Our Team - Berger Communities

Kyle Gallagher

Regional Property Manager

About Kyle

Kyle serves as the Regional Manager of the West Chester area, overseeing 8 communities. Known for his results-driven approach, he is dedicated to fostering growth and empowering his team to achieve their best outcomes. By building consensus and encouraging a team first culture, he ensures that both individual and collective goals are met. Kyle’s leadership has been a key factor in the region’s continued growth. His primary objective is to inspire his team with the same drive, ensuring their success and, consequently, the overall success of Berger.

Favorite Fundamental #11:
We promote continuous improvement in everything we do.

Team Development, Results-Driven, Operational Success

Spending time with family and friends, running, attending Phillies games and concerts

Anne-Marie Niklaus - Chief Operating Officer

Kristina Super

Director of Strategic Services

About Kristina

As the Director of Strategic Services, Kristina is an expert in all company systems and processes. With a keen focus on successful software implementation and onboarding, Kristina plays a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless integration of new processes within the company. She serves as a strategic partner to operational team members by providing technical leadership to support and enhance operational strategies. Driven by a passion for continuous improvement, Kristina thrives on the challenge of identifying solutions for the company’s evolving needs. She is dedicated to striking the perfect balance between leveraging technology and maintaining a streamlined operational approach.

Bringing a wealth of expertise to the table, Kristina holds a CAM certification and previously served as a Pennsylvania Apartment Association instructor for several years, teaching NALP courses and Financial Bootcamp. She has received multiple peer-nominated awards, highlighting her commitment to upholding company fundamentals, fostering the company’s vision, and consistently surpassing expectations in her role with her responsive and supportive approach.

Favorite Fundamental #5:
We’re Responsive

Strategic Planning, Internal Control Execution, and Improvement

Spending all my spare time with my husband and two sons, cheering them on in Baseball and Karate!

Stephanie Neely

Director of Accounting

About Stephanie

As the Director of Accounting, Stephanie focuses on accurate reporting to both internal and external parties and oversees Cash Management, as well as the Accounts Payable process, for the portfolio. She strives for a collaborative environment within the Accounting Department and across our Home Office and site teams, and truly believes we do our best work together.

Favorite Fundamental #12:
We promote collaboration and teamwork

Financial Statements, Cash Management, and Collaboration

Spending time with my husband and 3 kids

Jennifer Bloome

Director of Marketing

About Jennifer

Jennifer serves as the Director of Marketing at Berger Communities, where she brings over 15 years of industry experience, including more than seven years specializing in the multifamily sector. In her role, she oversees the day-to-day marketing operations across the entire Berger residential portfolio and plays a key role in the marketing initiatives of new development projects. From the naming and branding of new properties to successful lease-up strategies, Jennifer ensures each project reflects the unique value of the Berger brand.

Dedicated to creating sustainable marketing plans and achieving successful outcomes, Jennifer collaborates closely with both internal and external partners, cultivating communities that stand out in competitive markets. Under her guidance, her team strengthens online reputations, devises compelling social media strategies, and develops brands that resonate deeply with today’s renters.

Jennifer’s commitment to refining and optimizing Berger’s marketing approach ensures that every initiative is effective and meaningfully contributes to the broader objectives of Berger Communities. She fosters collaboration and empowers team members with the resources they need to expand their reach and achieve their goals, further contributing to the overall success and growth of the company.

Favorite Fundamental #11:
We promote continuous improvement in everything we do.

Strategic Storytelling, Campaign Optimization, Brand Development

Spending time with family and friends, traveling, music and reading

Emil Cozma

Director of Capital Projects

About Emil

With over 15 years of residential construction experience, Emil joined Berger Rental Communities in 2021. Emil’s experience includes owning a construction business and working for 10 years as a Senior Operations Manager for the 4th largest Housing Authority in the nation.
At BRC, Emil and his team works closely with the development, maintenance and acquisition teams to identify, plan, and implement the company’s capital projects, including property rehabs, and major building repairs.

Fundamental # 19:
We presume goodwill and good intent

Construction project management, project scheduling and budgeting.

Family, travel, gardening.

James Burke

Vice President, General Counsel

About James

As General Counsel, James is responsible for overseeing legal operations, risk management and compliance throughout the company. During his career, he has developed a business-oriented approach that legal and risk management should be holistic, practical and efficient to facilitate responsible and sustainable growth for the company and its employees. He has served as both outside and in-house counsel for multifamily and student housing developers and operators throughout the United States and, prior to joining Berger Rental Communities, was Vice President and Assistant General Counsel with Balfour Beatty Investments. James is a graduate of Albany Law School and is a licensed attorney in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.

