Our Team
OUR TEAM
Senior Team Management
In essence, our ability to uphold the utmost standards of service for our clients stems from the empowerment of our associates with the tools essential for optimal success. We consistently integrate cutting-edge technologies and draw in the most skilled and dedicated professionals. Whether situated in our corporate office in North Carolina, one of our regional offices in Richmond, VA, or Cleveland, Ohio, or at any of our local sites across the nation, our meticulously selected team brings forth a rare blend of expertise, integrity, and unwavering commitment to their respective fields of specialty.
TWYLA GARRETT
CEO & President
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- In charge of all management, asset management, development, construction and rehabilitation of existing apartment and retail portfolios throughout the country.
- Oversees all new acquisitions and development opportunities for GMS.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
- Specializes in land development and property rezoning and finance.
- Strategic planning and risk evaluation • Experienced in financial modeling and valuation analysis.
EDUCATION
- Masters in Organization Management, University of Phoenix
- Bachelors in Accounting and Math, Ursuline College
- Executive Management Program, Tuck School of Business, Dartmouth University
- Turner School of Construction Management, Turner Construction
- Construction Management Program, Skanska USA
- Gilbane Construction Management Program
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS/AWARDS
- Licensed Real Estate Broker:
- North Carolina
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- North Carolina
- Virginia
- Ohio
- Texas
- Licensed Commercial and Residential Insurance Adjuster:
- Florida
- Mississippi
- Alabama
- Louisiana
- North Carolina
- Georgia
- Texas
Melissa Turner
COO
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for all residential and commercial operations and related support departments
- Direct oversight of all management company personnel
- Acquisitions and new business development
- Direct oversight of management support departments including Accounting, IT, Human Resources, and Marketing
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
- Over 20 years of experience with direct in all markets and specializing in all areas of property management including class B and C urban and garden multi-family residential, office, commercial, corporate suites, tax credit and affordable communities
- Directly involved in multiple lease ups, renovations and re- positions.
