Jennifer Hillesland

Jennifer Hillesland

Jennifer was born and raised in New Hampshire and moved to North Carolina in 2000 with her husband and two children. With over two decades of experience in sales and business development, Jennifer is a seasoned professional she consistently demonstrated her ability to drive growth and foster long-term client relationships. Her strategic approach and commitment to excellence have been instrumental in her success. Jennifer is also a volunteer with the state of NC as a GAL (guardian at litem) for children in foster care.

Jonathan Odom

Jonathan Odom

With over a decade of dedicated service in the Army, Jonathan brings a wealth of experience and a strong work ethic to the field of property management. Transitioning from military life in 2020, Jonathan embarked on a new journey, applying the same commitment and precision honed during his service to managing properties with excellence and integrity.

Driven by a deep sense of purpose, Jonathan’s ambition is fueled by the unwavering support of his wife and son, as well as a steadfast commitment to his faith. This personal motivation translates into a passionate and client-focused approach in property management, where Jonathan strives to exceed expectations and deliver exceptional results.

Whether overseeing complex property portfolios or addressing the needs of individual clients, Jonathan’s military background equips him with unparalleled discipline, problem-solving skills, and a proactive mindset. His dedication to continuous improvement and excellence ensures that every property under his care is managed with the utmost attention and professionalism.

Outside of work, Jonathan enjoys spending quality time with family and engaging in outdoor activities such as surfing and camping. His journey from a decorated Army veteran to a thriving property management professional is a testament to his resilience, dedication, and commitment to making a positive impact.

William Barker

William Barker

Growing up on a North Carolina farm in Robeson County, William Barker moved to Raleigh in 1973 to attend N.C. State University. He began real estate sales in 1979, and founded Barker Realty in 1984 as an investment and property management real estate company. William Barker began selling real estate in the Raleigh area in 1979 with Bacon and Company. In 1989, William began building custom homes under William T. Barker Construction. He later formed Barker and Lovette Construction Company, specializing in commercial building renovations and fit-ups. Over this time period, William has also been involved as managing partner in several companies specializing in land development. He has served on the NC Building Code Committee, is a member of the Wake County Home Builders Association, the National HBA, and the Raleigh Board of Realtors.

Laura Sokolowski

Laura Sokolowski

Laura has been a licensed Real Estate Broker for many years and has extensive selling, leasing and property management experience. She arrived in North Carolina nearly 10 years ago with her husband and two children after spending most of her life in New Jersey. Laura enjoys spending time with family and friends. She enjoys building Legos, going to the beach, and reading. She also enjoys spending time with her 3 adopted dogs.

Laura enjoys helping others and is experienced in building relationships with owners, tenants and vendors. She is skilled at ensuring the efficiency of operations by making sure needs are completed in a timely manner, ultimately leading to the continued preservation of our owner’s assets.