Dedicated to providing the best HOA management service in Kentucky​

John Payne, CPA, CMCA, AMS

President

John obtained his CPA certification in 1986, his MBA in 1998 and holds the CMCA and AMS certifications from CAI. He began his career in public accounting before moving into the private sector about four years later. In 2001, John saw the need for a high-performing real estate and HOA management company in the Kentucky area which led to the founding of what is now Paragon Management Group.

About Us

Paragon Management Group, AAMC serves Kentucky, specializing in the management of homeowners, condominium, and townhome associations. We offer a range of custom business services, including:

  • Developer consultations for new communities,
  • Full-service HOA management
  • Bookkeeping services

Paragon Management Group, AAMC was founded in 2002 by John Payne. Under his leadership, the company grew to serve more than 50 associations in the greater Kentucky and Kentuckiana area. 

Paragon operates with CAI-certified Association managers, an accounting department, several maintenance contractors, and customer service professionals who are committed to our clients’ needs. The staff has over 80 years of combined experience in their areas of expertise. We also have relationships with many licensed contractors, attorneys, and other industry professionals.

The majority of Paragon’s clients have come from referrals. As our company grows, each Association remains important to us. Paragon is always looking for new clients to serve in the Kentucky and Kentuckiana area. For more details about our services or to schedule an appointment, please contact us. We look forward to hearing from you soon!

Paragon Management Group’s Values

Responsiveness

Our quick response times keep our owners and board members satisfied.

Integrity

We maintain transparency and honesty in our business operations.

Consistency

We enforce the governing documents of all communities to maintain and enhance property value.

Key Personnel

Rénee Aldrich

Association Manager, CMCA, AMS, PCAM

Renée is originally from Connecticut and moved to Southern Indiana with her husband upon his retirement from the United States Air Force. A 10-year Air Force veteran, Renee is a University of Connecticut graduate with a Master’s in Education and Counseling from Northern Arizona University. After 12 years in construction and HOA development, she joined Paragon in 2012. Since then, she has earned the CMCA and AMS designations, as well as the PCAM certification after completing her case study last November. Renée is the 2018 Kentucky Chapter of CAI Board President and serves on the Kentucky Legislative Action Committee.

Barbara Wissing

Administrative Assistant

Barbara was born and raised in Louisville. She joined Paragon in 2013. Barbara is the Administrative Assistant to all Association Managers, is part of the back-office support group, and is the liaison with the Maintenance Department. Barbara is a member of the CAI.

Hema Patel

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Hema is originally from Wellington, New Zealand and has lived in Louisville KY for 24 years. Prior to KY, she lived in California for two years and worked at Citi Bank. She attended Victoria University in New Zealand and holds a B c xc S in Genetics and Botany and a diploma in Bookkeeping. Prior to joining Paragon 2009, Hema has worked for Insight Communications in the Accounting Department, McBride Enterprises as a Project coordinator/Accounting and owned a business in Louisville.

Mikayla Jackson

Customer Service Representative

Mikayla was born and raised in rural Northern Indiana but has always loved the city more. She relocated to Louisville in the winter, and started her career at Paragon in the spring of 2021. Outside of Paragon, she enjoys spending time with her son, boat days, working at her second job at Wildwood Country Club, and vacationing.

Steven Phillips

Maintenance Technician

Jacob Phillips

Maintenance Technician

Rénee Aldrich

Association Manager, CMCA, AMS, PCAM

Renée is originally from Connecticut and moved to Southern Indiana with her husband upon his retirement from the United States Air Force. A 10-year Air Force veteran, Renee is a University of Connecticut graduate with a Master’s in Education and Counseling from Northern Arizona University. After 12 years in construction and HOA development, she joined Paragon in 2012. Since then, she has earned the CMCA and AMS designations, as well as the PCAM certification after completing her case study last November. Renée is the 2018 Kentucky Chapter of CAI Board President and serves on the Kentucky Legislative Action Committee.

Barbara Wissing

Administrative Assistant

Barbara was born and raised in Louisville. She joined Paragon in 2013. Barbara is the Administrative Assistant to all Association Managers, is part of the back-office support group, and is the liaison with the Maintenance Department. Barbara is a member of the CAI.

Hema Patel

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Hema is originally from Wellington, New Zealand and has lived in Louisville KY for 24 years. Prior to KY, she lived in California for two years and worked at Citi Bank. She attended Victoria University in New Zealand and holds a B.Sc in Genetics and Botany and a diploma in Bookkeeping. Prior to joining Paragon 2009, Hema has worked for Insight Communications in the Accounting Department, McBride Enterprises as a Project coordinator/Accounting and owned a business in Louisville.

Mikayla Jackson

Customer Service Representative

Mikayla was born and raised in rural Northern Indiana but has always loved the city more. She relocated to Louisville in the winter, and started her career at Paragon in the spring of 2021. Outside of Paragon, she enjoys spending time with her son, boat days, working at her second job at Wildwood Country Club, and vacationing.

Steven Phillips

Maintenance Technician

Karl Holzknecht

Maintenance Technician

Jacob Phillips

Maintenance Technician

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