Join us in welcoming our New Hires
Mark Okrent
Senior Vice President – Asset Management,
Corporate – SoCal
Where are you from?
Mark: I am from Fairfield, CT.
Do you have any hobbies?
Mark: My hobbies are yoga, weight-lifting, and coaching youth sports.
Any interesting facts about yourself?
Mark: I was a high school All-American Lacrosse Player and former Division 1 lacrosse player.
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Mark: I am most excited about the opportunity to work alongside the best and brightest and to help maximize the bottom line.
Caryn Romo
Community Receptionist,
Terra Vista
Where are you from?
Caryn: I was born in the San Gabriel Valley and lived there most of my life. I live in Rancho Cucamonga now and love it!
Do you have any hobbies?
Caryn: I love to read, travel (to Hawaii the most and as often as possible) and spend time with family and friends.
Any interesting facts about yourself?
Caryn: I had an opportunity as a child to be on a show called “Romper Room”; I’ve ridden inside (where the driver sits) of a float in the Rose Parade on New Year’s Day; I’m right-handed but use my left hand for almost everything; I’ve driven the famous “Road to Hana” in Maui three times…don’t ask me why!; I was very fortunate to be taken to the 2022 Superbowl at So-fi Stadium Rams vs Bengals…Fabulous!!
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Caryn: I’m blessed to work at TV550! Everyone is so kind. The atmosphere is infectious, and the vibe is always uplifting. Thank you, Lewis, for sending me to such an amazing property 😊
Caryn Romo
Community Receptionist,
Terra Vista
Where are you from?
Caryn: I was born in the San Gabriel Valley and lived there most of my life. I live in Rancho Cucamonga now and love it!
Do you have any hobbies?
Caryn: I love to read, travel (to Hawaii the most and as often as possible) and spend time with family and friends.
Any interesting facts about yourself?
Caryn: I had an opportunity as a child to be on a show called “Romper Room”; I’ve ridden inside (where the driver sits) of a float in the Rose Parade on New Year’s Day; I’m right-handed but use my left hand for almost everything; I’ve driven the famous “Road to Hana” in Maui three times…don’t ask me why!; I was very fortunate to be taken to the 2022 Superbowl at So-fi Stadium Rams vs Bengals…Fabulous!!
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Caryn: I’m blessed to work at TV550! Everyone is so kind. The atmosphere is infectious, and the vibe is always uplifting. Thank you, Lewis, for sending me to such an amazing property 😊
Natalia Peralta-Lopez
Lifestyle Director,
Homecoming at Eastvale
Where are you from?
Natalia: I am originally from Mexico. I grew up in Orange County. I moved to Corona in 2019.
Do you have any hobbies?
Natalia: I am a homebody, being a mom is one of my major hobbies; I enjoy all parts of parenting and adventures with my kids. I did paint before having kids and it’s something I would like to get into again. I enjoy the outdoors and I have two dogs, Kylo and Sammy- we enjoy long walks.
Any interesting facts about yourself?
Natalia: I am an adventure seeker: skydiving, ziplining, & water rafting are a few things I’ve done.
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Natalia: I am excited to create memorable experiences.
Stephanie Brooks
General Manager,
Harvest at Damonte Ranch
Where are you from?
Stephanie: I was born and raised in Reno, NV.
Do you have any hobbies?
Stephanie: I spend my free time with my husband of 23 years, my 15-year-old daughter, and my two golden doodles.
Any interesting facts about yourself?
Stephanie: I have worked in property management for nearly 20 years, mainly in multi-family and some in residential and commercial as well.
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Stephanie: What I’m most excited about with working at Lewis is that I will develop even more knowledge to grow within the company and to work with an amazing team!
Stephanie Brooks
General Manager,
Harvest at Damonte Ranch
Where are you from?
Stephanie: I was born and raised in Reno, NV.
Do you have any hobbies?
Stephanie: I spend my free time with my husband of 23 years, my 15-year-old daughter, and my two golden doodles.
Any interesting facts about yourself?
Stephanie: I have worked in property management for nearly 20 years, mainly in multi-family and some in residential and commercial as well.
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Stephanie: What I’m most excited about with working at Lewis is that I will develop even more knowledge to grow within the company and to work with an amazing team!
Aaliyah McClain
Community Receptionist,
Homecoming at Creekside
Where are you from?
Aaliyah: Born and raised in Oakland, CA, but Sacramento is where my heart is!
Do you have any hobbies?
