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Posted: June 7, 2019
Johnson joins Barkan Management Company as chief administrative officer
Boston, MA According to Barkan Management Company, Russell Johnson, CPM, has joined the company as chief administrative officer.
Johnson brings 25 years of professional management experience to Barkan. Most recently, he was vice president and regional director at HallKeen Management, where he oversaw a portfolio of 45 apartment communities throughout New England, N.Y., MD, VA, N.C., and FL.
“I am very excited to be working with Barkan Management Company,” Russell said, “and look forward to bringing my consistent leadership and supportive mentoring style to an outstanding and dedicated group of professionals.”
William DiSchino, president and CEO of Barkan said, “I’m thrilled to add Russ to our team, as we grow in numbers and continue to expand our portfolio throughout the New England and the D.C. region.”
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