Connor Johnston
Finance and Development Analyst
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About Connor
Connor Johnston was born and raised on Long Island, New York. After graduating from Chaminade High School in 2018, he went on to study at Tulane University. He graduated in 2022 with a major in Real Estate Development and a minor in Business.
During his time at Tulane, Connor honed his skills in the field of real estate development, gaining a deep understanding of the industry’s complexities and challenges. He also became proficient in using analytical tools like Excel and Argus Enterprise to perform underwriting and sensitivity analysis. In his role, he continues to leverage his expertise to evaluate investment opportunities, manage risk, and make data-driven decisions that drive the company’s success.
Ellen McCain
Human Resources Assistant
About Ellen
Ellen McCain began her journey with Stirling in 2002, initially as a part-time receptionist before transitioning to a full-time role encompassing filing/document coordination and office management. Over the years, she evolved into the role of Human Resources Assistant, bringing extensive experience and dedication to her work.
Outside of her professional endeavors, Ellen enjoys actively supporting her grandchildren’s sports activities. With 50 years of marriage, she values both her professional and personal commitments.
Claire Barker
Property Services Manager
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About Claire
Mrs. Barker has been an integral part of Stirling since 2017, serving as a Property Manager on the Northshore. She oversees a diverse portfolio, including shopping centers, self-storage facilities, and office buildings across St. Tammany and Tangipahoa Parishes.
In her role, Claire effectively manages and supports the local Maintenance Team and Property Assistants based in the corporate office. Her responsibilities encompass the comprehensive management of retail and office properties in Hammond and Covington, ensuring operational excellence and tenant satisfaction.
Claire holds a Bachelor’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Southeastern Louisiana University. Outside of her professional endeavors, she enjoys spending quality time with her husband and daughter, and exploring new culinary experiences.
Rachel Jerkins
Property Services Manager
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About Rachel
Rachel is a Property Services Manager, overseeing all of the Stirling Properties managed locations in the Gulf Coast region from Mississippi to the Florida Panhandle. She has been with Stirling for 11 years, starting as a property accountant in 2015 then transitioning to Property Manager in 2017, then promoted to Property Services Manager in 2024. She has over 20 years’ experience in the accounting industry with 10+ in property management.
Her current responsibilities include oversight of the day to day operations of all Stirling managed office and retail space along the Gulf Coast. The team consists of four Property Managers, two Property Services Assistants and four Maintenance Engineers. She is responsible for negotiation of vendor contracts and maintenance agreements; preparing monthly property condition reports, financial statements, annual budgets for owner’s review; and monitors tenant and owner requests for maintenance services and follows through to resolution.
Outside of work, she enjoys gardening, cooking, and spending time with her family. She has been a resident of Stapleton, Alabama for more than 30 years, raising three boys with her husband.
