Staff and Board Members

James Winslow has served on the RCF board of directors for several years. He is Senior Director, Government Affairs at the Sumitomo Corporation of Americas and is also a co-founder and president of the Salute Military Golf Association, an organization that brings the rehabilitative benefits of golf to post-9/11 wounded veterans.  Mr. Winslow received his BA and MBA from The George Washington University and Masters Certificates from the Columbia Business School and Cardean University.   He has served as a guest lecturer at GWU on Corporate Social Responsibility and Issues in Cross-Cultural Management and has judged several international MBA case competitions. Mr. Winslow has also lectured on the history of Japanese trading companies at American University.

Gabrielle Bezou is a master’s level Special Education Teacher at Montgomery County Public Schools. Her work ensures that individuals with developmental disabilities have the opportunity to live meaningful lives. 

Fred Chanteau is the former Chief Executive Officer of the Affiliated Santé Group. He is a 40-year veteran of the behavioral health services field and a pioneer in community-based services for those with severe and persistent mental illness and developmental disabilities.

Christopher Flynn is a partner in Crowell and Moring’s Washington, D.C. office and is co-chair of the firm’s Health Care Group. Mr. Flynn regularly represents health care organizations and industry associations in various litigation, investigations, and regulatory matters. 

Crystal Hovermale is an accomplished property management professional specializing in condominiums, with a distinguished record of success in overseeing residential and commercial properties. With extensive expertise in operations management, financial oversight, regulatory compliance, and vendor negotiations, she has played a pivotal role in optimizing property performance, enhancing resident satisfaction, and achieving substantial cost savings. Currently serving as a Community Manager at Abaris Realty, Inc., Ms. Hovermale has demonstrated exceptional leadership in property administration, strategic planning, and infrastructure improvement. She has been a Property Manager for 9 years, showcasing her deep industry expertise and dedication to excellence. Her meticulous attention to detail and financial acumen have resulted in significant fiscal achievements, including a $400,000 cost-saving resolution for Mica Condominiums and a $90,000 recovery through warranty claims. She has successfully managed multimillion-dollar projects, implemented robust preventative maintenance programs, and developed operational frameworks to improve efficiency and service quality.

Beyond her expertise in property management, Ms. Hovermale possesses a diverse professional background in business administration and healthcare operations. She has extensive experience in medical office administration, electronic records management, and regulatory compliance, having played a critical role in improving patient care and streamlining operational procedures. Additionally, her strong leadership and mentoring skills have contributed to substantial productivity increases within the teams she has managed.

Ms. Hovermale holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business from the University of Maryland, College Park, an Associate of Arts in Business from Montgomery College, and obtained her Low Pressure Boiler License in 2024. She is also currently studying to obtain her 3rd Stationary Engineer License in Maryland, further expanding her technical expertise. She is fluent in English,
Spanish, and Italian, enhancing her ability to navigate complex, multicultural environments with diplomacy and professionalism.

Beyond her professional career, Ms. Hovermale is deeply committed to community service and personal development. She is the founder of Homeless Care Packages, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing essential supplies to individuals experiencing homelessness in Washington, D.C., and Silver Spring, Maryland. Additionally, she is a trained classical singer and an avid practitioner of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) and Jiu-Jitsu, disciplines that reflect her dedication to discipline, resilience, and self-improvement.

With a steadfast commitment to excellence, integrity, and innovation, Ms. Hovermale continues to drive operational success and community growth within the condominium management sector while making a meaningful impact through her philanthropic efforts.