• Protectores de rosas

• CEO, Thrive Communities

In her role as CEO, Rose Blankers is also Thrive’s Chief of Culture, People and Vision. These three pillars are the foundation of Thrive, and Rose ensures that these elements are balanced and integrated with their counterparts so the company is operating at its highest potential. Rose embodies the qualities of a servant leader – setting the company’s vision and goals, but then working hard to make sure they are both reflective of what Thrive’s dedicated associates want to see in a company, as well as delivering above-market results to clients.

Rose desarrolló su liderazgo durante las últimas dos décadas, tiempo durante el cual se abrió camino dentro de la industria de administración de propiedades, ocupando cargos en contabilidad, finanzas y operaciones. Su capacidad para conectarse con los clientes y el personal por igual, al mismo tiempo que demuestra su perspicacia financiera, ha sido clave para el crecimiento de Thrive; bajo el liderazgo de Rose, la empresa ha crecido de manera rápida y sostenible hasta donde se encuentra hoy.

Rose se graduó con una licenciatura en finanzas y un MBA de la Universidad de Seattle y fue nombrada homenajeada del PSBJ 40 Under 40 en 2023.

• Jason Murray

• President

Jason brings extensive experience in multifamily operations, asset management, and acquisitions. His career spans over a decade in the industry, beginning at Thrive in 2012 with roles in leasing and regional management leadership. During his tenure at RISE Properties Trust, he held leadership roles in acquisitions and asset management, helping grow the firm’s portfolio to more than 6,000 apartment homes across the Pacific Northwest.

As President of Thrive, Jason is focused on shaping property operations to deliver great results for clients. He is committed to positioning Thrive as a strategic operational partner, bringing an owner’s mindset in a distinct way.

Known for his strategic thinking and commitment to operational excellence, Jason leads with a collaborative, results-driven approach deeply rooted in Thrive’s culture and values. His approach emphasizes leadership development, empowering teams, and diligent execution.

Jason holds a degree in Economics from the University of Washington.

• gary doblador

• Presidente, Prosperar Desarrollos

La remodelación exitosa de cualquier comunidad de apartamentos comienza con una gran visión para posicionar el activo como una oferta única en el mercado, mientras se optimizan los objetivos de inversión del cliente. Con una gran capacidad para ver la posibilidad en cada comunidad, Gary supervisa las renovaciones de proyectos y nuestro equipo de proyectos de capital.

Con un título en administración de la construcción y más de 17 años de experiencia en viviendas multifamiliares, Gary se asegura de que los proyectos de renovación se entreguen a tiempo, dentro del presupuesto y con el enfoque único que hace que nuestras comunidades realmente prosperen. Gary ha supervisado múltiples renovaciones galardonadas, incluida la "Comunidad renovada del año" de la Asociación de viviendas multifamiliares de Washington y más.

• kari anderson

• Fundador, Vicepresidente

Kari tiene la capacidad única de atraer, inspirar y retener a las mejores y más brillantes personas en la industria multifamiliar. Su genuina pasión por asesorar y ayudar a los miembros de su equipo a crecer en sus roles se puede ver en el desempeño del equipo en el sitio de Thrive.

Kari comenzó su carrera en administración de propiedades en 1986 con Trammell Crow Residential Services (TCRS), donde fue responsable de la capacitación y el mercadeo de propiedades para todos los activos en Washington y Oregón. En 1994, se unió a Equity Residential, donde supervisó 15 000 apartamentos en el PNW como vicepresidenta de área. En esta capacidad, Kari supervisó a más de 300 empleados, incluidos cinco gerentes regionales. En 2006, Kari se unió a Investco Management Services (IMS), donde fue responsable del desarrollo e implementación de planes de marketing y gestión, incluido el proceso de presupuesto anual para la cartera de apartamentos.

Kari es la presidenta fundadora del Capítulo de Washington de la Asociación Nacional de Apartamentos y actualmente es miembro de la Junta. Kari también es una corredora de bienes raíces con licencia del estado de Washington.

