NHAN NGUYEN LE
CEO
Nhan Nguyen Le is the CEO and Founder of Valiance Capital. Nhan leads the firm’s strategic vision, investment decisions, and all verticals of the firm’s operations. With over 15 years of real estate investment experience in multifamily and student housing, Nhan has executed over 40 projects with a current portfolio of $320 million.
Growing up in poverty, Nhan's mission is to help people build financial freedom and wealth through real estate investing and tax strategies; helping everyday investors gain access to institutional-grade real estate.
MICHAEL HODGKINSON
Vice President
Acquisitions
Michael Hodgkinson is Vice President of Acquisitions with an extensive tenure in the private markets working on behalf of institutions and private investors. Prior to joining Valiance Capital, he worked with several family office investors to aid in manager and investment selection across the private real assets space. Michael’s direct real estate work experience spans strategies and product types, having previously worked for Aimco, Grosvenor Group, and Newmark. He has closed nearly $1B in transactions, demonstrating his ability to identify and capitalize on unique opportunities in niche markets."
Michael is an active member of the Urban Land Institute and NAOIP. In his free time he enjoys spending time with his young family, and volunteers with various non-profits charitable organizations including The Guardsmen and the Bay Area Crisis Nursery.
Lucas Butler
Vice President
Investments
Lucas Butler is the VP of Investments, responsible for dispositions, underwriting, deal structuring and risk management for the portfolio. Having closed over $450MM in transactions, Mr. Butler brings over a decade of investment experience as he was previously on the investment team at Aspen Heights Partners, an institutional developer with over $2.0 Billion in AUM across Multifamily and Student Housing throughout the US.
Stephane Dessus
Vice President
Development & Construction
Stephane Dessus
Director of Development & Construction
Stephane Dessus is the Vice President of Development & Construction. He heads the value-add development and construction management, including day to day oversight of various projects for Valiance. He brings over a decade of project and construction management experience as he oversaw the construction of over 350 house flips throughout the SF Bay Area. Prior to Valiance, Mr. Dessus was one of the most pre-eminent home flippers in the Bay Area.
AMANDA IRISH-AUBERT
Vice President
Asset Management & Finance
Amanda is responsible for overseeing the company’s portfolio and asset performance, corporate-level financial operations, investment reporting, financial management and regulatory compliance, bringing more than a decade of experience in real estate management.
Prior to joining Valiance, Amanda spent 8 years with HartWest, a San Francisco based real estate development consulting firm whose social equity and conservation mission positioned them as one of the leading developers of religious and educational institutions on the West Coast, and a leader in green development practices. While at HartWest, she served as a Project Manager, responsible for projects ranging from business plans and feasibility studies to full-scale Master Plan implementation, collaborating from the initial design through the entitlement and construction close-out.
Amanda holds a bachelor’s degree in Business and Economics from Gonzaga University in Washington. She resides in Chico, CA with her husband, two young children and chihuahua, “Martini”. Outside of the office, she enjoys outdoor adventures with her Little’s, cooking, gardening and interior design.
ASHTON CLARKE
Director
Investor Relations
Ashton Clarke is the Director of Investor Relations. In this role, he is responsible for establishing and managing relationships with existing and new investors, executing capital-raising initiatives, and enhancing the firm’s market visibility.
Prior to joining Valiance, Ashton spent over 5 years at UC Berkeley fundraising for Cal Athletics. During his time with Cal, he raised significant funds for numerous sports, highlighted by the second largest gift in Cal Athletics history to endowment the Men’s and Women’s Golf Programs.
Ashton graduated from Claremont Mckenna College with a degree in Economics. He played football and lacrosse while at Claremont. Outside of work, he enjoys golfing, fitness, snowboarding, and spending time with his wife and infant son.
Tony De Castro
Director
Portfolio Management
Tony de Castro is a Director of Portfolio Management. He is involved with portfolio underwriting and structuring for all company projects, as well as forecasting and budgeting for the portfolio. Tony has 12 years of professional experience with 6 years in real estate investments. Prior to Valiance, he was in the private equity group at Amherst, a $10bn AUM owner/operator of Single-Family Residential assets, where he helped manage over $1bn in joint ventures and raised $750mm of capital. Prior to Amherst, he was in the Real Estate Investment Banking group at Citigroup where he advised public REIT and private equity clients on over $20bn in mergers & acquisitions and capital markets transactions.
Nahel Tleimat
Director
Development & Construction
Nahel Tleimat is the Director of Development and Construction. As a prominent real estate flipper and developer in the Bay Area for 15 years, his extensive experience of over 400 projects encompasses a wide range from simple fix-and-flip endeavors to overseeing the construction of ground up projects. Nahel's track record and experience allows him to bring leadership and execution power to the dynamic development team at Valiance Capital.
