Trevor is an innovative leader known for thinking fast and then putting his big
ideas into action quickly. With a knack for data and penchant for seeing a good
deal, he has used his natural talents and passions to have early success in the
real estate world as an entrepreneur and advisor.
With the guidance of several significant local real estate investors, Trevor began investing
in real estate during the last economic downturn, focusing on the acquisition of residential
rental properties. In 2014, he launched his first investor fund, Cobalt Properties I, LLC.
Trevor also serves as a capital consultant for real estate deals across the southeast. He is
Principal Broker of Property Management Connection and a licensed general contractor.
The Greater Nashville Realtors awarded him with their Diamond Elite Award in 2016 and 2017.
Furthermore, they named him the “Top Listing Agent” in 2017.
Trevor holds undergraduate and graduate degrees in accounting from Lipscomb University. He sits on the
board of directors for Prevent Child Abuse Tennessee and is an Adjunct Professor at Lipscomb for Real
Estate Investing.
When not brokering deals or helping his clients, Trevor can be found rooting for the St. Louis Cardinals,
Memphis Grizzlies and the Nashville Predators.
About Us
Meet the Team
Founded in 2015 with a team that has proven and detailed knowledge of the real estate and property management industries, The Property Management Connection (PMC) offers property owners peace of mind while helping them to maximize their real estate investment.
The PMC founding team is experienced and reliable, with knowledge that helps property owners seek the best return on investment by minimizing the time rental units are vacant, recommending improvements that will result in higher rental rates, and advising owners when it’s time to grow, diversify, or liquidate a portfolio of properties. By not just adhering to – but also far exceeding – the codes of conduct and ethics of their industries, the PMC team embodies very high standards of communication, openness, and dependability.
Trevor Garrett » Founder & Principal Broker
Eric Jones » Senior VP & General Manager
Property Management Connection named Eric Jones senior vice president and general manager in
August 2018. In this role Jones will lead the daily operations of PMC’s property management division.
A 25-year veteran leader in Nashville’s sports and entertainment community, Jones comes to PMC after leading Vanderbilt University’s athletic ticketing and sales efforts since 2006. His diverse background includes extensive experience in customer service, sales, operations, management, marketing, communications, strategic planning and branding.
An avid baseball fan, Eric enjoys serving as an official scorer for the Nashville Sounds; a post he has held since 1999. He also moonlights as an early season play-by-play voice for the Vanderbilt Commodores baseball team.
A native of Maryland, Jones received his undergraduate degree from Belmont University and master’s from Middle Tennessee State University. Jones and his wife, Laura, enjoy taking in the Music City’s live music scene and cheering on the Tennessee Titans, Vanderbilt Commodores and Baltimore Orioles.
A 25-year veteran leader in Nashville’s sports and entertainment community, Jones comes to PMC after leading Vanderbilt University’s athletic ticketing and sales efforts since 2006. His diverse background includes extensive experience in customer service, sales, operations, management, marketing, communications, strategic planning and branding.
An avid baseball fan, Eric enjoys serving as an official scorer for the Nashville Sounds; a post he has held since 1999. He also moonlights as an early season play-by-play voice for the Vanderbilt Commodores baseball team.
A native of Maryland, Jones received his undergraduate degree from Belmont University and master’s from Middle Tennessee State University. Jones and his wife, Laura, enjoy taking in the Music City’s live music scene and cheering on the Tennessee Titans, Vanderbilt Commodores and Baltimore Orioles.
Kyle Lehning » Vice President, Owner Relations
Kyle Lehning joined Property Management Connection in October 2016. He works
in both investment acquisition and property management. Kyle is a licensed
real estate agent.
A Nashville native, Kyle attended the University of Tennessee earning a degree in Business Management. After graduation, he worked in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, before returning home to work in the construction industry.
Kyle enjoys the outdoors and likes to golf and fish.
A Nashville native, Kyle attended the University of Tennessee earning a degree in Business Management. After graduation, he worked in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, before returning home to work in the construction industry.
