Kamyar Shabani
Principal/Co-Founder
Kamyar Shabani is a Principal and Co-Founder of Optimus Properties, LLC (“Optimus”), an opportunistic real estate investment firm focusing on the acquisition and redevelopment of commercial, retail, office, medical office and multi-family assets. Kamyar oversees all aspects of the Company including acquisitions, dispositions, investor and lender relations, and general investment strategy planning.
Kamyar Shabani
Principal/Co-Founder
Kamyar Shabani is a Principal and Co-Founder of Optimus Properties, LLC (“Optimus”), an opportunistic real estate investment firm focusing on the acquisition and redevelopment of commercial, retail, office, medical office and multi-family assets. Kamyar oversees all aspects of the Company including acquisitions, dispositions, investor and lender relations, and general investment strategy planning.
K. Joseph Shabani
Principal/Co-Founder
Along with his brother, K. Joseph Shabani, co-founder and principal of Optimus Properties, LLC (“Optimus”), oversees all aspects of diligence, legal, and property analysis for Optimus Properties’ commercial and development acquisitions. Before founding Optimus Properties in 2007, Joseph worked as an attorney focusing solely on real estate matters and was a principal for the family real estate business, with deal sizes ranging from 4,000 to 200,000 square feet.
K. Joseph Shabani
Principal/Co-Founder
Along with his brother, K. Joseph Shabani, co-founder and principal of Optimus Properties, LLC (“Optimus”), oversees all aspects of diligence, legal, and property analysis for Optimus Properties’ commercial and development acquisitions. Before founding Optimus Properties in 2007, Joseph worked as an attorney focusing solely on real estate matters and was a principal for the family real estate business, with deal sizes ranging from 4,000 to 200,000 square feet.
Jerome Mickelson
Executive Vice President
Since joining Optimus Properties in 2012, Jerome has been integral in growing the company from a team of 5 to 30+ employees, has overseen the acquisition of over 1,000 units, renovation of approximately 425 residential units and 1.38 million square feet of commercial space. Jerome’s creative thinking has helped to streamline operational efficiency within the company through the structuring of human resources and integration of technology systems.
Jerome Mickelson
Executive Vice President
Since joining Optimus Properties in 2012, Jerome has been integral in growing the company from a team of 5 to 30+ employees, has overseen the acquisition of over 1,000 units, renovation of approximately 425 residential units and 1.38 million square feet of commercial space. Jerome’s creative thinking has helped to streamline operational efficiency within the company through the structuring of human resources and integration of technology systems.
Matt Rothman
Director of Capital Markets
Matt Rothman has been with Optimus Properties since 2014 and brings over 25 years of real estate finance experience, with a strong background in residential, multi-family and commercial real estate assets. He is responsible for underwriting investment opportunities utilizing the company’s proprietary underwriting model and is involved with the company’s integration of the Argus platform.
Matt Rothman
Director of Capital Markets
Matt Rothman has been with Optimus Properties since 2014 and brings over 25 years of real estate finance experience, with a strong background in residential, multi-family and commercial real estate assets. He is responsible for underwriting investment opportunities utilizing the company’s proprietary underwriting model and is involved with the company’s integration of the Argus platform.
MEET THE TEAM
Spencer Arroyo
Maintenance SupervisorSpencer Arroyo is the Maintenance Supervisor for Roxbury Ventures. He is instrumental in ensuring all maintenance requests are handled appropriately and in a timely fashion. Spencer has a team of associates that report directly to him for guidance, instruction and direction. Mr. Arroyo is a certified plumber and electrician. He is also a licensed welder. Prior to working for Roxbury Ventures, Spencer enjoyed a successful career in his own business as a real estate contractor with projects ranging from but not limited to: re-modeling, framing, and new construction. Spencer’s 25 years of wisdom and accumulated knowledge is invaluable which is why he is an asset to the Roxbury Ventures team.
Emanouel Beithagy
Accounting ClerkEmanouel joined Optimus in 2020 and has a bachelor’s degree in accounting. He previously worked as a Staff Accountant and is currently studying to become a CPA. In total, he has about 6 years of accounting experience under his belt. He currently handles full-charge accounting for Optimus, ranging from bank reconciliations to drafting financial statements and much more.
Wendy Camp
Residential Property ManagerWendy joined Optimus in 2021 with over 20 years experience in customer service and five years of experience in property management. Currently, Wendy is a Residential Property Manager managing units throughout Los Angeles with a strict in adherence to all city and state regulations.
Martin Campbell
Maintenance CoordinatorMartin joined the Optimus team in 2020 in the administrative department. He is now the Assistant Maintenance Manager and Coordinator. In this role, Martin oversees the day-to-day operations of the maintenance department. Martin is a graduate of Northwood University, from which he obtained his Master’s in Business Administration. With a passion for real estate and business, Martin has over 7 years of experience in office and account management.
Gilda Ezadjian
Senior AccountantGilda Ezadjian has over twenty years of accounting and financial experience. Prior to joining Optimus, she was employed as the controller and office manager for Ambrose Properties, where she spent fourteen years managing a portfolio of shopping centers and commercial properties. Gilda speaks five languages, has bookkeeping and accounting certification, and is a member of the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers. To further advance her knowledge, she is currently working toward receiving a certificate in Financial Planning and Investment.
