About Us
Action Property Management is all about making life better in the communities we manage.
Action Property Management is the largest privately-owned homeowner association management company in the West.
Our size enables us to match or exceed all of the resources of the biggest, national companies while retaining the agility and flexibility of a local company. We are able to customize resources easily that will benefit our clients.
A well-managed association goes beyond the mere fulfillment of its fiduciary responsibilities—it seeks to improve the quality of life for residents. Our goal is to shape our services to the unique needs of your community so you can live the moments that matter in the best possible way.
Meet the Team
We stockpile top talent.
We provide an atmosphere that attracts and retains the best people in our industry. That is what makes the day-to-day difference in our residents’ lives.
Matthew has been a part of shaping Action Property Management since 1996. He started his career at Action as a community manager and quickly grew into leadership roles in the company. Ultimately, he became CEO and owner of Action Property Management. Matthew is a graduate of UCLA with a degree in business-economics and holds an MBA from Pepperdine University. He and his wife Alice have three children: Isaac, Seth, and Abigail.
Matthew is responsible for setting the strategic vision for the company and for putting the right pieces in place so that Action can consistently deliver services that help people love where they live.
Matt has over 20 years of experience managing and supervising teams that manage common interest developments. The last 19 years of Matt’s career have been spent in a variety of roles at Action, where he has grown in both ability and responsibility over the years. Matt has managed gated single family home communities, townhomes, and high-rise condominiums, and spent years mentoring and developing managers of these kinds of communities. He is a graduate of UCSB with a degree in history and English. He has attained a variety of industry-specific designations, including the Professional Community Association Manager (PCAM) credential from the Community Associations Institute (CAI), which is considered the pinnacle of achievement for community managers. Additionally, Matt is a Licensed Community Association Manager in the state of Florida. Matt has served several terms on the board of the Greater Los Angeles Chapter of CAI and served on the board of a condominium association in which he lived. In his free time, he enjoys cooking for friends and family, hiking, and traveling with his wife and daughter.
As Action’s chief operating officer, Matt is responsible for all field operations in the company. He oversees all divisions with general managers and community managers, including everyone who supervises these positions or reports to these positions. It is his goal to ensure that the highest levels of service are delivered to Action clients and that the nature of our service helps the people in Action-managed communities and buildings to love where they live. Matt’s team and responsibilities also include the HOA accounting services where he looks to integrate the operations of the managers and their teams with the needed financial services that make an HOA function.
Matt is a seasoned real estate executive whose journey encompasses a rich blend of operations and finance roles in both Fortune 500 and privately held companies. Although new to the HOA industry, Matt is recognized for his strategic acumen, especially in multi-site operations, business transformation, and navigating successful M&A endeavors. Matt enjoys building great teams, and at Action, he oversees corporate accounting, human resources, and new business development.
He calls Tustin, CA, home with his wife, Tracey, and five children. As a father of five, he knows the benefits of a loving home. His business acumen and family leadership make him a great fit at Action to help people love where they live and work.
Brad has worked in the technology industry for over three decades and with Action for two decades. He started his technology career with Hilton Hotels, eventually managing the technology within multiple hotels in Orange County. He has worked in software development, teaching Microsoft products, and worked in the world's largest investment management organization before coming to Action.
At Action, he oversees Action's advanced technology infrastructure, software development, team member support, Community Care, and Escrow.
He and his wife Angela have two sons Shane and Nathan. Brad's passion is providing resources through technology and software development to board members, residents, and Action team members to help people love where they live.
Kassie received her Bachelor of Science in business administration with an emphasis in accounting from the University of California, Riverside. Kassie joins Action with over 25 years of accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and financial analysis experience. A firm advocate of continuous learning and improvement, Kassie is committed to approaching her role through a customer-centric lens.
Sheila is a seasoned executive with over two decades of experience in sales and marketing, specializing in the hospitality and real estate industries. Sheila is known for her strategic approach to business development and her ability to build strong client relationships founded on trust and transparency.
At Action, Sheila leads all marketing and sales efforts, overseeing critical functions such as lead generation, presentations, contract negotiations, and client onboarding. She plays a key role in driving the company's growth by expanding lead sources, opening new offices, and broadening service offerings across the United States. Sheila's leadership and innovative strategies ensure sustained growth and success.
