Collective Announces New COO – Phil Abeln

Collective Announces New COO – Phil Abeln

Collective proudly announces Phil Abeln as the new Chief Operating Officer (COO). As the COO, Abeln will oversee special projects, remove obstacles that may block goals, and help the team continue to grow in new markets.


“We’re grateful and excited to add Phil to Collective’s leadership team,” said Jon Casper, Co-Founder of Collective. “As Collective continues to grow and expand into new markets, Phil’s leadership style fits well with Collective’s values - Enthusiasm, Perseverance, Integrity, and Collaboration. Phil will do an excellent job leading Collective's "Resident First" high-caliber, on-site team.”


Abeln brings an impressive background and experience from various leadership roles with a track record of driving operational excellence, fostering innovation, and delivering exceptional results.


 “I’m excited for the opportunity to lead Collective and the continued growth of our organization. Looking forward to the new developments opening this year and providing high-quality services to our residents,” said Abeln.


Collective continues to grow this year, opening three new multi-family complexes in Billings, Montana, Rapid City, South Dakota, and Watertown, South Dakota.

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