Meet Your Team

PAUL RUSH
President
After reading Rich Dad, Poor Dad, Paul began flipping houses and buying rental properties. A decade later, his company successfully manages hundreds of properties, offering solutions for both owners and residents.
Speaks Spanish fluently
Loves stupid jokes
Enjoys cycling
Obsessed with helicopters
“What’s in your head determines what is in your hands.”

JARON BERGERON
Owner Services
Jaron started his career in real estate flipping and wholesaling houses, then continued on to management, overseeing renovations for over 10,000 houses. At Augusta Rental Homes, his team’s success is his success.
Loves traveling and spending time outdoors
Played collegiate tennis
Adopted a stray cat named Buttercup
“You can control your own destiny and write your own story.”

BARBARA HOPKINS
Business Development Manager
Barbara takes care of business, literally. With an impressive career in upper management, she is also well-versed in the housing industry and is passionate about helping others succeed. She strives to build great relationships in order to make your experience with Augusta Rental Homes memorable, impactful, and a solid investment.
Once stood 50 feet away from Michael Jackson
Loves her rescue dogs, “Pineapple” and “Mary Poppins”
Enjoys cooking, entertaining, and art
“A comfort zone is a beautiful place, but nothing ever grows there.”

Kim Solki
Accounting Manager
Nearly two decades of experience in residential property management, Kim understands the importance of being a good steward of property owners’ and residents’ financials.
- Enjoys reading and shopping
- Obsessed with coffee and Diet Coke
- Has 6 siblings: 5 sisters and 1 brother
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding.” –Proverbs 3:5

RYAN MARBY
Accountant
Augusta native, Ryan, loves seeing investments grow and prosper. He is a Certified Public Accountant in Georgia, and his experience includes advising and preparing taxes and financial statements for real estate investors.
Has tried every restaurant’s chicken tenders in Augusta
Loves watching sports
Loves coffee
Enjoys following stock markets
“Plan the work, and work the plan.”

MAHALEY BRUNSON
Staff Accountant
Mahaley started her career as a property manager and found her interest in accounting, which makes her ideal for her position! Her favorite part of the job is working with her coworkers and working with numbers.
Loves animals
Avid reader
Enjoys nature and traveling
“It’s not what you achieve, it’s what you overcome.”

ALLISON HAYS
HR Manager
Allison is familiar with managing human resources in multiple departments, and she genuinely loves helping and supporting her employees.
- Crazy cat lady (mom to Maverick & Goose)
- Enjoys cooking, reading, gardening
- Has a story for everything!
"Do all things for the glory of God." –1 Corinthians 10:31

ADDIE CARTER
Director of Property Management
Addie brings 13+ years of experience in property management and embraces a growth mindset to help her team succeed; no two days are ever the same, which enables constant growth.
Played college basketball
Loves to travel and attend concerts
Huge sports junkie
“Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass, it’s about learning to dance in the rain.”

TIFFANY SIMMONS
Leasing Specialist
Tiffany has always had an interest in real estate. As a Leasing Specialist, she loves being able to be herself while helping others find their future homes.
Has an adventurous spirit
Enjoys the outdoors
Food takes her to her happy place
“One day at a time I’m okay."

Lebon Powell
Leasing Specialist
With over five years of experience in the real estate industry, Lebon specializes in Property Management, Maintenance Coordination and Leasing. He enjoys helping people find a place where they feel comfortable, happy and safe.
- Big fan of Manchester United FC
- Favorite show is Game of Thrones
- Loves anime, especially Naruto Shippuden
Carpe Diem
