Priscilla Porter

Executive Director, Property Management

As Executive Director, Property Management, Priscilla brings over 17 years of experience in New York metro residential real estate management to the Fund. In this role, Priscilla uses her extensive experience managing all major property types including high-rise apartments, town homes and freestanding houses to effectively lead a team of nine professionals responsible for all aspects of property management within the Fund. Priscilla’s uncanny ability to seamlessly coordinate the many facets of property management while effectively distributing information throughout the organization is critical for her team and the effect it has on multiple other departments within Dixon Advisory USA. Needless to say, Priscilla excels at building positive, long-term relationships with not only her teammates, but also clients and vendors.

In addition to overseeing the Property Management team, Priscilla was the driving force behind the selection and implementation of a Dixon Security and Inspections Department. As the Fund’s portfolio grew, Priscilla keenly noted that a team would be required to oversee properties during vacancy. This team, led by Priscilla and Executive Director, Michael Perez, has since grown into an independent department that not only services Fund
properties, but the unique needs of all departments within the organization.

Previously, Priscilla was responsible for managing a 1,500-unit apartment building complex in Queens, New York with over 55 staff. Over the years, Priscilla has been instrumental in implementing proven methods from her experience in large apartment buildings to the individual residential housing market. This has been crucial in achieving the Fund’s long-term property management goals.

Laura Orr

Director, Leasing

As Director of Leasing, Laura has been the driving force behind the transformation of Dixon’s Leasing Team from five people to a highly skilled team of over twenty. Previously serving as the Head of Dixon Advisory’s Australian Property Team, Laura recognizes the importance of positive client relationships and plays a pivotal role in creating operational efficiencies across all Dixon teams to ensure every tenant receives a premier end-to-end service.

Moving house can be a stressful experience, particularly in the hustle and bustle of New York, so I strive to lead a team focused on the best interests of every tenant to help them find a new home that they will love and want to live in for a long time.

Prior to moving to the U.S., Laura capitalized on her financial planning background and interest in the property market to create strategic financial plans, allowing individuals and families to secure their futures through property investment. Laura’s experience across all aspects of property ownership from financial strategy through asset selection and ongoing management has been pivotal in helping to expand and streamline Dixon’s internal operations, in addition to our portfolio of available properties. Her experience goes beyond the office, with personal residential and commercial property investments across Australia and the U.S.

Laura is a licensed realtor in Australia and the U.S. and has a Bachelor of Economics, majoring in Finance and Economics, from Sydney University. She also holds a Graduate Diploma of Financial Planning from Kaplan Professional, Australia.

Nicky Bradley

New Client Manager

Nicky Bradley is a New Client Manager with Dixon Leasing. In this role, Nicky assists prospective tenants through the journey of finding their dream home in Dixon’s expansive portfolio throughout New York and New Jersey.

“The home is such an important part of your life and finding the perfect one can be very daunting. By getting to know their personal circumstances and preferences, I am able to assist our clients in making this process as simple as possible.”

Originally from Sydney, Australia, Nicky worked as a Wealth Analyst for Dixon Advisory’s Family Wealth Management team before making the move to New York. In this position, Nicky built strong relationships with clients and helped take the stress and worry of retirement off their shoulders. She supported investment advisers in sourcing the most appropriate investment solutions tailored to their clients’ individual needs, objectives and risk appetite.

Nicky completed her Bachelor of Economics with an Economics Major at the University of Sydney. Since university, Nicky has obtained her RG146 Stockbroker’s license and is currently completing her Graduate Diploma of Financial Planning.   In her spare time, Nicky likes going sailing, having a picnic at the beach and going on hikes with friends. She is looking forward to exploring New York and the many parks, restaurants and rooftop bars it has to offer.

Robert Carver

New Client Manager

Robert Carver is a New Client Manager with Dixon Leasing. In his new role, Robert enjoys working with a diverse range of potential tenants to find properties tailored to their individual needs and preferences.

“Searching for the right home can be quite overwhelming and the New York property market can be difficult to navigate. As such, it is important to use your expertise to guide clients through the process and make them feel comfortable by fostering strong relationships.”

