ABOUT US

LIVING UP TO YOUR EXPECTATIONS

As a full service real estate management firm, we are dedicated to quality, value appreciation, and integrity. Headquartered in Irving, Texas, Accolade Property Management, Inc. has extensive property management experience across all product types.

The principles at Accolade Property Management believe that local market expertise and knowledge coupled with our proven management practices will result in the maximization of the returns on the investment. Founded in 2002, Accolade Property Management was formed to provide third party clients with superior, results-oriented management.

Our Philosophy

Accolade Property Management, Inc. provides superior property management services, construction management services, due diligence services, market feasibility, concept and design services and systems consultation.

Our primary emphasis is property management. Regardless of service required, Accolade Property Management, Inc. manages and leads through a proactive approach. We believe after a careful analysis of the asset or subject, complimented by our knowledge of the marketplace, we can initiate a comprehensive business plan that will encompass:

  • Highly Specialized Personnel
  • Asset Specific Marketing Plan
  • Physical Maintenance Plan
  • Financial Reporting, Accounting and Fiscal Responsibility

THE LEADERSHIP TEAM

STEPHANIE A. BAKER
President, CEO & COO

BERT VERDUIN
Senior Vice President & Controller

BRETT REYNOLDS
Vice President of Physical Operations

Gwen Hughes
Controller

ANNETTE THOMPSON
Human Resources

DENA MORELAND
Compliance Director

PAIGE DALRI
Marketing Director

CHRISTINE WHITCOMB
Compliance Director Southeast Region

MELISSA CROSS
Florida Regional Supervisor

MISTY HERNANDEZ
South Texas Regional Supervisor

WHITNEY DONOHUE
DFW / East Texas Regional Supervisor

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STEPHANIE A. BAKER President, CEO & COO

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STEPHANIE A. BAKER

Ms. Baker is the President, CEO, and COO of Accolade Property Management, Inc. and is responsible for the general operations, development of procedures and policies, budgeting and value engineering, oversight of all departments including marketing, accounting and maintenance and direct responsibility for the strategic direction of the company. Ms. Baker has over 35 years of experience in the property management industry. Ms. Baker’s direct responsibilities have included managing all classes of assets with a keen ability to reposition assets to take advantages in the marketplace. Ms. Baker graduated from the University of Texas, Arlington with a Bachelor of Business Administration with a concentration in Real Estate/Marketing. Ms. Baker holds a Housing Credit Certified Professional designation and is a Certified Property Manager candidate. Ms. Baker is committed to leadership and education in the multifamily industry and serves on several boards including the Texas Apartment Association Education. National awards and recognition have been noted for which assets Ms. Baker had direct responsibility, including Pillar of the Industry Award for Best Loft and Best Property Website, DBCA, Obelisk Award-New Initiatives and Charles L. Edson Excellence in Affordable Housing.


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BERT VERDUIN Senior Vice President & Controller

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BERT VERDUIN

Ms. Verduin is the Senior Vice President and Controller for Accolade Property Management. Ms. Verduin is responsible for supervision of the accounting department, cash management and oversight of accounts payable and receivables. In addition, Ms. Verduin’s direct responsibilities include the monthly financial reporting to clients, as well as, mortgage and servicing agencies and tax reporting for the corporation. In addition to her accounting responsibilities, Ms. Verduin also manages the daily operations of the human resource department. Ms. Verduin has over 30 years experience in accounting specifically for real estate management. Ms. Verduin graduated from the University of North Texas with a Bachelor of Business Administration with a concentration in Finance. She is a Certified Public Accountant and a Texas Real Estate Broker.


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BRETT REYNOLDS Vice President of Physical Operations

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BRETT REYNOLDS

Mr. Reynolds is the Vice President of Physical Operations. Mr. Reynolds has over 25 years experience in maintaining multifamily properties. His responsibilities include the oversight of the Physical plant, supervision of the maintenance division, development and implementation of Capital plans and the development and implementation of preventative maintenance plans and safety plans. In addition, Mr. Reynolds oversees risk management through training and physical inspections and leads due diligence for new acquisitions and punch out tasks for new construction sites. Mr. Reynolds attended University of Texas at Arlington with a concentration in Engineering. He holds a Master Electrician License, HVAC Contractor License, TRNCC Preventative Backflow Tester License, Mechanical Certification for Boilers and Pool Licenses in multiple jurisdictions.


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Gwen Hughes Controller

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Gwen Hughes

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ANNETTE THOMPSON Human Resources

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ANNETTE THOMPSON

Annette began her career in finance in the public-school system.  She was with one of the local school districts for 23 years, and 13 of those were in the Finance Department.  She was awarded the district’s MVP Award in 2015 for her service and dedication to the Finance Department.  Annette joined Accolade Property Management in 2016 as Payroll and Human Resources Administrator.


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DENA MORELAND Compliance Director

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DENA MORELAND

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PAIGE DALRI Marketing Director

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PAIGE DALRI

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CHRISTINE WHITCOMB Compliance Director Southeast Region

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CHRISTINE WHITCOMB

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MELISSA CROSS Florida Regional Supervisor

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MELISSA CROSS

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MISTY HERNANDEZ South Texas Regional Supervisor

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MISTY HERNANDEZ

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WHITNEY DONOHUE DFW / East Texas Regional Supervisor

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WHITNEY DONOHUE

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OUR EXPERIENCE

Accolade Property Management, Inc. specializes in the management of multifamily assets. The team of professionals at Accolade has consistently produced superior results on all asset types.

Whether a Class A+ in lease-up or a Class C distressed asset, Accolade understands the dynamics of the marketplace and the factors that affect the correct positioning of an asset. Accolade embraces every asset individually and designs a business plan to maximize the value of the asset.

Formed in 2002 by one of its principals, Stephanie Baker, to take advantage of an ever-changing real estate market, the firm became one dedicated to its success by ensuring the success of its clients' investments. We believe our success is built on the foundation of superior service to our residents and clients. With over 35 years as a principal in Real Estate firms, Ms. Baker knew that her breadth of knowledge, marketing savvy, and hands-on experience with assets primarily in Texas, Southwest and Southeast could create an organization strictly focused on superior property management services. The genesis of the firm commenced by Ms. Baker handpicking Accolade's Key Management. Accolade's success is led by professionals with over 100 years of extensive experience in Real Estate Management.

OUR AFFILIATIONS

As a property management firm, we are committed to our industry, residents, clients, and associates. Being based in Irving, Texas, we are benefited by one of the largest local apartment associations and one of the most active state apartment associations on a national level. We are committed to core values including education and representation through these industry leaders:

  • National Apartment Association
  • Texas Apartment Association
  • Florida Apartment Association
  • New Mexico Apartment Association
  • Alabama Apartment Association

We have the ability to take active roles and become leaders in our industry. We encourage participation by all our employees with the local associations and our principal serves on the Texas Apartment Association's Educational Conference Committee annually.

Our commitment to education and leadership also extends to the affordable housing arena, where we are members of NAHB, NAHRO and Texas Chapter of NAHRO. Accolade Property Management, Inc. is a licensed real estate broker in Texas, Alabama, Florida, and New Mexico.