Kyle enjoys the outdoors and likes to golf and fish.
Ricki Schlabach » Tenant Relations Coordinator
Ricki Schlabach joined The Property Management Connection
in January 2017 as the Tenant Relations Coordinator.
A Hoosier by birth and a Buckeye at heart, the Middlebury, Indiana native earned his BA in Psychology from Goshen College. For the past 20 years, he has lived in Nashville working for the Nashville Sounds as Director of Ticketing, Streamline Technologies as Director of Customer Service, and Superior Auto & Transportation as the Invoicing and Check Reconciliation Manager.
Ricki is a devoted fan of the Ohio State Buckeyes, Cleveland Indians and Cleveland Browns.
A Hoosier by birth and a Buckeye at heart, the Middlebury, Indiana native earned his BA in Psychology from Goshen College. For the past 20 years, he has lived in Nashville working for the Nashville Sounds as Director of Ticketing, Streamline Technologies as Director of Customer Service, and Superior Auto & Transportation as the Invoicing and Check Reconciliation Manager.
Ricki is a devoted fan of the Ohio State Buckeyes, Cleveland Indians and Cleveland Browns.
Sarah Gary » Leasing Agent
Sarah Gary is a licensed REALTOR® and the Leasing Agent for Property Management
Connection’s rental listings.She joined the PMC team in May 2016 serving as an
executive assistant to Trevor Garrett.
Prior to joining the Property Management Connection, Sarah worked in toxicology as well as taught high school overseas in the Dominican Republic. Originally from Maryland, Sarah received her undergraduate degree in Chemistry at Harding University and is currently working towards her Master’s in Mental Health Counseling at Lipscomb University.
When not working or studying, Sarah enjoys traveling, music, playing soccer, and Nashville hockey. Let’s go Preds!
Prior to joining the Property Management Connection, Sarah worked in toxicology as well as taught high school overseas in the Dominican Republic. Originally from Maryland, Sarah received her undergraduate degree in Chemistry at Harding University and is currently working towards her Master’s in Mental Health Counseling at Lipscomb University.
When not working or studying, Sarah enjoys traveling, music, playing soccer, and Nashville hockey. Let’s go Preds!
TJ Ojehomon » Director of Business Development
TJ Ojehomon joined Property Management Connection in January 2018 as Director of
Airbnb Management. A native of Chattanooga, TJ moved to Nashville in 2010. He is a
graduate of Lipscomb University and has been a community leader and impactful
within Nashville’s small business community.
He began his professional career in banking and financial services. In 2014, he worked as a concierge banker with Avenue Bank, where he was present during Avenue’s $1B asset acquisition and ranking as one of the top small banking institutions in the nation. TJ moved to Fifth Third Bank in 2015 where he served as a bank manager prior to his transition into real estate.
TJ has a passion for teaching, speaking, educational workshops, and mentorship. He also created and runs a community-based program for college students called Project Purpose, specializing in mentoring students in the areas of life skills, personal development, career readiness, and financial literacy. TJ attends Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Nashville, where he serves in several capacities, including being a leader within the college ministry. He was blessed to marry his childhood sweetheart, Shannetra, who he met when he was just 8 years old.
He began his professional career in banking and financial services. In 2014, he worked as a concierge banker with Avenue Bank, where he was present during Avenue’s $1B asset acquisition and ranking as one of the top small banking institutions in the nation. TJ moved to Fifth Third Bank in 2015 where he served as a bank manager prior to his transition into real estate.
TJ has a passion for teaching, speaking, educational workshops, and mentorship. He also created and runs a community-based program for college students called Project Purpose, specializing in mentoring students in the areas of life skills, personal development, career readiness, and financial literacy. TJ attends Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Nashville, where he serves in several capacities, including being a leader within the college ministry. He was blessed to marry his childhood sweetheart, Shannetra, who he met when he was just 8 years old.