• Pablo Edgeman

• Chief Marketing Officer

As Chief Marketing Officer at Thrive Communities, Paul oversees the brand experience, property marketing, technology, IT operations, and client services, driving innovation and delivering value across the company’s diverse portfolio. His leadership ensures that Thrive remains at the forefront of creating exceptional living experiences while leveraging cutting-edge technology and data-driven strategies.

Prior to joining Thrive, Paul served as Vice President of Operations for Gold’s Gym Northwest, where he managed overall operations for multiple locations, with a focus on customer engagement, operational excellence, and organizational growth.

Paul is an active member of the Washington Multi-Family Housing Association (WMFHA) and serves as a board member for the AIM Conference, reflecting his dedication to advancing the multifamily housing industry. A Seattle native, Paul is passionate about minimizing the environmental impact of multifamily housing and giving back to the communities Thrive serves, fostering innovation and connection in the Pacific Northwest.

• Emilie McFarlane

• Chief of Staff

As Chief of Staff at Thrive, Emilie partners with the executive team to align departmental goals, drive strategic initiatives, and support company growth. She fosters cross-functional collaboration, champions organizational culture, and leads critical projects, working with all Thrive departments, clients, vendors, and stakeholders to optimize operations and decision-making.

With over 20 years of experience in executive leadership support, marketing, and sales, Emilie excels at building strong relationships and driving operational efficiency. She holds a B.A. in Business Administration and Marketing from Western Washington University and brings a versatile background across industries including food and beverage, product marketing, education, healthcare, and technology.

• Joy Clegg

• Senior Vice President of Accounting

Joy leads Thrive’s corporate and property accounting departments. In this capacity, she oversees all aspects of financial reporting and treasury operations. Additionally, Joy is a key member of the executive team to help drive the achievement of business plan objectives and risk management.

Prior to joining Thrive, Joy led various accounting departments for commercial, residential, and retail real estate investment and management companies. Her professional accounting experience also includes serving as Audit Manager for Grant Thornton, the sixth largest U.S. accounting and advisory organization. Throughout her near 20 years of public and private accounting experience, Joy has enjoyed leading dynamic teams focused on delivering quality customer service and reporting built on recognized accounting standards and established internal controls.

Joy received her Bachelor of Arts at the University of California, Berkeley, and her Master of Professional Accounting at the University of Washington, Seattle. She is a Certified Public Accountant licensed in Washington state.

• Katrina Gentry

• Director of Corporate Accounting & Risk Management

Katrina Gentry is the Director of Corporate Accounting & Risk Management at Thrive Communities, bringing nearly eight years of progressive leadership in financial management and accounting operations. Since joining Thrive in 2017, she has advanced through roles ranging from Portfolio Accountant to Corporate Controller, developing a deep understanding of accounting systems, compliance standards, and financial reporting for a fast-growing property management company. In her current role, Katrina oversees Thrive’s corporate accounting functions, treasury operations, and risk management programs, ensuring fiscal accuracy. She partners closely with executive leadership to align financial strategy with organizational goals, safeguard assets, and support long-term growth.

Katrina holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and Economics from Western Washington University, where she built a strong foundation in finance and economic analysis. She is recognized for her analytical mindset, collaborative leadership style, and ability to navigate complex financial landscapes with precision and integrity.

• Brian Simington

• Vice President of Construction and Maintenance

Brian es un experto con más de 20 años de experiencia en construcción y mantenimiento y apoya tanto a los equipos de construcción como a los de mantenimiento. Ha dirigido con éxito la renovación y el mantenimiento de más de 4000 viviendas unifamiliares en todo el estado de Washington. Su experiencia diversa abarca la construcción multifamiliar, el mantenimiento y la construcción unifamiliares, la renovación histórica y la preservación de activos. Brian, conocido por sus excepcionales habilidades de negociación, se dedica a garantizar que los clientes reciban el mejor valor al reparar y mantener sus comunidades. A lo largo de su carrera, ha supervisado proyectos por un total de más de $500 millones en proyectos de mantenimiento y construcción, demostrando su capacidad para abordar y resolver una amplia gama de desafíos.

