Corporate Leadership
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John Gallagher, President
John Gallagher, President
John Gallagher, President
A licensed California Real Estate Broker, John’s prior experience includes Vice President and Senior Marketing Associate for Colliers International where he represented investors and owners in acquisition and disposition of income investment properties. John was the 1995 President of the Sacramento Commercial Realtors, and Co-Star's 2010
A licensed California Real Estate Broker, John’s prior experience includes Vice President and Senior Marketing Associate for Colliers International where he represented investors and owners in acquisition and disposition of income investment properties. John was the 1995 President of the Sacramento Commercial Realtors, and Co-Star's 2010 Power Broker of the year. John holds two professional designations; he is a CPM (Certified Property Manager) and CCIM (Certified Commercial Investment Manager). He holds a B.S. Degree from the University of Montana and an M.B.A. Degree from the University of San Francisco.
State Licenses
California: Department of Real Estate #01049566
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Linda Lamun
John Gallagher, President
John Gallagher, President
Managing Director Commercial Division
Linda joined Summit in 2004 and currently has nearly 30 years of Commercial Property Management experience. She began her career specializing in high-rise and suburban office properties in the Dallas - Fort Worth area. Linda has an extensive background in construction management – essentially, all ph
Managing Director Commercial Division
Linda joined Summit in 2004 and currently has nearly 30 years of Commercial Property Management experience. She began her career specializing in high-rise and suburban office properties in the Dallas - Fort Worth area. Linda has an extensive background in construction management – essentially, all phases of tenant and capital improvements. Her current portfolio consists of retail, office, industrial, multi-family and commercial owners' associations. Linda is a Real Property Administrator (RPA) Candidate and holds a California Real Estate Sales License.
DRE# 01388359
April Simmons
Lavinia Straka
April Simmons
Managing Director Multi-Family Division
April joined Summit in 2004 and currently has nearly 30 years of Residential Property Management experience. Her career began as an onsite Residential Property Manager/Community Director. Her tenacity and natural management abilities propelled her advancement within Real Estate Management. April no
Managing Director Multi-Family Division
April joined Summit in 2004 and currently has nearly 30 years of Residential Property Management experience. Her career began as an onsite Residential Property Manager/Community Director. Her tenacity and natural management abilities propelled her advancement within Real Estate Management. April now holds the position of Managing Director of the Multi-Family Division with the oversight of four Regional Property Managers and over fifty on-site apartment and mobile home park employees throughout Northern California. April holds a California Real Estate Sales License.
DRE# 01729593
Jody Booras
Lavinia Straka
April Simmons
Senior Regional Commercial Property Manager
Jody joined Summit in 2000 and currently has over 25 years of Property Management experience. Her exceptional organization and tenant relation skills have allowed her rapid ascent in our company being responsible for several large projects and high-profile properties. She is responsible for the
Senior Regional Commercial Property Manager
Jody joined Summit in 2000 and currently has over 25 years of Property Management experience. Her exceptional organization and tenant relation skills have allowed her rapid ascent in our company being responsible for several large projects and high-profile properties. She is responsible for the management of retail properties. Jody has her Real Property Administrator (RPA) Designation and holds a California Real Estate Sales License.
DRE# 01316554
Lavinia Straka
Lavinia Straka
Lavinia Straka
Corporate HR & Payroll Manager
Lavinia joined Summit in 2019 with 15+ years of California Human Resources and Payroll Management experience. She began her career in banking and has worked with Real Estate and legal professionals extensively throughout. She is a longtime member of SAHRA (Sacramento Area Human Resources Association). La
Corporate HR & Payroll Manager
Lavinia joined Summit in 2019 with 15+ years of California Human Resources and Payroll Management experience. She began her career in banking and has worked with Real Estate and legal professionals extensively throughout. She is a longtime member of SAHRA (Sacramento Area Human Resources Association). Lavinia is a Certified Professional through SHRM and attained her Professional in Human resources certification with HRCI in 2009. She holds a Bachelor's Degree from the College of Communication at the University of Texas Austin.
Property Management Staff
Gloria Wright
Gloria Wright
Gloria Wright
Palladio General Manager
Gloria Wright joined Summit's team as General Manager of Palladio at Broadstone, a 550,000 square foot open air retail mall. Gloria brings over 25 years of shopping center experience. Gloria began her career as part of the development team of a national builder of outlet centers, and continued to manage and mark
Palladio General Manager
Gloria Wright joined Summit's team as General Manager of Palladio at Broadstone, a 550,000 square foot open air retail mall. Gloria brings over 25 years of shopping center experience. Gloria began her career as part of the development team of a national builder of outlet centers, and continued to manage and market open air centers throughout her career. She is also a founding board member of the Sunrise Market Place PBID Board of Directors and an active member of the International Council of Shopping Centers.
