Join us in welcoming our New Hires
Laura Barlaj
Community Director,
Sahara West
Where are you from?
Laura: I was born and raised in Chicago and relocated to Las Vegas in 2005.
Do you have any hobbies?
Laura: Reading (mostly audiobooks), podcasts, current events, exploring new restaurants, and time with family.
Any interesting facts about yourself?
Laura: I have triplet grandchildren, I once sang in a barbershop chorus, and I fancy myself an expert on medieval history.
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Laura: I am grateful for the opportunity to work at Lewis. I am finding an amazing level of on-site support and the company’s values align with my own.
Adrian Banuelos
Accounts Payable Clerk,
Corporate – SoCal
Where are you from?
Adrian: Raised in Ontario and currently living in Eastvale CA.
Do you have any hobbies?
Adrian: Some of my hobbies include playing guitar, piano, and cards, for I am a master at poker.
Any interesting facts about yourself?
Adrian: I’m transferring to Cal Poly Pomona this upcoming Fall semester in pursuit of a B.S.
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Adrian: As an avid fan of learning, I’m excited to work at Lewis because it has given me the opportunity to advance my skills within my career field and to meet many awesome staff members. 😊
Adrian Banuelos
Accounts Payable Clerk,
Corporate – SoCal
Where are you from?
Adrian: Raised in Ontario and currently living in Eastvale CA.
Do you have any hobbies?
Adrian: Some of my hobbies include playing guitar, piano, and cards, for I am a master at poker.
Any interesting facts about yourself?
Adrian: I’m transferring to Cal Poly Pomona this upcoming Fall semester in pursuit of a B.S.
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Adrian: As an avid fan of learning, I’m excited to work at Lewis because it has given me the opportunity to advance my skills within my career field and to meet many awesome staff members. 😊
Evelina Balabanova
Leasing Consultant,
Carmel at Woodcreek West
Where are you from?
Evelina: I am from Roseville, CA.
Do you have any hobbies?
Evelina: My hobbies include putting together look books and shopping!
Any interesting facts about yourself?
Evelina: The most interesting fact about myself would have to be that I’m a Frenchie momma and absolutely adore my pups, they’re like my little children!
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Evelina: I am most excited about starting a new journey with a company that truly values its employees, it’s truly refreshing to work for a company with such amazing morals.
Kristina Ierace
Community Administrator,
Harvest at Damonte Ranch
Where are you from?
Kristina: I was born and raised in Reno.
Any interesting facts about yourself?
Kristina: My boyfriend and I have two kittens named Boo and Luna.
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Kristina: I am most excited to expand my knowledge and experience with customer service.
Kristina Ierace
Community Administrator,
Harvest at Damonte Ranch
Where are you from?
Kristina: I was born and raised in Reno.
Any interesting facts about yourself?
Kristina: My boyfriend and I have two kittens named Boo and Luna.
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Kristina: I am most excited to expand my knowledge and experience with customer service.
Gloria Gonzalez
Leasing Consultant,
Evergreen Park
Where are you from?
Gloria: I was born in the Bay Area but have lived in multiple places throughout the years!
Do you have any hobbies?
Gloria: I love to paint, read or audible, and travel!
Any interesting facts about yourself?
Gloria: I have tried McDonald’s in every country that I have ever been to.
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Gloria: I am most excited about growing with the company.
Marlon Molina
Senior Tax Accountant,
Corporate – SoCal
Where are you from?
Marlon: Born in Chicago, raised in SoCal. Currently live in Corona.
Do you have any hobbies?
Marlon: Currently trying to find new hobbies, but I like to cook and make classic cocktails.
Any interesting facts about yourself?
Marlon: I have a three-legged cat named Podrick, we call him “Pod” for short. He also has thumbs on his front paws that look like mittens. He had three legs when we found him – I have had to clarify this many times.
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Marlon: Excited to join the Tax Team and learn more about the real estate industry.
Marlon Molina
Senior Tax Accountant,
Corporate – SoCal
Where are you from?
Marlon: Born in Chicago, raised in SoCal. Currently live in Corona.
Do you have any hobbies?
Marlon: Currently trying to find new hobbies, but I like to cook and make classic cocktails.
Any interesting facts about yourself?
Marlon: I have a three-legged cat named Podrick, we call him “Pod” for short. He also has thumbs on his front paws that look like mittens. He had three legs when we found him – I have had to clarify this many times.
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Marlon: Excited to join the Tax Team and learn more about the real estate industry.
