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Estate Manager / San Francisco
Lilly and Matthew #C523 - Full-time Live-in Domestic Couple
Experience: Lilly and Matthew have worked in private homes for many years, both as a couple and independently. Lilly began working as an executive assistant nearly thirty years ago before moving on to estate management and medical/professional caregiving; Matthew began working in maintenance at about the same time and then shifted to property and estate management. They joined forces and took their first job as a couple over twenty years ago and continue to enjoy working as a team. In their most recent position, Lilly took care of personal assisting, caregiving, housekeeping, and driving. Matthew oversaw staff and vendors and kept the homes, grounds, and vehicles in good repair.
Education: Matthew earned four B.S. degrees from Portland State University- one in Psychology, History, Social Sciences, and most recently, Philosophy. Lilly is a Certified Nurse’s Assistant and Medication Aide. She has taken science-related coursework, as well.
Impression: A peer described Lilly and Matthew as professional, hardworking, calm under pressure, efficient, organized, and pleasant to everyone with whom they come into contact. He observed that they work very well as a couple, supporting and assisting each other as needed.
Special Interests and Skills: Michael is trained in conflict resolution and interpersonal relations. Lilly has experience with personal training, nutrition, equitation, and computers.
Availability: Lilly and Michael are looking for a live-in position as a couple anywhere in the Bay Area or beyond.
Cole #C095 - Full-time Estate Manager
Experience: Cole has seventeen years of experience as an Estate Manager and worked for his most recent employer for eleven years.
Impression: Cole is well-spoken, well-traveled, hands-on and resourceful.
Special Interests and Skills: Cole was a captain on private sailing yachts for eight years. He also owned a stone company and was responsible for everything from supervising crews to designing landscapes and hardscapes.
Availability: Cole is seeking a full-time position as an Estate Manager and is open to location.
Maricella #C078 - Full-time Estate/Household Manager; Personal Assistant LIVE-IN OR LIVE-OUT
Experience: Maricella is an experienced, dynamic estate professional who has been managing the estates of her current employer for eleven years.
Impression: Maricella’s employers refer to her as their “Orchestra Director” because she handles the many facets of her job with a calm, creative, and enthusiastic attitude. They state that she has been an invaluable asset to their family ventures in the U.S. and abroad, and they regret that she will not be moving with them to Italy.
Special Interests and Skills: Maricella is a published novelist; is fluent in English, Spanish and Italian, and is proficient in a wide range of cuisines.
Availability: Maricella is seeking a full-time position and is open to location.
Wesley #C062 - Full-Time Estate Manager/Caretaker LIVE-IN OR LIVE-OUT
Experience: Wesley has been working as an estate professional for thirteen years, in estates located in Napa, Hawaii, and Mexico. He was also co-owner of a catering business for nine years. With his extensive and varied experience, Wesley is well-versed in the entire range of estate work and is as much at home preparing for a large event as he is landscaping.
Education: Wesley earned his B.A. in Biology from St. Ambrose University.
Impression: Wesley is a kind, modest man who was described by a former client as good with people, conscientious, and dependable.
Special Interests and Skills: Wesley has built multiple rammed earth structures, one of which was featured in a design magazine, and one woman we spoke with said “I saw him take a house in Mexico from nothing and make it into a little jewel.” He also speaks both English and Spanish fluently.
Availability: Wesley is seeking a full-time live-in or live-out position and is open to location.
Dane #B073 - Full-Time Estate/Household Manager
Experience: Dane has been working as a Estate Manger for several years for both private clients and wineries. He has hired, trained and coordinated staff, managed the grounds and services, purchased necessary materials, installed and maintained exterior landscape, supervised staff, vendors and contractors, managed and coordinated special events and provided personal shopping services.
Impression: Dane has a straightforward demeanor and a friendly personality. One of Dane's former employers told T & C: "Besides being extremely hardworking and conscientious, Dane was always sincerely eager to help. I could always count on him in any situation. No task was ever too important or too difficult and he would put in extra time, if necessary, while always keeping a very positive attitude."
