Gina Ibarra rejoined 1st American as a Property Manager in February of 2025, bringing a strong commitment to community service and resident relations. She attended Illinois State University, where she built the foundation for her professional career.
As a Northwest Indiana resident, Gina values the importance of maintaining well-managed, welcoming communities. Outside of work, she is a proud mom of two who enjoys spending time outdoors and making memories with family and friends.
Renee Jeffries, CPM
Renee joined 1st American in July 2016. She has a Bachelor’s Degree from Purdue University in Hospitality and Tourism Management with a concentration on Lodging and Human Resources and a minor in Organizational and Leadership Supervision. Renee manages a mixed portfolio of Residential and Commercial properties. She was recently selected to be part of the IREM Next-Gen program, giving her the opportunity to obtain her Certified Property Manager (CPM) designation in an 18-month accelerated course.
Marianne Juscik
Marianne joined 1st American Management in May 2025 as a Residential Community Manager. She brings more than 20 years of experience in operations, facilities management, and customer service, as well as over five years of Property Owners Association Board experience. During the mid-2000s, she served the Village of Burns Harbor POA in multiple roles, including Vice President and Director.
Marianne holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Ball State University and a master’s degree in counseling education/counseling psychology from Western Michigan University.
Outside of her professional work, Marianne is a proud single mother to a bright and talented 14-year-old daughter. She is also an avid dog enthusiast, sharing her home with four lovable Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and volunteering as a foster for the Greater Chicago Cavalier Rescue.
