Team Members

Mr. Hutsell is the founder and CEO of Premier Management, a full service real estate company based in Minnesota. He has a 25 year proven track record of the successful ownership, management and development of multi-family real estate. Over the l... Mr. Hutsell is the founder and CEO of Premier Management, a full service real estate company based in Minnesota. He has a 25 year proven track record of the successful ownership, management and development of multi-family real estate. Over the last 20 years he personally developed a nationally recognized property management model and has been involved in the development/rehabilitation of thousands of units of multi-family housing. In 2010, he founded Premier, and by early 2025 the company will have grown to nearly 5,000 units across 66 communities in 11 states. He has assembled one of the most talented corporate staff in the region. Mr. Hutsell is also a principal in the Minneapolis based development firm of MDR Development LLC. In the last five years they have completed several development deals and syndications of multi- family assets. The completed projects have a value in excess of 200 million dollars. Mr. Hutsell is a recognized leader in housing management and development having managed cumulative portfolios of over 150 properties located throughout the Midwest with assets in excess of one billion dollars and annual operating budgets of over 100 million. He is a state licensed Real Estate Broker, has a skilled background in commercial /residential brokerage and acquisition, and property appraisal. Mr. Hutsell also serves on the board of Preservation Housing Trust Inc, a nonprofit affordable housing developer based in Saint Paul, Minnesota.

Maria Demmer is a multifamily operations leader known for driving performance, building strong teams, and stabilizing complex portfolios across multiple markets. With experience overseeing 60+ assets totalling over 5,000 units across several sta... Maria Demmer is a multifamily operations leader known for driving performance, building strong teams, and stabilizing complex portfolios across multiple markets. With experience overseeing 60+ assets totalling over 5,000 units across several states, she brings a results-driven, people-centered approach to leadership. Most recently, Maria held a senior executive role overseeing multifamily operations for a large and diverse portfolio. Previously, she served as Chief Operating Officer for a national housing organization, where she spent 17 years rising through the ranks—from Regional Manager to Vice President to COO. In her executive role, she led portfolio-wide operations during a critical period of organizational change, restructuring systems, improving processes, and stabilizing performance across assets. Maria specializes in operational turnaround, team development, and building scalable systems that enhance efficiency, accountability, and the resident experience. She is recognized for stepping into challenging situations, restoring structure, and leading with clarity, consistency, and integrity. Her leadership style blends strong business acumen with a deep commitment to team culture—grounded in the belief that empowered teams are the foundation of sustainable success.

Linda Pope, Chief Financial Officer, Yardi Administrator & Accounting Support. Linda is the administrator & support coordinator of our property management software, Yardi, used at Premier. Linda also trains and supports the property accounting ... Linda Pope, Chief Financial Officer, Yardi Administrator & Accounting Support. Linda is the administrator & support coordinator of our property management software, Yardi, used at Premier. Linda also trains and supports the property accounting &, accounts payable staff. Her background includes over 15 years of experience in Property Management, holding positions including Director of Accounting, Assistant Controller, Software Administrator, and Accounts Payable Manager. Linda also has 20 years of accounting experience in the areas of physical therapy manufacturing & physical therapy treatment. In addition, she has worked a number of years in the non-profit industry involving physical therapy, shelter management & with varies clubs & associations. Linda holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of WI Oshkosh, with an emphasis in Accounting. She has also held certifications as a CPA, and in Production & Inventory Management.

Sarah Macke, Consulting Director of Information Technology. With over 25 years in the industry, she brings valuable experience in fostering innovation, improving operations, and crafting solutions tailored to client needs. Sarah is dedicated to ... Sarah Macke, Consulting Director of Information Technology. With over 25 years in the industry, she brings valuable experience in fostering innovation, improving operations, and crafting solutions tailored to client needs. Sarah is dedicated to understanding the unique challenges her clients face and finding ways to enhance their efficiency and productivity. Over the past 15 years at Premier, she has been proud to contribute her skills and perspective to the team.

Shannon Mullen, HR Supervisor at Premier Management & Development. Shannon, an experienced HR professional with 15 years of diverse Human Resources experience, holds a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Augsburg College. She excels in c... Shannon Mullen, HR Supervisor at Premier Management & Development. Shannon, an experienced HR professional with 15 years of diverse Human Resources experience, holds a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Augsburg College. She excels in cultivating a positive workplace culture, implementing HR policies, managing recruitment, and offering employee relations assistance. Shannon’s strengths include enhancing organizational efficiency through strategic HR programs and prioritizing employee welfare in the work environment.

Min Soo Song, Assistant Director of Facilities at Premier Management and Development. Min brings to the team over five years of Property Management experience in affordable housing. Min started his career with Premier as a Maintenance Technician... Min Soo Song, Assistant Director of Facilities at Premier Management and Development. Min brings to the team over five years of Property Management experience in affordable housing. Min started his career with Premier as a Maintenance Technician, gaining valuable insight into the maintenance needs of the properties. Currently in his role as Assistant Director of Facilities, Min supervises and coordinates multi-department and multi-vendor projects for the properties to ensure smooth and high-quality operations. Min also plays a vital role in the staffing of the maintenance team throughout the portfolio of properties. Prior to joining the property management industy, Min worked in the retail and service industries. Using his past experiences, Min excels in service management and vendor relations.