Availability: Dane is available for full-time positions in San Francisco, Marin and the Wine Country.
Gerry #B123 - Seasoned Estate Manager available in the Bay Area.
Experience: Gerry started his career as a Butler in England and then worked as a Household Manager and now has been an Estate Manager for the past 7 years.
Impression: Gerry has a very grounded personality. He is punctual, discrete and professional. In fact, one of Gerry's references stated that he has "been greatly impressed by his commitment, integrity and discretion. He is always prepared to take on new challenges, and undertakes these with total professionalism.
Special Interests and Skills: Gerry is familiar with SmartHome technology, manages multiple properties and staff.
Availability: Gerry lives out of the area and is available full time in the San Francisco Bay Area.
James #A911 - Full-time Estate Professional/Chef/Household Manger/Personal Assistant (Open on Location)
Experience: James has been employed in formal, private homes consistently since 1998. He has experience as a Chef, Butler, Household and Estate Manager, and Personal Assistant. He is currently employed as a Butler in a 25,000-sq.-ft.-home in the Bay Area, where he manages 15 staff members.
Impression: James is willing, cheerful, capable and responsible.
Special Interests and Skills: James is fluent in Spanish. He is computer literate, with an emphasis on Quicken, MS Money, Palm Pilot, Power Point and Excel. He is also proficient in floral arranging!
Availability: James is seeking a full-time position, and is completely open on location.
Matthew #A917 - Full-time Household and Estate Manager/Caretaker LIVE-IN OR LIVE-OUT
Experience: Matthew has over 18 years of experience as a Household and Estate Manager in formal, private homes. He has been in his current position since 2003 and is responsible for managing all household staff, managing the remodeling of the home, maintaining the family's fleet of vehicles, organizational projects, and much more! He has been placed by T&CR once before.
Education: From January to March of 1997, Matthew attended the Starkey Institute for Household Management in Denver, CO. He also attended the American Culinary Federation's Chef Apprenticeship Program from 1978 to 1981.
Impression: Matthew is steady, committed, and calm.
Special Interests and Skills: One of his letters of recommendation states, "We have found him to be a natural leader, hard working, an effective communicator, accountable and an outstanding problem solver."
Availability: Matthew is seeking a full-time live-in or live-out position. He is completely open on location. He would love to work for an elderly client.
Marcus #A918 - Full-time Household/Estate Manager and Caretaker (Open on Location)
LIVE-IN OR LIVE-OUT
Experience: Marcus has almost seven years of experience working as an Estate Manager in private homes, six years of which was spent with the same employer! He has experience overseeing staff, maintaining vehicles (including yachts), managing multiple properties simultaneously, and more!
Impression: Marcus' manner is professional, yet comfortable.
Special Interests and Skills: Marcus was in the Peace Corps as well as the Coast Guard! He is originally from Montana, and has experience working on a ranch.
Availability: Marcus is seeking a full-time live-in or live-out position. He will work on the Peninsula, in San Francisco or in the South Bay.
Charlie #A923 - Full-time Estate Manager/Handyman/Property Manager (Open on Location) LIVE-IN OR LIVE-OUT
Experience: Charlie is an experienced Estate/Property Manager and Handyman. He has worked in San Francisco since 2004; prior to that, Charlie was the Project Manager for a client constructing an estate in the Hamptons for two years.
Education: Charlie has a BA in Political Science (with a minor in International Business) from the University of Kansas. He also has a 100-ton U.S. Coast Guard Master's License, among other certifications and licenses.
Impression: Charlie is well-rounded, knowledgeable, and detail-oriented.
Special Interests and Skills: Charlie once wrote a 280-page household manual for an employer! He speaks English, French, and Spanish fluently.
Availability: Charlie is seeking a full-time live-in or live-out position and is completely flexible on location.