At Action, Sheila leads all marketing and sales efforts, overseeing critical functions such as lead generation, presentations, contract negotiations, and client onboarding. She plays a key role in driving the company's growth by expanding lead sources, opening new offices, and broadening service offerings across the United States. Sheila's leadership and innovative strategies ensure sustained growth and success.
With a property management career spanning more than 20 years, Robert has been involved in the management and operations of some of the most luxurious and high-profile properties throughout California. He has experience in both the HOA and rental property management markets, with a laser focus on providing seamless and effective customer service. Born and raised in Tennessee, he blends the perfect balance of Southern charm with high-end attention to detail. His passion is developing team members to deliver 5-star service, while also being involved in many aspects of our day-to-day property operations. Robert holds the CMCA designation from CAI, and also the LCAM designation for the state of Florida. He is a graduate of Action’s LEADwell program and lives the Action value of “We Are Passionate About Excellence.”
A California native, Michael received his MBA from the University of San Francisco and has held senior finance and accounting roles with Fortune 500 Companies, including Wells Fargo, Marriott, and Southern California Edison over the last twenty four years. As the director of accounting, Michael overseas Action Property Management’s Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable & Collections, and Escrow departments.
With over 20 years in service-oriented businesses, Nicole has a clear grasp of what it takes to deliver service experiences that make a difference. Her background in the United States Navy uniquely prepared her for a career where service standards are measured with precise attention to detail. And her education in broadcast communications journalism cultivated a communication style that fosters a working environment where team members can excel. Nicole is a vital part of Action’s support structure and plays an important role in the execution of key initiatives.
A graduate of Chapman University, with a Bachelor of Science in computer information systems and a graduate of Keller Graduate School with a master’s degree in accounting and financial management. Bethany brings over 27 years of experience with her to Action. Bethany is passionate about bringing integrity and GAAP compliance to Action’s financial reporting as well as the servicing of their clients.
Carlos began his career with a CPA firm and quickly developed a reputation as a strong accounting leader. Since then, he has logged 22 years of experience in the HOA and Hospitality industries. Carlos now supervises the team of staff accountants that produces monthly financial statements for over 300 community associations managed by Action Property Management.
With 20 years’ experience in leading customer service and call center teams, Josh provides a technological approach to drive results every day. As a people manager first and foremost, his desire to want to make his team members come first carries over to our customers to ensure they receive the best possible assistance from Action. As the Director of Contact Center Operations, he strives to ensure your Community Care and Escrow experience is the best it can be while ensuring our residents are our top priority.
Erica Kreutzer has been active in the community management industry since 2003. She is responsible for the marketing and new business development efforts alongside vice president of sales and marketing, Sheila Malekzadeh. Erica spent several years assisting in the management of portfolio and on-site high-rise communities. This industry experience coupled with Erica’s time serving as a board member at her personal homeowners association has provided a skillset and understanding of what today’s board members are seeking in a professional management team.
Rosa graduated from California State University, Fullerton with a degree in human services. She has over eight years of multi-state property management experience as a human resources manager. Rosa is passionate about employee well-being, and she believes it plays a huge role in the workplace.
Since joining Action in 2014, Brittney has helped Action attract and hire the industry's top talent. A graduate from the University of La Verne with a bachelor’s degree in organizational leadership, Brittney is well versed in the latest recruitment strategies and best practices. A certified Leader through Action's LEADwell program, Brittney's goal is to help make others successful. Whether she's identifying emerging talent or seasoned professionals, she is passionate about finding individuals who have the perfect blend of competence and high character.
Scott Sears has been an active community manager since 2007 in the suburbs of Chicago, IL and relocated to Action Property Management in sunny California in 2015. He now oversees the Inland Empire portfolio of approximately 40 associations. Scott is a graduate of Millikin University in Decatur, IL. Scott prides himself on constantly building relationships based on trust and respect and also inspiring fellow community managers to set industry leading standards for all Action clients.
Christine is a 35+ year seasoned professional in property management known for her niche abilities in blending luxury resident experiences and her disciplined business acumen. Throughout her career she has been responsible for large scale, portfolio, and high-rise condominiums across southern Florida, metropolitan cities such as Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Marina Del Rey, and now the great state of Texas. Christine's expertise with large scale communities, high rises, developer startups, transitions from developer to HOA, and successfully navigating construction defect suits has solidified her reputation in the industry. During her tenure, Christine has been recognized with industry awards, such as, On-Site Manager of the Year, and High Rise Manager of the Year through CAI.
