Areas We Serve
Venice
Bradenton
Ellenton
Lakewood Ranch
Parrish
Sarasota
Palm Island
Englewood
North Port
Port Charlotte
Punta Gorda
Barrier Islands
Wondering How Much Your Property Will Rent For?
Free Rental Analysis for Investment Owners in Palmetto, North Port and the Surrounding Areas
People often ask us how much they can rent their property for. The size and location are often the primary driving factors, although consideration must be given to the unique characteristics of your property and the time of year the property is placed on the market. If you’re wondering how much you can earn in rent, contact us today.
Leadership
Andy Moore
Broker & CEO
Jodi Linkenhoker
Director of Operations
Andy Moore, MPM®, RPM®
Broker & CEO
Administration | Sales | Office
Email Address: andy@choosegulfcoast.com
After purchasing investment real estate in Manatee County in the late 90’s and recognizing the dearth of management options, Andy founded Gulf Coast Property Management in 2003. Starting out with just one property owner, Andy has driven the growth of the company and firmly established Gulf Coast Property Management as one of the premier property management firms in the region.Originally from the UK, where he served as a police detective, Andy has relished every step of his entrepreneurial journey from cleaning pools at the properties of his first customers, through to being a real estate broker managing a $300 million portfolio.
Always seeking new and innovative ways to improve the rental ownership experience for property owners, Andy is encouraged by recent developments in the property management industry. Andy believes the advent of new technology is at the cornerstone of the recent growth and he strives to incorporate this technology at the very heart of Gulf Coast Property Management.
Andy holds key positions within organizations such as NARPM and VRMA, allowing him to help shape the future of this growing industry. Andy served as the 2016/2017 President of the Sarasota and Bradenton NARPM Chapter.
In 2018, Andy earned the prestigious Master Property Manager designation. A designation held by less than 1% of real estate professionals.
True to his roots, Andy still harbors a passion for all sports, especially rugby and golf. He lives locally with his family.
Fun Fact: Andy is bilingual — He speaks English and American.
Jodi Linkenhoker
Director of Operations
Administration | Office
Email Address: jodi@choosegulfcoast.com
Jodi has been with the company since 2006 and is our longest-serving employee. Jodi’s operational knowledge is vast, and she keeps the Gulf Coast ship on a very even keel. Much of our success can be attributed to Jodi’s dedication to the cause and pursuit of delivering great customer service.
Jodi is proud to serve as the 2017 Secretary of the Sarasota and Bradenton NARPM Chapter. Jodi is also a Florida Real Estate Licensee.
Born and raised in Bradenton, Jodi has developed a love for travel and since honeymooning in Italy in 2013, Jodi has added a passion for cooking and wine tasting. When she is not spending time with her husband and daughter, Stella, she enjoys taking photos and scrap booking.
Fun Fact: Jodi loves to line dance.
Marketing
Beth Vandroff
Business Development Manager
LoriAnn Quasky
Marketing Coordinator
Rebekah Ronningen
Revenue Manager
Bill Williams
Business Development Manager
Beth Vandroff
Business Development Manager
Email Address: b.vandroff@choosegulfcoast.com
Beth was born and raised in New Jersey and has been a Florida resident for over 20 Years. Beth’s main career has been in Business Development and Sales. After taking some time off to raise her family, and explore other fields and interests, she has found her new home at Gulf Coast Property Management. She is putting her NJ Real Estate License these days to good use.Beth enjoys watching her daughter’s collegiate regattas, golfing, bowling and eating!
Fun Fact: Her favorite vacation was visiting Australia.
LoriAnn Quasky
Marketing Coordinator
Email Address: l.quasky@choosegulfcoast.com
Although LoriAnn was born & raised in Rye, NY outside of Manhattan, she spent her childhood summers on the beaches of Sarasota. She received a Bachelor of Science in Marketing with Minors in Management & Music from Fairfield University. Combining her love for the arts with her love of business, she founded & managed her own successful entertainment company for over a decade. LoriAnn went on to become VP of Sales & Marketing for a consulting firm where she advanced several corporations & start-ups in the real estate, tech & entertainment world with her marketing expertise. While later taking on the role of Chief Business Development Officer, she discovered modern & unconventional ways to generate revenue and propelled several companies to become leaders in their industry.