• Jason Moore

• Vice President of Client Services

Jason Moore serves as Vice President of Client Services at Thrive Communities, where he leads the firm’s business development efforts and partners closely with existing clients to support all facets of their asset strategy. In this role, Jason oversees a team dedicated to delivering tailored solutions that drive financial performance, enhance resident experience, and position each community for long-term success.

With over 20 years of experience spanning both coasts of the United States, Jason brings deep market knowledge and a proven ability to navigate complex operating environments. Since joining Thrive in 2019, he has played an integral role in guiding the company’s growth, advising owners and investors across Seattle’s urban core, the Eastside, and beyond. He is particularly passionate about helping clients succeed in the Pacific Northwest’s unique legislative and regulatory landscape.

In addition to his work at Thrive, Jason is an active industry leader. He serves on the Board of Directors for the Washington Multi-Family Housing Association (WMFHA) and is the Chairperson of WMFHA’s Political Action Committee, where he advocates for policies that strengthen housing opportunity and the industry at large.

Originally from the East Coast, Jason relocated to the Pacific Northwest in 2013 and has proudly called Seattle home ever since.

• Kari Padilla

• Director de Aprendizaje y Desarrollo

Kari lidera un equipo de capacitadores regionales excepcionales y dedicados para incorporar y desarrollar a los miembros del equipo de Thrive. Desde su primera sesión de orientación hasta cursos más avanzados, Kari se centra en desarrollar el potencial para lograr un desempeño líder en la industria. Con 25 años de experiencia en la industria multifamiliar, incluidos roles de soporte regional y en el sitio, se destaca en la construcción de relaciones con Thrivers en todos los niveles de la organización.

A Kari, una estudiante permanente, le apasiona la neurociencia del aprendizaje y la creación de experiencias educativas atractivas. Ella canaliza esta energía y experiencia para crear y mejorar programas de capacitación que permitan a los asociados de Thrive crecer individualmente y dentro de sus respectivos equipos, tal como crece la propia empresa.

Kari tiene una licenciatura en Comunicaciones y una maestría en Educación. en Diseño Instruccional de la Universidad George Mason. Ella aporta una experiencia invaluable a Team Thrive con experiencia previa en Archstone-Smith, Air Communities y Weidner, y es miembro del cuerpo docente certificado de NAAEI.

• Mackenzie Jistel

• Director de Recursos Humanos

Mackenzie joined Thrive in 2018 and leads the Human Resources department, overseeing payroll, benefits, employee relations, HR compliance, recruiting, and more. She played a key role in bringing HR in-house in 2019 and has since remained a trusted resource for Thrivers, fostering an environment where associates feel seen. Mackenzie has a passion for people development and actively partners with WMFHA on career development and mentorship initiatives, striving to grow current and future property management professionals. With more than eight years of experience, she leads by example and is dedicated to making the Thrive experience positive and impactful.

Mackenzie holds both a B.S.B.A. in Human Resources Management and an M.A. in Higher Education Administration from Central Michigan University, in addition to a Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) certification.

• Nick Beller

• Senior Director of Operations

Nick Beller leads Thrive’s Operations Department, bringing an expansive background in accounting and IT operations to the team. His passion for analysis and process improvement allow Thrive to be a forward thinker in the ever-changing landscape of PNW multi-family property management.

Nick aprovecha su experiencia en contabilidad para maximizar el impacto financiero que su equipo de sistemas comerciales aporta a los resultados de Thrive. Nick tiene una licenciatura en Contabilidad de la Universidad de Gonzaga.

• Kevin Pugsley

• Senior Director of Operations

Kevin Pugsley is the Senior Director of Operations at Thrive, where he leads our floating workforce (CREW Team), oversees training and compliance, and supports key enterprise initiatives. With over 15 years of experience in property management, Kevin has built a diverse career path, starting as an on-site Leasing Consultant and progressing through roles as Community Manager, Training Manager, and Integrations Manager. Driven by a passion for Thrive’s culture and values, Kevin combines his deep industry knowledge with his commitment to team development, ensuring that our operations are not only aligned with our values but also strategically positioned for long-term success.