Aaliyah: My new found hobby is baking — I have no idea where it came from, but it’s my new “thing.” My favorite things to bake are my Red Velvet Cupcakes filled and topped with raspberry cream cheese made from scratch!
Any interesting facts about yourself?
Aaliyah: I’m not afraid of many things, but rollercoasters – you can count me out! I’ll hold your place in any line but I’m not getting on any rides.
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Aaliyah: The environment! Coming to work every day and feeling like I’m at home with extended family members instead of co-workers!
Brandon Iiams
Accounting Clerk,
Corporate – SoCal
Where are you from?
Brandon: Been in the LA area my whole life. There’s a lot to like out here!
Do you have any hobbies?
Brandon: My interests are in gaming, basketball (I’m a big Lakers fan), and cooking, as well watching videos and TV about it too.
Any interesting facts about yourself?
Brandon: I am very, very tall at 6’8. So if you ever see me and you have a burning question related to my height, ask away! I’ve already heard every height-related question you can think of, so it doesn’t bother me at all.
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Brandon: Lewis stood out as a place with great opportunity for growth. Knowing that my position was available because someone got promoted is a great sign that the company is willing to give opportunities to people who excel in their role.
Brandon Iiams
Accounting Clerk,
Corporate – SoCal
Where are you from?
Brandon: Been in the LA area my whole life. There’s a lot to like out here!
Do you have any hobbies?
Brandon: My interests are in gaming, basketball (I’m a big Lakers fan), and cooking, as well watching videos and TV about it too.
Any interesting facts about yourself?
Brandon: I am very, very tall at 6’8. So if you ever see me and you have a burning question related to my height, ask away! I’ve already heard every height-related question you can think of, so it doesn’t bother me at all.
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Brandon: Lewis stood out as a place with great opportunity for growth. Knowing that my position was available because someone got promoted is a great sign that the company is willing to give opportunities to people who excel in their role.
Jaycee Baca
Portfolio Leasing Consultant,
Homecoming at Creekside
Where are you from?
Jaycee: I am from Sacramento, California! I was born in Walnut Creek and grew up here at the Capital City 😊! I’ve moved a few places within Sacramento, but now I am living my best life in downtown Sacramento.
Do you have any hobbies?
Jaycee: My favorite hobby is running my dogs Instagram account (cheesy, IK) but we get a ton of free items and are ambassadors for a bunch of companies. Staying up-to-date with the hottest trends and upcoming holidays to make sure my dog is in the latest gear is a job on its own- but I truly enjoy it!
Any interesting facts about yourself?
Jaycee: The most interesting fact about me is that any state or country I go to, I make sure to get a tattoo. I have one from Italy, Mexico, Texas, and Nevada, and of course California.
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Jaycee: I am so excited to meet as many people as possible and truly learn the culture of the Lewis way!
Samantha Cinque
Residential Lease Administrator,
Homecoming at Eastvale
Where are you from?
Samantha: From Rancho Cucamonga!
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Samantha: I am most excited about growing with the business!
Samantha Cinque
Residential Lease Administrator,
Homecoming at Eastvale
Where are you from?
Samantha: From Rancho Cucamonga!
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Samantha: I am most excited about growing with the business!
Destiny Rodriguez
Residential Lease Administrator,
Del Mar
Where are you from?
Destiny: I’m from Rancho Cucamonga.
Do you have any hobbies?
Destiny: I love to read and spend time with my baby.
Any interesting facts about yourself?
Destiny: Not really, just a new mom and love my 8-month old baby boy!
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Destiny: I’m excited about the opportunity to learn and grow!
Kevin Michaud
Groundskeeper,
Corporate – SoCal
Where are you from?
Kevin: I’m born and raised in Southern California. Grew up in the Anaheim area.
Do you have any hobbies?
Kevin: I enjoy camping and fishing, mostly in the Eastern Sierra.
Any interesting facts about yourself?
Kevin: I used to work at Disneyland.
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Kevin: The chance to grow with a company.
Kevin Michaud
Groundskeeper,
Corporate – SoCal
Where are you from?
Kevin: I’m born and raised in Southern California. Grew up in the Anaheim area.
Do you have any hobbies?
Kevin: I enjoy camping and fishing, mostly in the Eastern Sierra.
Any interesting facts about yourself?
Kevin: I used to work at Disneyland.
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Kevin: The chance to grow with a company.
Art Fernandez
Maintenance Technician,
Homecoming at Terra Vista
Where are you from?
