Hal Kissler, CPM®, CCIM® is the Chief Executive Officer and founding principal in the firm. Hal has an extensive background in investment counseling, business and real estate management, and enjoys extensive experience as a court appointed receiver. He is a two-time past president of the local chapter of the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) and was recognized as the San Joaquin Chapter "CPM® Of The Year" In 2002. Hal holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, from California State University, Fresno. In 1992, Hal was appointed to the Fresno City Planning Commission where he served until 2008. He is a past chairman of the Business Associates at CSUF and is currently the Treasurer of the Board of Governors of the Fresno State Foundation. Additionally, Hal is active in several charities and support organizations.
Phone: 559-256-4010 • E-MAIL HAL

Michael Goldfarb, CPM® is the Chief Operating Officer. He oversees the daily operations and supervises the Executive Team responsible for directing the day-to-day management of the entire portfolio. He has been involved in the management and lease-up of various types of investment real estate since 1971. Prior to joining Manco Abbott, Michael served as president of a large northwest management company with over 17,000 apartment units operating in 29 states. He has also served as president of Related Management Company of Florida — the largest multi-family developer in Florida. Michael holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration from Cleveland State University. Michael is a past chairman and a current advisory member of the Fresno Division of the CA Apartment Association and was the 2003 state CAA president. He is a past Regional V.P. representing California at the National Apartment Association. He is a past president of the San Joaquin Chapter of IREM. Additionally, Michael was awarded 'CPM® Of The Year' in 1983. He is a board member of the Fresno United Way Emergency Food and Shelter Program and he sits on the board of the CSU, Fresno Business Associates of the Craig School of Business.
Phone: 559-256-4050 • E-MAIL MICHAEL

Management Team: Manco Abbott Fresno Office

Brenda Barton is the Vice President of Accounting. She works directly with the CFO to oversee the commercial/retail and multi-family staff accountants and accounts payable staff. Brenda began her career with Manco Abbott in 1984 as a staff accountant and has experience in many phases of the industry including; multi-family property management and supervision, construction cost accounting, tax accounting, payroll, multi-family accounting, and commercial/retail accounting. Today, in addition to her other responsibilities, she is the database administrator of Manco's primary management software and maintains a portfolio of retail, commercial and multi-family properties.
Phone: 559-256-4029 • E-MAIL BRENDA

Sandi Berkley, ARM® is an Assistant Property Manager in the Multi-family Department. She joined Manco Abbott as an on-site Community Manager in 1997 and since then, has earned her ARM® and HCCP designations. In 2004, she was featured in Perspective, a California Apartment Association Magazine as one of the best on-site managers in Northern California and was the California Apartment Association Community Manager of the Year (150+ units) in 2004. Sandi was promoted to Assistant Property Manager in 2009 and in addition to those responsibilities; she is also assisting in the development of the on-site new hire orientation/mentorship program with our Human Resources Department.
Phone: 559-256-4026 • E-MAIL SANDI

Greg Bethke, CPM® is the Vice President of Business Development. He works closely with the CEO & COO in developing growth opportunities, relationship building, and managing the overall marketing of Manco Abbott and their portfolio. Prior to joining Manco Abbott, Greg worked as a retail leasing and sales specialist where he was responsible for or participated in the leasing and sale of over 2 million square feet of retail space throughout Central California. Greg earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from California State University, Fresno. Greg is a member of the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) and holds a California Real Estate License.
Phone: 559-256-4011 • E-MAIL GREG

Adam Goldfarb, CPM®, is the Vice President of the Multi-family Department. Adam brings a wealth of industry experience with him, having managed client relationships for institutional and multi-family clients including overseeing capital projects and renovations, negotiating contracts, administering budgets and reports, researching and conducting market analysis and corporate presentations. Prior to joining Manco Abbott, Inc., Adam earned a Bachelor of Arts, emphasis Law & Society, from the University of California, Santa Barbara. Adam is currently the Board Chairman of the Fresno Division of the California Apartment Association, and an advisory member at the State level. After obtaining his Real Estate license, Adam spent several years in Southern California working in the Real Estate management field for Sares Regis Group prior to returning to the Central Valley.
Phone: 559-256-6115 • E-MAIL ADAM

Debbie Gong, CPM®, manages a portfolio of commercial, retail and industrial properties since 1997. Prior to joining Manco Abbott, she managed a retail business for more than a dozen years. Debbie earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration from San Jose State University with a concentration in Marketing. She has served two terms as the IREM Ch. 85 Secretary and is currently the Chairperson for community services for her chapter. She also previously served three terms as Secretary in CREW (Commercial Real Estate for Women). Debbie currently holds a California Real Estate License and became a CPM® in 2003.
Phone: 559-256-4014 • E-MAIL DEBBIE

Cathy Gray, RPA®, manages a portfolio of commercial/retail properties in the Central Valley. Cathy has been in property management since 1991. She manages a portfolio consisting of more than 590,000 square feet. Prior to joining Manco Abbott, she was employed by Insignia/ESG. She earned her RPA designation from Building Owners & Management International (BOMI) in 1997 and holds a California Real Estate License.
Phone: 559-256-4012 •E-MAIL CATHY

Robyn Green is the Corporate Accounting Manager. Working directly with the CFO, she is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the company’s financial records. She began her career with Manco Abbott in 1987. While she’s worked mainly within the Accounting Department throughout the years, she’s also held positions in retail property management, human resources and payroll & benefits, bringing a great amount of diversity to her current role.
Phone: 559-256-4001 •E-MAIL ROBYN

Brittany Lamm is a Property Manager in the Multi-Family Department. Prior to Manco Abbott, Brittany graduated from Pepperdine University in Malibu, California earning a B.A. in Communications with a minor in Psychology. Brittany started in Property Management in 2005 with Archstone-Smith a large Real Estate Investment Trust Corporation managing properties up to 1,000 units as a Leasing Agent, Leasing Manager, Assistant Manager, and Community Manager. Brittany joined Manco Abbott in 2007 as a Community Manager at a lease up property. The lease up was successfully completed in a 6 month time frame and then Brittany was promoted to Assistant Property Manager. After completing her California Real Estate License in 2008 she became a Property Manager.
Phone: 559-256-4020 •E-MAIL BRITTANY

Management Team: Manco Abbott Monterey Office