Joan V. Sova - President and CEO
Joan has grown the company from one home and one condominium association in 1996 to building a team of 10 who manage nearly 2,000 homes, apartments, condominium associations and commercial properties. Joan is a Real Estate Broker,and amember of the Community Association Institute (CAI). A life-long resident of Bellingham, she attended both WWU and Whatcom Community College. Joan believes Son-Rise is the best because of: “Our staff’s determination to their work ethics and team efforts. They go the extra mile to meet the owner’s needs regarding property appreciation and tenant needs for their living environment. They also give personal attention and dedication to their job responsibilities. We currently have the greatest team ever in the history of Son-Rise!” Joan enjoys horseback riding, horse training and hanging out with her children and grandchildren.
Stephanie Lewis - Community Association Manager
Stephanie has been with Son-Rise since 2006 and thinks Son-Rise is the best because: The people are “trustworthy, have high moral standards, are ethical and caring!” She was born and raised in Bellingham and “loves this town!” Stephanie is currently working toward her Professional Community Association Manager Certification (PCAM) at the Community Associations Institute (CAI), the highest professional recognition given to Community Managers. Her personal interests include: spending time with family and friends, playing softball and watching NASCAR.
Chessa Summers - Community Association Assistant
Chessa moved to Bellingham in 2007 and joined the Son-Rise team in 2009. She believes Son-Rise is the best because all her co-workers are great and she loves to come to work every day. She enjoys reading, camping, kayaking, and spending quality time with her family and 2 dogs.
Iris Cruz - Community Association Bookkeeper and Accountant
Iris joined Son-Rise in 2008.She brings eighteen years of bookeeping experience with her.Iris has called Bellingham home since 1999 and thinks Son-Rise is the best because: “Everyone works well together to give the best of service to each and every client.”
Kandis Lindgren - Property Manager and Leasing Agent
Kandis joined the Son-Rise team in 2007 after working with the Target Corporation for 13 years in management and administrative positions. She has an Associate in Art Degree from Diablo Valley College and a Diploma in Computer Applications and Accounting from Heald Business College in California. She believes Son-Rise is the best because: “Son-Rise has become like part of my family. I have learned so much in my time here and can't wait to learn more. It really has been the best learning experience I could ask for. I have the best boss ever and the best co-workers/friends I could ask for.” She enjoys reading, cooking, playing computer games, four-wheeling with her husband and spending time with her friends and family.
Diane Zapata - Property Manager and Leasing Agent
Diane is a licensed Real Estate Agent with four years experience in property management. She joined the Son-Rise team in 2007 and believes Son-Rise is the best because: “We have an ethical and caring staff who strive to make the rental experience a positive one. I personally like knowing I’ve made a positive difference in someone’s life.” Diane grew up in Anacortes and has lived in Bellingham for most of her adult life. She has attended both WSU and WWU and when not helping her clients, Diane loves photography, sunsets, her two sons and two grandchildren.
Chester Shaw - Property Manager and Leasing Agent
Chester holds his Real Estate Broker’s License and has professionally worked in real estate for many years. He joined the Son-Rise team in 2005 and has called Bellingham home since 2003. Chester feels Son-Rise is the best because of: “High emphasis on owners and tenant needs with a strong “hands on” management protocol.” His personal interests include reading, writing, restaurants and movies.
Wendy McLeod - Receptionist

Wendy joined the Son-Rise team in late 2009. She has work as a on-site property manager and bookkeeper for 14 years. Wendy believes Son-Rise is the best because: "Son-Rise works very hard to give steller customer service to all they service - owners and renters alike." On her personal time, she enjoys volunteering as a Friend of the Ferndale Library & hiking and camping with her family.
Danyell Reaper - Receptionist

Danyell started working for Son-Rise Property Management in March 2010. She has worked as an on-site property manager for two years and has been a receptionist for four years. Danyell believes Son-Rise is the best because: "Son-Rise has the best staff to service our community." Camping, four-wheeling and assorted water sports are her favorite activities with her family during the summer.
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