Favorite Fundamental #2:
We always do the right thing.

Legal, Risk Management, Compliance and Company Culture

Spending time with my wife and three children as well as fishing, hunting, running and time outdoors in creation.

Paul Lynch

Chief Accounting Officer

About Paul

As Chief Accounting Officer, Paul leads Berger Communities’ accounting operations with a strategic emphasis on enhancing financial systems and processes to drive operational efficiency. He is a licensed CPA with over a decade of experience in public accounting, including PricewaterhouseCoopers, and additional experience in the real estate and hospitality industries. Paul draws on his background to drive process improvements, ensure accurate financial reporting, and support the organization’s sustained success and growth.

Favorite Fundamental #8:
We have no problems – only opportunities.

Financial Oversight and Strategic Planning

Spending time with family, travel, and golf.

Jean Whiteley

Regional Property Manager

About Jean

Meet Jean, our Regional Property Manager overseeing the Berger North region. With more than 30 years of valuable experience in the industry and a history of holding various key roles, Jean has earned a reputation as a respected leader in her field. Jean’s dedication revolves around her commitment to customer service excellence. She firmly believes that the most important part of any successful business is the people who work there. To Jean, building a great team involves trust, ongoing growth, being responsive, and making personal connections, all while nurturing an outstanding company culture. Her goal is to breathe life into our 21 fundamentals through leading by example and understanding the needs of her team and customers. Jean’s vision helps us keep improving in property management, making sure that both our residents and team members enjoy a friendly and thriving community.

Favorite Fundamental #1:
We are a family

Customer Service, Company Culture, Collaboration

I enjoy spending time with family and friends, antiquing, gardening and the beach!

Victoria Green

Regional Property Manager

About Victoria

Prior to joining Berger, Victoria did not have any industry experience. She graduated college with a bachelor’s degree in business administration, and all she knew was that she wanted to lead a team and manage a business. With Berger, Victoria started as a leasing consultant in West Chester, and in 6 short months, she was promoted to property manager. Along her Berger journey, Victoria had additional properties added to her portfolio and became a multi-site property manager. She currently oversees the Berger East portfolio as Regional Property Manager and is committed to empowering teams and providing them with all the resources they need to be successful.

Favorite Fundamental #13:
We deliver high quality as a matter of personal pride

Performance Driven, Maximize Operational Efficiency, Team Development

Traveling, Food, and Spending time with family

Kelli Durham

Human Resources Director

About Kelli

As the HR Director, Kelly partners with all team members to provide the best employee experience possible. She collaborates with our Executive Team on policies, benefits, and other company initiatives, and works with our legal team to ensure compliance. She engages with our Operations Team to solve employee opportunities and obtain feedback from our employees about what is going well and what we can do to improve.

Favorite Fundamental #2:
We always do the right thing

Team member support, Benefits, Compliance, and Payroll

Family, sporting events, hiking, and swimming

Ryan Massey

Divisional Service Director

About Ryan

In my new role at Berger I will help oversee the service at 23 properties in the West Division. Through collaboration I will help create and implement policies to optimize the operations of our service department.

Favorite Fundamental #9:
We practice transparency

Analytics, Company Culture, and Critical thinking

I am a Dad that loves music, fishing and baseball.

Anne-Marie Niklaus

President

About Anne-Marie

Anne-Marie’s role as President is centered around providing a strategic vision for all community operations, while overseeing the growth and development of the portfolio and its team members. She draws her knowledge and abilities from a wide-ranging experience in the multifamily industry, which drives a leadership style focused on inclusion and collaboration. As such, Anne-Marie is a champion of company culture, strengthening Berger’s focus on its core-values and fundamentals.

Favorite Fundamental #2:
We always do the right thing

Inclusion, Collaboration, and Culture

outdoor enthusiast , music and dogs

Dan Berger

CEO

About Dan

Dan grew up in property management and is happy to have found his home, and second family, at Berger Communities. After earning his JD and MBA degrees from Temple University and being licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, Dan returned to his real estate and property management roots because of his love of working with people.

At Berger Communities, Dan focuses on championing the company culture, building relationships, acquiring and developing multifamily properties, securing financing, and setting the company’s strategic vision. He strives to ensure that the company’s apartment communities are great places to live, and that Berger Rental Communities is an outstanding place to work. Dan’s proudest accomplishments include the company’s steadfast growth, as well as the achievement of record-highs in both resident and employee engagement.