Robert developed his expertise from working within the Investment Advisory team in Dixon Advisory’s Canberra, Australia office where he helped hundreds of clients achieve their financial objectives.

Robert received his Bachelor of Laws with Honors and a Bachelor of Economics from The Australian National University in 2017. Since university, Robert has obtained his RG146 Stockbroker’s license and Diploma of Financial Planning.

In his spare time, Robert enjoys playing rugby, cricket and basketball. He enjoys spending time with his friends and family, is an aspiring Instagram influencer and actively trades on the Australian stock exchange.

Shaun Peterson

New Client Manager

As a New Client Manager, Shaun assists prospective clients with finding their perfect property in the New York metropolitan area.

“Finding a place to live can be a daunting experience and it is rewarding to know that we are able to assist many people find a great home.”

Shaun commenced his career within the Investment Advisory team in Dixon Advisory’s Melbourne, Australia office, where he assisted clients with managing their wealth and meeting their financial goals. From July 2019, Shaun joined the Dixon Advisory USA team where he continues to develop relationships with new clients.

Shaun received his Bachelor of Business majoring in Finance and a Bachelor of Arts from Monash University. In his spare time, Shaun enjoys travelling, spending time with friends and keeping up with fashion trends. He is also excited to continue exploring New York City. 

Jock Grant

New Client Manager

Jock Grant is a New Client Manager within the Dixon Leasing team. In this role, Jock assists prospective tenants through the journey of finding their dream home in Dixon’s expansive portfolio throughout New York and New Jersey.

Originally from Sydney, Australia, Jock worked as an Associate Investment Adviser within Evans & Partners Private Wealth team, joining the team in May 2017. During Jock’s tenure in Australia, he supported clients in forming appropriate strategies to maximize their wealth and meet their financial goals. In July 2019, Jock was invited to join the Dixon Advisory USA team where he continues to assist in developing relationships with new tenants.

“There’s no better feeling than knowing that you played a crucial role helping a tenant find their dream home for themselves and their family.”

Jock completed his Bachelor of Business at the University of Technology, Sydney in 2016 with a double major in Finance and Sports Management.

Jameel Mohammed

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR

Joining Dixon Advisory in 2012, Jameel has over eight years of experience in the Hudson County real estate market. Throughout his tenure with Dixon, Jameel has held positions ranging from Senior Acquisitions Manager, Project Manager, Leasing Manager and Associate Director. Since joining Dixon, Jameel has successfully closed an estimated $30m in real estate purchases.

Prior to joining Dixon, Jameel was an active real estate agent in Hudson County. With a focus on first time homeowners, sellers, tenant / landlord, and both private & commercial invertors, Jameel’s knowledge of the Hudson County market has allowed him to educate his clients in making well-informed real estate decisions.  

Jameel has spent his career ensuring that all parties involved in a transaction benefit from the overall outcome. This has enabled him to develop an impressive client base across all of his previous roles with the company. 

Jordan Cherson

Senior Manager

Jordan Cherson joined Dixon Leasing as a full service Leasing Manager, sharing his expertise in acquisition, highest and best-use analysis, floor plan design, leasing, reporting and disposition. Jordan has been passionate about real estate his whole life and entered the business early, starting on the property management side in his teens and later working up to affordable housing development in NYC.

By listening well to his clients' needs, Jordan sees the world through their eyes. This allows him to move forward smoothly and provide solutions for each client’s unique goals. Jordan loves his work, providing enthusiasm and dedication to each and every tenant. Always up to date on market trends, Jordan believes in empowering clients with knowledge and honest guidance.

In this urban jungle, the options are endless. There is nothing more important to me than finding solutions for my client’s needs and desires. My #1 goal is always my client’s satisfaction. 

In his spare time, Jordan enjoys working with the North Shore Animal League, volunteering with kids of incarcerated parents through Children of Promise in Bedstuy, and is an active member of REBNY. 