Kevin holds a B.A. from the University of Idaho.

• Rachel Sullivan

• Director of Integrations

Rachel leads Thrive’s Integrations Team, guiding system pilots, technology rollouts, and platform integrations to improve efficiency and support Thrive’s ongoing growth. Since joining Thrive in 2017, she has built a career spanning marketing technology and property operations with a focus on aligning tools, workflows, and teams to better support the people who rely on them.

• jordan restad

• Director de Márketing

Jordan lidera el equipo de marketing de Thrive Communities, impulsando el diseño y la ejecución de estrategias de marca innovadoras e impactantes para la diversa cartera de la empresa. Con una sólida experiencia en diseño gráfico y marketing, a Jordan le apasiona crear soluciones auténticas y resonantes que conecten tanto con los clientes como con la comunidad.

Con más de diez años de experiencia en la industria del diseño, Jordan ha perfeccionado su buen ojo para la estética, la marca y la comunicación en diversos medios y plataformas. Jordan, especializado en gráficos experienciales, se destaca en la creación de experiencias inmersivas que se trasladan de la pantalla a la comunidad.

Jordan tiene una licenciatura en Arquitectura con especialización en Artes Visuales de la Universidad de Clemson y aporta una experiencia invaluable a Team Thrive, habiendo trabajado con numerosos clientes en diversas industrias en todo el país.

• Todd Hildebrand

• Director Regional Superior

Todd Hildebrand brings over 15 years of multifamily experience to the company. Prior to Thrive, Todd worked for the third largest military housing provider in the nation for over nine years on multiple public, private venture housing projects. His multifaceted professional background includes management roles in maintenance, operations and project management.

Todd disfruta ampliando su conocimiento de la industria y construyendo relaciones duraderas dentro de su equipo y comunidad. Tiene las acreditaciones de la industria Supervisor Certificado de Cartera de Apartamentos (CAPS) y Gerente Residencial Acreditado (ARM) y obtuvo una Licenciatura en Administración de Empresas de la Universidad Central de Washington. En su tiempo libre, a Todd le gusta pasar tiempo con su esposa y sus dos hijas, cocinar, navegar y viajar.

• Colina Andi

• Director Regional Superior

Andi Hill se unió a Thrive en 2018 y aporta más de 15 años de experiencia a su función como directora regional, donde lidera un equipo de más de 170 asociados en 40 comunidades valorados en más de $1.8B. Andi se asocia con su personal y clientes para supervisar los planes comerciales, de renovación y operativos para optimizar el rendimiento de los activos de apartamentos estabilizados y arrendados en el estado de Washington. Andi es especialmente adecuada para este puesto después de haber ocupado previamente funciones como Directora de Desarrollo Comercial y Gerente Regional de Thrive Communities (2018 - 2022) y, más recientemente, en Gestión de Activos para el grupo propietario RISE Properties Trust (2022 - 2023), donde supervisó todos los activos de propiedad absoluta de RISE en el área metropolitana de Seattle y todos los activos de empresa conjunta con Tokyu. Antes de unirse a Thrive, Andi administró iniciativas de desarrollo comercial para una firma de diseño internacional y supervisó el desarrollo económico y las iniciativas de creación de lugares urbanos en Washington, DC y Seattle, WA de 2007 a 2018.

Andi tiene una acreditación de la industria de Supervisor Certificado de Cartera de Apartamentos (CAPS) y obtuvo un M.Sc. en Política Social de la London School of Economics (2007) y una Licenciatura en Ciencias Políticas de la Universidad de Oregón (2005), donde se graduó summa cum laude. A lo largo de su carrera, Andi ha sido voluntaria activa para varias organizaciones de Seattle y Washington, DC.

• Jennifer Vivette

• Director Regional

Jennifer brings over 25 years of multifamily experience, including ten years with Thrive Communities. Known for her nurturing leadership and relationship-building skills, she specializes in managing stabilized assets, redevelopments, transitions, and value-add projects. Jennifer is active in Washington State Multifamily Housing Association, serves currently on the WMFHA Gives committee, and was a finalist for the 2020 Emerald Award Portfolio Manager of the Year. She holds a Certified Apartment Portfolio Supervisor (CAPS) certification and is passionate about growing Thrive’s bench strength by leading the Thrive Area Manager Mentorship Program.

