ABODE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT - Key Persons


Ben Curme - COO

Job Titles:
  • Operations Director
Ben has been with Abode since the very first day it opened in 2001. When Ben is not managing Team Abode, you will find him searching for history with his metal detector on the fields of Somerset.

Caitlin Taylor

Job Titles:
  • Senior Lettings Negotiator
Caitlin is our Senior Lettings Negotiator here at Abode. A Bournemouth University advertising graduate, Caitlin experienced working in sales, marketing & advertising before joining us. When she isn't organising the new properties and dealing with landlords, Caitlin loves running and has run several marathons!

Deborah Mitchell

Job Titles:
  • New Business Manager
Deborah has over 25 years experience in residential lettings and her role within Abode is to build up new business. Deborah can guide you on current market trends, property and tenant requirements. When Deborah isn't advising potential clients in the world of lettings, she can be found running around the lanes and streets of North Somerset, or running around after her family.

Harriet Gowen

Job Titles:
  • Lettings Administrator
After 2 years' experience working in university administration and recruitment, Harriet joins the Abode team as lettings administrator. When she's not supporting our tenants and landlords, Harriet enjoys cooking, baking, reading going to concerts and doing yoga.

Holly Wrightson

Job Titles:
  • Senior Property Manager
Along with our other property managers, Holly is responsible for communicating with tenants and overseeing the day to day running of properties for our landlords. Outside of work, Holly is a seasoned foodie with a love for cooking. When not whipping up something tasty in the kitchen; Holly loves nothing more than being at home with her little boy Ralph.

Janet Paice

Job Titles:
  • Property Administrator
With her work in sales and lettings starting in 1996, Janet knows the industry better than most. With hands on experience working with both rural, village and city properties, she brings an invaluable amount of knowledge to the Abode team. In her spare time, Janet has a range of wholesome hobbies including spending time with her grandchildren (and two cats), reading, sewing, watching films, quizzes and DIY including decorating, wallpapering and painting!

Kerry Sweeney

Job Titles:
  • Finance Manager
Kerry has been looking after the financial side of Abode for over 16 years. She has extensive knowledge in accounting procedures and finance from having worked in the industry for the past 24 years. When Kerry is not managing the accounts, she will be socialising with her friends or doing activities with her young son, Georgie.

Louis Smart Odoli

Louis is one of the Lettings Negotiators here at Abode. He helps keep our long list of clients informed and happy when it comes to our property viewings. In his spare time he enjoys playing tennis and chess!

Lucia Phillips

Job Titles:
  • Trainee Property Manager
Lucia is currently training to become a Property Manager, her day to day role is supporting the Property Management Department, focusing on assisting their day to day work activities. Outside of work, she enjoys walking her dog and spending time with family and friends.

Maria Newport

Job Titles:
  • Office Manager
Maria has harnessed her twenty-two years of experience in customer service and administration to help students move into their properties smoothly and efficiently. She is our go-to person for advice on student tenancies. When Maria is not drawing up student tenancy agreements, you can find her walking her dog and doing mad things for charity - Maria once did a tandem parachute 13,000 ft high and raised £600!

Mike Dixon

Job Titles:
  • Lettings Director
Mike moved to Bristol to study Real Estate Valuation and Management. He joined Abode in 2006 and is perfectly placed with many years of experience. He has a real interest in property and giving the best service. When Mike is not finding the right tenant for the right property, he will be playing golf at his local club or cooking some magnificent food.

Millie Sweeney

Job Titles:
  • House Coordinator
Millie joins Abode as the front of house coordinator - helping to ensure that the office runs smoothly and the team are organised. In her spare time, Millie enjoys socialising with friends and watching films!

Naomi Zahringer

Job Titles:
  • Finance
With over 25 years of experience in property letting, Naomi is somewhat of a veteran in the industry and helps ensure that all financial aspects of the business match up and are running smoothly. Outside of work, Naomi is a family woman and is kept busy by her husband, two teenagers, two cats and two dogs. As well as spending time with family, she enjoys long walks in the countryside and socialising with friends.

Reuben Hotchkiss

Job Titles:
  • Lettings Coordinator
Reuben is our Lettings Coordinator here at Abode. His job entails ensuring our tenants move into their new homes smoothly and making sure they have their documents ready for them to collect keys. When he's not helping our tenants and the office run smoothly, Reuben is interested in classic cars, he enjoys listening to good music and going out to restaurants for good food!

Riley Florio

Job Titles:
  • Lettings Negotiator
Riley is one of our Lettings Negotiators and shows prospective tenants round our properties to find the perfect property for them. Outside of work he enjoys travelling the world and walking his dogs!

Taylor Sweeney

Job Titles:
  • Property Management Administrator
Taylor is our Property Management Administrator here at Abode. Her organised and switched on attitude helps the property management team at Abode run like clockwork. Outside of work Taylor enjoys spending time with her close family and trips to the pub!

Vicky Greig

Job Titles:
  • Property Manager
Vicky is one of our property managers here at Abode and she has recently moved to Bristol from Leeds where she spent the last 2 years working in property and block management. Outside of work she likes to spend her time exploring Bristol and all the South West has to offer, as well as spending time with her family and friends!

Victoria Krawaczynska

Job Titles:
  • Property Manager
Victoria is one of our property managers at Abode. Outside of work, Victoria loves climbing, spending time outdoors and is a keen traveller; whether that's discovering new places in the local area or on the other side of the world.