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Brad Johnson and his family have called Wilmington home for the last 15 years. After graduating from NC State University with a business management degree, he and his wife Kayla got married in Raleigh and moved back to Wilmington to start their careers and be closer to family. Brad, a licensed real estate agent, has enjoyed success in marketing, communications, HOA management, and commercial property management before joining the Sweyer Property Management team.

Charlotte Yow, a Wilmington native, attended Stetson University and UNC Wilmington. She began her career in property management twenty-five years ago and is a licensed real estate broker. Charlotte has been married for twenty-two years and has one daughter and a stepdaughter. She serves as a board member of First Fruit Ministries and enjoys tennis, needlepoint, gardening, mah-jongg, traveling and anything at the beach. Charlotte's training in customer service enables her to truly listen to her clients and help meet their needs. She has experience in every aspect of property management and uses her comprehensive knowledge to assist her clients in selecting and managing their investment properties.

Debbie is originally from eastern Pennsylvania and after earning her bachelor’s degree in Psychology, she relocated south.  She began her real estate management career in 1995, managing commercial properties in Charlotte, NC, before moving to Wilmington in 1999.  Here, she worked with an HOA management company which led to her joining the Sweyer Property Management team in 2007.  Her diverse background has provided extensive knowledge of customer service, contract administration, and trust accounting. She is passionate about ensuring the team follows the rules of the NC Real Estate Commission while providing the best service possible to clients and customers.

Laura is the proud child of parents who served in the United States Air Force. After spending her childhood traveling the country, her family settled in the Charlotte area. Laura completed her education with degrees in Business Management/Accounting and relocated to Wilmington. She has enjoyed a successful career in real estate, having worked in all facets of property management from on-site management to corporate operational management. Laura enjoys working with both owners and tenants to provide outstanding customer service.

Michelle, originally from middle-Georgia, embarked on her professional journey in 1996. Throughout her career, she has excelled in managing diverse real estate portfolios in multiple markets. Her expertise spans a wide range of properties, including single-family homes, small-to-midsize offsite apartment assets, mixed-use properties, and expansive garden-style apartment communities. In 2008, Michelle achieved the Certified Apartment Manager (CAM) designation from the esteemed National Apartment Association. This notable accomplishment occurred during her tenure as a Senior Community Manager for one of the country's largest Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs), situated in the bustling Washington D.C. market. While working in the D.C. market, Michelle earned the President’s Club Award two consecutive years for NOI growth within her organization. In pursuit of new opportunities, Michelle and her family relocated to Wilmington, NC in 2009. It was at this juncture that she embarked on a transformative chapter with Sweyer Property Management. In 2010, Michelle further expanded her professional repertoire by obtaining her North Carolina Broker's license. Michelle's commitment to professional growth and excellence continued, leading her to attain the Certified Apartment Portfolio Supervisor (CAPS) designation in 2022 through the National Apartment Association. With over 25 years of invaluable experience in the realm of management, Michelle possesses a comprehensive understanding of property management, maintenance, and property management operations.

Cassy was born and raised in the small town of Swansboro, NC, before moving to Wilmington, NC. She started her career in Emerald Isle, NC, where she worked for a multi-million-dollar real estate company for 2.5 years. There, Cassy learned event planning, customer service, team building, property management and how to plan dream vacations for families all over the world. Since starting with Sweyer Property Management, she has made it a priority to work in each area of property management, so she has a well-rounded scope of knowledge when it comes to all aspects of the business.

Dani, a Winston-Salem native, moved to Wilmington in 2017. She received her bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from UNCW. She has worked in property management since 2019 with experience in student housing and conventional housing in the Wilmington area. Dani has a passion for real estate and property management and is excited to learn and grow more in these roles.

Hahle was born and raised in Wilson, NC, but also calls Riverton, NJ, home too, as that is where her family currently resides. She graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a B.A. in Communication Studies and a minor in Spanish. Shortly after, Hahle began her career in the multi-family apartment industry in which she worked for over 10 years. She also became a licensed real estate broker in May of 2007. Hahle loves all aspects of property management, but her favorites are building relationships with new people, learning new things each day, and extending excellent customer service to all of her clients.

Jill was born and raised in Greensboro, NC, and attended Appalachian State University before making the trek to Wilmington. She has been in Wilmington since 2003 and started her career in property management at Bald Head Island working with multi-million-dollar vacation rentals and in the Wilmington area with long-term rentals.

Laura Cline is a North Carolina native, born and raised in the triangle area. After graduating from Appalachian State University, she enjoyed success in resort management, working out west in Jackson, Wyoming, before making the trek back home to the East Coast. Laura has been with Sweyer Property Management since 2019 and is the Multi-Family Property Manager for the company. As a licensed North Carolina broker, she is passionate about the industry and rental market in the greater ILM area. Laura is committed to providing excellent customer service to all and puts an emphasis on building strong client relationships. In her free time, she enjoys playing disc golf, backpacking with her family, and spending time in her garden.

