Meet the Team

Mark Brower Properties helps good people build long-term wealth by making the experience of owning rental real estate emotionally and operationally sustainable.

We do that by acting as proactive business managers, providing sophisticated real estate guidance, serving residents exceptionally well and taking personal ownership of the outcome.

We are looking for owners who want a genuine partnership, have the financial strength to operate their rental business responsibly and are willing to empower experts to do the job.

Behind every successful investment is a dedicated team of experts. At Mark Brower Properties, we bring together top-tier property managers, leasing specialists, and financial advisors to provide seamless, end-to-end property management solutions.

Mark Brower

Mark Brower

Founder & CEO

Mark founded Mark Brower Properties with a clear conviction: real estate should be a vehicle for long-term wealth, not short-term transactions.
He works with owners to build and operate single-family rental portfolios that produce consistent income and lasting value. His approach emphasizes disciplined decision-making, operational excellence, and a long-term perspective on growth.
Mark believes that how you build wealth matters just as much as the outcome by prioritizing stewardship, integrity, and treating residents the right way.

CJ Wessel

CJ Wessel

Chief Operating Officer

CJ focuses on turning vision into execution and ensuring that every part of the business delivers a consistent, high-quality experience for owners.
She works closely on systems, strategy, and performance, helping refine how portfolios are operated and scaled over time. Her approach is rooted in clarity, accountability, and continuous improvement.
CJ believes that strong operations are what turn real estate from a collection of properties into a reliable, income-producing portfolio.

Lisa Blanzy

Lisa Blanzy

Director of Brokerage Sales

Lisa leads the brokerage division, helping clients make strategic buying and selling decisions that align with long-term portfolio growth.
She works closely with investors navigating acquisitions, dispositions, and 1031 exchanges ensuring each transaction supports a broader investment strategy, not just a single deal.
Her approach combines market insight, timing, and disciplined decision-making to help clients move forward with confidence.

Richard Shoap

Richard Shoap

Director of Operations

Richard oversees day-to-day operations, ensuring that every property under management is executed with precision and consistency.
He focuses on aligning people, processes, and performance so that owners experience predictable results without the operational burden.
His work helps translate strategy into execution, making sure each property contributes to the long-term success of the portfolio.

Diane Brandon

Diane Brandon

Property Manager

Diane works directly with owners and residents to ensure properties are well-managed, well-maintained, and performing as expected.
She focuses on balancing strong operational execution with a positive resident experience which helps reduce turnover and protect long-term value.
Her approach is grounded in consistency, communication, and attention to detail.

Jessica Marshall

Jessica Marshall

Property Manager

Jessica focuses on delivering a reliable and consistent management experience for both owners and residents.
She ensures properties are positioned correctly in the market, maintained properly, and managed with a long-term perspective.
Her work helps owners maintain strong performance while minimizing day-to-day involvement.

Mary Perez

Mary Perez

Assistant Property Manager

Mary supports property operations by helping coordinate leasing, maintenance, and resident communication.
She plays a key role in keeping processes moving efficiently and ensuring nothing falls through the cracks.
Her attention to detail helps maintain consistency across the portfolio.

Naraiza D'Amato

Naraiza D'Amato

Assistant Property Manager

Naraiza supports property management operations with a focus on communication and coordination.
She helps ensure that leasing, maintenance, and resident needs are handled efficiently and professionally.
Her work contributes to a stable and well-managed portfolio.

Rose Pada-On

Rose Pada-On

Administrative Lead

Rose leads administrative operations, ensuring the team is organized, efficient, and aligned.
She oversees key processes that support property performance and internal coordination.
Her work helps create the structure that allows everything else to function smoothly.

Miguel Hayes

Miguel Hayes

Administrative Assistant

Miguel supports day-to-day administrative functions, helping keep operations running efficiently.
He assists with coordination, communication, and internal processes that support both the team and clients.
His role helps maintain consistency behind the scenes.

Ronald Pada-On

Ronald Pada-On

Application Specialist

Ronald oversees the application process, ensuring that residents are properly screened and qualified.
He plays a critical role in placing the right residents and helping protect property conditions, reduce risk, and support long-term performance.
His work directly impacts the quality and stability of each property.

Marjorie Pepino

Marjorie Pepino

Administrative Assistant

Marjorie supports administrative workflows across the organization, helping ensure processes are completed accurately and efficiently.
She contributes to the consistency and reliability that owners depend on.

Melvar Vargas

Melvar Vargas

Senior Accountant

Melvar oversees financial reporting and accounting, ensuring owners have clear and accurate visibility into their portfolio performance.
He focuses on precision, transparency, and consistency so owners can make informed decisions with confidence.
His work helps turn property ownership into a measurable, understandable investment.

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Marie Canaria

Marie Canaria

Bookkeeper

Marie manages day-to-day financial records, ensuring transactions are accurately tracked and organized.
She supports the financial integrity of the portfolio by maintaining clean, reliable books that feed into reporting and decision-making.
Her work helps ensure that every property’s performance is captured with precision.