Our Team
Paul Owhadi
CHAIRMAN & CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Paul Owhadi has spent his entire career in the field of municipal administration and private real estate development and investment. His extensive experience in both disciplines has culminated many successful real estate development projects in California and other states.
Paul Owhadi holds a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Wilmington University in Delaware and a Graduate degree in Public Administration, Urban and Regional Studies from Ball State University in Indiana.
In 1975, Mr. Owhadi was appointed to the position of City Manager in York Town, Indiana. At that time, he was the youngest City Manager in the state. His tenure includes serving as City Manager and Chief Executive Officer of several other cities throughout the country.
In July 1983, Mr. Owhadi was appointed President and Principal Shareholder of Tri-Coastal Development Corporation (TCD), a subsidiary of two major Southern California development companies (SLP and PAE Corporations). While continuing as President of TCD Corporation, Mr. Owhadi was appointed Senior Vice President of Real Estate Development in charge of the national division of the Sheldon L. Pollack Corporation. Under Mr. Owhadi’s direction, TCD Corporation successfully completed a series of major residential, commercial, and industrial projects. TCD Corporation also provided consulting services to municipalities and redevelopment agencies in California.
After his departure from the TCD and the SLP Corporations, he founded Sierra Pacific Development, Inc. in October 1990. Sierra Pacific Development, Inc. is a diversified development and construction company specializing in residential, commercial, and industrial development.
Mr. Owhadi also is currently the Key Principal/Chairman of the Board and/or the Managing General Partner of over thirty active companies specializing in the following areas:
- Single and multi-family residential development including subdivisions.
- Construction of residential, commercial and industrial projects.
- Investment in commercial, residential, and industrial real estate properties.
- Real estate development/joint ventures with various institutional organizations.
- Medical/psychological services through California Psychological Institute and Gateway, LLC.
In addition to his business activities, Mr. Owhadi holds a Lifetime Teaching Credential in California and has lectured at several colleges and universities. He is the recipient of numerous awards, citations, and recognitions including California Businessman of the Year in 2005; the Governor’s Award from the Governor of Kentucky for his accomplishments as City Manager of Ludlow, Kentucky; service awards from the Fresno County Economic Opportunity Commission; and awards of excellence from several U.S. cities for his work performance and accomplishments.
In 2005, Mr. Owhadi was selected by the National Republican Congressional Committee as Businessman of the Year representing the state of California.
Jennifer Owhadi
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Jennifer Owhadi has worked under the umbrella of Pacific Rim Companies since 2004 after graduating from the University of Colorado at Boulder with Bachelor’s degrees in Business and Psychology. Jennifer possesses extensive experience and expertise in financial management and executive leadership, making her adept at driving sustainable growth, managing risk, and optimizing capital structure. She is responsible for managing company affairs for Pacific Rim Companies and its subsidiaries and oversees asset management of all multifamily properties throughout the United States. Jennifer has also been a licensed CA Real Estate Broker since 2006.
Jamie Egan
CONTROLLER / CPA
Jamie Egan has worked at Pacific Rim Companies since April of 2019. She graduated from the University of California with a Bachelor’s degree in Business in 1989, and earned her CPA certification in 1992. Jamie is responsible for overseeing financial operations and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. With over 30 years of experience in financial management and accounting, Jamie brings a wealth of knowledge in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. Her expertise in financial analysis has been instrumental in driving growth and enhancing profitability for the organization.
Keely Estep
VP OF CONSTRUCTION & DEVELOPMENT
Keely Estep began her career with Pacific Rim Companies in 1997 and was a key team member until 2012 when she pursued a successful career in construction risk management for various general engineering and electrical contractors. Keely returned to the Pacific Rim Companies’ team in 2021 and is the Vice President of Construction and Development. In her role, Keely is actively involved in acquisitions, dispositions, entitlements, asset management, construction, and risk management. Keely earned a Bachelor’s Degree in English from California State University Monterey Bay in 2003.
Meagan Kuehnel
ADMINISTRATIVE DIRECTOR
Meagan Kuehnel joined Pacific Rim Companies in 2018 as executive assistant to Paul Owhadi. She graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Business from San Diego State University in 2019 and has a proven track record of improving operations and driving organizational success. Meagan is dedicated to fostering a collaborative work environment, enhancing organizational performance, and creating solutions to optimize workflows. Meagan holds a CA Real Estate Salesperson License and has been involved in over $2 billion of residential real estate transactions since 2021.