
Jeffrey A. Hirschfeld
Chairman & CEO
Jeffrey A. Hirschfeld
Chairman & CEO

Mr. Hirschfeld is Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Hirschfeld Properties LLC, President of Hirschfeld Building Construction Company, President and CEO of Hirschfeld Management, Inc., and a principal in all three companies. Prior to 1987, Mr. Hirschfeld was employed by Konover and Associates, Inc., one of the largest privately-held real estate development firms in the United States. Since 1987, he has been a principal in The Hirschfeld Companies LLC and its related companies, where he currently serves as President and Chief Operating Officer. Mr. Hirschfeld has been involved in all aspects of senior level management and operation of The Hirschfeld Companies LLC and its related companies. He has been a principal in Hirschfeld Properties since 1987 and has been engaged in real estate development, acquisition and management for the past 30 years. Mr. Hirschfeld has extensive experience raising capital in both the public and private debt and equity markets. He received a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and Finance from Boston University's School of Management. Mr. Hirschfeld is a member of the National Multi Housing Council and has served on its board of directors . He is a member of the board of directors of Friends of Yemin Orde and a former member of the New York Cabinet of JINSA (The Jewish Institute for National Security Affairs). Mr. Hirschfeld is former Connecticut State Government Affairs Committee Co-Chairman for the International Council of Shopping Centers and served on its National Government Affairs Committee. He is a past speaker and advisor to the Associated Builders and Owners of Greater New York and the Boston University Entrepreneurial Forum.

Helen L. Gotman
Chief Operating Officer
Chief Financial Officer
Helen L. Gotman
Chief Operating Officer
Chief Financial Officer
Chief Financial Officer

Mrs. Gotman is Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer of Hirschfeld Properties LLC and Hirschfeld Management, Inc. and sits on the investment committee of Hirschfeld Properties LLC. Over the past 21 years, she has held key roles in accounting, finance, property management, asset management, construction and development at leading national firms, including Arthur Andersen LLP, Trio General Contracting Associates, LG Advisors and GFI Management Services Inc. (“GFI”). At GFI, as the head of its management company, Mrs. Gotman led the company’s successful growth and supporting infrastructure as it grew from 2000 multifamily units to 18,000 multifamily units within just a few years of her joining the firm. Helen is involved in all aspects of senior level management and operations of Hirschfeld Properties LLC and its related companies. Her responsibilities encompass the full range of the firm’s activities, including operations, accounting, finance, acquisitions, construction and long-term planning. Helen received a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance and Accounting (cum laude, dean’s list, honor roll) from New York University, Stern School of Business and is the recipient of the L.N. Stern Scholarship for Academic Excellence, I.J. Rosenthal Scholarship, and UFT Scholarship.

Peter E. Hopkins
Chief Investment Officer
Peter E. Hopkins
Chief Investment Officer

Mr. Hopkins is Chief Investment Officer of Hirschfeld Properties LLC. In his capacity as CIO, he leads multifamily acquisitions, capital markets and dispositions, and sits on the firm’s investment committee. Mr. Hopkins oversees the acquisitions team in sourcing and evaluating multifamily opportunities for current investor partners as well as developing new equity and debt relationships. Prior to joining Hirschfeld, Peter was Vice President at Broadway Partners in New York City and subsequently Director at its affiliate – Waypoint Residential where he led multifamily acquisition and development. Most recently, he was a Principal at Prospect Capital where he originated, negotiated, executed, and managed investments across the firm’s real estate platform, primarily multifamily properties totaling over 5500 units across the eastern seaboard. Peter is a graduate of The George Washington University where he was a Presidential Academic Scholar and a Derrel Waldroupe Scholar.

Bill E. Nettles
Senior Vice President of Construction
Bill E. Nettles
Senior Vice President of Construction

Bill E. “Billy” Nettles is Senior Vice President of Construction for Hirschfeld Properties and is a Senior Vice President of Hirschfeld Building Construction Company, Inc. He has thirty-five years of multifamily construction experience, with extensive expertise in re-development and renovation. He has supervised the renovation/construction of over One Hundred Thousand (100,000+) multifamily/apartment units and multiple retail shopping centers. Billy is responsible for all aspects of Hirschfeld’s multifamily renovation and redevelopment efforts, from team development and leadership, to national purchasing, planning and scheduling, design review and project management. He also participates in the company’s due diligence process as well as portfolio facilities management.
Over the course of his career, Billy has held senior level construction executive positions with industry leading national firms United Dominion Realty Trust, AIMCO, Laramar and Harbor Group. Billy holds a BS in Building Construction from Virginia Tech. He is a member of the Hamptons Road Apartment Council, Virginia Apartment Management Association, and the National Apartment Association.

Kimberly Taylor Hirschfeld
Senior Vice President Project Design and Marketing
Kimberly Taylor Hirschfeld
Senior Vice President Project Design and Marketing

Kimberly Taylor Hirschfeld is Senior Vice President Project Design and Marketing for Hirschfeld Properties LLC and Hirschfeld Management, Inc. (“HMI”). She oversees all aspects of marketing and design for Hirschfeld Properties LLC, HMI and Hirschfeld Building Construction Company, Inc. Mrs. Hirschfeld has held key positions at multiple firms in areas including marketing, design and branding. Prior to joining Hirschfeld, she was Global Branding and Marketing Director for MetLife. At MetLife she headed a $150 million+ program overseeing the company’s sponsorship and branding globally across multiple platforms, all focused on sports, as well as the company’s blimp program. During her tenure at MetLife, Mrs. Hirschfeld negotiated MetLife’s cornerstone sponsorship at New Meadowlands Stadium (now MetLife Stadium) and managed the relationship and building activation between the insurance company and the NFL home of the Jets and Giants. MetLife’s 12-year deal was the first of four cornerstone sponsorships to support the new $1.7 billion stadium. Anheuser-Busch, Verizon and Pepsi followed in succession after the lead taken by MetLife under Hirschfeld’s direction.
Mrs. Hirschfeld is a graduate of Davidson College where she received a full athletic scholarship and was a member of the school’s Division 1 NCAA basketball team. She is actively involved in various philanthropic endeavors and is the recipient of Sports Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 award.