Jancer Guzman

Senior Leasing Manager

Jancer is passionate about his role as Senior Leasing Manager for Dixon Leasing, dedicating all of his time to delivering a personalized approach to every client and ensuring they find the right apartment, every time.  

Jancer’s extensive knowledge of Jersey City has been invaluable to the team, enlightening prospective tenants about the different parks, stores, and neighborhoods Jersey City has to offer.  

During our journey of finding the right apartment for you, a smile is all I expect!

When not at work, Jancer spends most of his time with friends and family. An avid baseball fan, Jancer is passionate about the sport and has played ever since he was nine. This led him to play at Yankee Stadium just when he was 15 years old, one of his most exciting memories to date.

Reany Liz

Leasing Manager

As a Leasing Manager, Reany's priority is to provide prospective tenants with the attention necessary to meet their requests to the best of his abilities. Eminently, as he enjoys reaching every tenant's expectations, his goal is to guide them through the new chapter of their lives—ultimately helping them find a perfect home in one of New Jersey's amazing communities. 

My goal is to help you discover your new beginning by thoroughly hearing and meeting your expectations.

In his spare time,  Reany enjoys spending time with friends and family. He's also a huge basketball fan. In his early twenties, Reany played three years of overseas basketball, which he recalls as being some of the most memorable years of his life. Furthermore, Reany played amateur baseball and practices boxing.  

Tommy Liz

Leasing Manager

Matthew Riggi

Leasing Manager

As a Leasing Manager, Matt’s main objective is to help prospective tenants navigate their way through one of the most complex rental markets in order to ultimately help them find the perfect dream home.

Matt has a vested interest in cultivating long-standing relationships with every individual client by consistently providing quality guidance throughout the leasing process.

Working for a company like Dixon, which encompasses almost every facet of the real estate cycle, coupled by a transparent, authentic ethos, feels extremely empowering and is also is enriching for my own professional development.

Matt received his Bachelor degree in Economics from Syracuse University. He has developed his breadth of knowledge for the Brooklyn market through his work with Cushman & Wakefield, a commercial real estate brokerage where he focused on deal making in the retail leasing sector.

Daniil Tcharnyi

Leasing Manager

As a Leasing Manager with Dixon Leasing, Dan strives to serve as a reliable resource for any client searching for the best from the New York metro area’s preeminent real estate market. Dan develops lasting relationships with his clients by focusing on their individual long-term goals and empowering them to overcome the complexities of finding an ideal home based on their unique lifestyles.

Prior to joining Dixon, Dan was an active Realtor and commercial property investor. He joins the Leasing team with more than half a decade of experience in both landlord and tenant issues. Dan prides himself on being able to approach any challenge from both perspectives before brokering the best possible outcome for all stakeholders.

Dan is a licensed Realtor in New York State and holds a Bachelor of Economics from the University of Southern California. In his spare time, Dan enjoys traveling and learning from the best of the world.

Kimberly Traub

Leasing Manager

Kimberly has a lifelong passion for real estate that began early in life while working with her parents who own a roofing company. When the opportunity to become a Leasing Agent with Dixon came her way, she immediately recognized the opportunity to turn her interest of real estate into a passionate life-long career.

Kimberly brings a wealth of experience in building long-term client relationships from previous experience as a retail sales manager. Not only did Kim instill the importance of listening and learning about client needs with her associates, she’s made it a personal goal to always take time to learn about clients’ unique lifestyles and personal goals in order to help them find a home that makes them truly happy.

I love working for a company that truly takes pride in the culture they've established and the quality of work they do. 

Kimberly holds a Bachelor degree in Business Management with a minor in Organizational & Community Leadership from the University of Delaware. In her free time, Kim enjoys traveling and meeting new people—exactly why her role as Leasing Agent is the perfect fit for her. She gets to travel to beautiful properties while meeting new people and learning about their lives.

Delores Little

Head of Renewals

Delores is currently the Head of Renewals for Dixon Leasing, handling renewals for all current tenants to ensure they are happy and continue living in a Dixon home. She holds a Bachelors of Arts in Sociology and Criminal Justice from Rutgers University.  

