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.”

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.”

AMANDA MARTIN
Leasing and operations manager
With several years of property management experience, Amanda is passionate about fostering growth within her team by guiding them through challenges, while celebrating their successes.
Obsessed with crime documentaries
Enjoys playing pool and bowling
Go Dawgs!
“Dream boldly, serve selflessly, and grow endlessly.”

AHKI ROSSER
Leasing specialist
Ahki possesses a drive to connect with people and create positive experiences, which makes her role as a Leasing Specialist ideal. She loves being able to focus on making others feel welcome and supported.
Supermom of 2 boys and 2 girls
Aspiring chef
Enjoys reading, shopping, and Netflix binging
“You may not be able to control every event that happens to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them.”

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."

SHARANISHA THOMAS
Leasing specialist
Sharanisha finds joy in helping people find a place that feels like home. She also enjoys building strong relationships with prospects that last a lifetime.
Family time is the best time
Culinary creator
Post-apocalyptic pro
“Life will test you, but it will also teach you. Keep going—you’re growing through this.”

JASMINE MILLER
Resident services coordinator
When you walk into our office, you’ll be greeted with Jasmine’s smiling face, ready to assist you with your needs. She finds joy in meeting new people and helping those around her.
Loves thrift store shopping
Favorite band is Depeche Mode
Enjoys roller skating and dancing
Likes to draw, paint, and read
“The sun does not ask permission to shine, and neither do I.”
