Focused on what matters most.

For nearly 25 years, Centinel has been dedicated to overseeing one of the largest military housing privatization portfolios in the United States.

We are driven by an uncompromising passion for responsible development and are dedicated to creating safe, sustainable communities that positively influence the way our service members and their families live.

In partnership with the Department of Defense, we’ve created more than 32,000 residential units, including Unaccompanied Personnel Housing apartments. Centinel holds 50-year commitments for the ongoing maintenance and management of the properties in its portfolios.

In August 2009, we assumed ownership of more than 3,200 hotel rooms located across 10 United States Army installations and became the first and only developer to operate under the Privatization of Army Lodging (PAL) program. Since then, the Army selected us to expand the program such that Centinel is responsible to develop, construct or renovate, operate, and sustain hotels at 40 military installations, bringing the total portfolio to more than 12,000 hotel rooms.

Partnering With Experts

We partner with award-winning experts in property and hotel management that leverage private-sector best practices and commercial standards to provide the best resident experience.

IHG Army Hotels Logo

IHG Army Hotels is a self-sustaining lodging program that spans 74 hotels across 40 U.S. Army installations and features guest-loved brands such as Holiday Inn Express, Staybridge Suites, Candlewood Suites and Historia Collection. Military members and guests can enjoy upgraded facilities, a modernized lodging experience and brand-name amenities just as they would at off-base hotels, along with access to the global IHG One Rewards loyalty program.

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WinnCompanies is an award-winning owner, developer and manager of high-impact, quality apartment homes. Winn is known as a leading manager of multifamily apartment communities, operating the nation’s largest portfolio of affordable housing with a groundbreaking resident services platform. Its community development work focuses on creating and revitalizing mixed-income properties through environmentally sustainable new construction and pioneering adaptive reuse techniques. The company has also been a top manager of privatized housing for members of the U.S. armed forces and their families since 2001.

Portfolio Scale & Evolution

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Portfolio Timeline

A history of firsts

Giving Back: Centinel Community Fund

Centinel Community Fund (CCF) is Centinel’s nonprofit organization dedicated to uplifting military service members, military families and military communities. For over a decade, CCF has proudly provided support through impactful programs and strong partnerships, working hand in hand with communities to honor and empower those who defend our nation. 

At Centinel, our mission is rooted in creating outstanding, caring communities where people live, work and thrive. We believe that a strong community is the foundation for people to flourish.

Customer First

As customer needs evolve, we challenge the status quo to deliver communities and experiences that enhance their quality of life.

Cultivate Innovation

We create and foster a collaborative environment that nurtures creativity, experimentation and problem-solving.

Contribute to Community

We actively contribute to the overall wellness of our communities, creating impact beyond our footprint.

Leadership

Justin Kern

Chief Executive Officer

Phillip Carpenter

President

Jeremy Martin

Chief Financial Officer

Kevin Davis

Chief Commercial Officer

Gretchen Turpen

Executive Vice President, Asset Management

Matthew Garrett

Executive Vice President, Asset Management

Meryl Exley

Executive Vice President, Marketing and Public Affairs

Heather Niemeyer

General Counsel

Chief Commercial Officer Kevin Davis is responsible for Centinel’s commercial services, including transactions, operations and government relations. He also oversees risk and compliance, along with leadership of Environment, Health and Safety, and Marketing and Public Affairs. Kevin spent 18 years with Lendlease in senior business development, commercial and legal roles, following earlier experience in private law practice and service in the U.S. Air Force.

With nearly two decades of experience in marketing and communications, Meryl Exley leads Centinel’s brand, communications and public affairs strategy as Executive Vice President, Marketing and Public Affairs. She oversees corporate communications, client and customer engagement, public relations, media, and crisis management, strengthening the company’s reputation and community connections. Before Centinel, Meryl held senior marketing leadership roles at Lendlease, where she advanced growth and visibility for its military housing and lodging platform.

Matthew Garrett is Executive Vice President responsible for Centinel’s Air Force Housing and Privatization of Army Lodging (PAL) portfolios. He directs operations and strategic initiatives across both programs. Before joining Centinel, Matt held senior leadership roles at Lendlease, where he expanded its student housing platform and managed a military housing portfolio of more than 40,000 homes. He also led federal lobbying and outreach efforts, engaging with congressional and Department of Defense stakeholders. Earlier in his career, Matt served as a U.S. Army officer, earning a Bronze Star for Valor during Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Leading Centinel’s legal, compliance and governance functions, Heather Niemeyer provides strategic counsel to support growth and manage risk across the portfolio. She brings more than 15 years of experience advising global organizations, including senior legal roles at Lendlease and earlier practice with two international law firms.

As Centinel’s Chief Financial Officer, Jeremy Martin is responsible for financial strategy, operations and reporting, guiding the company’s long-term growth and performance. He has more than 20 years of experience in corporate and real estate finance, with expertise in financial planning, compliance and risk management. Jeremy served as CFO for Lendlease (US) Public Partnerships Holdings LLC prior to the company’s acquisition by Centinel, where he directed financial operations for Lendlease Communities.

Gretchen Turpen serves as Executive Vice President, Asset Management, where she directs operations and asset, property and development management for Centinel’s Army housing portfolio of more than 25,000 homes. In this role, she leads corporate strategy, financial performance, and client and customer relationships. Previously, Gretchen was Head of Lodging, where she delivered the Privatization of Army Lodging (PAL) program including the renovation of over 12,000 hotel rooms across 40 military installations nationwide.

In his role as President, Phillip Carpenter guides operations for Centinel’s Military Housing Privatization Initiative (MHPI) and Privatization of Army Lodging (PAL) portfolios. He is responsible for property management, asset management, development, construction, and environmental health and safety. With more than 40 years of experience supporting the Department of Defense, Phillip has held senior leadership positions with Lendlease and J&J Worldwide Services, bringing expertise in real estate, development and facilities management. 

Justin Kern, Chief Executive Officer of Centinel, sets the company’s strategic direction with a focus on long-term sustainment and outcomes for customers, partners and employees. He has more than 20 years of leadership in real estate finance, construction and operations. Prior to Centinel, Justin served as President and CEO of Lendlease (US) Public Partnerships Holdings LLC, where he oversaw asset management, property management and development for military housing and lodging communities.