Before Delores’ role as Head of Renewals, she assisted Dixon in the settlement of over 400 properties, giving her an in-depth understanding of the company’s portfolio. Prior to Dixon, Delores worked with the City of Camden, NJ in the acquisition and/or disposal of properties, as well as monitoring and reporting the financial activities of various state and federal projects in excess of $11.9 million dollars.    

Dixon has been a wonderful environment to not just utilize, but expand on my skills, while collaborating with brilliant colleagues.  

Outside of work, Delores is quite the foodie and enjoys trying out trendy new restaurants and traveling with her friends and daughter.

Erica Trusty

Applications Manager

Erica joined Dixon Leasing as Leasing Administrator. In her role, Erica is responsible for assisting prospective and existing tenants throughout the leasing process. Erica is distinctively qualified in client services, capitalizing on a wealth of previous experience gained from her most recent role of account manager for an award-winning news outlet in Maryland. 

Erica earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing from Rutgers University, and later earned an MBA from the University of Maryland, College Park.

I love connecting with clients and fostering a remarkable experience that they will recall for a long time. 

Erica is a self-proclaimed pop culture enthusiast and loves American football.

Emily Diaz

Leasing Administrator

As a leasing administrator, Emily’s passion for the real estate industry continues to grow. Having previously worked as a real estate agent and an administrative assistant, Emily has gained a unique insight into all aspects of the real estate world, all of which lead to ensuring clients are provided with an efficient and simple leasing process.

Dixon is so much fun! I was so excited about joining to gain exposure to new experiences that will continue to contribute to my real estate experience. Providing clients with a stress-free process into their new home is a wonderful feeling!

When not helping clients into their new homes and finishing her studies at John Jay, Emily is out and about exploring New York City with her son. Together, they enjoy watching movies, going on adventures, and enjoying all the different foods available to them in this great city. 

Salvatore Costa

Leasing Administrator

Salvatore joined Dixon Leasing as a Leasing Administrator. In his role, Salvatore is responsible for reviewing applications, assisting existing tenants, and coordinating with leasing managers. Salvatore acquired his office experience working in Charlotte, North Carolina for the largest contract foodservice company in the world.

Salvatore earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Mass Communications from the University of South Carolina and is currently an MBA candidate at Manhattan College.

“Working for Dixon has been a wonderful experience. Interacting with real estate professionals on a daily basis has been extremely beneficial for my career progression. I am excited to grow within Dixon and offer the absolute best service to our prospective and existing tenants.”

In his spare time, Salvatore enjoys playing golf and basketball, attending sporting events, and going to country music concerts.

Valentina Gjelaj

Associate Director, Property Management

Valentina has been a property manager at Dixon since 2013. Before entering the real estate and investment sector, Valentina used her Marketing degree from St. Thomas Aquinas College to found and run her own event marketing business in Minneapolis, where she spent two years cultivating the business before returning home. 

Valentina is a tried and true New Yorker, born in Queens, and having lived in Flushing, Orange and Rockland Counties, Hackensack, NJ, and now The Bronx. Her intimate knowledge of the NY Metro Area drives her approach to her work, which is fueled by building strong interpersonal relationships with her clients through a mutual understanding of their communities. 

As a property manager at Dixon, I have the opportunity to help people live better, and helping people in such a pivotal way is truly rewarding work.

When not in the office, Valentina enjoys travelling, especially to warm weather climates where the sun is strong and the water is warm. While not jet setting, Valentina keeps it simple; whether she’s taking a leisurely drive while singing along to 90s music; paying visits to her large and tight-knit family; or simply cuddling up to some nice Italian food while catching up on her shows.   

Judy Gutierrez

Senior Property Manager

Judy has been a property manager with Dixon Advisory since 2015. Judy is a graduate of Rutgers University, where she received a BA in Political Science. After working as a paralegal for two years, Judy discovered that she would much rather work within the realm of New York Metropolitan real estate management. Coming from a very quiet town in New Jersey, Judy has grown to love city life and all it has to offer.