Dan makes a priority of being involved in the community. He is currently Treasurer of YPO (Young Presidents’ Organization) Philadelphia Chapter, JFRE executive committee member, member of the Jewish Federation Board of Trustees, Vice President of the Benchmark School Board of Trustees, and was past President of the Pennsylvania Apartment Association. In addition, Dan has founded and is President of hope+door, a non-profit charity dedicated to providing financial support to families facing eviction and homelessness due to an unexpected financial emergency.

While not at the office or a property, Dan is with his wife, Ashly, and their two children, Isabella and Hudson. He also enjoys long-distance running, all Philadelphia sports, and spending summer weekends at the Jersey shore.

Favorite Fundamental #1:
We’re a family

Company Culture, Strategic Planning, Acquisitions, Financing

Spending time with family, Philadelphia sports teams, traveling, running and fitness

Emily Hallett

Director of Design

About Emily

Emily Hallett is the Director of Design at Berger Communities, bringing extensive expertise in both Capital Design and Customer Experience. With a strong focus on ensuring brand consistency and excellence, she oversees the selection of interior finishes for apartment renovation projects and offers valuable insights on exterior renovations. Emily collaborates closely with various stakeholders, including internal team members as well as external architects, engineers, and design firms, lending her knowledge to new construction developments and existing community enhancements. Her profound understanding of industry and consumer trends informs her approach to floor plans, interior and exterior finish selections, landscape standards, and furniture choices. Beyond her significant contributions to the physical landscape of the communities, Emily also dedicates her efforts to nurturing an unparalleled customer experience. Her strategic oversight encompasses the selection, rollout, and success of amenity spaces and programs, all tailored to align with the customer lifecycle and enhance the overall resident experience.

Favorite Fundamental #2:
We always do the right thing

Interior space design/curb appeal, industry trends, team collaboration and company culture.

Travel, entertaining, spending time with husband, two teenaged boys.

Angie Cramp

Director of Brand Engagement

About Angie

Angie Cramp’s journey in the multifamily housing industry is an impressive testament to her expertise and dedication. With over two decades of experience, she’s navigated various roles, from site level positions to training to marketing and branding, each contributing to her comprehensive understanding of the field. Angie currently is focused on creating the connection between the customer and the brand as the Director of Brand Engagement at Berger Communities based out of Wayne, PA.

Her passion for marketing apartment communities and driving growth is evident from her career trajectory, where she consistently sought opportunities to enhance marketing and training divisions. Angie developed the Marketing and Training Department for University City Housing Company where she held the position of Marketing & Training Director. In 2019, she joined AION Management as the Vice President of Marketing & Training, where she played a pivotal role in expanding the company’s portfolio and refining its marketing & training strategies, leading to significant growth in their number of units.

AION Management grew from 10,000 units in 2019 to almost 21,000 by 2022 spread across 7 states which allowed Angie to focus on new regional markets, lease-ups, and innovative technology. In 2022, Angie became the Vice President of Marketing and Branding, where her transition to solely focus on branding and marketing underscores her commitment to building strong, recognizable brands within the industry.

Now serving as the Director of Brand Engagement at Berger Communities, Angie continues to leverage her expertise to differentiate the company’s brand in the competitive property management landscape. By emphasizing the “Berger Way” and the 21 Key Fundamentals, she aims to streamline the renting experience for customers, making it more accessible and enjoyable – “renting shouldn’t be hard.”

Angie’s professional achievements are further reinforced by her certifications (AIT and NALP) and involvement in industry associations, such as the NAA and the Pennsylvania Apartment Association, where she shares her expertise as an instructor, recently speaking at the 2024 PAA Trade Show and Conference and the 2024 NAA Apartmentalize. Her academic background with a BS in Marketing from Penn State University’s Smeal College of Business provides a solid foundation for her strategic approach to branding and marketing.

Beyond her professional endeavors, Angie prioritizes family time, along with pursuits like reading, traveling, and embracing life’s experiences with positivity. Her well-rounded approach to life mirrors her philosophy that it’s not just about achieving success but also about cherishing moments and creating lasting memories.

Favorite Fundamental: #3 We’re intensely customer focused.

customer experience, team development, strategic planning

spending time with husband and 2 sons, travel, and dogs.

Erin Schulte

Vice President of Organization Development

About Erin

Erin is the Vice President of Organizational Development at Berger Communities, where she oversees the Marketing, Training, and Strategic Services departments. She is a seasoned property management professional and has a remarkable ability to recognize the potential of individuals. She designs tailored training programs that help individuals reach their full potential, creating a highly skilled and motivated workforce.