Kim Borra
Gloria Wright
Gloria Wright
Regional Commercial Property Manager
Kim has worked in the commercial real estate industry since 2004. Prior to joining Summit she served as Sr. Property Manager for Cemo Commercial overseeing the property management division with approximately 70 commercial properties, over 200 tenants, an in-house support staff and maintenance departme
Regional Commercial Property Manager
Kim has worked in the commercial real estate industry since 2004. Prior to joining Summit she served as Sr. Property Manager for Cemo Commercial overseeing the property management division with approximately 70 commercial properties, over 200 tenants, an in-house support staff and maintenance department. Earlier in Kim’s career she worked at Buzz Oates Management Group managing over 3 million SF (45 properties) consisting of office, retail, medical mid-rise and light industrial. Kim holds a California Real Estate Sales License. DRE# 01428501
Debbie Fender
Gloria Wright
Debbie Fender
Regional Commercial Property Manager
Debbie joined Summit in 2017 with over 30 years experience in Property Management including extensive experience in tenant and investor relations, leasing, project budget preparation, project maintenance, and tenant improvements. Debbie has had previous experience in managing residential communities o
Regional Commercial Property Manager
Debbie joined Summit in 2017 with over 30 years experience in Property Management including extensive experience in tenant and investor relations, leasing, project budget preparation, project maintenance, and tenant improvements. Debbie has had previous experience in managing residential communities of up to 600 units, and holds a California Real Estate Sales License. DRE# 1292722
Regional Multi-Family Property Manager
Michelle Randolph
Regional Multi-Family Property Manager
Michelle joined Summit in 2024 bringing her extensive background in property management. With over 20 years of experience in the field, she has advanced her career since becoming an on-site multi-family leasing agent in 2000. Michelle has managed Homeowner's Associations, lease-up of new multi-fam
Regional Multi-Family Property Manager
Michelle joined Summit in 2024 bringing her extensive background in property management. With over 20 years of experience in the field, she has advanced her career since becoming an on-site multi-family leasing agent in 2000. Michelle has managed Homeowner's Associations, lease-up of new multi-family developments and an array of various other product types. She is known for her commitment to delivering top-notch customer service and achieving successful outcomes for her clients.
Rhianna Blanko
Financial Controller
Rhianna became our Finance Controller in 2023, a new position for Summit Real Estate Management Services, Inc. Her prior experience includes working as Finance Manager at a local insurance claims management firm and eight years working for a management company that specialized in homeowner associations where she held the position of Accounting Manager. She holds a B.S. Degree in Accounting from University of Phoenix.
Brie Pitzner
Candice DeVries
Candice DeVries
Administrative Commercial Property Manager
Brie joined Summit in 2013. Her extensive background in Retail Management afforded her the customer service experience and organizational skills to effortlessly transition to property management. With her exceptional work ethic and excellent interpersonal skills, she quickly advanced to Administrative Property Manager.
Candice DeVries
Candice DeVries
Candice DeVries
Administrative Commercial Property Manager
Candice joined Summit Property Management in 2024 as an Administrative Commercial Property Manager. She is a dedicated professional with 1.5 years of experience in retail property management. During her tenure she honed her skills in lease administration, tenant relations, and facility maintenan
Administrative Commercial Property Manager
Candice joined Summit Property Management in 2024 as an Administrative Commercial Property Manager. She is a dedicated professional with 1.5 years of experience in retail property management. During her tenure she honed her skills in lease administration, tenant relations, and facility maintenance. Candice’s strong organizational abilities and keen eye for detail have contributed to enhanced tenant satisfaction and streamlined operations.
Her background includes managing diverse retail clients, coordinating with vendors and overseeing onboarding new tenants. She possesses great customer service skills which allows her to problem solve and handle complex issues with professionalism and grace.
Lillean Supat
Candice DeVries
Lillean Supat
Administrative Residential Property Manager
Lillean joined Summit in 2021 as a Leasing Consultant with no previous experience in property management. Lillean’s excellent work ethic and ability to quickly grasp new concepts propelled her to the position of Community Director in 2022. Lillean has since joined our corporate office as the Ad
Administrative Residential Property Manager
Lillean joined Summit in 2021 as a Leasing Consultant with no previous experience in property management. Lillean’s excellent work ethic and ability to quickly grasp new concepts propelled her to the position of Community Director in 2022. Lillean has since joined our corporate office as the Administrative Property Manager where she supports the Regional Property Managers and on-site teams.
Rachel LoBue
Nathan Palafax
Nathan Palafax
Associate Residential Property Manager
Rachel joined Summit in 2011 as a Community Director with 11+ years of experience in multi-family property management. Rachel’s communication skills and her exceptional work ethic advanced her career to Summit's corporate office in 2017 as an Administrative Property Manager. Recently Rachel was promo
Associate Residential Property Manager
Rachel joined Summit in 2011 as a Community Director with 11+ years of experience in multi-family property management. Rachel’s communication skills and her exceptional work ethic advanced her career to Summit's corporate office in 2017 as an Administrative Property Manager. Recently Rachel was promoted to Associate Residential Property Manager where she supports the Managing Director and performs on-site training for Summit's residential division.
Nathan Palafax
Nathan Palafax
Nathan Palafax
Administrative Commerical Property Manager
Nathan has been a dedicated professional in the property management industry since 2014. His journey began in the residential sector, where he had the privilege of working with some of the nation's top companies. In 2025, he embarked on an exciting new chapter by joining Summit REM as an Adminis
Administrative Commerical Property Manager
Nathan has been a dedicated professional in the property management industry since 2014. His journey began in the residential sector, where he had the privilege of working with some of the nation's top companies. In 2025, he embarked on an exciting new chapter by joining Summit REM as an Administrative Property Manager in our commercial division.
Nathan believes in balancing hard work with moments of joy and connection, and he is looking forward to bringing that same passion and dedication to his role here at Summit REM.