Her keen sense of business merged with her creative mind, makes her a unique & innovative marketing professional with an entrepreneurial mindset who thinks “outside of the box.” LoriAnn’s two children keep her on her toes, but when she does have a free minute you might find her playing piano or writing a song on her guitar by the beach.
Fun Fact: She loves singing Karaoke!
Rebekah Ronningen
Revenue Manager
Email Address: r.ronningen@choosegulfcoast.com
Originally from Fargo, North Dakota, Rebekah has enjoyed being a Florida resident for nearly five years. Before moving to the sunshine state in 2015, Rebekah earned her Bachelor of Science in Mass Communications with an emphasis in public relations and advertising from Minnesota State University, Moorhead.
Rebekah went on to work in nonprofit development where she specialized in fundraising, relationship building, customer service, resource development, donor communication, and database management. Before joining Gulf Coast Property Management’s dynamic team, Rebekah enjoyed working locally with nonprofit leaders at the Community Foundation of Sarasota County and the Manatee Performing Arts Center.
Coming from such a cold climate, Rebekah quickly fell in love with Florida’s beautiful weather, rich culture, and stunning beaches. In her spare time, Rebekah enjoys creating memories with her family and friends, taking trips to the beach, reading, yoga, and spin classes.
Fun Fact: Rebekah has an identical “mirror” twin!
Bill Williams
Business Development Manager
Email Address: b.williams@choosegulfcoast.com
Bill Williams is a 30 year sales and marketing professional. Bill and his family moved to Englewood, Florida full-time 7 years ago, after he sold his contracting and restoration business in Virginia Beach, VA. Bill came to Gulf Coast Property Management from a competitor and is experienced in both property management and general contracting.
Bill is active in various community organizations including Rotary Clubs and Chamber of Commerce groups in the area.
Fun Fact: He is the playing captain of two competitive tennis teams in SWFL that compete in various private tennis facilities in the Sarasota area.
Leasing Agents
Michelle Burton
Leasing Agent
Laurie Rastovski
Leasing Agent
Tiffany Harris
Leasing Agent
Jaime Barcelo
Leasing Agent
Michelle Burton
Leasing Agent
Leasing
Email Address: m.burton@choosegulfcoast.com
Michelle is our leasing agent. After spending several years working in the retail industry, Michelle has found a new calling in real estate, specifically leasing rental units. Owners and prospects alike love working with Michelle, thanks in no small part to her warm personality and efficient capabilities. Originally from Mississippi, Michelle has lived in many different locations, including Dallas, Atlanta, and England. She loves spending time with her family, especially watching her son play soccer.
Fun fact: Michelle has collected elephants since she was very young.
Laurie Rastovski
Leasing Agent
Email Address: l.rastovski@choosegulfcoast.com
Laurie was born in Northwest Indiana and later moved to Michigan with her husband, where the couple owned a restaurant and raised their two children. She first entered the real estate industry in 2007 but the family had long harbored the dream of one day making the move to Florida, which in 2008 finally came true. She transitioned her career to property management and enjoyed her new role in the Sarasota apartment industry. Laurie worked for Michael Saunders and Company from 2012 until early 2019 and recently joined Gulf Coast Property Management.
Laurie has a love for the industry and a passion for helping others along with knowledge of the local market. She recognizes the trust owners & tenants place in her and she strives every day to exceed their expectations.
Laurie and her husband love spending time outdoors enjoying our beautiful beaches, local concerts, entertaining family & friends and walking their Shih Tzu “Cubbie.”
Fun Fact: Laurie’s nickname as a child was “Buffy.”
Tiffany Harris
Leasing Agent
Email Address: t.harris@choosegulfcoast.com
Tiffany was born in Sarasota, Florida and spent her youth in Myakka City. She has lived in Manatee County almost her entire life. She stretched just north to St. Petersburg to follow a career in cosmetology, but soon after was married & had two beautiful daughters. Tiffany realized what an amazing gift her daughters are, and became a stay-at-home mom for the next four and a half years. After retiring her ‘stay at home mom apron’ she moved back to Lakewood Ranch to be closer to her family where she grew up. Tiffany then came to realize her ultimate dream of being in Real Estate.
She has always enjoyed working closely with others and doing things that bring people true joy. Tiffany has worked as an agent for Keller Williams until she recently found her new home here at Gulf Coast Property Management. Certainly after growing up in this area, Tiffany has a great understanding for the real estate market in Manatee & Sarasota Counties.
