Staff Profiles
Mark Hepner, SRA
Principal
Mark
is a native Oregonian and Portland resident for the past 25 years. He
graduated from the University of Oregon in Business Administration with
major fields of study in Real Estate and Urban Economics, and continues
his education with professional classes and seminars. Mark has over 30
years of appraisal experience and holds the prestigious SRA designation
from the Appraisal Institute. He has been with the firm since 1983 and
co-owner/manager of Portland Residential Appraisals since 1989. Specialties
include complex and high end residential properties, litigation work,
and Central Coast properties. Mark is licensed as a Certified Residential
Appraiser in the State of Oregon and is FHA approved. His interests include
fishing (guiding in Alaska), running (has completed several marathons),
and he enjoys spending time with family on their rural home site near
Portland.
Email
Mark Hepner
mhepner@pdxres.com
Steve Gentzkow, MAI, SRA
Principal
Steve
has been a lifelong resident of the Portland Metro area. He graduated
from Portland State University with a BS degree in Business Administration,
which included classes in Real Estate Law, Principles, Finance, and Appraisal,
as well as continuing education as required for his professional designations
and State licensing. Steve has over 30 years of appraisal experience,
including 5 years as a commercial appraiser, and holds the MAI and SRA
designations from the Appraisal Institute. He has owned and managed Portland Residential Appraisals with Mark since its beginning in 1989. Steve's professional
specialties include high end properties, new construction, appraisal review,
litigation, and North Coast properties. He is licensed as a Certified
General Appraiser and is FHA approved. When not working, he enjoys golf,
fishing, and youth sports.
Email
Steve Gentzkow
steveg@pdxres.com
Richard Galster
Oregon State Certified Residential Appraiser
Rich has
over 20 years of appraisal experience, as well as over 10 years in the
banking industry in a wholesale, loan origination, and management capacity.
Rich has an Associates Degree in Architecture as well as certificates
in Business Management, Real Estate, Mortgage lending, Management, Marketing
and ongoing Appraisal classes and seminars. He is a past Vice President
of the Oregon Mortgage Bankers Association and was named the Outstanding
Young Mortgage Banker in 1988. Rich's impressive resume does not overshadow
his accomplishments of being a very good appraiser, who serves his clients
well, providing quality appraisal reports in a timely manner. He is often
referred to as 'the nicest guy in the World', is FHA certified and has
the knowledge and experience to appraise most all property types. Rich
enjoys his family, friends, and many outdoor activities, with a special
passion for golf.
Email
Richard Galster
rgalster@pdxres.com
Betsy Harris
Oregon State Appraiser Assistant
Betsy joined the administrative staff of Portland Residential Appraisals in the summer of 2006. She spent her first year with the company handling numerous and varied tasks throughout the office. In early 2008, Betsy became an Oregon registered Appraiser Assistant, and has been working with Mark Hepner. Betsy spends much of her free time working toward a Bachelor of Science degree in Interior Design. Among other interests, she is a singer in a local Portland band. She enjoys spending time with her friends, family and new home.
Email Betsy Harris
bharris@pdxres.com
Carla Johnson
Oregon State Certified Residential Appraiser
Carla joined Portland Residential Appraisals in 2004. Before this endeavor, she spent 10 years with AT&T Wireless Services in various leadership roles. Carla graduated from Western Oregon State College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Social Sciences and a Minor in Psychology. Carla has been a lifelong resident of Oregon. Her knowledge and proficiency makes her a valuable asset to our Portland office. In Carla's free time she enjoys fishing, watching football and spending time with her husband, new baby, and two dogs.
Email Carla Johnson
cjohnson@pdxres.com
Steve Lindsey
Oregon State Licensed Appraiser
Steve Lindsey has become recently licensed after working with Steve Gentzkow over the past two years gaining broad experience appraising a variety of properties and learning the intricacies of the appraisal business. Steve has been a life long resident of Portland's east county area, where he currently resides on his small farm. Steve attended Portland State University majoring in education and continues his appraisal education through ongoing seminars and classes. He has 30 years of experience in residential and commercial construction, with the last 20 years as an electrician, a background that is invaluable in the appraisal field. When not working, Steve enjoys spending time with his family, working and hanging out on his small farm, fishing, camping, and being outdoors.
Email Steve Lindsey
slindsey@pdxres.com
Mark Marcus
Oregon State Certified Residential Appraiser
Mark has been a lifelong resident of the Portland Metro area. He graduated
with a Bachelor of Science degree from Portland State University which
included emphasis in Finance, Real Estate Law, and International Business,
and continues his appraisal education through ongoing seminars and classes.
Mark is a senior appraiser, has been a licensed appraiser in Oregon since
1988, and has been with Portland Residential Appraisals since 1998. Mark is FHA approved
and has the education, experience and knowledge to appraise any residential
property thrown at him. When not working, Mark enjoys numerous and varied
activities.
Email
Mark Marcus
mmarcus@pdxres.com
Ramona T. McAuley
Oregon State Certified Residential Appraiser
Mona has been with Portland Residential Appraisals since 2004. She started her appraisal career in 1991 with Bank of America in California. She is currently a certified residential appraiser in the state of Oregon, and in the past held certified residential licenses in the states of California, Washington and Texas. Mona has the knowledge and experience to appraise most all residential property types. In her free time, Mona enjoys a variety of activities including flyfishing, camping, kayaking, sculling, wine tasting and sailing.
Email
Ramona T. McAuley
mona@pdxres.com
Bruce Morgan
Oregon State Licensed Appraiser
Bruce is a native Oregonian and has a BS from the University of Oregon. He's been married for nearly 30 years to a native of Madrid, Spain and has 2 children (one a graduate of OSU, the other at the U of O), both have recently been granted dual citizenship. Bruce enjoys all sorts of outdoor activities, especially golf, and the beaches of Spain.
Email Bruce Morgan
bmorgan@pdxres.com
Sean Stortzum
Oregon State Certified Residential Appraiser
Sean is a State Certified residential appraiser and has been licensed for 4 years with the Portland staff. He specializes on north coast properties ranging from Tillamook to Astoria and has extensive experience in standard mortgage finance transactions, construction appraisals, complex high value properties, FHA appraisals, vacant land appraisals, and estate valuations. Sean makes weekly trips to the coast and is very familiar with the area. As a result, he can typically return reports in similar time or better than most local coast appraisers. Sean graduated with a Bachelors degree from Linfield College in McMinnville, Oregon. He played on the school's football and track teams, and was a State champion sprinter in Washington. Sean's interests include, travel, sports, Texas Hold-em Poker, and he is a passionate Seattle Seahawks fan.
Email
Sean Stortzum
sean@pdxres.com
Zebulan T. Vogenthaler
Oregon State Appraiser Assistant
Zeb joined Portland Residential Appraisals in the summer of 2009. Zeb is originally from Colorado, where he earned his Bachelors Degree in Political Science. He is currently working toward his licensing as a Certified Residential Appraiser, while assisting Steve Gentzkow. His previous work history includes Mortgage Lending, Commercial Banking and BSA/AML consultant work. When not working, he enjoys fishing, golfing, the outdoors and spending time with family and friends.
Email Zebulan Vogenthaler
zvogenthaler@pdxres.com