David Hall
Controller
David Hall
Controller

David Hall is Controller of Hirschfeld Properties LLC as well as its affiliated management and construction companies. As Controller, Mr. Hall is responsible for the accounting operations of the company, financial reporting production, maintenance of accounting records, and a comprehensive set of controls designed to mitigate risk and enhance the accuracy of the company's reported financial results.
David has over twenty seven years of accounting experience in the real estate industry. He began his career with J.E. Robert Company of New England and spent 14 years there and at its successor firm JER Revenue Services LLC/JER Partners. He was later an assistant controller for a $450 million real estate fund business and from there advanced to Controller of a New York City based real estate investment and development firm with over $300 million AUM comprised of 26 multifamily operating properties.
David has a Bachelors degree in Business Economics from Southern Connecticut State University and a Masters in Accounting from University of New Haven.

Nina Francis
Vice President – Human Resources
Nina Francis
Vice President – Human Resources

Nina Francis is Vice President of Human Resources for Hirschfeld Properties LLC as well as its affiliated management and construction companies. In her role as Hirschfeld’s senior human resources executive, Ms. Francis is responsible for the company’s strategic planning on all employee related matters including recruitment, talent management, performance management, compliance, compensation and benefits administration. Prior to Hirschfeld, she held executive and consultant roles within the multifamily industry, as well as the mortgage finance and educational fields. Her multifamily experience includes spearheading, implementing and leading multiple HR functions for Edgewood Management Corporation, Mid-City Financial Corporation, and Vantage Management; spanning 1,200 employees in 14 states. Nina has a BS in Business Administration from Towson University. She is an avid volunteer at Cane Corso Rescue, Inc. connecting dogs with their forever homes.

Ashley Pavlovich
Director of Marketing
Ashley Pavlovich
Director of Marketing

Ashley Pavlovich is Director of Marketing for Hirschfeld Properties LLC and Hirschfeld Management, Inc. (”HMI”). She oversees corporate branding and marketing for Hirschfeld Properties LLC and HMI and its portfolio of properties. Mrs. Pavlovich has worked in the multifamily marketing industry for several national industry leading firms. Prior to joining Hirschfeld, she was Director of Marketing at The Bainbridge Companies where she oversaw core marketing processes including brand management, marketing communications, advertising and public relations for Bainbridge’s portfolio of properties spanning 6 states and totaling 18,000 units. Mrs. Pavlovich received a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing (cum laude) from The Pennsylvania State University, Smeal College of Business.

Joseph J. Sugamele Jr.
Chief Technology Officer
Joseph J. Sugamele Jr.
Chief Technology Officer

Joseph J. Sugamele Jr. is Chief Technology Officer of Hirschfeld Properties. Mr. Sugamele is responsible for the extensive and robust Information Technology infrastructure of Hirschfeld Properties and its affiliated companies. He devises the IT framework, technology procedures, and practices for the Hirschfeld group of companies. Mr. Sugamele aligns cutting edge IT vision with Hirschfeld’s overall business strategy by integrating company processes with multiple technologies and platforms. He is responsible for all aspects of developing and implementing technology initiatives within the organization and maintains existing enterprise systems, while providing direction in all technology-related issues in support of information operations and core company values and missions.
Mr. Sugamele, in concert with his staff, designs and develops all Hirschfeld websites and provides all ongoing support thereto, including ongoing Search Engine Optimization efforts to drive leasing inquiries and traffic to the firm’s operating real estate assets.
Mr. Sugamele is the founder and COO of multiple IT related companies and has been profiled in numerous industry publications. In addition to his extensive IT background and experience, he has over 15 years of experience in multi-family acquisition and operations.

T. Donald Hirschfeld
Chairman Emeritus
T. Donald Hirschfeld
Chairman Emeritus

T. DONALD HIRSCHFELD is the founder of Hirschfeld Brothers Construction Company and Chairman of its successor company, Hirschfeld Building Construction Company, Inc. He is Chairman Emeritus of Hirschfeld Properties LLC. Mr. Hirschfeld, who attended Stanford University and holds a degree in Industrial Administration and Civil Engineering from the University of Connecticut, has more than forty-five years of experience in real estate development, management and construction. Since the mid-1960s he has been involved in the successful development of over 40 major real estate projects across the United States as principal owner and developer with an aggregate value in excess of $1 Billion. Mr. Hirschfeld is a past president of the Hartford Property Owners Association, and a former advisor and speaker of the Building Owners and Managers Association of America. He is a Corporator of the Connecticut Children's Medical Center, a past Trustee of the Ella Bur-McManus Trust, and served on the Board of Directors of the Greater Hartford Hebrew Home and Hospital. He is Vice President of the Holocaust Documentation and Education Center in Dania Beach, Florida.