Erin is also a strategic thinker who is responsible for selecting and implementing cutting-edge technologies that enhance the company’s operations. She ensures that Berger Communities remains up-to-date with the latest industry trends and advancements, enabling the company to stay relevant and competitive in its respective markets.

Erin is passionate about fostering a culture of growth and education, and her commitment to these values has made her an invaluable asset to Berger Communities. She is a key player in shaping the company’s future success, and her work ensures that all team members have the tools and knowledge necessary to exceed expectations and deliver exceptional results.

Favorite Fundamental: #3 We’re intensely customer focused.

customer experience, team development, strategic planning

spending time with husband and 2 daughters, travel, outdoors, and Penn State athletics

Andrea Hood

Divisional Vice President

About Andrea

Andrea has a very successful track record as a Divisional Vice President. Her focus is on rental growth, customer service, and team development. Andrea believes in giving her team the training and flexibility necessary in order to be empowered to succeed. Her responsibilities at Berger are overseeing multiple communities throughout Montgomery, Bucks, and Delaware counties.

Favorite Fundamental #10:
We’re performance-driven

Empowerment, Team Building, Results Driven

Outdoors, family, friends, and games

Jacklyn McCord

Senior Regional Property Manager

About Jacklyn

Jacklyn currently oversees Berger’s South region. She is committed to continued growth and operational excellence through high standards and teamwork. She believes in providing the tools needed for success, and promoting from within whenever possible. Jacklyn has built a professional reputation around leading struggling communities to success.

Favorite Fundamental #11:
We promote continuous improvement in everything we do

Teamwork, Empowerment, Development, and Operational Excellence

Traveling, Reading, Outdoors, and Spending time with family and friends.

Nicole Loser

Divisional Vice President

About Nicole

In her role as Divisional Vice President for the Berger West division, Nicole assumes responsibility for managing the operational excellence of communities spanning Central and Western Pennsylvania, as well as Ohio. Nicole’s unwavering commitment lies in nurturing teams to craft remarkable experiences for residents, team members, and visitors across all Berger communities. Her leadership approach is rooted in the belief that every day should be seized as an opportunity to be better than the last and a confidence that there is nothing that can’t be accomplished by working together towards a common goal.

Nicole currently serves as the Regional Vice President for IREM Region 2, which encompasses Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York. Her extensive track record includes a previous role as the Past President and Board Member of the Pennsylvania Apartment Association- Central, as well as Past President of IREM’s Delaware Valley Chapter 3. She contributes her expertise as a Certified Apartment Manager course instructor for PAA and has been a presenter for multiple industry education conferences.

Favorite Fundamental #11:
We promote continuous improvement in everything we do

Strategic Planning, Team Development, and Industry Advocacy

Family hikes, Basketball, Music, and Reading.

Katherine Smith Regional Property Manager

Katherine Winkleman

Senior Regional Property Manager

About Katherine

Kat is the Regional Property Manager of the Berger West region, which includes a diverse portfolio of both student and conventional housing. With a focus on nurturing talent and fostering success, Kat has played a pivotal role in cultivating a culture of growth, resulting in numerous internal promotions throughout her region.

Her unwavering commitment is rooted in a clear vision: to make Berger the ultimate destination for our residents and the premier workplace for our team members. Her steadfast dedication centers on delivering exceptional service to both internal and external customers while fostering a sense of care and camaraderie within her team.

Passionate about student housing, Kat thrives on the exhilarating challenges it presents. She has created strong relationships with neighboring universities and keeps a keen eye on industry marketing trends to maintain a competitive advantage. Kat’s leadership sets the tone for our commitment to elevating standards, ensuring our residents receive the best housing experience possible, and achieving great results.

Favorite Fundamental #14:
We celebrate our successes

Student Housing, Team Development, Exceptional Customer Service

Being outdoors, Penn State Football, anything cheese related, especially by way of a good Charcuterie.

Ryan McCord

Director of Maintenance Services

About Ryan

Ryan serves as the Director of Maintenance Services at Berger Communities, overseeing the upkeep and operational efficiency of our properties. With a rich experience spanning 25 years in the industry, Ryan’s hands-on approach and collaborative leadership style drive the continuous development and success of our service department.

Committed to ensuring both customer satisfaction and team member engagement, Ryan upholds a steadfast commitment to operational excellence, emphasizing the value of teamwork and high-performance standards. He firmly embraces the philosophy, ‘tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn.’ underscoring his belief in the power of hands-on learning and active participation. Ryan holds multiple certifications including CAMT through NAA, EPA, and CPO, reflecting his dedication to ongoing professional development. His exceptional contributions have earned him multiple recognitions at Maintenance Supervisor of the Year throughout his career.

