When we win, we win together.

Christine Jenkinson

President & CEO

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 23 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.

Gail Berlinger

Vice President of Supportive Services

Gail Berlinger, Vice President of Supportive Services, joined PMI in 2016.

In her role as the Vice President of Supportive Services, Gail oversees PMI’s Resident Services, Training and Engagement, and IT teams. Gail has spent the last eighteen years working in service of low-income communities and families, most recently at Boston Community Capital (now Blue Hub Capital), a non-profit Community Development Financial Institution.

She attended Rutgers University in New Brunswick, NJ and holds a Masters in Urban Affairs from Boston University in Boston, MA.

What do you like most about working for PMI?
I get to work with a group of dedicated and caring colleagues to provide quality services to our residents and employees. Every day someone makes me genuinely laugh, and every day someone tells me a story that reminds me why our work is so important.

What drives you to work in affordable housing?
I have had the opportunity to work with a wide range of projects and services that benefit low-income families, seniors, and communities. Affordable housing is the foundation that helps all of the other pieces to work; it gives residents a chance to take a breath and to start to dream of what’s next, and we get to help them access the resources for those next steps too. I feel incredibly fortunate to provide that stepping stone to help someone succeed in whatever way they define success.

What do you enjoy doing when you’re not working?
All of my favorite things start with a “b”: Beaches (top choice: Scarborough Beach), Baking (with a heavy-handed chocolate application), Barre (terribly inflexibly), and being with my four Boys (a husband, a teen, a tween, and a cattle dog).

Stephanie Albert

Vice President of Legal Affairs

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 do you like most about working for PMI?

PMI is a team effort, and I love being a part of it. I believe our work is important and beneficial to our residents and business partners, and it feels great to work with a group of people all striving for the same high goals.

What are three words that describe you?

Thoughtful, optimistic, and goal-oriented.

What do you enjoy doing when you’re not working? 

When I’m not working, I enjoy spending time with my husband, our two little boys, and our older (but not wiser) dog. We’re all happiest outdoors, hiking, biking, or enjoying the water. When I have a quieter moment, I love to read, practice yoga (so far, practice does not make perfect) and take long walks in our beautiful Maine scenery.

Kevin R. Tait

Director of Finance & Accounting

Kevin R. Tait, Director of Finance and Accounting, 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.

What drives you to work in affordable housing?

Most importantly, the ability to positively impact communities and provide opportunities to families and individuals who need them most.

What are three words that describe you?

Ambitious, Loyal, Considerate.

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.

Kris Landry

Senior Vice President of Operations & Facilities

Kris A. Landry, Senior Vice President of Operations & Facilities, joined PMI in 2009 and oversees New England and the West portfolio.

In her 12 years with the company, Kris has supervised a portfolio ranging in various compliance programming, including HUD, 236, 202, LIHTC, RD, Conventional and Commercial.  With over 18 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 overseeing their HUD portfolio in the State of Maine.

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

What do you like most about working for PMI?
I predominantly like working at PMI because of our culture. Every day, I feel thankful to work alongside a remarkable team who works extremely hard to share our collective success.

What drives you to work in affordable housing?
Above all else, I work in affordable housing for our residents and the ability to provide safe and quality housing to those who need it most.

What do you enjoy doing when you’re not working?
When I am not working (in warm months), you will find me on Casco Bay with my family enjoying the beautiful Maine coast.

Michele Folino

Vice President of Operations

Michele Folino, Regional Vice President, 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.

What do you like most about working for PMI?
I love that I work for a company that not only allows but insists that I put my teams first.

What drives you to work in affordable housing?
The “mom” in me. I feel like residents who live in affordable housing sometimes need someone to stand up for them.

What is your personal motto/favorite quote?
A great leader is someone who inspires ordinary people to do extraordinary things.

Bridget York

Director of Compliance and Transitions

Bridget York, Director of Compliance and Transitions, 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, C5P, S.T.A.R. certifications.

What do you like most about working for PMI?
I enjoy working for PMI because of the company culture, values, and dedication to providing quality service to Owners, Residents, and Employees.

What drives you to work in affordable housing?
The most basic human needs are food, water, and shelter. Affordable housing makes it possible for these basic human needs to be met for families and individuals.

What do you enjoy doing when you’re not working?
Spending time with my family, hiking and kayaking.

Pamela Bergner

Human Resource Director

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.

What do you like most about working for PMI?
Not only do I experience it, but I hear it from employees all around the country; at PMI, we are a family. Everyone is open and accessible; if you have a question or concern, you only have to ask, and everyone will try to assist. This is true at work but also in individual’s personal lives.

What are three words that describe you?
Independent, flexible, self-motivated

What do you enjoy doing when you’re not working?
When not working, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends playing board games. Our collection is extensive, and I believe our record is 14 different games played in one weekend over five gaming sessions. When I have alone time, I like to read.

Iliana Cruz

Senior Regional Manager

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.

Melissa Deatherage

Training and Engagement Manager

Melissa Deatherage, Training and Engagement Manager, joined PMI in 2012, working her way up from Regional Manager to her current role by 2018.

In her 21 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.

Melissa has earned her HCCP, COS, TCS, C7P credentials throughout her time in the field.

What do you like most about working for PMI?
Our PMI Family. I have been fortunate to work alongside many of our amazing teams as a Regional Manager from coast to coast. As the Training and Engagement Manager, I can continue to encourage, develop, mentor, and motivate tenured and onboarding members through virtual and hands-on learning opportunities.

What drives you to work in affordable housing?
As an affordable housing provider, we can improve, enrich, and positively change the lives of the children, adults, and seniors who have decided to reside within our communities—a humble honor.

What are three words that describe you?
Encouraging. Organized. Dedicated.

Colletta Parker

Senior Regional Manager

Colletta Tosha McElroy Parker, Senior Regional Manager, joined PMI in 2007 as a Property Manager.

For over 14 years, Colletta has brought her decades worth of hospitality and property management experience allowing her to be promoted across PMI departments. As Senior Regional Manager, Colletta plays a vital role in ensuring the individual teams and company goals are being accomplished from top to bottom.

Colletta earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Jackson State University and a Master of Business Administration from Belhaven University in Jackson, MI. Colletta holds HCCP, C4P, SHCM, HCM, and COS certifications.

What do you like most about working for PMI?
PMI allows me to bring affordable, safe housing to the most vulnerable population. Our work positivity affects the communities and families we serve every day.

What drives you to work in affordable housing?
I wanted a career in which I could make a difference in people’s lives.

What is your personal motto/favorite quote?
“The ache for home lives in all of us, the safe place where we can go as we are and not be questioned,” Maya Angelou.

Marissa Severance

Senior Regional Manager

Marissa Severance, Senior Regional 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, & 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!