In 2009, Ryan began his career in association management while attending Cal State Northridge. Upon graduating with a degree in finance in 2011, he decided to stay within the industry as a community manager as he enjoys finding unique solutions for his communities. Since the start of his career, Ryan has managed a wide variety of communities that include all residential, new development, live-work, and mixed-use communities. Ryan joined Action as a community manager in 2015, graduated Action’s LEADwell program in 2017, and has been a manager of community services since 2020, where he has demonstrated his ability to lead both team members and communities.
Rhonda graduated Magna Cum Laude from UCLA in 2003 and began her professional career in community association management in 2004, specializing in portfolio management of condominium and single family home communities. Since joining the Action team in 2013, she has been promoted to the senior manager of community services role in the Orange County corporate office and is a graduate of Action’s LEADwell program. Rhonda utilizes her leadership skills to bring out the best in her team in a values-driven environment with the success of each team member being her primary goal. She works closely with the operations, technology, and support department teams to enhance processes and procedures in order to improve efficiencies for managers and deliver the highest level of service to our clients.
As a graduate of the humanities from Cal Poly Pomona, Alejandra began her career in community management in 2010. She is driven by her passion for excellence and the satisfaction she receives from recruiting, training, and guiding Orange County’s brightest talent. Alex joined the Action team in 2019, offering hands-on experience. She quickly demonstrated the qualities necessary to serve as a relatable leader with the ability to optimize team performance and deliver unmatched client retention and services.
Ryan graduated from Cal State Fullerton and began his career in community management in 2005. He holds his CMCA and AMS designations with CAI. He joined the Action team in 2017 and has held various positions with the company in both high-rise and portfolio management and is currently serving as manager of community services on the Orange County portfolio team. Ryan is a Certified Leader from the Action LEADwell program which has enabled him to provide support and guidance to team members and communities.
Eddie began his career at a law firm specializing in community associations in 2007 during a volatile housing market. The quick pace of this experience made for a seamless transition into the role of community manager at Action Property Management in 2011. Since then, Eddie has played a pivotal role in the growth in the Orange County region at Action. Eddie brings experience in multi-family and large-scale management, emphasizing recruiting, training, and building preferred-vendor relationships. Eddie is a graduate of Action’s LEADwell program which selects only the top performers in the company. Additionally, he currently holds the CMCA and AMS designations through Community Associations Institute.
Rich is a graduate of Loyola Marymount University and a 25+ year hospitality management veteran with extensive experience in all facets of the industry. From hotels and restaurants to commercial and residential venues, Rich has managed top 5-star properties and portfolios in cities such as Las Vegas, San Francisco, Beverly Hills, Century City, Marina del Rey, and downtown Los Angeles. Rich has extensive experience in new development and start-up operations and has successfully integrated LEED Gold and Silver designations into his projects, propelling them to the top of their respective markets in both value and perception. He was a past board member of the Marina del Rey CVB and continues to chair panels on continued training and education.
Beginning her career in HOA management in 2006, Eve brings a diverse background in management and a passion for excellence to the Action leadership team. Her background includes mixed-use properties, commercial properties, new developments, condos, PUD’s, luxury high-rises, and mid-rise buildings. Since joining Action in 2016, Eve has been involved in overseeing a variety of communities ranging from condo communities, to serving as an onsite general manager at a luxury mid-rise and currently serving as regional manager for LA & OC. Eve is a Certified Leader through Action’s LEADwell program which allows her to provide exceptional leadership to the team and clients.
A Northwood University graduate with a bachelor’s in business, focusing on hotel & resort management. Jessica is passionate about hospitality in luxury buildings and has been in the association industry since 2008, focusing on high rise and mixed-use condominiums. A member of CAI and a volunteer on CAI’s Outreach Committee, she is passionate about giving back to her community. She enjoys learning, developing the Action team, and applying her skills to improve the communities she serves. She is a graduate of Action’s LEADwell program and maintains her CMCA, AMS, and PCAM designations.
Sheridan started at Action over ten years ago as an entry-level, overnight associate. During these years, he would rise to several managerial roles including general manager of both a historical building and a luxury high-rise. Sheridan also served as Area Wide Director for the Downtown Los Angeles Neighborhood Council (DLANC), where he represented constituents as a liaison to City Hall. Sheridan is passionate about serving his colleagues and residents that comprise the homeowners associations we represent. Sheridan maintains designations as a Certified Manager of Community Associations (CMCA) and an Association Management Specialist (AMS).