When Judy is not managing over 120 properties, she enjoys binge watching home improvement shows with her small fluffy dog and trying out new restaurants around the city. Judy finds happiness in the little things, and loves the feeling she gets when she helps one of her tenants maximize comfort in their new home. Judy is most proud of the long-lasting tenant relationships that she has cultivated, a testament to her dedication and work ethic.

Marvin Lajara

Property Manager

As a Property Manager with Dixon Leasing, Marvin swiftly tends to any maintenance requests or concerns a tenant may have. He uses his varied skillset to maximize the level of satisfaction for all Dixon tenants.

Marvin developed his expertise from working as a Project Manager and Project Estimator at a commercial door supplier in New Jersey. The skills Marvin acquired through managing various projects weekly and maintaining close communication with external vendors allowed for a natural transition to the Property Management team at Dixon.

“My goal is to be able to help every tenant with a smile on my face. It’s truly a great feeling knowing you helped someone with something as personal as their home.”

Marvin received his Associates Degree in Civil Engineering Technology from Mercer County Community College. In his spare time, Marvin enjoys playing and recording music, and urban photography. He spends most of his weekends in New York capturing all the beautiful sights the city has to offer.

JONATHAN GUZMAN

PROPERTY MANAGER

Jonathan Guzman brings the Dixon Leasing property management team a wealth of experience from working in a variety of property-related customer service positions. Today, Jonathan uses his unique skillset to provide outstanding service to his tenants making sure they are satisfied and their expectations are exceeded. 

Jonathan has never shied away from hard work, and has continued to gain increasing responsibility in a business that never stops growing. Having held positions ranging from porter and doorman at a young age, to leasing specialist/operations coordinator and property manager today, Jonathan is a resident expert in customer-centric solutions that make tenants happy.

Sometimes we’re all too quick to count the days that we forget to make the days count. Due to the exuberant environment at Dixon I look forward to coming to the office every day and assisting all my tenants.

On his time off, Jonathan loves to travel with his family and hopes to one day get to see the world and what it has to offer, all while capturing it on his GoPro camera. 

Diony Elias

Associate Director, Field Services

Diony joined Dixon Advisory in 2014 as Field Services Manager. He is a graduate of Brandeis University where he earned a degree in English Literature and double-minor concentrations in Philosophy and Legal Studies.

Prior to starting his career at Dixon, Diony acquired a legal background by assisting associates, partners and clients in multiple high-pressured closings comprised of Capital Markets & Securities (IPO's) and Structured Finance, Mergers & Acquisitions as a corporate paralegal. In 2005, Diony co-founded a real estate investment company specializing in residential development. As company president, Diony raised capital, managed properties and oversaw multi-million dollar renovation projects—making him an ideal addition to the Dixon team.

Dixon is a second home to me. I admire my colleagues and thoroughly enjoy working with our clients.

Diony is a native New Yorker who enjoys the city’s fast pace, but also appreciates the serenity in his Jersey City downtown neighborhood. When not in the office, you can catch Diony leisurely art hopping in Chelsea, LES and Bushwick where he serves artists and collectors as a contemporary art consultant.

Jose Rivera

Senior Field Services Manager

As a Field Services Manager with Dixon Leasing, Jose manages the contractors who perform on-site routine services including installation, maintenance and repair, to ensure Dixon clients are completely satisfied with all services provided. Jose works to improve overall efficiency and Dixon’s ability to promptly address and rectify any number of tenant requests.

Prior to starting his career at Dixon, Jose was Chief Operations Manager in the United States Marine Corps, where he managed and operated 50 million dollars of assets and created a process of disposition that generated 2 million dollars per year in revenue. As Chief Operations Manager, Jose was also in charge of personnel management, logistics and accounting where he oversaw several multi-million dollar projects. These experiences contributed to Jose’s strong sense of discipline and impeccable work ethic, characteristics that make Jose an ideal addition to the Dixon team.

Jose is a graduate of Pace University’s Lubin School of Business where he earned his Bachelor of Administration degree in Finance. Jose is a native New Yorker and enjoys all that city life has to offer. In his free time, Jose enjoys trading stocks, traveling, dining out and exercising.

