Michael I. Katz
CEO

Michael I. Katz is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of DASMEN Residential LLC. An active real estate investor, owner and manager since 2009, Mr. Katz has been directly involved in the acquisition of over 5,000 multifamily units located in the Northeast, Southeast, Midwest and Carolinas.

Mr. Katz specializes in directly overseeing the implementation of the value add strategies through operational and capital improvements. He has been personally involved in all aspects of acquisitions, dispositions and refinancing. In addition, he has overseen large interior rehab projects and major exterior renovations. His investments have shown a strong history of success in improving both the quality of life for the residents of its communities as well as substantially increasing the value of the assets for his investors and equity partners.

At DASMEN, Mr. Katz looks to grow his new firm into one of the premier multifamily owner/operators in the US. He is looking to accomplish this by continuing to acquire true value add assets in prime locations and ensuring that the DNA of DASMEN is hands on management, a focus on the integration of technology within the day to day operations and a drive for excellence and perfection. Having closed over a half a billion dollars in Real Estate deals over the past several years, Mr. Katz is poised to lead his new firm with substantial multifamily experience and expertise.

In his personal life, Mr. Katz is very involved in many well known charitable organizations locally and abroad. He strives to give back to his communities and looks to create new opportunities for a variety of causes.

Jacob Schoenfeld
SVP of Finance

As Senior VP of Finance, Mr. Schoenfeld is responsible for all aspects of Financial and Accounting functions. He manages and implements the processes for financial forecasting and budgets, as well as overseeing the preparation of all financial reporting. Additionally, Mr. Schoenfeld is responsible for the underwriting and evaluation of potential acquisitions, dispositions and refinancing. Mr. Schoenfeld works closely with all departments at DASMEN to ensure the proper execution of each asset’s objectives and business plan. Prior to joining DASMEN, Mr. Schoenfeld gained diversified real estate management experience from Broad Management Group. Mr. Schoenfeld holds a Masters in Accounting through Fairleigh Dickinson University.

Mercedes Bentolila
Controller

Mercedes Bentolila is responsible for DASMEN’s day to day accounting, bookkeeping and accounts payable functions. Previously, she worked for VOM (Virtual Office Management service) reconciling accounts banking operations and general bookkeeping. Mercedes received her Master’s degree in Management Information Systems and Database Management from The University of Illinois/Chicago.

Miri Schachter
VP of Product and Design

Miri is the VP of product and Design and is responsible for overseeing all aspects of construction and design projects to enhance the properties. She provides strategic direction and leadership to ensure the successful execution of construction projects from inception to completion. This involves managing budgets, timelines, and resources, as well as coordinating with architects, engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders. Miri plays a critical role in ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Josh Greenwald
VP of Maintenance

Stephanie Stalnaker
HR Manager

Stephanie Forte is the HR Manager at DASMEN, where she is known for her helpful and supportive nature. Prior to joining the company, she worked at LongBridge Financial, where she funded reverse mortgage loans. Stephanie is well-versed in all aspects of HR and is a reliable and valuable team member

Roxanne Avelar
Area Manager
Roxy Avelar is our Area Manager who currently leads the team in Charlotte, North Carolina. Roxy has 10 years of property management experience and began her career with DASMEN in 2018. Roxy is known for her enthusiastic attitude and willingness to help in all areas.

Nikki Giddens
Area Manager

Nikki boasts an impressive 17 years of experience in Property Management, specializing in tax credit and conventional properties. Her professional background extends to working with HAP and elderly communities. Through diverse roles, ranging from Leasing to Property Manager, she discovered her true passion in the field. Outside of work, Nikki enjoys quality time with her two daughters and indulges in her hobbies of makeup artistry and sewing.

Chelsea Alamango
Area Manager

Chelsea Alamango is our Area Manager who currently leads the team in Tucson, Arizona. Chelsea has been in Property Management for 14 years now. Chelsea started at Dasmen as a Property Manager in 2023 and worked her way up to Area Manager. She is most known for her honesty and genuine desire to help in any way she can!