Shay Shore
Associate Director
Asset Management
Shay Shore is an Associate Director of Asset Management overseeing the operational and financial performance of the company’s student housing portfolio in Berkeley, CA. Shay works to optimize the portfolio’s value through intentional cost saving initiatives, structured operational efficiencies and dynamic income analysis; with a focus on driving value creation and limiting exposure.
Prior to Valiance Capital, Shay worked in asset management for a student housing owner/operator focused on value-add assets in Power 5 athletic university markets. Shay’s experience spans across strategic oversight of property performance, capital project management, and delivering optimal returns for stakeholders in dynamic student housing markets.
Sirabhop "Pepe" Sakulkerewatana
Senior Associate
Acquisitions & Development
Sirabhop, also known as Pepe, is a Senior Associate involved in acquisition, design, development, and asset management. Prior to Valiance, he helped manage a $470 million USD portfolio of hospitality and residential projects across Asia as a project developer at Charn Issara Development. Prior to that, he was at Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) where he played a key role in advising and driving investment initiatives valued at $300 million USD. Pepe's academic foundation includes a master's degree from UC Berkeley's Real Estate Development program, complementing his bachelor's degree in architecture from Chulalongkorn University.
Matthew Ent
Project Manager
Development
Matthew Ent is a Project Manager at Valiance overseeing the company’s ground-up development projects across the portfolio. With over seven years of experience spanning property management, architecture, and development, Matthew brings a unique blend of creative and strategic expertise to his work.
Before joining Valiance Capital, Matthew worked for a student housing developer and operator in Berkeley, where he developed a deep understanding of the submarket—an asset he now brings to Valiance Capital’s development efforts.
Matthew holds a Bachelor of Environmental Design with an emphasis in Architecture, graduating cum laude from the University of Colorado Boulder. In his free time, he enjoys pursuing his passion for outdoor adventures, especially chasing the best powder days on the slopes.
John McClain
Associate
Portfolio Management
John McClain is a Portfolio Management Associate. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the performance of the company’s portfolio and assets, managing financial operations, and investment reporting.
Prior to joining Valiance, John spent four years with a prominent development firm based in Indianapolis, specializing in market-rate multifamily development across the U.S. While in this role his responsibilities included sourcing new development opportunities, conducting financial underwriting, managing entitlements, contract negotiation, and analyzing market trends.
John graduated from Indiana University – Kelley School of Business in 2021 with Majors in Finance, Real Estate, and International Business. Outside of work, he enjoys sailing on the bay, golfing, and exploring new restaurants.
Jeana Weatherhead
Director
Property Management
Jeana Weatherhead
Director
Property Management
Jeana Weatherhead is our Director of Property Management.With 13 years experience in student housing, Jeana has led multi-property operations, leasing, marketing, and team development, consistently driving strong performance and resident satisfaction. Previously overseeing over 3,000 beds and a team of 75 employees, Jeana has a proven track record of strategic planning, budget management, and building high-performing teams, along with a deep commitment to cultivating strong university partnerships.
Jarrod Greene
Director
Leasing & Marketing
Jarrod Greene
Director
Leasing & Marketing
Jarrod Greene is our Director of Leasing & Marketing, overseeing the entire student housing portfolio and the associated team. With over 10 years of experience in property management, corporate leasing, and marketing, Jarrod began his career as a community assistant during college and has since gained expertise across 14 collegiate markets. He has managed more than 2,500 beds and played a pivotal role in the successful opening of six new student housing developments across the nation. His expertise also includes customer service, training and development, advertising, and fostering university relations.
Jarrod earned his undergraduate degree from Arizona State University, where he discovered his passion for helping students with their housing needs. After living in Arizona, Pennsylvania, and Texas, he has now settled in Berkeley, CA, to join the Valiance team. Outside of work, Jarrod is an avid theater and film enthusiast and takes the most pride in being an uncle to six nephews and one niece.
Tasha Haston
Operations Manager
Property Management
Tasha is our Operations Manager and is responsible for operations and ensuring an exceptional housing experience for residents across 20+ properties with more than 1,000 residents.
Prior to joining Valiance, Tasha spent more than 20 years in customer service and management at the County of Sonoma’s Animal Care and Control division in Santa Rosa, CA.
Tasha currently resides in Hidden Valley Lake, CA. In her spare time, Tasha enjoys spending time with her husband and family, gardening, sewing, completing DIY projects and is passionate about her volunteer work for Canine Companions for Independence where she assists in training puppies to become service dogs!
Joshua Soetandar
Senior Manager
Leasing & Marketing
Joshua Soetandar
Senior Manager
Leasing & Marketing
Joshua Soetandar is responsible for executing marketing strategies and streamlining the leasing process to drive leasing velocity of the company’s student housing portfolio in Berkeley. With years of experience in managing purpose-built student housing communities surrounding UC Berkeley, Joshua is able to leverage his local expertise to keep in sync with market demand.
Joshua holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of California, Berkeley. Outside of the office, he enjoys exploring national parks and trying out different restaurants.