Daniel Giancaspro

Field Services Manager

Daniel Giancaspro is a Field Service Manager with Dixon Advisory. In this role, Daniel manages the contractors who perform on-site routine services including installation, maintenance and repair, to ensure Dixon’s high standards are met. Daniel guarantees all Dixon tenants are fully satisfied by ensuring repairs are handled in a timely and professional manner. Daniel developed his expertise from working at Dream Homes & Development Corporation and Rotella Contractors. Here he gained experience working on residential construction sites on a wide variety of tasks including, electrical work, plumbing, and framing houses affected by hurricane Sandy. Daniel also managed the entire Panera Bread contract for Magna Industries, where he directly processed orders, arranged shipments, and resolved customer service issues.

Daniel pursued an Associate’s Degree in Aviation Maintenance from Pennsylvania College of Technology.

“I enjoy ensuring the clients and providing them with the same standards, care, and attention to detail that I expect.”

In his spare time, Daniel enjoys hiking, maintaining his own car, as well as expanding his personal vinyl collection.

Peter Gomez

Field Services Manager

As a Field Services Manager, Peter is responsible for the on-site supervision of contractors and vendors executing routine property maintenance. Peter also works closely with the Property Management and Leasing teams to provide prompt attention to tenant maintenance requests and increased capabilities to provide timely assistance to all members of the Dixon family.

Prior to joining Dixon, Peter worked at Burberry Group, Inc. where he successfully completed a one-year Burberry Create merchandising program, and established a strong background in sales and customer service. Peter continued his professional development while working at Joel Compunet Solutions, Inc. and Tao Group. Through these experiences, Peter gained leadership skills by taking action to solve problems in a timely manner, while also training colleagues on the art of providing quality service.

Peter continues his coursework at New Jersey City University (NJCU) to attain his Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics. In his spare time, Peter enjoys cycling around New York City, spending time with loved ones and keeping fit at the gym.

Aaron Rosario

Field Services Manager

Aaron Rosario is a Field Services Manager with Dixon Leasing.  He provides on-site supervision of vendors and contractors performing routine property maintenance. Aaron maintains a close relationship with the leasing and property management team to ensure all of the tenant’s needs and requests are satisfied. Aaron started in Dixon’s Security team and was promoted to the field services team in his first year with the company. 

Prior to Dixon, Aaron developed his admirable personality as a Car Salesman at Hudson Chrysler Jeep Dodge in Jersey City. While there, he excelled at problem solving and making sure the customer was always happy. 

Aaron pursued a Medical Degree from Monroe College while playing Baseball. 

In his spare time, Aaron enjoys playing basketball, baseball and football. Also, he is a part owner of The Whole 9, an athletic training business that enhances all athletes while inspiring them to peak their abilities past their potential. 

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Tatiana Nova

Executive Assistant, Field Services

As an Executive Assistant with the Field Services Department on the Dixon Leasing team, Tatiana juggles multiple responsibilities. She manages the Field Services calendar, maintains the Fund's master database, and liaises between contractors, vendors and tenants. Additionally, Tatiana is well versed in comprehensive software’s such as Trello, Yardi and Master King, all of which are key components in the day-to-day workings of Field Services.

 Prior to this role, Tatiana was the Senior Office Coordinator. In this role she, managed incoming calls, greeted and directed visitors, provided outstanding customer service to clients and manages office supplies—all while providing administrative support to Dixon teammates. Tatiana's overwhelming success as a Senior Office Coordinator paved the way for her transition to her current role as Executive Assistant of Field Services.

“I enjoy ensuring everyone has a pleasant experience. I’ve done my job if I’ve made people feel welcome and let them know I’m here to help with anything.”

Tatiana developed her expertise from working at E. Waters & Associates as a receptionist, P.C., Claim It! as a brand ambassador, and the SUNY Morrisville as an office assistant. Working as a brand ambassador, receptionist and office assistant helped Tatiana develop great customer service skills, become an excellent multi-tasker, quickly solve problems and handle work under pressure.