Gamariel Gonzalez
Staff Accountant IIGamariel Gonzalez recently joined the Optimus family in January 2017. He also recently graduated from California State Polytechnic University of Pomona in 2016, where he obtained a Business Administration – Accounting Degree. Prior to Optimus, he worked in the property management industry for two and a half years, which gives him a background in asset management as well. Gamariel assists the Accounting Department with ledger adjustments, deposit accounting, journal entries as well as various other projects. He speaks fluent Spanish and wishes to learn a third language.
Ricardo Guiterrez
Staff AccountantRicardo Gutierrez joined Optimus in 2018 as a staff accountant assisting the accounts receivable department for both residential and commercial properties. He has many years of accounting experience in various different industries, including property management. Ricardo has a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Accounting and a Master’s Degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting. He speaks intermediate level Spanish and hopes to learn a third language someday.
Jesse Liu
Director of AcquisitionsJesse joined Optimus as Director of Acquisitions with responsibility for investment strategy, sourcing new investment opportunities, and expanding capital partner relationships. Prior to joining Optimus, Jesse was a Senior Vice President with Watt Investment Partners where he was responsible for the sourcing and management of equity investments. Previously, Jesse was the Vice President of Acquisitions at Laurus Corporation and Originator/Underwriter at Calmwater Capital where he closed over $300 million of senior and mezzanine bridge loans on commercial real estate properties. Jesse began his career as Director of Acquisitions at Levy Affiliated Holdings where he focused on value-add investment opportunities on the West Coast. Jesse received a Bachelor of Science in Economics from the University of California, Irvine.
Jake Mercurio
Acquisition Investment AssociateJake joined the Optimus team in 2021 as an Acquisition Investment Associate assisting in underwriting investment opportunities, investor relations, and due diligence. Having graduated from San Diego State University in 2017 with a bachelor’s degree in Economics, he immediately put that to use in the Real Estate industry. He has been a licensed real estate agent in California for 4 years and continues to follow his passion of seeking real estate investments.
Vanessa Negreros
Residential Property ManagerVanessa began working in the property management industry in 2012 at Westland Industries and has served over 195 units in her tenure. Vanessa re-joined the Optimus Team in 2020 to professionally manage our newest acquisition. Vanessa currently possesses a Business Administration degree and is actively pursuing her Bachelors of Science in Real Estate at California State University, Northridge.
Tina Nikakhtar
Administrative AssistantTina joined the Optimus team in 2021 in the administrative department to coordinate and oversee the day-to-day operations of the commercial portfolios. Originally from Maryland, Tina has a bachelor’s degree in International Business from the University of Maryland, College Park. Tina moved to Los Angeles to follow her passion for real estate and business.
Kevin Ostrov
ParalegalKevin Ostrov is a Paralegal. Kevin was born and raised in Los Angeles, graduated from UCLA with a BA in History, and attended Loyola Law School. Kevin’s areas of specialty include real property law and urban planning/land use, and has more than 20 years of experience in real estate litigation, landlord-tenant law, corporate and partnership law, real estate financing and defeasance. Mr. Ostrov assists with various legal, leasing and corporate matters for the Company.
Sebastien Rhozemont
Human Resources SpecialistSebastien joined the Optimus team in 2021 to work in the Human Resources Department. Sebastien has a bachelor’s degree in finance and a Master’s in Business Administration from the University of South Florida. Sebastian has worked in human resource departments for large well-known organizations, both in the public and private sectors.
Edwin Rivera
Staff AccountantEdwin Rivera joined Optimus Properties in 2016 as a staff accountant overseeing the Accounts Payables Department. Edwin has more than 10 years of experience in both accounting and property management industries. Prior to joining Optimus Properties, He served as an Accounts Payables Specialist at Global Integrity Realty Corporation.
Isabelle Sedghi
Commercial Property ManagerOriginally from south Florida, Isabelle has a bachelor’s of Communications degree from Florida Atlantic University and has been in the real estate and development field since 2009 in South Florida, Manhattan, and Los Angeles.
Dalton Treadway
Asset ManagerDalton became a member of the Optimus team when he joined as the Administrative Assistant in 2017 and now works as the Asset Management Associate. Dalton oversees the day to day operations of the multifamily portfolio and directs the onsite management team. Raised in Southern California, Dalton has always had a passion for Real Estate. Prior to Optimus, he worked in the property management industry for two years, gaining experience in both residential and commercial property management. He is a licensed real estate agent in the State of California and a California Certified Residential Manager (CCRM).
Emmanuel Zepeda
Property ManagerEmmanuel joined Optimus Properties as the onsite manager for the West Hollywood area, bringing more than 8 years of cumulative experience in the property management field. Working as an onsite manager for that many years, he learned through practical, on-the-ground experience how to serve the diverse demographics of the Santa Monica/Hollywood LA landscape. Emmanuel is currently a Residential Property Manager managing units throughout Los Angeles with a strict adherence to all city and state regulations.
Matt Rothman
Jerome Mickelson