Favorite Fundamental #13:
We deliver high quality as a matter of personal pride

Collaboration, Training, and Teamwork

Spending time with family, traveling, cooking, and home improvements

Antwan Edwards

Divisional Service Director

About Antwan

Antwan serves as Divisional Service Director, overseeing a portfolio of eleven communities and six commercial properties in West Chester, PA., Delaware, and various areas of Southern PA. He is focused on providing the best customer experience possible. Antwan enjoys working side by side with his teams and passing on the message behind the quote “Fish for a man and he’ll eat for day but teach a man how to fish and he’ll eat for a lifetime.”

Favorite Fundamental #3:
We’re intensely customer-focused

I specialize in HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Interior Repairs & Remodeling.

I enjoy basketball, football, and spending time with my family.

Chelsea Duke

Regional Property Manager

About Chelsea

Chelsea Duke currently serves as the Regional Manager of Berger Central, where she oversees communities in Central PA, including the management of Berger’s first new construction development. Recognized as a results-driven leader, Chelsea firmly believes that dedication to excellence and personal pride are essential elements for achieving success.
Her primary objective is to inspire her team with the same drive and passion, ensuring their individual success and, consequently, the overall success of the company. Chelsea’s commitment to cultivating a motivated and high-achieving team underlines her instrumental role in driving Berger Central towards continued growth and recognition in the multifamily industry.

Favorite Fundamental #13:
We deliver high quality as a matter of personal pride

Team Development, Customer Service, Policies and Procedures

Spending time with family and friends, Traveling, Home décor and We Are, Penn State!

Bryan Kulbacki

Training Director

About Bryan

As the Training Director at Berger Communities, Bryan is committed to creating and implementing training initiatives that empower individuals throughout our organization, nurturing their growth and ultimate success. Bryan’s journey within the industry began as a Leasing and Marketing Manager, and his outstanding performance propelled him to several positions including Community Manager and Area Manager.

With a wealth of industry experience, Bryan remains dedicated to the continuous improvement of our training programs. His focus is twofold: streamlining the onboarding process for new team members and offering vital support to all individuals within the Berger Communities family. Through his unwavering commitment, Bryan plays a pivotal role in elevating the capabilities and success of the entire team.

Favorite Fundamental #7:
We operate with a sense of urgency to get things done

Integrity, Collaboration, and Performing under Pressure

Pittsburgh Sports, hiking, camping, and quality time with the family.

Steve Berger

Founder

About Steve

Steve Berger co-founded Berger Communities in 1973 and has witnessed the growth of the company from one property in Philadelphia to over 50 properties throughout Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland and Ohio. He is proud that the Berger portfolio has grown to more than 9,000 apartment homes. Originally an accountant by trade, Steve started the company with his brother Jim, a Real Estate Agent.

Steve was able to grow the company by establishing strong roots forged by risks taken, relationships built, and lessons learned in the company’s infancy. Steve attributes the company’s success to continually adhering to the same core values, practices and processes in place since the beginning. Currently, he enjoys witnessing the company’s growth not just in size, but in the continued improvement of the relationships with both the business community and the residents of their communities. He also commits much of his time to one of BRC’s core fundamentals, which is to “give back to our communities” by dedicating time to philanthropic causes.

As the founder of a family-owned company, Steve is proud that Berger’s employees act as one big family and is pleased when he hears stories of the company’s fundamentals having a positive impact both in business and personal situations. He is also proud of the way the company has been able to maintain its core values while at the same time becoming more sophisticated and successfully adapting to new industry technologies.

He feels very fortunate to witness how Berger has been able to transform its operations from one that relied on the professionalism of a handful of staff to one that thrives on the daily commitment of over two hundred team members, working together, to provide thousands of residents a housing experience that exceeds their expectations. As a founding partner, Steve has witnessed the growth and sophistication of a company that never waivers in holding onto its core values and purpose while becoming increasingly innovative in developing more techniques to provide exemplary service while effectively managing its assets and finances.

Outside of work, Steve and his wife are very involved in supporting many philanthropic causes and is the President Elect of the American Technion Society. He is also a member of the Technion University Board of Governors and received an honorary fellowship from the university in 2017. He also enjoys the opportunity to travel, both for charitable endeavors and pleasure.

Favorite Fundamental: #5:
We’re responsive

Dealing with challenges

Travel