At home she spends most of her time doing things she can enjoy with her daughters, like going to the beach & having family barbeques at her brother’s house. She loves sports and enjoys watching college & pro football, golf & baseball. In recent years, she has enjoyed playing on Co-Ed slow pitch teams and making her way around various golf courses all over the country.
Fun Fact: She played competitive travel softball from age 6-16 years old!
Jaime Barcelo
Leasing Agent
Email Address: j.barcelo@choosegulfcoast.com
Originally from Westchester, New York, Jaime has been a resident of Sarasota for 15 years. Before moving to Sarasota in 2004, Jaime earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts from Purchase College, State University of New York. She went on to work as a graphic artist in New York City for such high profile companies as Ralph Lauren, American Eagle, Tommy Hilfiger, and Cole Haan.
Jaime is a licensed Realtor and leasing agent specializing in waterfront property, with a customer-centric approach & natural affinity for customer care. With a creative flair and an exceptional ability to understand the needs of her customers, Jaime went on to be ranked among the top 4% of sales associates nationwide with Coldwell Banker and the top producing Vacation Rental Expert with Michael Saunders & Company, before joining Gulf Coast Property Management to build upon that success.
Jaime lives with her family in the Downtown Sarasota area where she enjoys an active lifestyle, volunteering for Habitat for Humanity, supporting the local YMCA programs and participating in charities she holds close such as the MS Society and the Alzheimer’s Association. On weekends she and her husband can be found cheering on the sidelines of their daughter’s soccer games & Sarasota Sharks’ swim meets, biking to the beach, stumbling on the tennis courts or experiencing one of the many local attractions that Sarasota has to offer.
Fun Fact: Although her daughter is a competitive swimmer, Jaime does not know how to swim.
Accounting
Lisa Elliott
Accounting Manager
Maria Palatino
Assistant Bookkeeper
Lisa Elliott, CRMB®
Accounting Manager
Accounting
Email Address: l.elliott@choosegulfcoast.com
Lisa holds a BA in accounting and a real estate license, which are just two of the reasons we pried her away from the Sarasota County Finance Department. She has proven an integral part of the Gulf Coast Property Management team. Born and raised in Manatee County, Lisa lives in Parrish with her husband and two young children. She enjoys everything DIY, but most of all, she cherishes spending quality time with her family.
Lisa was proud to serve as the Sarasota and Bradenton NARPM Chapter Treasurer between 2016 and 2018. In 2018, Lisa earned the coveted Certified Residential Management Bookkeeper (CRMB) designation.
Fun Fact: Lisa is a Real Housewives fanatic!
Maria Palatino
Assistant Bookkeeper
Accounting | Office
Email Address: m.palatino@choosegulfcoast.com
After spending much of her career honing her skills in the hotel industry, Maria now puts her experience to good use in our Accounting Dept. A new addition to our team in 2015, we are excited to watch Maria grow with our company.
Maria is a Colombia native, who lives in Bradenton with her family. She has an 8 year old daughter who loves to dance and; a 4 year old son who’s all about Superheroes.
When summer time comes around her family enjoy early mornings at Coquina Beach.
Fun Fact: She loves watching movies with her family.
Senior Rental Managers
Ian Lesikar
Senior Rental Manager
Ian Lesikar
Senior Rental Manager
Email Address: i.lesikar@choosegulfcoast.com
Ian grew up in Maryland, where he earned a B.S. in Business Administration from Towson University. He started his career in finance, then to real estate appraising, to pursuing his passion for all things real estate. His love of travel led him to the French Riviera to work in vacation property management and where he met his wife, Julia.
Julia and Ian moved from France to Florida in 2012 to pursue Ian’s interest in real estate research. In 2017 they welcomed their new son, Eli. The family now live in Sarasota where they can been found early mornings enjoying the beach.
Fun Fact: Ian loves to learn new languages and has studied Swedish, Spanish, French and Slovak.