Lyle Wolfley
Leasing Manager
Property Management
Lyle Wolfley is Leasing Manager who oversees the leasing of our entire student housing portfolio in Berkeley. Lyle has extensive knowledge of Bay Area real estate including valuations, rental pricing, neighborhood dynamics, rent board regulations, and tenant-landlord management matters. Prior to Valiance, Lyle assisted with the leasing of an 800-unit portfolio with Berkeley-based Premium Properties. Lyle also brings years of experience as a construction project manager across larger projects throughout Oakland and Berkeley. Lyle holds a Salesperson License #02037577 with the DRE and has been a member of the BPOA (Berkeley Property Owner Association) since 2010.
Sofie Johnson
Manager, Resident Services
Property Management
Sofie Johnson
Manager, Resident Services
Property Management
Stepping in to the Resident Services Manager title after 3 years as a Community Manager for The Berkeley Group, Sofie’s role specializes in tenant relations, renewal strategy, and financial backend operations.
Sofie holds a Bachelor's degree in Applied Mathematics from UC Berkeley and an MBA from Cal State East Bay. She's a former Division 1 Student Athlete and has a deep passion for health, entrepreneurship, and sports.
Ketsana Keokanya
Executive Assistant
Ketsana is responsible for the operations coordination at Valiance. She brings several years of hospitality and admin experience to Valiance. Prior to joining Valiance, Ketsana spent time at a fine dining steakhouse specializing in event coordination and was previously an Executive Assistant to the CEO of a venture capital company. She brings her organizational skills and customer service skills to keep Valiance and The Berkeley Group operations running smoothly.
Melissa
Shan Singh
Project Coordinator
Construction & Development
Shan brings 7 years of hospitality & management experience to Valiance. Prior to becoming a Project Coordinator, Shan played manager and auditing roles for J.W. Marriott and Knighted Ventures. After working in corporate for some time, Shan made the transition to managing small businesses, where he gained a deeper understanding of bookkeeping, operations, procurement, vendor relationships, and each departments' impact on the company's goals at large.
At Valiance, Shan is responsible for procurement, accounting, and project coordination. In his spare time, he is dedicated to maintaining an excel spreadsheet of the best burgers and craft IPAs, subdivided by the time of day, and the restaurants that serve them.
Journey Tran
Manager
Facilities & Construction
Journey is responsible for direct oversight and management of the Facilities Team for residents across 14 properties and for more than 500 residents.
Prior to joining Valiance, Journey spent six years at Tesla as a Production Lead managing a team of 60 employees, focusing on processes and team development.
Journey currently resides in Hayward, CA with his young son. When Journey is not leading his team, making everyone laugh or bringing a contagious positive attitude to the workplace, you can find him going on adventures with his son, deconstructing things to find out how to put them back together or watching how-to videos on YouTube.
Gary Cady
Superintendent
Construction & Development
Gary Cady
Superintendent
Mr. Gary Cady is a Superintendent at Valiance Capital, where he oversees construction site activities, work safety and project resources. Gary also supports in the oversight and management of the Facilities Team. Gary brings over 30 years of industry experience, with specialization in plumbing trades in multifamily and residential construction.
Barry
Mr. Bruno
Team Captain &
Head of Culture
02.16.14 ~ 04.01.23
Mr. Bruno
Team Captain & Head of Culture
As Team Captain and Head of Culture at Valiance Capital, Bruno’s importance simply can’t be overstated. He keeps our spirits high in the twilight hours of the evening, and shows up with a good attitude day after day (as long as he gets his treats). That positivity is infectious, and it propels all of us forward come rain or ‘shine.
Bruno holds a Bachelor of Tail Wags and Master of Happiness from the University of Man’s Best Friend. Rest in Peace, Bruno. April 1, 2023
Nikita Melwani
Operations Manager
Ms. Nikita Melwani is the Operations Manager with a focus on scaling Valiance’s community management team to be the best in the business. Nikita oversees our entire student housing portfolio in Berkeley. Nikita also leads our marketing, branding, and digital strategies.
Nikita Melwani
Operations Manager
Ms. Nikita Melwani is the Operations Manager with a focus on scaling Valiance’s community management team to be the best in the business. Nikita oversees our entire student housing portfolio in Berkeley. Nikita also leads our marketing, branding, and digital strategies.
Nhan Nguyen Le A Message from the CEO
For the past 15 years, I have acquired real estate for myself, my family, and my friends. Real estate investing has allowed me to achieve financial security for my family and take them out of poverty. I founded Valiance Capital as a platform to help others have an opportunity to build wealth. For most of my life, I have dreamed of building a company that would level the playing field using my influence and abilities. Everyday, I work to provide access to investment opportunities and education with the hope of making a difference in people’s lives.
It is a privilege to partner with you, and I thank you for considering Valiance for your investment needs.
Nhan Nguyen Le CEO of Valiance Capital
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