Management Team
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Brian Bush, CPM
Partner
Brian has been a leader at Heritage Properties and Bush-Watson since 2001, and has been a real estate and construction professional since 1986. He has...
Brian has been a leader at Heritage Properties and Bush-Watson since 2001, and has been a real estate and construction professional since 1986. He has considerable construction and operational experience in single-family and multifamily communities, and he has achieved IREM’s Certified Property Manager designation (CPM), and holds a Massachusetts Construction Supervisor’s License (unlimited). He is a graduate of St. Anselm College. -
Jeff Bush
President
As President, Jeff works closely with the senior management team in overseeing the staff and operations at Heritage Properties. Jeff joined Heritage P...
As President, Jeff works closely with the senior management team in overseeing the staff and operations at Heritage Properties. Jeff joined Heritage Properties in 2016 as an analyst, where he was tasked with identifying, inspecting, and closing new acquisition, redevelopment, and investment opportunities. He continues much of this work in his role as President. Jeff graduated from Brown University and holds a certificate in Real Estate Finance from Boston University. Prior to coming to work at Heritage, Jeff worked as a special education teacher on Cape Cod. Jeff holds a board seat on the House of Hope and enjoys all things outdoors – particularly swimming, biking and running. -
Mindy Diamantopoulos, CPM
Chief Operating Officer
Mindy is responsible for all the residential property management operations at Heritage Properties. Mindy has risen through the ranks due to her great...
Mindy is responsible for all the residential property management operations at Heritage Properties. Mindy has risen through the ranks due to her great skills and personality. Mindy oversees all properties and staff and is the key operations person in the Organization. She has achieved IREM’s Certified Property Manager (CPM®) designation. She also holds a Certified Credit Compliance Professional (C3P) for Low Income Housing Tax Credit. She holds a BS in Business Management from Central Connecticut State University. -
Chris Petersen, CPM
Vice President
Chris manages a portfolio of multifamily assets consisting of nearly 900 units across 12 sites. He is responsible for corporate finances, reporting an...
Chris manages a portfolio of multifamily assets consisting of nearly 900 units across 12 sites. He is responsible for corporate finances, reporting and budgeting. Chris also assists with the lender financing for acquisition and disposition of both the residential and commercial portfolios that we manage. He has earned IREM’s Certified Property Manager (CPM®) designation. Chris holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from St. Anselm College. -
Derek Coulombe
VP of Acquisitions
Derek joined Heritage Properties in 2023. Prior to joining the Heritage Properties team, Derek spent 17 years structuring and placing debt and equity ...
Derek joined Heritage Properties in 2023. Prior to joining the Heritage Properties team, Derek spent 17 years structuring and placing debt and equity for commercial real estate owners and investors. Derek’s primary responsibility with Heritage Properties is to identify, underwrite and structure multifamily acquisition and development opportunities. Derek has been a long time member of REFA, NAIOP and ULI, is a graduate of Clark University and spends his free time at the hockey rink or outdoors running or riding. -
Katie Donahue, MBA
Senior Accountant
As senior accountant, Katie performs general accounting functions for the Organization’s portfolio of properties. These duties include maintaining fin...
As senior accountant, Katie performs general accounting functions for the Organization’s portfolio of properties. These duties include maintaining financial reports and records, as well as performing general bookkeeping and budget preparation. Katie holds a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) with a Concentration in Accounting from Assumption College and a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting from Assumption College, with a Minor in Management. -
Danielle Guffy, ARM
Regional Manager
Danielle joined Heritage Properties in 2017. Danielle has been engaged in the Property Management Industry for five years prior to joining the Heritag...
Danielle joined Heritage Properties in 2017. Danielle has been engaged in the Property Management Industry for five years prior to joining the Heritage Properties' team. She has achieved IREM's Accredited Residential Manager (ARM) certification. In addition, Danielle has her BS in History from Rhode Island College and a MA in Public History from Southern New Hampshire University. Danielle took on our Operations Manager position where she will be using her background in Property Management to further promote the growth of Heritage Properties. As of June 2021 Danielle was promoted to our Regional Manager position where she oversees multiple managers for sites in the Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island areas. -
Greg St. Hilaire
Project Superintendent
Greg started with Heritage Properties in 2016 as the Groundskeeper and has worked his way through several positions to his current one as Project Supe...
Greg started with Heritage Properties in 2016 as the Groundskeeper and has worked his way through several positions to his current one as Project Superintendent. In his current role, Greg is responsible for overseeing all renovation work throughout the entire portfolio. -
Jessica Michaud
Community Manager, Grant Mill & The Belmore
Jessica joined Heritage Properties in August of 2019 as the Community Manager of Grant Mill in Providence, RI. She brings with her years of experience...
Jessica joined Heritage Properties in August of 2019 as the Community Manager of Grant Mill in Providence, RI. She brings with her years of experience in Residential Property Management, Leasing and Investment Analytics. Jessica previously managed a residential portfolio in CT comprised of over 200 apartments. -
Samantha Gelinas
Community Manager, Waterhead & Hillcrest Gardens
Samantha brings years of experience in property management to her role at Heritage Properties. Joining the team in October of 2021, Samantha oversees ...
Samantha brings years of experience in property management to her role at Heritage Properties. Joining the team in October of 2021, Samantha oversees the day-to-day operations and maintenance of Waterhead and Hillcrest Gardens, serving as the primary contact for residents at both communities in Lowell, MA. Previously, she was the property manager for a 130-unit residential community in NH. Samantha is a graduate of Westfield State University where she received a bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice/Psychology. -
Ernest Smither
Community Manager, The Kiln
Ernest joined Heritage Properties in 2022 as the Community Manager of The Kiln in Worcester, MA. He brings with him years of experience in Residential...
Ernest joined Heritage Properties in 2022 as the Community Manager of The Kiln in Worcester, MA. He brings with him years of experience in Residential & Commercial Property Management, Leasing and Development. Ernest previously has been a Director of Property for a non-profit, and has managed residential portfolios in MA, RI, and TX. -
Candice Bovill
Leasing Manager
Candice is the Leasing Manager for Heritage's Lowell and Tyngsboro portfolio. She has been in Residential Property Management for over 8 years. Candic...
Candice is the Leasing Manager for Heritage's Lowell and Tyngsboro portfolio. She has been in Residential Property Management for over 8 years. Candice oversees the day-to-day of her portfolio’s leasing management. In addition to her management background, Candice brings years of focused customer service experience and enjoys working in the local area that she calls home. Candice holds an Associate's Degree in Nursing from St. Joseph’s School of Nursing in Nashua, NH. -
Patrick Mayo
Maintenance Superintendent
Patrick joined Heritage Properties in October 2022 as the Maintenance Superintendent for the Lowell portfolio. Patrick has been a Maintenance Supervis...
Patrick joined Heritage Properties in October 2022 as the Maintenance Superintendent for the Lowell portfolio. Patrick has been a Maintenance Supervisor and has been in the maintenance field for over 15 years, including previous residential experience in a 133-unit apartment building that was refurbished from a historic chocolate factory. He has achieved an HVAC Universal License from Intercoast College.