EBSCO Income Properties team in Birmingham, Alabama

The EBSCO Income Properties Team

Jimmy Adams who works for EBSCO Income Properties

Jimmy Adams
Chief Executive Officer

Jimmy serves as CEO, a newly formed role leading multifamily investing, active adult partnerships, industrial real estate ventures, and all income-producing real estate investment asset classes.

With a distinguished career spanning over two decades, Jimmy is recognized for his strategic vision and leadership in the industry. His extensive background in business development aligns perfectly with EBSCO’s commitment to excellence and growth.

Before joining EBSCO Industries, Jimmy co-founded Stout Ventures and previously served as Executive Vice-Chair of Cushman & Wakefield. He has successfully built top-performing teams, led many high-impact projects, and expanded real estate portfolios through key initiatives. His ability to foster collaborative environments and drive sustainable growth has shown positive contributions and created a strong record of accomplishment.

Leslie Yeilding who works for EBSCO Income Properties

Leslie Yeilding, CCIM, CAPS 
President and General Manager

Leslie Yeilding serves as President and General Manager. With extensive experience in commercial real estate, he has built a strong portfolio for EBSCO, leveraging his expertise in acquisitions, sales, refinancing, transaction structuring, and debt management.

A leader dedicated to advancing the multifamily industry, Leslie is actively involved with apartment associations at local, state, and national levels. After 8 years of representing Region IX as Regional Vice President for the National Apartment Association, he retired from the Board and continues to contribute his insights to multiple committees.

Leslie’s leadership is guided by a commitment to delivering strategic results and fostering collaboration across teams. His passion for the industry has earned him significant recognition, including induction into the Greater Birmingham Apartment Association’s Hall of Fame, highlighting his lasting contributions.

Adam Smith who works for EBSCO Income Properties

Adam Smith
Vice President / Asset Manager

Adam Smith brings over two decades of expertise in multifamily real estate to his role as Vice President and Asset Manager. His career has been defined by a focus on the acquisition, asset management, and property management of private real estate, with a proven track record of delivering successful outcomes.

Adam is responsible for all aspects of operations, capital execution, and asset management for the company’s multifamily portfolio. He works closely with third-party management teams, providing strategic guidance and support to achieve optimal performance across properties.

Michael Leonard who works for EBSCO Income Properties

Michael Leonard
Real Estate Investment Associate

Michael Leonard joined EBSCO in 2022. He contributes to the management and growth of the company’s diverse real estate portfolio. His current focus includes multifamily acquisitions and development, joint ventures in the active adult and industrial asset classes, as well as other strategic investments within EBSCO’s Income-Producing Real Estate platform.

Before transitioning to focus full-time on EBSCO’s multifamily housing and industrial platforms, Michael worked with EBSCO’s community development group, which features traditional neighborhood developments at Alys Beach and Mt Laurel.

Prior to joining EBSCO, Michael was a senior analyst with McKinney Communications, where he supported the financial and strategic initiatives of McKinney’s portfolio companies. Michael also worked with Regions Bank as an analyst in their Commercial Real Estate group.

Michael earned both his BS in Finance and MS in Finance, Real Estate from the University of Alabama.

Rhonda Gross who works at EBSCO Income Properties

Rhonda Gross, ACP
Senior Paralegal

Rhonda Gross serves as Senior Paralegal, bringing over 20 years of experience in residential real estate to her role. Rhonda has played a key role in coordinating operations and implementing efficient systems to support the growth of EBSCO’s multifamily portfolio.

She manages the multifamily portfolio and oversees pending acquisitions, maintaining relationships with lenders, brokers, and third-party management teams.

Rhonda is a member of the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA) and the Alabama Association of Paralegals (AAPi), reflecting her commitment to excellence in the field.

Rich Foster who works at EBSCO Income Properties

Rich Foster
Asset Manager

Rich Foster brings over 30 years of multifamily housing experience to his role as Asset Manager. He has a proven track record of optimizing property performance and profitability across a diverse portfolio, including lease-ups, value-add projects, and stabilized assets.

Before joining EBSCO, Rich held leadership roles as Regional Director and Director of Property Management, where he focused on building high-performing teams and driving operational excellence. His recent work has centered on overseeing portfolios throughout the Southeast, delivering results that align with strategic goals.

Rich holds the Certified Apartment Portfolio Supervisor designation through the National Apartment Association and has earned multiple accolades, including Regional Property Manager of the Year awards from both the Orlando Apartment Association and the River Region Apartment Association.

Shawn Roseland who works for EBSCO Income Properties

Shawn Roseland
Director of Asset Preservation

Shawn Roseland serves as Director of Asset Preservation, bringing over 20 years of expertise in project and budget management with a focus on preserving and enhancing apartment communities. He has successfully overseen multimillion-dollar capital projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and financial objectives.

Shawn excels at identifying cost-saving opportunities, optimizing resource allocation, and implementing financial controls to maximize ROI. His leadership style emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver results that support organizational success.

With extensive experience in capital expenditure management and a strong background in construction and renovation, Shawn is committed to driving the long-term value and performance of EBSCO’s portfolio.

William Tynes who works for EBSCO Income Properties

William Tynes
Real Estate Investment Associate

William Tynes serves as a Real Estate Investment Associate, supporting the growth and management of the company’s multifamily and industrial portfolio. His responsibilities include deal analysis, due diligence, and execution for property acquisitions and ground-up developments, as well as conducting market research to identify new investment opportunities and assess asset class potential.

Before joining EBSCO, William held roles in acquisitions and asset management at Stout Ventures, where he was instrumental in expanding a real estate investment platform overseeing a portfolio of multifamily and industrial assets. He also gained experience in financial analysis and brokerage with Cushman & Wakefield, contributing to over $4.2 billion in multifamily transactions.