Our People
Meet Our Team
At Canyon Residential, we provide our residents with an affordable home, convenient self-tours, and a team of customer service experts. Your only task is finding what you love.
NATALIE ROBERTS
Director of Operations
NATALIE ROBERTS
Director of Operations
Natalie oversees operations of Canyon’s portfolio in all markets, providing strategies, operational management, and leadership to the team. Prior to Canyon Residential, Natalie worked with American Capital Properties, overseeing 1.5 million square feet of commercial real estate and over 2,500 units of residential property. With nearly 30 years of property management expertise, Natalie has operated in roles ranging from leasing to regional property management positions.
Natalie holds an M.A. in Management and Leadership and a B.A. in Multidisciplinary Studies with a concentration in Business Management and Religion from Liberty University. She is a licensed property manager and holds CAPS, CAM, and NALP certifications with the National Apartment Association. Natalie is honored to have been named Leasing Professional and Property Manager of the Year by local apartment associations.
DANA PRESTON
Leasing Manager
DANA PRESTON
Leasing Manager
Dana Preston is a seasoned real estate professional based in Atlanta, specializing in single-family rental homes and multifamily property management. With extensive experience in leasing, renewals, account management, customer service, and conflict resolution, Dana has a proven track record of increasing occupancy and consistently exceeding sales quotas.
Recognized for her strong communication skills and results-driven approach, Dana is passionate about delivering exceptional service and building lasting relationships with residents.
She resides in the Atlanta Metro area with her husband, Mike, their two sons, and two dogs. Outside of work, Dana enjoys traveling, hot yoga, hiking, and spending quality time with family and friends
MARY OWENS
Regional Rehab/ Property Manager
Mary Owens
Regional Rehab/ Property Manager
Mary Owens has over 10 years of experience in financing, rehabilitation, and asset management. At Canyon, she is responsible for overseeing all rehab and expense-related operations.
Prior to joining Canyon, Mary was a Regional Manager at Wesley Housing, where she led a team of 21 staff, managing 1,200 units and a $12M rehab project. At Atlantic Housing Foundation, she managed 25 staff, over 2,000 units, and $22M in assets, overseeing a major LIHTC/Section 8 rehabilitation while maintaining 98% occupancy.
Mary holds a degree in Business Administration and IT from NC A&T University. Outside of her professional life, she is a devoted mother to her 8-year-old daughter and a caregiver to her mother.
Sherry Lin
Regional Revenue / Property Manager
Sherry Lin
Regional Revenue / Property Manager
Sherry Lin is the revenue-side property manager at Canyon, bringing extensive experience and expertise to her role. She is responsible for leasing, renewals, and rent collections, ensuring that these critical operations run smoothly and efficiently.
With a strong background in owning and operating multiple businesses, Sherry approaches her role with a CEO mindset, tackling challenges with resourcefulness and precision. Her exceptional communication skills ensure alignment across teams, fostering smooth collaboration and clear expectations. Whether managing lease agreements, overseeing renewals, or handling rent collection, Sherry consistently delivers results quickly and accurately, driving the success of Canyon’s operations.