By Joshua Burd
FirstService Residential has named a new business development director in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, the property management company announced Tuesday.
In his new role, Andrew Batshaw will be responsible for growing the firm’s portfolio of high-rise communities in both states, including the Gold Coast and Philadelphia regions. He has spent six years with FirstService and is transitioning from an operations role as regional director.
“We’re thrilled to watch Andy grow in his career with FirstService Residential,” said Michael Mendillo, the company’s president. “He is the perfect candidate. Not only does he bring a wealth of industry experience and expertise to the team but also a deep knowledge of the local markets.”
FirstService Residential currently manages more than 80 communities in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, the company said. Batshaw will look to grow that business by engaging property board members at high-rises in the regions.
“I am excited for the opportunity to work on the business development side of the organization,” Batshaw said. “FirstService Residential is the clear leader in the residential property management industry, and I look forward to contributing to the continued growth and success of the company.”
He will report to Raymond Tate, vice president of sales.
“We are excited to have Andy join the business development team,” Tate said. “I’ve had the opportunity to see his extensive experience in managing high-rise properties firsthand. His years of experience with FirstService Residential will benefit prospects by guiding them through their sales process.”
Batshaw has more than 25 years of real estate and community association experience, according to a news release. Having served as vice president of community development for a private residential developer, he honed his skills in facilities management, labor and vendor relations, risk management and emergency planning and preparedness.
As a volunteer emergency medical technician, Batshaw served as deputy bureau chief of the Middlesex County Office of Emergency Management and central region staging officer for the New Jersey EMS Task Force.