Administration
Chelsea Thayer
Guest Services Agent
Yazmin Dominguez
Customer Success Specialist
Chelsea Thayer
Guest Services Agent
Email Address: c.thayer@choosegulfcoast.com
Chelsea was born and raised just outside of Portland, Oregon and moved to Florida in 2000. She is the oldest of 5 and loves watching her siblings grow and accomplish new things. She lived in 4 different states before she turned 10 and continually moved around a lot until recently. Chelsea received her Bachelor’s Degree from the University of South Florida in Criminology in 2016. She welcomed her first son in February of 2018 and she is enjoying every minute with him. When she is not working, she enjoys spending time with her son and fiancée, & enjoys shopping (maybe a little too much at times.)
Chelsea has worked in the customer service industry since 2009. From smoothie places, to sandwich shops, to car rental agencies, she has learned the ins and outs of customer service. She was a manager for many years at a restaurant and learned how to manage and work intricately in a team environment. Chelsea provides excellent customer service and works well under pressure when problem solving. She is a great addition to the team and fits right in with working in the team environment.
Fun Fact: She is obsessed with all things Harry Potter, Marvel Comics, Star Wars, & cats.
Yazmin Dominguez
Customer Success Specialist
Email Address: y.dominguez@choosegulfcoast.com
Yazmin was raised in beautiful, sunny California before leaving for college to get her BA degree in International Relations and Minor in International Law. She comes from an extensive background in the customer service field, including working several years in call centers where she helped resolve customers’ issues and delivered top-notch quality service. Yazmin was also offered the wonderful opportunity to participate in the prestigious Disney College Program.
She enjoys helping others with problems and creating positive outcomes. Her one-year old daughter keeps her very busy when she is not working. She’s an avid animal lover and she loves to travel & explore the world.
Fun fact: Yazmin is a huge Disney fan and can’t wait to take her daughter on her first Disney trip to see Mickey Mouse!
Rental Managers
Elaine Dexter
Rental Manager
Elaine Dexter
Rental Manager
Email Address: e.dexter@choosegulfcoast.com
Elaine hails from the Chicagoland area, and has been a Venice resident for over 28 years now.
She worked for the Marriott Corporation in the hospitality industry and transitioned over to beach front vacation hotel accommodations as the General Manager for the Best Western Sandbar Beach Resort in Venice Beach, FL.
Elaine began to find a passion for long-term vacation rental accommodations, offering the highest guest satisfaction rating within the company and she established cooperative working procedures with rental owners. Her experience with both seasonal and annual rental portfolios has enabled both owners, tenants and guests to have confidence in her ability to resolve issues and maintain property standards.
Fun Fact: She enjoys day trips to the Walt Disney Parks in her spare time.
What People Are Saying About Us
This experience has been a pleasure from day 1. All of our concerns have always been dealt with in a very timely and efficient manner. We are being kept updated on everything happening at our property without feeling like we're being spammed.
Chelsea is amazing to deal with, she replies to and acts on emails faster than I've ever experienced with anyone else on the property market. Even a Friday evening 6pm has not held her back from communicating information between our tenants and us.
I had the pleasure of working with Laurie to find our new home and have Kelly as my property manager. Everything has gone better than I could have hoped or imagined. We began very stressed trying to find a home and when we came across the house we chose, Laurie was so kind during the showing and made everything so easy after that point. Kelly has been wonderful since we started living here and been super helpful with any questions we have. We are so happy this was our first experience moving into a home!
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Scott has proved to be a personal, professional and people oriented person to work with. He spent time to look over things preparing for rental and I felt included through his listening and feedback. He responds promptly and courteously to handle questions in email. In fact I feel like he takes care of everything that I would do and more. I am in process of moving and he reduced my stress level by clarifying tasks that Gulf Coast could complete. He also thinks of things to do I didn't think of and seeks my approval before acting on tasks. He is a class act. My only complaint is that he showed up extra early for initial appt. but that is better than not at all or late! Overall I highly rate him as a welcome presence on Gulf Coast staff. I already feel part of their team with dignity and respect.
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I've been very happy with the service from Gulf Coast Management! Very prompt if I need something fixed in my unit. Kelly Crawford always answers my emails and has been easy to work with! Excellent service!
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As a long-term Plantation rental guests, my husband and I want to thank Elaine Dexter at making our visits a fantastic experience. Everything runs smoothly when she is in charge. She goes out of her way to handle any problem or concern (be it large or small) with a sense of urgency & commitment. You can tell that she truly cares! Looking forward to seeing Elaine in November, because I know that our visit will be a memorable one. We know we will be in good hands with no worries at all.