Lillian #A919 - Full-time Estate/Household Manager and/or Couple (Open on Location) LIVE-IN OR LIVE-OUT
Experience: Lillian is an amazing candidate with 20 years of experience as a Household and Estate Manager. She has worked consistently in private homes, and even worked for the Prime Minister of England for several years! Lillian's recent position, which ended last year, was working for a family in the Bay Area, managing their 16,000-sq.-ft.-home.
Education: Lillian was educated in England. She is highly trained, and in 1997, received an MBE by the Queen of England from the Prime Minister for outstanding service and commitment!
Impression: Lillian is very sophisticated.
Special Interests and Skills: One of her letters of recommendation states, "Lillian has been a dedicated, diligent employee with impeccable integrity. I would highly recommend her as an Estate/Household Manager. She has truly set a new standard of excellence for this position."
Availability: Lillian is seeking a full-time live-in or live-out position as an Estate/Household Manager or Couple, along with her husband, David. She currently lives on the East Coast but would like to return to the Bay Area.
Jared #A920 - Full-time Estate Manager (Open on Location)
Experience: Jared worked as an Estate Manger for a high-profile client for 10 years. He can manage multiple properties simultaneously, and uses his architecture background and business perspective to contribute to success in all stages of design, construction, maintenance, remodel and repair. He previously worked at a residence with over 50,000 square feet. Jared is a Smart Home guru!
Education: Jared has a BA in Architecture from the University of Washington.
Impression: Jared is originally from the Bay Area. He currently resides in Seattle and would like to find a position where he can work a full-time, four-day work week and fly home to see his family on the weekends.
Availability: Jared is seeking a full-time position. He is open on location.
Shawna #A921 - Full-time Household Manager/Estate Manager/Caretaker (Open on Location) LIVE-IN OR LIVE-OUT
Experience: Shawna has eight years of experience working for one client as an Executive Assistant and Estate Manager with decision-making responsibilities. She has excellent managerial, organizational and problem-solving skills.
Impression: Shawna is polished, sophisticated, loyal and devoted.
Special Interests and Skills: Shawna has very high standards for herself! She is also proficient with Word, Excel, and Quicken.
Availability: Shawna is seeking a full-time live-in or live-out position, and is completely open on location.
Andrew #A922 - Full-time Estate Manager and Butler (Open on Location) LIVE-IN OR LIVE-OUT
Experience: Andrew has been working professionally in private homes since 1986! The home he currently manages is 24,000 square feet. He has hands-on experience managing fast-paced, multipart estate operations, coordinating the management of numerous simultaneously occurring projects where precision and attention to detail are essential, serving as a key liaison between families and fellow staff members, with an emphasis on developing and implementing quality solutions to everyday situations. He also has experience in Smart Homes.
Education: Andrew attended Agricultural school in Portugal.
Impression: Andrew is service-oriented and kind.
Special Interests and Skills: Andrew speaks English, Spanish and Portuguese fluently.
Availability: Andrew is seeking a full-time live-in or live-out position and is completely open on location.
Daniel #A925 - Full-time Estate Manager (Open on Location)
Experience: Daniel has been with one high-profile client since 1985! His titles have included Event Director, Administrative Services/Operations, and (currently) Estate/Property Manager/Security. His duties currently include promoting events, managing staff and household repairs, scheduling and communicating with contractors, maintaining vehicles and providing security for a 80-acre, 10,000-sq.-ft. property.
Impression: Daniel is nice, personable, skilled and humble!
Special Interests and Skills: Daniel does it all! He has two years' training in appliance repair and is quite tech-savvy.
Availability: Daniel would like a full-time position. He is completely flexible on location.
Laura #A926 - Full or Part-time Estate/Household Manager (Open on Location)
Experience: Laura has been working consistently as an Estate and Household Manager in private homes since 1990. She has a history of longevity in previous positions, working in only three residences in 17 years!
Impression: Laura is confident, helpful, energetic, unflappable and very pitch-in! She will fix anything from an aquarium to a last-minute mending of a clothing item.
Special Interests and Skills: Laura has interior design experience and even owned her own clothing company. She has experience with a private aircraft and yachts.
Availability: Laura is seeking a full or part-time position and is completely open on location.
