Thomas Salinas
President
Thomas has been a valued member of the Palm Springs Rental Agency family for over 18 years, bringing extensive management experience and a data- and results-driven leadership style to the team. He oversees many aspects of Oranj Palm and Catalina Island Vacation Rentals, with a primary focus on financial oversight, strategic management, human resources, and the implementation and analysis of both short- and long-term organizational goals.
Under Thomas’ guidance, OPVH and CIVR have become recognized industry leaders in vacation home rentals, property management, and marketing services in California. He has led the design and implementation of some of the most innovative technology in the industry and continues to drive innovation to strengthen and grow the business.
Karlos Salinas
760-320-4952 | Karlos@oranjpalm.com
Karlos is responsible for all management operations, strategic goals, marketing and communications aspects of the company with a Bachelor in Communications from California State University-San Bernardino. He has been with Oranj Palm / Palm Springs Rental Agency since 2005 and oversees day-to-day activities, ensuring that the organization is managed and performing efficiently, including all branding, online marketing and properties performance.
Karlos has lived in Palm Springs for the last 25 years. His favorite restaurants are Sammy G’s, Johannes and Mr. Lyons. A few things he loves about the living in the desert include the landscape, the people, and summer nights by the pool. It doesn’t get any better than Palm Springs!
Brenda Lopez
760-320-4952 | Brenda@oranjpalm.com
Brenda, born and raised in sunny Southern California, brings a wealth of experience to her role. She ensures everything runs smoothly, from managing busy schedules to organizing meeting. Outside of work Brenda loves spending quality time with her family and exploring new travel destinations. She believes that a good work-life balance, along with her faith, is essential for happiness and productivity. Brenda’s passion for her role and commitment to excellence make her a valued member of our team.
Alexander Vega
Alexander was born and raised and Key West, FL. Alexander transferred from the south Florida market to southern California and has over 18 years of business management experience.
Lucia Macklis
Operations manager
Born in San Diego, CA, but raised in La Paz, BCS, Mexico. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and has been dedicated to customer service and logistics since 2008. She loves coffee, dogs, and going to the beach
Victoria Silva
Born and raised in Southern California, Victoria has been a valued member of the Oranj Palm team for over three years and is one of our most well-rounded employees. Known for her strong problem-solving skills and passion for quality, she plays a key role in keeping operations efficient while delivering excellent customer care. Her curiosity and dedication have allowed her to gain experience across every department, including our short-term and long-term divisions; making her a true team player.
When she’s not at work, Victoria loves spending time with her family, enjoying the sunny Palm Springs weather, attending music festivals, and diving into a great book.
Henry Sauceda
Born and raised in the Coachella Valley, Henry’s 5+ years with Oranj Palm have made him a valuable asset to our team. He enjoys restoring old cars with his family and is an active member of a family car club. In his free time, he likes watching sports and fixing things around the house. Henry appreciates the Valley’s weather and the wide variety of entertainment it has to offer.
Janet Barajas
Accountant
Janet was born and raised in the Coachella Valley. Graduated from California State University, San Bernardino with a bachelor’s degree in accounting and minor in Finance. She loves traveling, reading, spending time with family and friends and hopes to one day live in a tropical place by the ocean.
Sue Kennelly
Sue was born in England and moved to Palm Springs over 20 years ago. The beautiful landscapes and the people of So-Cal is what attracted her to the desert and made it a decisive factor in calling it her home. She enjoys movies, history, architecture and trying new restaurants.
Bernardo Santos
760-323-4674 | Bernardo@psrentals.com
Born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Bernardo moved to the US in the early 2000s. With over two decades of residence in the Coachella Valley, he possesses valuable knowledge of its cities. Beyond his professional endeavors, Bernardo cherishes time with his family, enjoys beach outings, and actively supports local charities, demonstrating his dedication to both community and personal fulfillment.