Community management has been Dean's focus more than 20 years, with a Florida CAM license and real estate license. Dean has significant experience in property management operations, as well as a background in commercial property management. Dean is a graduate of St. Bonaventure University, New York.
A graduate from the University of Nevada Las Vegas and holding a master’s degree from Cal Poly Pomona in hospitality management, Kevan comes to Action Property Management with 10+ years in the hospitality industry. Kevan has held the positions of assistant general manager and director of guest services for brands such as Hilton, Hyatt, and IHG. Kevan is also a part time professor at Orange Coast College in Costa Mesa, where he teaches Hotel Front Office Management, Hotel Operations, and Enhancing the Guest Experience. Kevan’s job is to ensure every resident and their guests are provided the highest level of service. The key to providing an authentic high level of service starts with genuinely caring about people.
John Ramirez is a 20+ year veteran in building engineering. He has completed both air conditioning and mechanical programing certifications and is licensed and certified in HVAC maintenance. John has implemented preventive maintenance programs for properties and educated his employees to become certified building engineers. With Action Property Management since January 2010, John has helped create scopes of work for major reserve projects and construction defect opportunities. Currently, John is the regional manager of engineering services and supports Action’s engineers in Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego.
With over a decade of experience in the industry, Kyle has developed a deep expertise in community management and service delivery. Kyle holds a CMCA (Certified Manager of Community Associations) license, underscoring his commitment to professional excellence and industry standards. His extensive knowledge and dedication to fostering strong, thriving communities make him an invaluable asset to Action Property Management.
Gene is a highly experienced property management professional with over 25 years of expertise in overseeing large-scale residential communities. Throughout his career in the Greater Los Angeles Region, Gene has built a diverse management career including HOA and luxury apartment management. He is celebrated for his ability to forge and maintain strong relationships with homeowners, board members, and industry vendors. Gene has worked with and for some of the best and brightest in the industry, holding prestigious certifications, including the Certified Manager of Community Associations (CMCA).
Valerie brings more than 25 years of experience managing large scale master planned community associations, consisting of commercial, single family, active adult, and condominiums. Her achievements include developing procedures that protect associations from loss of revenue of non-collected assessments, significantly reducing operating costs and reserve expenditures, and developing and implementing procedures for an association under receivership of the city and completing years of neglected maintenance. Valerie's efforts resulted in the city being presented with the prestigious Helen Putnam Award for the accomplishments achieved for the association and its members.
After moving from Seattle to San Diego, Kim began her career in the association management industry in 2006, and currently leads Action’s San Diego region. Kim’s background in both portfolio and on-site management set a strong foundation for her focus on customer service excellence and results-driven leadership with both her team and clients. Currently leading the teams that manage some of the most recognizable buildings in San Diego, Kim is passionate about excellence and finding great solutions for our boards and associations. Kim is a graduate of Action’s LEADwell program and holds her CMCA designation through CAI.
Corinne has been in the HOA management industry since 2007 and with Action Property Management since 2013. A graduate of UC Irvine, with graduate work at the University of Missouri Law School, Corinne brings a robust perspective to leading HOAs and coaching managers for optimal performance. She holds her CMCA through Community Associations Institute (CAI). In addition, Corinne graduated from Action’s LEADwell program and provides experienced leadership for Action teams and clients.
Catie attended Ashford University and graduated with a BA in psychology and human resources development. She began her career in the HOA industry as a receptionist and worked her way up to her current role as a senior manager. With more than 11 years of homeowners association management experience, Catie’s strong desire to problem-solve and provide quality customer service lends to her success in the industry. She is committed to collaborating and showing genuine interest in individuals’ quality of life.
Justine graduated from the University of Redlands with a bachelor's degree in business administration. With over twelve years in the customer service industry and six years in the community management industry, Justine delivers a high level of service to our clients based on trust and respect. Since joining the Action team in 2017, Justine has managed a wide variety of urban and suburban properties throughout Southern California. She holds her CMCA and AMS designations through the Community Associations Institute (CAI). This experience has enabled Justine to provide leadership, support, and guidance to team members and clients, all while living out her favorite Action value, “Be professional while having fun.”