Damian #A878 - Full-time Estate Manager (Open on Location)
Experience: Damian is a very seasoned Executive Estate Manager who most recently completed four years with one family. He managed 120,000 square feet of building structures and 30 staff.
Education: Damian has a BS in Business Administration (with a minor in Management) from Bryant College in Rhode Island.
Impression: Damian is kind and professional, with a wonderful sense of humor.
Special Interests and Skills: One of Damian's recommendation letters states, "He has shown himself to have a broad understanding of multiple Household Management and Personal Assistant skills. I believe anyone would find Damian to be an invaluable employee." His grandfather was an Estate Manager, so Damian grew up with service in his bones!
Availability: Damian is flexible for a full-time schedule, and will work in San Francisco, the East and South Bay areas, Marin, Carmel, the Wine Country, as well as on the Peninsula.
Edward #A882 - Full-time Estate Manager and Caretaker (Open on Location) LIVE-IN OR LIVE-OUT
Experience: Edward is an experienced candidate who has been in his current position as a live-in Estate Manager and Caretaker for over six years. He does everything related to the estate!
Education: He was educated at Northeastern University in Boston, MA.
Impression: Edward is a flexible and service-oriented candidate who has watered vineyards at 4 am when the need arises.
Special Interests and Skills: Edward is a audio/video systems expert. His interests include films, photography, and playing guitar.
Availability: Edward would accept a live-in or a live-out position and provide 24/7 coverage. He is married and has a dog. He will work in San Francisco, Marin, Carmel, the Wine Country, the East and South Bays, and on the Peninsula.
Lance #A582 - Full-Time Estate Manager in the Bay Area
Experience: Lance has six years of experience as an Estate Manager with one family. The position ended when Lance relocated to the San Francisco Bay Area. In this position, he was responsible for managing the family's homes in three states. Lance handled private plane arrangements and event planning for the family and high-profile guests, was the liaison between his employer and the media for special events, managed the staff and vendors, and ran various errands as necessary.
Impression: Lance has a personable demeanor and is a dedicated professional. He has a "no job is too small" attitude, and has done everything from arrange private travel for celebrity guests to taking the children to school in a pinch. Lance enjoys working in private homes and looks forward to assisting a client in this realm.
Special Interests and Skills: Lance has strong computer skills and has an interest in interior and landscaping design. He has a background in art, and has managed his employer's traveling art collection.
Availability: Lance is available on a full-time basis in San Francisco, Marin and the Peninsula.
Lizelle #A151 - Experienced Personal Assistant/Estate Manager in San Francisco and Peninsula
Experience: Lizelle has over 7 years experience working in a private home as a Personal Assistant/Estate Manager. A few of Lizelle's duties include but are not limited to, supervising and training household staff, oversee renovation projects and research travel arrangements.
Education: Lizelle received a degree in Biology through San Francisco State University.
Impression: Lizelle has a very pitch in, "can do" demeanor. She is detail oriented and works well under pressure. In fact, one of her references told Town & Country that she "is good at handling stressful situations. Being around me is stressful so I give her five stars on that quality! "
Special Interests and Skills: Lizellle has experience with raising orchids and is a pilot.
Availability: Lizelle is available full-time in the Peninsula and San Francisco Areas.
Kathy #A086 - Full-time Estate Manager in the Peninsula
Experience: Kathy has worked in private homes since 2001. She is responsible for supervising staff and vendors, managing all home and vehicle maintenance, handling all the budgets and more. Kathy is also experienced in child care.
Education: Kathy has a degree in Architectural Interiors from Colorado University.
Impression: Kathy has amazing energy and because of this she has a very pitch-in, dedicated outlook. One of Kathy's references told Town & Country that "she was punctual, reliable, and a really good communicator. I trusted her judgment completely; she was so mature and responsible."
Special Interests and Skills: Kathy has an active lifestyle and loves adventure sports like skiing, snow boarding and horseback riding.
Availability: Kathy is available full-time on the Peninsula.
