APG Living Team

VP of Property Management

Eric Babroff

Eric joined the Alterra Property Group in the spring of 2020. Prior to Alterra he started his career as a leasing agent in Philadelphia and has since spent the past twenty years working in multiple markets including New York, Chicago, Massachusetts, and Pennsylvania. His time in the industry has given him the opportunity to enjoy projects with new construction, historic redevelopment, and renovation in high-rise and garden style communities within urban and suburban environments. Eric is an active member of NAA holding his CAM and CAPs certifications. He has his Bachelor’s degree from Rowan University and currently resides in Skippack Pennsylvania.

Director of Marketing

Leah McVay

Leah McVay joined Alterra Property Group in September of 2017. She brings over 15 years of marketing and project management experience in multi-family housing, student living, and furnished corporate accommodations.

Leah is experienced in implementing innovative systems and creative strategies resulting in established brand identity, enhanced customer engagement, and lead generation. She is responsible for managing the overall marketing strategy for the residential portfolio to include digital marketing/ advertising, social media, and product launch. She brings to Alterra a strong understanding of real estate marketing, sales leadership, and team development.

Leah is a graduate of Temple University with a Bachelor’s degree in Communications.

Director of Residential Operations

Brett Weisberg

Brett joined Alterra in August of 2020 with a focus on Operations and Asset Management.

Brett previously held a similar role at the Fineberg Companies, one of the largest multi-family management firms in the Greater Boston area. Prior to Fineberg, he gained experience working in commercial real estate finance at Capital Crossing Servicing Company.

He earned a degree in Business Management from Pennsylvania State University and is a Boston native, but currently resides in Center City with his wife.

Regional Property Manager

Teresa Steinberger

Teresa Steinberger joined Alterra Property Group in July of 2015. She is responsible for overseeing the day to day management and operations of multiple multifamily residential apartments and commercial properties. With more than 15 years of property management experience, Teresa has strong administrative skills, a deep knowledge of contracts and property accounting and excellent communication skills.

Teresa is a graduate from Temple University with a Bachelor’s degree in Liberal Arts.

Regional Property Manager

Ben Bevan

Ben Bevan joined Alterra Property Group in May of 2017 as a Property Manager/Leasing Associate. Ben has worked throughout the Philadelphia area in a variety of roles in Real Estate before joining Alterra.

He has lived in the Philadelphia area his entire life, currently residing in Graduate Hospital.

Ben is a graduate of Drexel University with Bachelor’s degree in Marketing.

Property Manager

Linnaea Bongiorni

Linnaea has been in residential real estate as an owner/operator for over 15 years and multi-family property management over 3 years. In addition to managing Heinz Lofts, a 266 unit multi-family housing community for Alterra Property Group, she also manages her own properties. Her experience and driven work ethic has impacted her success in executing transition of ownership and taking an active role in due diligence, set-up and execution of systems, policies and procedures and management of full renovation projects.

She earned her Certified Apartment Manager certification through the Pennsylvania Apartment Association West in 2016. She also attended the National Legislative Conference in Washington, DC where she lobbied for the multifamily industry and spoke with various representatives from Pennsylvania. Linnaea serves on the Board of Directors as the Treasurer of the Pennsylvania Apartment Association West.

Property Manager

Justina Hill

Justina Hill joined Alterra Property Group in December of 2017 and is currently Property Manager for Alterra’s flagship luxury adaptive reuse property (The Versailles) along with two mixed-use assets.  Justina has over 10 years of Property Management experience and joined Alterra from a Toll Brothers new construction lease-up at a luxury garden style community in suburban Philadelphia .

Justina is a graduate of Temple University with a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing.

She currently resides in the Suburbs of Philadelphia with her husband and two kids.

Property Manager

James Gilliard

James began working with Alterra in 2021 as the Property Manager at The Versailles, Wharton Street Lofts and 414 Lofts. James began his career in property manager over 10 years ago, starting as a concierge at an A-class community in Philadelphia, PA. After being named Resident Concierge of the Year, he began building upon his skillsets to become the sole Leasing Professional for a 300-unit community. From there, James worked his way up becoming a Sales Manager, Assistant Property Manager and finally Property Manager in both Philadelphia and Jersey City, NJ, gaining industry knowledge and experience with each step. In 2019, James received his Certified Apartment Manager (CAM) certificate from the National Apartment Association.  Along with being CAM certified, James is also a licensed Notary through the State of Pennsylvania. James’ focus is on resident satisfaction, understanding that our residents are what make our communities great!

When James is not at work, he enjoys doing CrossFit along with entering many Philadelphia road races, including the Broad Street Run and Rocky Balboa Italian Stallion Challenge! James loves to travel the world with his husband Michael, and has enjoyed memorable trips to Paris, London and Barcelona. But James’ favorite place to relax is on the beach in Mexico!

James and his husband Michael are house hunting in the city, trying to find the perfect place for them and their two dogs, Melanie Ann and Frederick Davis.

Property Manager

Sonya Sunkett

Sonya Sunkett is an established professional in the property management industry and she is incredibly excited to join the Alterra family. Sonya has been working as a property manager for well over 25 years.   Prior to becoming a property manager she served as the assistant to the Director/Owner of Community Property Management Kenneth Penn, where she was able to learn and grow. Sonya walks into a new property with her interior decorator eyes thinking constantly of ways to modernize, beautify  and upgrade the spaces, whether it be common areas or the actual apartment turnovers. She exceeds expectations with her exceptional customer service skills. She goes above and beyond to resolve resident issues, with a reasonable outcome.

Her goal is to provide a welcoming environment for all residents.

Sonya enjoys spending time with her loved ones, watching old murder mysteries and listening to music.

Property Manager

Anthony Warfel

Anthony joined Alterra Property Group in April 2021.  Prior to joining Alterra, Anthony had worked in sales/management roles in a variety of fields, including real estate, construction, and healthcare. He is a Delaware native but has made Fishtown his home for the past 10 years.

Anthony holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from University of Valley Forge in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania.

Property Manager

Cherice Elmore

Cherice joined Alterra Property Group in November of 2022 as Property Manager. Prior to joining Alterra, Cherice worked in management and customer service roles in several industries, including property management, finance, and insurance. She takes pride in being knowledgeable in her industry and providing superb support to residents and staff. 

 Cherice is an Atlanta native and graduate of Georgia State University. She currently resides in Fishtown with her dog Theodore.