“If you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change.”

- Wayne Dyer

Kathy began her career with Mainlander in the late 1990‘s before setting off to explore her passion working alongside children with special needs. Kathy returned to Mainlander in 2006 as the Assistant to the Broker and is an integral part of the marketing and administrative team. Kathy holds a BS in Social Science from Portland State University.

“Do unto others as you wish others do unto you.”

- The Bible

Alverna is a transplanted Hawaiian. However, having lived here in Oregon for 37 years makes her an “almost native” Oregonian. The cooler climate better suits her.

Alverna has 2 grown children, 2 grandchildren and Maxine. Maxine is 5 years old and also works here at Mainlander. Her job description includes greeting and screening prospective clients, cleaning children‘s faces and chasing sunbeams. Maxine is Mainlander‘s resident pug.

Alverna has been with Mainlander for 19 years as their client accountant. During her tenure, she has witnessed the amazing changes and growth of the company.

“A house is not a home unless it contains food and fire for the mind as well as the body.”

- Benjamin Franklin

I was born and raised in Portland Oregon. I attended the University of Oregon where I attained my Bachelors degree in political science and business. I am currently enrolled at the University of Portland working towards the completion of my MBA. In my free time I enjoy playing and watching sports, I am a big Oregon Ducks fan and never miss a game. I also enjoy active pass times such as skiing, hiking, and camping.

“There are few, if any, jobs in which ability alone is sufficient. Needed, also, are loyalty, sincerity, enthusiasm and team play.”

- William B. Given Jr.

Susan moved from the mid-West to Oregon in 1972. After graduating from the University of Oregon with a BA in Journalism she began a career in non profit that spanned fourteen years. The shift to property management was made five years ago from a continued desire to help others. She enjoys music, long walks, playing with her two cats, and is enthralled with her three grandchildren.

“You must be the change you wish to see in the world.”

- Mahatma Gandhi

Sue grew up in Klamath Falls, Oregon, attended Oregon Institute of Technology and Willamette University then transferred to International Christian University in Tokyo, Japan. She lived in Japan for four years in the early 1980s. Returning to Portland in 1984, Sue went to work for a small developer who managed the properties he was unable to sell. After about two years as an assistant property manager, she purchased the company and grew it to about 500 doors. In 1996 Sue sold her business to Mainlander and came to work here part-time on a temporary basis to help with the transition. Thirteen years later, it is obvious that the Sue enjoys the variety of the property management business, and just can‘t leave because there is never a dull moment!

She is very happily married to her college sweetheart for nearly 30 years. They raised two sons in Portland. Away from the office, she enjoys camping, playing with the family husky and supporting her family‘s sporting events. Sue volunteers with a local inner city track club and various political action groups.

“If you have integrity, nothing else matters. If you don't have integrity, nothing else matters.”

- Alan K. Simpson, U.S. Senator

Salena came to Mainlander with a degree in Business Management from Linfield College and began as a Leasing Agent, moving into the Assistant Property Manager position for Team D then taking on the role of Property Manager in November, 2010. As an owner of a rental properties herself, she clearly understands the importance of keeping costs down while maintaining positive relationships with both tenants and owners. A native of California, Salena happily moved to Oregon in 1988 and now considers herself a true “Californigonian”. She enjoys the outdoors, indulging her artistic pursuits and spending time with her two wonderful sons.

“I am a great believer in luck, and I find the harder I work the more I have of it.”

- Stephen Leacock

“Let me help you.”

I'm a grandfather who is on his third career; all of them related to helping people. Basically that's what I do for Mainlander is help owners and tenants with everything from clogged drains to wasp nests. I look forward to helping you.

“Life is not about how much you have, it is about the relationships you create and your personal integrity. Do the best you can, don't make excuses, and be honest in all you do.”

Bobby has been in the business of home repairs and remodeling since 1994. As an employee and as a sole proprietor Bobby has been part of projects that have ranged in value from $100 - $1,000,000. These projects have been in residential and commercial projects.The highlight of his remodeling adventures came when he remodeled a West Linn kitchen that was featured in Oregon Homes Green Living Magazine (2007 Summer Annual Edition). Bobby came to Mainlander Property Management in 02/08. His goal is 100% customer satisfaction. He understands that we all want to live in functional home.