Jorean Mendoza
Leasing Consultant,
Harvest in Tracy
Where are you from?
Jorean: I’ve lived in many cities from Southern California to Northern California. Currently, my home is the Bay Area.
Do you have any hobbies?
Jorean: My hobbies are going to the gym, spending time with my loved ones, eating at restaurants, and traveling.
Any interesting facts about yourself?
Jorean: An interesting fact about me is that I’m ambidextrous. I also like historical films and movies/shows based on true stories.
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Jorean: I’m most excited about working with a great team. With the growth opportunities available within the company, I am excited to learn and grow within the company.
Suphila Luckett
Community Receptionist,
Homecoming at the Resort
Where are you from?
Suphila: I am originally from Long Island, NY.
Do you have any hobbies?
Suphila: I love to sing and record music. I was in an all-girl R&B group for a few years.
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Suphila: The thing that I am most excited about working at Lewis is gathering all the knowledge Lewis has to offer me as I grow my career.
Suphila Luckett
Community Receptionist,
Homecoming at the Resort
Where are you from?
Suphila: I am originally from Long Island, NY.
Do you have any hobbies?
Suphila: I love to sing and record music. I was in an all-girl R&B group for a few years.
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Suphila: The thing that I am most excited about working at Lewis is gathering all the knowledge Lewis has to offer me as I grow my career.
Autumn Johnson
Lifestyle Director,
Homecoming at Creekside
Where are you from?
Autumn: I am from the Northern California area – reaching from Lincoln down to Sacramento and currently residing in the Natomas. Shortest commute I have ever had! Bonus!
Do you have any hobbies?
Autumn: I love sports and grew up playing a variety of sports, so on my free time I am playing or watching a sport – my favorite being basketball. I also love reading, watching documentaries, and, of course, listening to music!
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Autumn: I am most excited to work at Lewis because I believe in giving back to the community and I strive to do that through providing residents a variety of activities and events. Already I have met some of the residents and it reminds me of how people need community and want to be involved. My coworkers have been nothing but kind and helpful in helping me transition into this position.
Jonathan DeMuth
Leasing Consultant,
Rosewood
Where are you from?
Jonathan: I am from Minnesota originally and I have lived in California for about 7 years.
Do you have any hobbies?
Jonathan: I love to ride my motorcycles on the weekend or play 18 at one of the amazing golf courses we have here.
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Jonathan: I’m excited about working for Lewis because of the generous advancement potential this company offers. Looking forward to working here for a long time.
Jonathan DeMuth
Leasing Consultant,
Rosewood
Where are you from?
Jonathan: I am from Minnesota originally and I have lived in California for about 7 years.
Do you have any hobbies?
Jonathan: I love to ride my motorcycles on the weekend or play 18 at one of the amazing golf courses we have here.
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Jonathan: I’m excited about working for Lewis because of the generous advancement potential this company offers. Looking forward to working here for a long time.
Maci Westrom
Leasing Consultant,
Carmel at Woodcreek West
Where are you from?
Maci: I’m from Sacramento.
Do you have any hobbies?
Maci: A hobby of mine (which honestly consumes half my time) would be heavy weightlifting.
Any interesting facts about yourself?
Maci: A fact I think is interesting about myself is that I am a mom to a two-year-old boy.
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Maci: I am most excited to work for Lewis to gain better knowledge of the leasing industry since it is all new to me.
Aiden Caron
Accounting Clerk,
Corporate – SoCal
Where are you from?
Aiden: I was born and raised in Upland, California.
Do you have any hobbies?
Aiden: I enjoy golfing year-round and going snowboarding in the winter.
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Aiden: The thing that excites me most about working at Lewis is that I have never had a professional job, and being able to experience this for the first time gives me an idea of the real world. Even though I am an intern, I am excited for my time here and to help Lewis in any way.
Aiden Caron
Accounting Clerk,
Corporate – SoCal
Where are you from?
Aiden: I was born and raised in Upland, California.
Do you have any hobbies?
Aiden: I enjoy golfing year-round and going snowboarding in the winter.
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Aiden: The thing that excites me most about working at Lewis is that I have never had a professional job, and being able to experience this for the first time gives me an idea of the real world. Even though I am an intern, I am excited for my time here and to help Lewis in any way.
Feel free to check out our Open Positions on our career page here:
https://lewiscareers.com/open-positions/
Rosie Lewis is the Corporate Marketing Manager at The Lewis Group of Companies. Rosie is a Claremont native who enjoys hiking, yoga, and developing her green thumb.