Art: I am from Mexico but have been in the United States since 1971.
Do you have any hobbies?
Art: My favorite hobby is gardening.
Any interesting facts about yourself?
Art: I consider myself to be a hard worker.
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Art: The major thing I like about working at Lewis is the camaraderie.
Marcus Rubalcaba
Groundskeeper,
Del Mar
Where are you from?
Marcus: I’m from Ontario, California.
Do you have any hobbies?
Marcus: My hobbies include going to the gym, producing music, and running.
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Marcus: I’m most excited to obtain new skills and grow.
Marcus Rubalcaba
Groundskeeper,
Del Mar
Where are you from?
Marcus: I’m from Ontario, California.
Do you have any hobbies?
Marcus: My hobbies include going to the gym, producing music, and running.
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Marcus: I’m most excited to obtain new skills and grow.
Isaac Segovia
Maintenance Supervisor,
Carmel at Woodcreek West
Where are you from?
Isaac: I live in Roseville at the moment, but I am from the Bay area- San Jose!
Do you have any hobbies?
Isaac: Some hobbies are riding dirt bikes with my family, and Harleys when I am by myself.
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Isaac: I’m excited to be with Lewis because the work environment is better then what have experienced in the past. Lucky to be here if you ask me!
Alyssa Dominguez
Leasing Consultant,
Santa Barbara
Where are you from?
Alyssa: I am from Rialto.
Do you have any hobbies?
Alyssa: My hobbies include freelance makeup and playing the bass.
Any interesting facts about yourself?
Alyssa I used to be terrified of chickens until I got a couple of my own. I love my girls, Thelma, and Louise.
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Alyssa: I am most excited about the community Lewis has. There is a strong family bond throughout the company.
Alyssa Dominguez
Leasing Consultant,
Santa Barbara
Where are you from?
Alyssa: I am from Rialto.
Do you have any hobbies?
Alyssa: My hobbies include freelance makeup and playing the bass.
Any interesting facts about yourself?
Alyssa I used to be terrified of chickens until I got a couple of my own. I love my girls, Thelma, and Louise.
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Alyssa: I am most excited about the community Lewis has. There is a strong family bond throughout the company.
Louise Chie
Leasing Consultant,
Esprit
Where are you from?
Louise: I’m “made in” Hong Kong. Hong Kong is barely a dot on the map, but it is a truly international and dynamic city.
Do you have any hobbies?
Louise: I was bitten by travel bug a lot! I’ve been to 19 countries before starting my new chapter in the USA. I love exploring new places, experiencing different cultures, trying different cuisines, and meeting new friends.
Any interesting facts about yourself?
Louise I am a thalassophile! I used to spend most of my time for work and leisure on yachts, now I have anchored myself in a high dessert – Reno. It’s a wonderful, life-changing experience.
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Louise: It is all about connecting with people – people with diverse backgrounds and experiences bring different perspectives, interests, and more possibilities.
Britteny Clifton
Community Receptionist,
Homecoming at Eastvale
Where are you from?
Britteny: Rancho Cucamonga, CA – forever a SoCal baby.
Do you have any hobbies?
Britteny: I enjoy visiting the beach, shopping, family & friends, self-pampering, and GTA 5.
Any interesting facts about yourself?
Britteny: One interesting fact is that I know how to play a concert flute
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Britteny: The most exciting thing about this role within the corporation is the daily interaction with new clientele, current residents, and of course the colleagues whom are like a work-fambam. Starting at this entry level and learning about the various ways to keep this business consistently a success is sublime. 😊
Britteny Clifton
Community Receptionist,
Homecoming at Eastvale
Where are you from?
Britteny: Rancho Cucamonga, CA – forever a SoCal baby.
Do you have any hobbies?
Britteny: I enjoy visiting the beach, shopping, family & friends, self-pampering, and GTA 5.
Any interesting facts about yourself?
Britteny: One interesting fact is that I know how to play a concert flute
What are you most excited about working at Lewis?
Britteny: The most exciting thing about this role within the corporation is the daily interaction with new clientele, current residents, and of course the colleagues whom are like a work-fambam. Starting at this entry level and learning about the various ways to keep this business consistently a success is sublime. 😊
Feel free to check out our Open Positions on our career page here:
https://lewiscareers.com/open-positions/
Rosie Lewis is the Corporate Marketing Manager at The Lewis Group of Companies. Rosie is a Claremont native who enjoys hiking, yoga, and developing her green thumb.