• Troy Costello

• Director Regional

Troy Costello joined Thrive in 2009, bringing with him over 15 years at Thrive with expertise in Community Management, Regional Leadership, and Senior-Regional operations, alongside a total of 20 years of experience in the real estate industry. Throughout his career, he has made significant strides in the Puget Sound Region, Maryland, and Virginia markets. Troy’s diverse skill set spans lease-ups, stabilized properties, redevelopments, as well as acquisitions and dispositions across both urban and suburban landscapes—always with a sharp focus on people and performance. Prior to joining Thrive, Troy made his mark at Mosaic Homes beginning in 2003, specializing in condominium conversions across the Greater Seattle area.

• Mario Manríquez

• Director Regional

Mario began his multifamily career over a decade ago as a Leasing Consultant and has since held every position within an onsite team. This extensive, hands-on experience has provided him with a deep, operational perspective that has been instrumental in his success as a Regional Manager. Mario consistently exemplified Thrive’s core values, building and nurturing strong, long-term relationships with clients while mentoring and developing high-performing teams. His leadership has been instrumental in fostering a culture of engagement, empowerment, and continuous performance improvement across his portfolio. Under his guidance, his teams have achieved significant operational success, both in terms of client satisfaction and overall business outcomes. His ability to lead by example, foster high-performing teams, and deliver exceptional results makes him a key contributor to Thrive’s ongoing success.

• Celeste Villafuerte

• Director Regional

Celeste is a Regional Director overseeing our Oregon region with over 15 years of multifamily experience, specializing in creating tailored strategies across a broad range of asset types. While much of her portfolio has focused on Class A communities, her hands-on leadership in value-add and repositioning projects has sharpened her ability to drive performance in dynamic environments, making her exceptionally well-suited for lease-up oversight. Celeste is known for building high-performing teams and mentoring emerging leaders. Her collaborative approach fosters strong on-site culture while aligning day-to-day operations with ownership goals. She excels at streamlining processes, increasing resident satisfaction, and improving financial outcomes across both urban and suburban markets. From newly renovated communities to stabilized assets and everything in between, Celeste brings strategic insight, operational rigor, and a passion for long-term asset growth.

• Julianne Figliola

• Director Regional

Julianne joined Thrive in May 2024 as a Regional Manager where she shined with a portfolio of lease-up and stabilized assets, prior to being promoted to a Senior Regional Manager. As a Senior RM, Julianne continued to be a leader by taking on several challenged sites where she reduced expenses; focused on accountability with site associates; made meaningful staffing changes; and achieved occupancy goals previously unreached for the year prior; she also managed an Area Manager and mentored site associates who have since been promoted.

In her role as Director, Julianne leads with purpose—creating impactful change, empowering teams to reach their full potential, and strengthening relationships that elevate both our clients and our assets. Julianne will build upon her 18+ years in the industry and her time at institutional property management companies to create formalized lease-up standards for Thrive, ensuring we have the tools and structure in place to continue to grow that line of business.

• don jacobsen

• Director Regional de Mantenimiento

Don respalda la base de clientes de Thrive liderando equipos de mantenimiento a través de la supervisión, la visión y la dirección estratégica. Bajo su dirección, los equipos de mantenimiento de Thrive se aseguran de que la condición física de cada activo sea segura, atractiva y se mantenga adecuadamente.

Con más de 30 años de experiencia en la industria de apartamentos, Don es un experto en planificación y ejecución de capital, control de gastos, supervisión ambiental, seguridad de los asociados, OSHA, ADA y administración de la construcción. Su pasión por entrenar y construir equipos ayuda a Thrive a atraer y retener a los mejores talentos.

Don es un operador de piscinas certificado, un instructor de Pool and Hot Tub Alliance, un técnico universal certificado y también un supervisor del Instituto ESCO.