Meet the Team
Our expertise and experience enable us to offer comprehensive support and excellent customer service.
owner
Jerry Jacobs
Jerry founded Timberline District Consulting in 2015 to provide a wide range of services to Metropolitan Districts, Homeowners Associations, and Community Authority Boards across Colorado. With over 22 years of experience in development, Jerry leads a dynamic team of District and Community Managers with an extensive portfolio of long term community and commercial client partnerships.
Prior to forming Timberline, Jerry worked with Oakwood Homes for 14 years in various roles, including Land Development, Project Management, Land Acquisitions, Community Development, Metro District Management, Assistant Controller and Software Conversion Specialist.
Preceding his employment with Oakwood Homes, Jerry worked at Expanets Telecommunications Company as a Business Unit Controller, Storage Technology as a Business Analyst, and at IBM managing governmental contracts for the US Forest Service.
Jerry has a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a major in Corporate Finance and a double minor in Accounting and Macro Economics from the University of Colorado at Boulder.
president
Brittany Barnett
As president of Timberline District Consulting, Brittany started as a Metropolitan District Specialist. Brittany proudly serves our communities on every level of District and Community management, coaching and developing the company’s management team and encapsulating the company’s core values. Brittany’s tenure with the Company has allowed her to be involved with all aspects of Timberline District Consulting, including the creation of several new positions to meet the needs of the business and deliver exceptional service to our clients and residents. Brittany’s extensive knowledge of Metropolitan Districts, the Resident Experience, and transparency with Boards, Consultants, Contractors, and Residents fosters excellent communication and working relationships with each company Timberline District Consulting interacts with. Brittany holds a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science and an Associate’s in Anthropology.
vice president
Christina Sandoval
As the Vice President, Christina oversees the day-to-day organizational objectives of Timberline District Consulting and works closely with the team, management partners, consultants, and contractors to ensure that the needs of each District are consistently met and any issues that arise are promptly resolved. Christina is responsible for developing and implementing processes and procedures that contribute to the overall success of our business directives. Prior to joining Timberline District Consulting, Christina worked in and excelled at a variety of administrative roles while earning her Bachelor of Science in Project Management. Christina brings a wealth of leadership, knowledge, and expertise to the Metropolitan District and Community Management industry.
director of business development and community management
Cristina Madrigal, CMCA
Cristina is the Director of Business Development and Community Management and specializes in commercial and residential District development and management. Cristina works with Developers, Builders, residents, commercial tenants and owners, and contractors to ensure the facilitation of operational standards required of Metropolitan Districts. Cristina’s primary functions include the development of managers to emulate the company’s standards of service, aiding communities in development, the creation and maintenance of District websites, and the Resident Experience. Cristina’s portfolio includes commercial, residential, and mixed-use Districts. With over 25 years in management, Cristina has a robust repertoire of skills and resources to aid Districts from a multi-faceted perspective. Cristina holds a Bachelor of Arts in Exercise Science, an Associate’s in Criminal Justice, is a Certified Manager of Community Associations (CMCA), and a Designated Election Official (DEO).
senior district manager
Traci McDonald, CMCA, AMS
Traci is a tenured District Manager with over 30 years in the industry and has served as Community, Regional, Area, and District Manager for many Special Districts and Communities. She takes pride in maintaining positive and proactive relationships with her Boards and Homeowners. Her background includes liaising with District Consultants, introducing improvements, and sustaining positive client relationships. She effectively communicates with internal and external stakeholders to establish collaborative working relationships. She designs District plans for creating projects that focus on sustainability and regeneration, while promoting corresponding policies and ensuring compliance with local ordinances and regulations. Traci excels at balancing multiple tasks while providing top-level communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and organizational skills. She has held a Colorado Broker’s license since 1999. Traci graduated Summa Cum Laude in 2012 with a degree in Behavioral Sciences with a minor in Criminal Justice.
Traci has earned her Certified Manager of Community Associations (CMCA®), is credentialed as an Association Management Specialist (AMS®), is a Designated Election Official (DEO), and is a member of the Southern Colorado Chapter of CAI.
regional landscape manager
Steve Metz
As the Regional Landscape Manager, Steve has over a decade of experience working in the field and has managed world-renowned Golf Courses and high-end commercial landscaping facilities. He holds an Associate of Applied Science, Golf Course and Athletic Turfgrass Management Degree from Kirkwood College. Steve is classically trained in all cultural practices involving landscape maintenance. Steve’s previous titles include Application Foreman for the PGA Tour at TPC Scottsdale, 2nd Assistant Superintendent at Scottsdale National, Assistant Superintendent at Red Rocks Country Club, and Account Manager for the very successful Construction and Landscaping Firm, ELCI.
The combination of Steve’s field experience, crew management, level of detail, and industry knowledge has paved the path for the creation of his role with Timberline. His industry knowledge and understanding of maintenance services has proven priceless in coordinating with contracted landscaping service providers. He bridges the gap between the community and the service providers, helping to provide great customer service, and ensuring all maintenance tasks are performed while meeting the approved annual budget.
district manager
Shanda Flores
As a District Manager, Shanda has a verbose background in Community Management. Shanda works with Homeowners, residents, and contractors to ensure the efficient management of the Districts. Shanda’s primary functions are District and Community Management, design review processing, and work order management. Prior to joining Timberline District Consulting, Shanda was a Community Association Manager with a seasoned background in customer service. Shanda excels at utilizing and implementing technology to streamline districts’ processes to keep costs down.
assistant district manager
Mindy Espinosa
Mindy serves as an Assistant District Manager, helping oversee District operations and ensuring efficient service administration. She supports District Managers in developing policies, budgets, programs, and long-range funding plans for Districts and District assets. Her extensive management and customer service background, spanning over a decade, positions her to excel in this role.
community manager
Desirae Torres
Beginning as a Lifestyle Director, Desirae was quickly promoted to Covenant Control Specialist and then Community Manager. Desirea manages the covenant control and design review processes while supervising the daily operations of a master-planned Community’s on-site staff. Desirae’s attention to detail when training her team delivers exceptional experiences for residents, contractors, and consultants. With her long tenure in management, Desirae possesses a diverse skill set crucial for optimizing operational efficiency within Communities and Districts all while fostering a sense of community.
assistant community manager
Ashley Myers
Serving as an Assistant Community Manager, Ashley is renowned for her exceptional customer service and has earned recognition for her exemplary rapport with residents. With nearly two decades of experience in customer service, management, and compliance across multiple industries, Ashley prioritizes delivering outstanding service and support. Her responsibilities encompass facilitating efficient problem resolution, maintaining website functionality, and cultivating successful relationships with contractors, consultants, and residents.
resident liaison & facilities coordinator
Sherrie Lutka
As a Resident Liaison and Facilities Coordinator, Sherrie brings valuable expertise to the team with a background in development, providing her with a robust foundation for understanding and contributing to the development of Metropolitan Districts. Her experience in Accounts Payable has cultivated a keen eye for detail, which she leverages to create exceptional customer service experiences with residents, consultants, and contractors, aligning with world-class standards.
district administrative coordinator
Maddie Widom
Madison began her career at Timberline District Consulting as an Assistant Lifestyle Director and has steadily advanced to Resident Liaison and Facility Coordinator. She currently oversees the day-to-day operations of facilities and pools. Madison works to support residents with facility rentals, manage amenity access, navigate the community website, and address inquiries or concerns promptly. Before joining the team, Madison garnered experience in customer service as a technical support specialist for the State of Colorado.