Chaya Vorchheimer
Accounting Manager

Chaya Vorchheimer works in DASMEN’s accounting and reporting group. She works closely with Mercedes, our Controller, ensuring that all of our financial transactions are organized & accounted for. Previously, Chaya worked closely with the Controller of a nursing home management company for 7 years.

Dalia Mathew
Accounting Manager

Dalia Mathew works closely with Mercedes and supports the accounting department with any and all of their needs. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from CUNY College of Staten Island, where she also minored in Finance and Business. In her role, Dalia is responsible for financial reporting, budgeting, and analysis, and is known for her strong attention to detail and ability to work well under pressure. She is a valuable member of the team and an asset to the company.

Sheila Fernandes
Accounting and Customer Support Specialist

Sheila Fernandes is our Accounting and Customer Support Specialist at DASMEN. With her dedication and expertise, she plays a key role in ensuring the smooth functioning of our accounting department while also delivering exceptional customer service to our valued residents. Sheila’s ability to work closely with various teams makes her an invaluable asset to our organization!

Selina Pauwels
Operations Assistant

Selina Pauwels joined us upon graduating from Caldwell University with a Bachelor’s degree in English and a minor degree in Business Administration. Selina now works within our Operations department as an Operations Assistant equipping our team for success by handling various administrative tasks, communicating daily with different divisions, and ensuring corporate responsibilities are met throughout our properties. Selina says that her goal for working at Dasmen is to “contribute to Dasmen’s overall growth and success in the industry, improve people’s living conditions, and make a positive impact in the workplace.” Through Selina’s education and previous work experiences, having her on board has benefited our staff’s efficiency and contributed to our ongoing growing team and Dasmen’s overall goal to provide our communities with the best living experience possible.

Lucia Guerrero
Office Assistant

Lucia works as an office assistant at DASMEN. Lucia provides vital support wherever needed, ensuring smooth operations and efficient workflows. In addition to handling administrative tasks, Lucia plays a key role in property marketing by coordinating promotions, and assisting with social media.

Terri Begg
Collections Manager

As a collections manager at DASMEN, Terri is responsible for managing the collection of outstanding balances from tenants and owners. She has the skills and experience necessary to effectively handle a wide range of collection issues.

Paola Pinos-Castillo
Evictions Specialist
Region: South Carolina and Florida

I am an Eviction Specialist at DASMEN. I am responsible for filing evictions on residents with past due balances but I most importantly try to work with the residents on finding a solution before actually getting evicted. I also help DASMEN with their customer service. Before working at Dasmen I was an assistant manager/HR manager at Regal Cinemas for a few years.

Amanda Flood
Evictions Specialist
Region: South Carolina and Florida

As our Evictions Specialist, Amanda provides expert guidance and support to our tenants during the eviction process. Amanda graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work with Honors from Ramapo College. Prior to working at DASMEN Residential, she worked as a Case Investigator & Contact Tracer with the Bergen County Health Department.

Benji Kohn
Operations Specialist

Benji serves as an Operations Specialist, dedicated to streamlining processes and enhancing efficiency within the organization. With a strong background in project management and IT, he ensures that operations run smoothly and effectively. His focus is on identifying areas for improvement, implementing best practices, and fostering collaboration across teams and vendors to achieve strategic goals. Passionate about driving operational excellence, he is committed to delivering high-quality results that support the company’s mission.

Ben Grossberger
Operations Manager

As a Project Manager at DASMEN, Ben plays a crucial role in ensuring compliance and driving successful projects across the country. Ben is instrumental in delivering projects within scope, budget, and timeline while meeting regulatory obligations. His exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills make him an invaluable asset to our team.

Nicole Wardrop
Office Manager

Nicole Wardrop is the Office Manager at DASMEN Residential. She handles a variety of office related tasks and assists various departments in day-to-day operations.Before joining Dasmen Nicole was a Rural Carrier Associate with the United States Postal Service and has over fifteen years of customer service and sales expertise.

Cami Chamorro
Marketing Associate

Cami works as a Marketing Associate at DASMEN. Cami maintains property websites, creates marketing collateral, plans events, promotes brand awareness through social media, works closely with property and regional managers, and handles all marketing efforts for DASMEN.