ABOUT OUR LEADERSHIP
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Mary Gron oversees accounting and financial management in her role as NE Management’s Executive Vice President. She has been actively involved in apartment management for four decades and has a wide range of expertise that includes both the repositioning of distressed assets and stabilizing newly constructed, Class A, luxury apartment communities. She has overseen more than 75 apartment communities with HUD-insured loans and serves as NE Management’s HUD liaison for required HUD reporting for Accounting and Management.

Mary previously served as the Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of CS Management, where she oversaw all on-site operations, supervised personnel hiring and training, developed and maintained policies and procedures, directed marketing and advertising programs, and developed and coordinated the company’s accounting and management divisions. Mary has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Central Oklahoma. She served on the board of the Apartment Association of Central Oklahoma and is a former Vice President of the Accredited Resident Managers of the Oklahoma City Chapter of the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM).

Melinda Riggs is a seasoned real estate professional with an impressive career spanning over two decades. Specializing in property development, management, and renovation across various sectors, Melinda has worked with REITs, private ownership, multi-family housing, hotel flagship properties, and historical building restoration. Her extensive experience and expertise extend across two states, making her a recognized figure in the industry.

Melinda’s educational foundation began with advanced studies in Marketing and Business Administration at Tarleton State University. She further advanced her career by earning key industry designations, including Certified Property Manager (CPM) and Apartment Residential Manager (ARM), highlighting her proficiency in property management.

Her leadership roles include serving as the Past President of the Apartment Association of Central Oklahoma and as President of the State of Oklahoma for two consecutive terms. Melinda also contributed significantly as a member of the Board of Directors and Secretary of the Executive Committee, advancing the real estate industry in her region.

Her expertise is particularly notable in overseeing the construction of multi-family housing, high-profile Marriott hotel flagship properties, and luxury high-rise apartments. One of her standout achievements is the renovation of Oklahoma City’s First National Center, a prestigious historical building. As the Asset Manager for this project, Melinda skillfully integrated modern amenities while preserving the building’s architectural integrity, demonstrating her passion for historical preservation.

Melinda's extensive experience in REITs and private ownership has provided her with deep experience in managing large-scale investments and portfolios, further showcasing her versatility in the real estate field. With a focus on operational excellence, effective project execution, and community impact, Melinda Riggs continues to shape developments that balance modern innovation with the preservation of historic landmarks.

Grace Zigler is a seasoned multifamily property management executive with over 40 years of experience in the industry. As the Senior Vice President at NE Property Management, she has demonstrated an exceptional ability to drive operational excellence, maximize profitability, enhance property value, and lead high-performing teams. Grace’s career spans leadership roles at Fogelman Management, Davis Development, and MAA. Her extensive experience includes overseeing conventional property operations and managing new construction lease-ups across diverse markets such as Texas, Colorado, Wyoming, Oklahoma, and Georgia. Known for her strategic foresight and commitment to excellence, she consistently delivers strong financial results and fosters positive resident experiences. 

Her core areas of expertise include property market research and analysis, budget development, monthly financial assessments, and executive reporting. Grace is also highly skilled in associate recruitment and hiring, ensuring her teams are equipped to meet the demands of a competitive market. Her strategic approach has driven significant growth and value creation within the communities she oversees. With a proven track record of optimizing property performance and cultivating strong resident relationships, Grace remains a respected leader in the multifamily property management industry. Her legacy is marked by a dedication to continuous improvement, operational efficiency, and the development of thriving communities.

Laurie Frias is an accomplished marketing executive and operations strategist with over a decade of international experience in property and brand management. Currently serving as the VP of Marketing for NEPM, Laurie oversees the marketing department for the company. Her strategic oversight has been instrumental in the successful lease-up of over hundreds of new construction properties across Texas, Colorado, and Arizona. Before joining NEPM, Laurie served as Vice President of Marketing for Willow Bridge (formerly Lincoln Property Company), where she spearheaded high-level brand strategies for one of the nation’s largest property management portfolios. Her leadership at the corporate executive level has given her a profound understanding of Class A+ luxury development, private label creation, and the sophisticated deployment of SEO, SEM, and SMM strategies to drive portfolio growth.

Originally from France, Laurie earned her Master’s Degree in International Business before moving to Sydney, Australia, to work as a Brand and Communications Manager in the high-fashion industry. This global, fashion-forward background informs her unique approach to real estate marketing, allowing her to bridge the gap between boutique brand aesthetics and large-scale operational efficiency. By combining technical marketing proficiency with a passion for team development, Laurie remains a driving force in optimizing workflows and delivering premier results for NEPM’s clients.

April Moss is a seasoned leader with over 20 years of management experience, including 15 years of deep-rooted expertise in the property management industry. Currently serving as the Business Systems Director at NE Property Management, April leverages a diverse professional background that spans multifamily housing, student housing, hospitality, and marketing and communications. This multifaceted perspective allows her to approach operations with a comprehensive lens, consistently prioritizing service excellence and fostering a culture of continuous organizational improvement.

April’s trajectory at NEPM reflects her high-impact leadership style; after joining NEPM as a Property Manager, she was promoted to Area Vice President within just two years. In 2021, she transitioned into her current role, where she leads the operations team and oversees internal support systems to ensure seamless communication and cross-departmental synergy. Her ability to inspire teams is backed by her studies in Organizational Leadership at Lubbock Christian University and her extensive history of industry advocacy. April has served as both President and Vice President of the Permian Basin Apartment Association and as a board member of the Texas Apartment Association, where she has been instrumental in driving initiatives that benefit the property management community at both local and state levels.

A recognized technical expert, April possesses exhaustive knowledge of RealPage Property Management Software. She has become an integral partner to RealPage, collaborating closely with their development teams to test and enhance new products. By combining this technical proficiency with a passion for empowering teams through innovative training solutions, April remains dedicated to optimizing operational workflows and contributing to the sustained growth of her organization and its clients.

Janie Andrews finished her academic education at Southeastern Oklahoma State University. Although she initially planned to pursue a career in teaching, she quickly realized her strengths were better suited for business. In the early 2000s, she entered the property management industry as a Leasing Specialist and immediately found her passion.

Since then, she has built a diverse career spanning management, marketing, sales, development, and value-add initiatives. Today, she serves as Area Vice President with NE Property Management, where she has been an integral part of the organization since its inception.

She is deeply committed to team development and performance coaching, believing that when individuals feel heard, supported, and confident, they perform at their highest level. Her leadership style focuses on empowering teams to succeed, with results that consistently reflect that investment.

Harry Hooker is a real estate management professional with significant property management operations, leadership and communication skills. He is proficient at property and project management and has great employee relations skills.

Harry has a strong ability to take on troubled assets to improve performance and NOI. One of his strongest abilities is to build a team, then train them to achieve their highest performance. As a consensus builder, he can relate with both leadership and on the ground work force.

Harry has significant management experience in the Texas market, particularly Dallas, Houston and San Antonio. He has managed up to 32 properties and up to 9,500 units as Regional Vice President prior to joining NE Management in 2017. He currently supervises a diversified portfolio of properties in Texas and Oklahoma for NE.

Harry also has both small- and large-scale construction project management experience involving community renovations and value add rehabilitation projects such as unit upgrades. He has a vast network of reliable and economical vendors and contractors.

Harry has worked with A to C asset classes, rebrands, conventional with a heavy background in special projects and quick turnarounds. He is an expert at re-positioning properties using value add techniques such as unit upgrades and property rehabs.