Members in the News

Powerstone Property Management Raises Money for Childhood Cancer Research

Powerstone raised more than $83,000 for the Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation during its annual fundraising campaign. The company secured sponsorships, conducted employee fundraising challenges and held a silent auction. Sponsors and Team Powerstone also raised money through the PCRF 5K/10K and half marathon, in which they participated. More than 50 employees and industry partners took part in the running events. “We are humbled by the support shown by not only our staff but those who sponsored our efforts this year,” said Rene Decker, CAMEx, CCAM, Powerstone’s CEO.

Woman of Influence

Susan DeGrassi, director of cause at Antis Roofing & Waterproofing, has been named Greater Irvine Chamber of Commerce’s 2019 Woman of Influence. “It is amazing to me that it is now my full time job to use the resources Antis and I have, and connect with others, all with the goal of making our world a better place,” DeGrassi said.

Gachina Landscape Management Honored at Foothill College; President also Named NALP Woman Entrepreneur of the Year

Foothill College recently dedicated the John Paul and H. Jaclyn Ishimaru-Gachina Learning Center at Foothill College. Founder John Gachina was honored for being a pioneer in the industry and always having his eye on training and education. Jaclyn was honored for carrying on John’s legacy and vision. John and Jaclyn have focused on raising the level of professionalism among landscape, irrigation and water management. The center will benefit all professional water managers and landscape technicians. Jaclyn Ishimaru-Gachina was also honored by the National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) as the 2019 Woman Entrepreneur of the Year. The award was established in 2015 and she is the fifth recipient of this honor. Jaclyn is president and co-founder of Gachina Landscape Management; she assumed the role of president and CEO upon the passing of John Gachina in December 2015.

Chris Ayoub Makes 40 Under 40 List

Chris Ayoub, president at RealManage, a CACM business member with offices in Pleasanton, recently made the Dallas Business Journal’s 40 under 40 list. Ayoub, a disabled combat veteran, came on board with RealManage in 2015 alongside CEO Chris Chris Ayoub O’Neil. Each year young executives are considered for their community involvement and accomplishments in business. Ayoub spends his time volunteering with veterans in their transition from military to corporate world. He also volunteers at the local YMCA and at his kids’ schools. Since joining the team, RealManage has doubled revenue and expanded into new markets including Southern California, Illinois and South Carolina. Ayoub says he looks forward to growing the company in California, one of its strategic markets. He also wants to promote more awareness of HOAs across the country.