the trenches with them to make sure they have the support they need to be successful.

What do you like most about working for PMI? I love everything about working for PMI but appreciate that this is a family-oriented environment; everyone, including our owners and CEO, operates under the premise that family is first!

What drives you to work in affordable housing? I was a social worker for 25 years and always wanted to make a difference in people’s lives.

What do you enjoy doing when you’re not working? Spending time with my girls and visiting Puerto Rico.