For the past eight years, Angel has worked with Action Property Management in the Los Angeles, San Diego, and San Francisco markets. Today, Angel provides hospitality services as a quality control liaison for front desks and janitorial services in San Diego. Regular property visits and ensuing reports provide a second set of eyes that the general managers and boards of directors can count on to help internal processes run smoothly, with the expectation of 5-star status. Angel also manages a team of on-call front desk associates that provide back-up coverage, and she assists human resources to obtain and train the best talent in the industry.
As vice president of the San Francisco office with Action, Candace provides oversight of the management operations for high-rise condominium associations, including the supervision and development of team members, new business development, pre-management consulting, strategic planning, and board member relations. Candace began her career in association management in 2003 and has gained extensive experience and a proven track record of success, having managed luxury high-rise, master planned, and new development communities within the Bay Area.
Lesley has been in the HOA industry since 2014, is CMCA and AMS certified through CAI, and holds a California Real Estate License. Lesley oversees the portfolio-managed communities in our San Francisco office. Her responsibilities include supervision of Action team members, new business development and relationship building with clients, developers, and vendors. Lesley’s experience in the HOA industry is focused solely on portfolio-managed homeowners associations. Her experience ranges from small planned-development communities to large-scale condo construction defect. Lesley’s goal is to lead her team to deliver the highest standards of living for our residents.
Derek has been in the property management industry since 2006. He quickly demonstrated the qualities necessary to serve as a relatable leader with the ability to optimize team performance and deliver excellent client retention and services. Derek oversees the on-site managed communities in our San Francisco office, as well as new business development, and relationship building with clients, developers, and vendors. He is a Certified Manager of Community Associations through the Community Association Managers International Certification Board, as well as a Certified Community Association Manager through the California Association of Community Managers.
Leala began her career in the HOA industry in 2015 as an assistant general manager for a high-rise condominium building in San Francisco and quickly grew in the industry. Leala joined the Action team in 2021 as a general manager for a new development high-rise and was soon promoted to an on-site regional manager in the San Francisco Bay Area, overseeing on-site communities as well as new business development and relationship building with clients, developers, and vendors. She is a Certified Manager of Community Associations through the Community Association Managers International Certification Board as well as a Certified Community Association Manager through California Association of Community Managers.
Robert’s 30-plus year background includes experience in commercial, hospitality, and residential buildings, as well as commercial construction and project management.
At Action, he conducts annual property inspections, producing scorecards and reports for each property. He also coordinates and conducts education meetings, including specialized training on a wide range of engineering subjects. And he assists the team in trouble-shooting complex issues. In addition, Robert oversees engineering teams who fill-in during staff vacancies at buildings, provide service for clients without resources for full-time, engineering staff, and serve as support for larger projects.
At Action, he conducts annual property inspections, producing scorecards and reports for each property. He also coordinates and conducts education meetings, including specialized training on a wide range of engineering subjects. And he assists the team in trouble-shooting complex issues. In addition, Robert oversees engineering teams who fill-in during staff vacancies at buildings, provide service for clients without resources for full-time, engineering staff, and serve as support for larger projects.
With a bachelor’s degree in events and hospitality management from International Hotel School Sandton, Ashley has held management positions in multiple five-star hotels in San Francisco. Ashley translates that luxury hotel experience into the service training and oversight support at Action-managed properties. His responsibilities include hospitality training, conducting inspections to produce scorecards based on service and performance, and oversight of Action’s on-call team that supplies fill-in front desk coverage as needed to cover for absences at any building.
Jan Lhotka
Our History
Jan Lhotka started Action Property Management in 1984 with just one client. She identified an unmet need in the industry and seized an opportunity that came her way.
At the time, HOA management was characterized by unethical and unprofessional services. So, starting with the first client, Jan established a foundation of ethics and professionalism. Those hallmarks continue to echo throughout the company today and Action has grown to well over 300 communities under management and more than 850 employees.
In 2014, long time Action executive Matthew Holbrook purchased the company and became the new owner of Action Property Management. Having led the strategic and operational functions of the company since 2000, Matthew treasures the legacy built by Jan. Rooted in deep ethical convictions and a commitment to professional service, the company continues its trajectory of shaping the industry through always improving service.
Action Cares
Our mission is help people love where they live. This mission propels everything we do as a company.
We want to improve lives for our team members and for people who live in communities we manage. We also want to positively impact people around the world through local and global outreach efforts. That’s why Action is engaged in both local charities and international humanitarian outreach. Action Cares is more than a motto – it’s a genuine value.