I am a professional with over a decade of experience in the property management industry. Since 2016, I have been licensed in real estate and have consistently pursued opportunities to expand my knowledge and skill set, including learning web development. Outside of work, I enjoy engaging in a variety of hobbies such as photography, fossil and shark tooth hunting, and painting, which not only provide me with personal fulfillment but also allow me to explore my creativity and curiosity. Additionally, I am enjoy spending time with my two beloved dogs, Tesla and Candy.

Mary Faye was born in Kenansville, NC, and raised in Rose Hill, NC, a small town in Duplin County. She and her family moved to Wilmington, NC, in 2007. Mary Faye also began her career in real estate in 2007 and has worked in sales and listing and as a closing coordinator. Needing a change, Mary Faye began in property management in 2014 and since then has continued to learn the industry and grow in her role as a property manager.

Mitchell was born and raised in Brunswick County, NC. He attended Appalachian State University and soon returned home after graduating in 2012. Mitchell started a construction business with his father in 2016, in which he learned the ins-and-outs of new construction and renovation. He is a licensed real estate agent with extensive knowledge in all aspects of the real estate world. He currently lives in Whiteville with his wife Tara and his two dogs, Cooper and Leatherface.

I am from Bacolod City, Philippines also known as the City of Smile. I graduated with my Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science in Colegio San Agustin- Bacolod. I worked as a Customer Service Representative, Case Manager, and Email Support Specialist before joining the Sweyer Team as a Virtual Assistant.

I was born in Manila, at age two my family moved to Saudi Arabia. I spent most of my time there, but then moved back to the Philippines when I attended college. I originally majored in Electronics Communication Engineering at New Era University but switched to Information Technology in STI Las Pinas. I started my first part-time job as a Technical Support Rep for Verizon DSL. I accepted a full-time position as a Technical Support Rep for Optus (an Australian Mobile network company). I'm a father of 3 children and I love to cook for my family during the weekends. Joining the Sweyer Property Management team will be my first Virtual assistant job!.

I was raised in Tarlac, the Philippines. When I was in college, I was a working student. I worked at night and went to school during the day. I studied BS Accounting technology at Tarlac State University before continuing my BS Accountancy at Dr. Gloria Lacson College Foundation. I worked as an audit associate at an accounting company before joining Sweyer. Outside of work, I am a churchgoer with duties in my church. I enjoyed spending time with my puppy, Chabbles, and I enjoy watching dramas and TV shows on Netflix.

Marcy grew up in the Finger Lakes area in Upstate New York, where her family still resides. She moved to Wilmington after three years of living in Rochester, New York, where she worked as a property manager for a family-owned commercial and residential property management company. Deciding that Wilmington was a great place to call home, Marcy has continued to follow her ongoing interest in real estate.

Melissa moved from the west coast at a young age to Pinehurst, NC, where her family still resides. She attended Appalachian State University where she majored in broadcast communications with a concentration in television. An internship at a local television station made her fall in love with the coast, so after four snowy winters in the mountains, she was ready to make Wilmington her home. After working in the mortgage industry for several years, Melissa made the decision to leave the family business and join the Sweyer Property Management team in 2007. She received her broker's license in 2011 and has enjoyed learning all aspects of the real estate industry. Melissa is a “passionate” Carolina basketball fan and currently lives in Wilmington with her husband and two miniature dachshunds.

Michelle is originally from Rhode Island but has been in North Carolina for 15 years and now considers it home! She married her high school sweetheart in 2005 and together they have three wonderful children and a sweet Mini Schnauzer named Ollie. After moving to Wilmington from Charlotte in 2019, Michelle helped her husband start Grace City Church and began working as a Real Estate Assistant and Transaction Coordinator for a top producing agent in town. Having earned her NC Broker’s license, Michelle is excited to be a part of the Sweyer team and serve others in her role as the New Property Onboarding Specialist.

Nancy is a native of Suffolk, Virginia.  She graduated from Elon University where she majored in corporate communications with a minor in Journalism.  A few months after graduating from Elon she moved to Wilmington and has truly made Wilmington her home, having lived here for over 20 years.  Nancy’s first job opportunity out of college was with Enterprise Rent-A-Car and she then moved on to other opportunities such as working for a local radio company in advertising and leasing and advertising in the apartment community industry.  Nancy joined the Sweyer Property Management team in 2004.  She has held a few different roles over the years but has found her niche in client services.  Nancy and her husband Dan have a beautiful daughter named Mya as well as two fur babies, Chewy and Crosby.

Rica was born in Cebu City, Philippines and grew up in the City of Tanjay, a few hours west of Cebu. She attended the University of San Jose Recoletos and graduated in 2018 with a bachelor's degree in International Studies. After graduating, she moved to Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental, where she worked in customer service and insurance applications before joining Sweyer Property Management as a virtual administrative assistant.