Our People

Katherine Vaughan is a Leasing Associate and Space Planner for Buccini Pollin Group. Kate provides test fit plans, leasing drawings, and design for commercial projects. She is also responsible for leasing commercial and retail properties for the Delaware portfolio. Kate started at BPG as a design intern while obtaining her Master’s degree in Interior Architecture & Design at Drexel University. She has held previous roles as Design Assistant, Project Designer, and Space Planner during her 9 years with BPG before transitioning to Leasing with the affiliate company Virtus Realty Advisors.   

Kate received her Bachelor of Arts degree from The University of Delaware. She is a licensed real estate Salesperson in Delaware.

Devin Ball is the General Manager of The Queen Theater in Wilmington, Delaware. A historically significant theater, The Queen today functions as the preeminent venue for live music and events in Delaware. As GM, Devin leads The Queen’s team in venue operations, marketing, sales, production, accounting, and talent buying in the pursuit of long-term success as a music and event space in an ever-evolving live entertainment industry.

Prior to assuming the GM role with The Queen, Devin worked in live music as Director of Music Hall Operations at House Of Blues – New Orleans. He also served as the Head House Manager in the operations department at Baryshnikov Arts Center in New York, a performing arts theater and studio space named for world-renowned ballet dancer Mikhail Baryshnikov. Additionally, he was a part of the Operations team at Mark Morris Dance Center in Brooklyn, NY, also a performing arts and studio space. Devin is a 12-year Navy veteran, honorably serving as an operations management specialist in logistics and deployment coordination and qualified as a Naval Aircrewman and Aviation Warfare Specialist.

Devin received his AA in Supply Chain Management from Coastline College in Fountain Valley, CA, BS in Operations Management from Southwestern College in Winfield, KS and is currently completing his MA thesis in Arts Administration from the University of New Orleans.

Mike Xarhoulakos is the Director of Operations at BPG|SPORTS. Mike is responsible for managing the operations of The Chase Fieldhouse as well as the expansive 76-acre sports complex, Kirkwood Sports. His management extends to overseeing the operations of various youth sports clubs like the Sporting Athletic Club, Brotherly Love Lacrosse Club, Dukes Lacrosse Club, and BPG Nationals.

Prior to BPG, Mike spent over 13 years as a dedicated soccer coach and holds a USSF C Coaching License. In addition, Mike was the former Program Director of Sporting Delaware.

Mike received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Delaware.

Kevin Rentz is the Director of Marketing for BPG|SPORTS. Kevin oversees all marketing, design, and media responsibilities for The Chase Fieldhouse, Sporting Athletic Club, Brotherly Love Lacrosse, Phantoms Lacrosse, Dukes Lacrosse, and Delaware Lacrosse League. 

Prior to his start with BPG|SPORTS, Kevin began his marketing career as a founder of Suplex Philadelphia controlling all content and brand collaborations working with the likes of Nike, New Balance, and JD Sports. His most notable collaboration was with Dwyane Wade and Li-Ning to release the Miami Heat star’s “Birthday” sneaker which was only available at Suplex Philadelphia. While maintaining ownership in Suplex, Kevin has also worked in the non-profit sector as the Marketing and Public Relations manager of Faithful Friends Animal Society.

Kevin received his bachelor's degree from Wilmington University while competing on the Golf team for the Wildcats. Kevin is also an FAA certified commercial drone pilot.

Chris Langan is the Residential Regional Director for ResideBPG. He is responsible for overseeing leasing for all the ResideBPG communities. This includes maintaining a high occupancy rate throughout the stabilized portfolio, while also ensuring timely and successful lease ups at new properties. Chris assists the leasing consultants with their professional growth, while working with maintenance to guarantee excellent move-ins for our residents.

Chris joined ResideBPG in 2013, beginning as a Leasing Consultant.  He has also had experience, as an Assistant Property Manager, Property Manager, and Regional Manager. 

Chris attended Drexel University and completed his studies in 2007. In his spare time, Chris coaches Babe Ruth baseball.

Michael Sowers is a Acquisitions and Capital Markets Associate for Buccini Pollin Group. His responsibilities include acquisition and recapitalization opportunities as well as underwriting, assisting in the closing and due diligence process, and researching and analyzing market data.

Prior to joining BPG, Michael spent two years at Rubenstein Partners in Philadelphia, where he was an Acquisitions and Asset Management Analyst. 

Michael graduated from Princeton University and received his Masters in Management from Duke's Fuqua School of Business.