Who We Are

Portland Properties, formerly known as ELC Management, is a family-owned commercial real estate development and property management firm based in Portland, Maine.

John DiFiore, Maintenance Technician

John DiFiore is a member of the Portland Properties Maintenance Team. On the job, John is highly regarded for his easygoing, positive nature. Born and raised in Portland, John is a trained mason who enjoys keeping his skills sharp with new projects at work and at home (the next is a pizza oven). When he’s not working, you might find him volunteering at a Portland soup kitchen, boating, riding a motorcycle, or spending time with his son and daughter or any of his 10 siblings.

Rick Hinkle, Maintenance Technician

Rick Hinkle is a member of the Portland Properties Maintenance Team. Before joining us, he worked as a remodeling contractor, and in the Navy as an electrician. Our tenants always appreciate his meticulous attention to detail. Rick has two daughters, both honor students, and lives in Old Orchard Beach. In his spare time, he enjoys presenting comedy and working on vehicles.

Ryan Nadeau, Maintenance Technician

Ryan Nadeau is a member of the Portland Properties Maintenance Team. Before joining us, he worked in residential property management. Ryan has a vast skillset in carpentry, electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems. Ryan lives in Casco and enjoys being outdoors, specifically ice fishing during the winter months.

Kirk Hill, Maintenance Technician

Kirk is the newest member of our Portland Properties Maintenance Team.  He brings a diverse range of experience and skills to our crew including a previous stint as a helicopter mechanic where he was part of the team that set a distance record at the time for over water flight from Japan to the Philippines.  Kirk, a former Corporal in the U.S. Marine Corps, is a Maine native and currently lives in Lewiston with his wife.

Andrea Gamrat, Property Manager

Andrea was born and raised in Maine. After graduating from the University of New England with a Physical Therapy degree, and working for several years with special needs children, she decided to change paths. After working for a large local lumber company and being on the road for a major hardware store as a Training Manager, she decided to manage her own “handywoman” business for several years, making her a Jane of all trades. Prior to joining the team at Portland Properties as a Property Manager, she spent several years at the Portland Regency Hotel and Spa as the Maintenance Manager.  Andrea lives in her hometown of Lisbon Falls with her wife Kelly.

Greg Rainforth, Director of Real Estate Operations

Greg Rainforth is Portland Properties Director of Real Estate Operations.  He manages the construction oversight, leasing administration, budgeting, scheduling, staffing, safety and coordination of resources within Portland Properties portfolio. He has almost 20 years of experience in the Real Estate, Construction, and Property Management realm, having worked with national and multi-national retail brands including Timberland, Planet Fitness, Lindt Chocolate and Oath Pizza.  Greg is a native to Maine and graduated from the University of South Carolina with a B.S. in Business Management/Economics, and also holds an MBA from Babson College. He currently resides in the Town of York with his wife Michele, son Nick, and daughter Emily. In his spare time you can likely find him on the pickleball courts or fishing in and around York Harbor.

Sierra Smith, Accounting Specialist

Sierra is an Accounting Specialist at Portland Properties, where she plays a key role in supporting the accounting department through billing coordination and tenant communications. A true multitasker and team player, Sierra brings a diverse professional background that spans farm management, social media marketing, and patient services in the medical field. She holds a B.S. in Public Health and is currently pursuing her Master of Public Health (MPH), reflecting her commitment to continued growth and learning. Sierra’s wide-ranging experience and unique skill set bring a fresh and valuable perspective to the team. Outside the office, she enjoys unwinding with a good book in hand.

Pam Wilson, Accounting Specialist

Pam Wilson is an Accounting Specialist at Portland Properties. Before joining our team, she worked at Webster Engineering in Lewiston for 14 years as the Office Manager. Prior to that, she worked at PRC Industrial in Portland for over 20 years as Office Manager and Bookkeeper. She likes to walk, cook, work in the garden and has retired from raising Havanese dogs. Pam and her husband Brian of over 42 years live in Falmouth and have two ‘now grown’ children, Brianna and Nicholas.

Deb Vargo, Office Manager

Deb Vargo manages the Portland Properties office, making sure our computers work, our bills are paid, and that we all know when the next storm is coming.

Kati Glencross, Human Resources Director

Kati Glencross is the Human Resources Director for Portland Properties, supporting HR strategy and operations across the organization’s affiliated businesses. She brings more than 10 years of experience in human resources across both the private and public sectors. Kati holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration (MBA) and is a Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP). Outside of work, Kati has been a dedicated volunteer with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southern Maine since 2013, where she mentors through a school-based program. She also enjoys fostering dogs and supporting local animal welfare efforts. A lifelong Mainer, Kati enjoys spending time with family and friends and, whenever possible, spending summer days at her family’s camp on the lake.

Madison Syer, Executive Operations Coordinator

Madison is Portland Properties’ Executive Operations Coordinator. She is an alumna of the University of Maine in Orono, where she earned a degree in Outdoor Recreation/Tourism. After graduating, she moved to Breckenridge Colorado and spent six years building her career in hospitality operations management. She eventually returned to Maine to be closer to her family and to pursue a new career path. She is happy to be living near the ocean and near good ice cream again. Outside of work, Madison enjoys taking walks with her dog, trying new restaurants, and exploring local spots with her partner and friends.

Sam Brown, Chief Financial Officer and Controller

Sam Brown is Portland Properties Chief Financial Officer and Controller. He is a CPA with a background in public and corporate accounting in a variety of industries. Sam holds a Masters in Professional Accounting and BS in accounting from Butler University in Indianapolis, IN. It was at Butler University that Sam met his wife, Meredith (a Mainer) and she brought him back to Maine with her. Sam lives in Kennebunk with his wife Meredith and their two boys Jacob and Evan.

Michael Cianchette, President and Legal Counsel

Michael Cianchette is Portland Properties’ President and in-house legal counsel. He was the chief counsel to Gov. Paul LePage from 2012-2013 and deputy counsel from 2011-2012. A Navy reservist, he was deployed to Afghanistan from 2013-2014 as a trainer and adviser to the Afghan National Police. He is an alumnus of the Leadership Maine program and holds a B.A. in economics and political science from Boston College along with a JD and an MBA from Suffolk University. Michael lives in Cumberland with his wife Michelle and their oldest son Luke, daughter Julia, and youngest son Dean.