Brian Berry
Castro Valley
Summary
Experienced operations management professional with a strong background in municipal code enforcement, public engagement, and community preservation. Proven success in investigating and resolving quality-of-life issues, leading compliance initiatives, and collaborating with public agencies and residents to ensure safe, livable communities. Adept in conducting inspections, managing tenant and citizen complaints, and ensuring adherence to municipal codes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Manager – Operations, Resident Services, Maintenance
Maximus Real Estate Partners
San Leandro
06.2024 - Current
- Managed operations and compliance for multifamily communities, directly engaging with residents to address concerns and uphold property standards.
- Resolved tenant complaints and investigated nuisance issues, reducing complaints by 35% in 90 days.
- Enforced lease and municipal codes while maintaining positive resident relations.
- Conducted on-site inspections to ensure compliance with habitability and safety standards.
Independent Consultant – Property Management
GPB Consulting
07.2023 - 06.2024
- Provided code compliance guidance and lease oversight for private landlords and property managers.
- Investigated and resolved property maintenance and habitability complaints.
- Ensured adherence to Fair Housing, zoning, and safety regulations.
- Drafted violation notices and advised on legal compliance steps.
Regional Vice President
Streetplus Company LLC
San Francisco
05.2018 - 07.2023
- Led West Coast operations for a municipal services contractor supporting Business Improvement Districts (BIDs).
- Supervised field teams tasked with addressing municipal code violations, public nuisance abatement, and quality-of-life issues.
- Collaborated directly with city officials, law enforcement, and public works departments to coordinate resolution efforts.
- Developed SOPs for consistent inspection, documentation, and enforcement protocols.
- Ensured teams provided daily documentation and evidence for community standards enforcement.
Resident Property Manager
Walz Properties
Oakland
07.2007 - 01.2020
- Managed all aspects of a 45-unit residential building including code compliance, tenant screening, and property upkeep.
- Personally resolved complaints and prevented formal hearings through proactive communication and mediation.
- Ensured adherence to city ordinances on habitability and nuisance abatement.
Regional Property Manager – Residential & Retail
Mosser Companies
Oakland
02.2017 - 04.2018
- Oversaw 650+ residential/retail units, ensuring properties met safety and habitability requirements.
- Resolved inherited code violations within 90 days.
- Partnered with city inspectors to maintain compliance with zoning and building standards.
- Reduced delinquency and improved tenant relations through responsive compliance action.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
University of California, Santa Cruz
Santa CruzSkills
- Code & Ordinance Compliance
- Complaint Investigation & Resolution
- Public Engagement & Communication
- Inspection & Violation Documentation
- Municipal Collaboration
- Quality assurance
- Process improvement
- MS Office
- Google Suite
Websites
Certification
- Certified Apartment Manager (CAM) – NAA
- California Real Estate Salesperson License – CalBRE
- Mental Health in the Workplace – NAMI
- San Francisco Police Department De-escalation Training
Affiliations
- Board Member, Eden I&R (Alameda County 211) 2023-present
- School Site Council/PTA Representative, Castro Valley Unified School District 2023-2025
- Head Swimming Coach, Castro Valley High School 2006-2014
Timeline
General Manager – Operations, Resident Services, Maintenance
Maximus Real Estate Partners
06.2024 - Current
Independent Consultant – Property Management
GPB Consulting
07.2023 - 06.2024
Regional Vice President
Streetplus Company LLC
05.2018 - 07.2023
Regional Property Manager – Residential & Retail
Mosser Companies
02.2017 - 04.2018
Resident Property Manager
Walz Properties
07.2007 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Arts -
University of California, Santa Cruz
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