OUR LEADERSHIP & TEAM
Behind GIA’s approach to property management is an experienced property management leadership team bringing together expertise in property operations, financial management, condominium management, construction, capital projects and client service.
EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP
Mike Giamou
CRF, ACoM, ARM, OLCM-LL
Chris Giamou
CPA
Co-Founder & CEO
Co-Founder & CFO
Mike Giamou is Co-Founder and CEO of GIA Property Management, bringing extensive experience across property management, real estate finance, construction and business operations. A CRF, ARM and ACoM credential holder and CPM candidate, Mike has brokered more than $200 million in real estate financing transactions and overseen complex construction and capital projects. His multidisciplinary experience brings an ownership-minded perspective to GIA's approach to financial management, risk, major projects and long-term asset performance. Mike’s broad background gives him a practical understanding of property management from both an operational and ownership perspective — from the day-to-day requirements of running a property to the complex financial, contractual and legal matters that can arise over its lifecycle. His experience extends well beyond finance. Mike has overseen major construction and capital projects from planning and procurement through contract negotiation, financing, construction and completion. He has also navigated complex disputes, lender and vendor negotiations, insurance matters, and other legal and regulatory issues affecting real estate assets. At GIA, Mike provides executive leadership and oversight across the company and its managed portfolio, working closely with the property management team on significant financial decisions, major capital projects, contract negotiations and complex client matters. His approach combines disciplined financial management with hands-on operational experience, allowing him to assess issues not simply as isolated property management problems, but in the broader context of risk, cost, governance and long-term asset performance. In addition to his CRF (Certified in Real Estate Finance), ARM (Accredited Residential Manager) and ACoM (Accredited Commercial Manager) credentials, Mike holds a CMRAO Limited Licence and is a registered Mortgage Agent in Ontario and a qualified Mortgage Loan Originator in the United States.
Chris Giamou is Co-Founder and CFO of GIA Property Management and a Chartered Professional Accountant with more than three decades of experience in real estate development, finance and property management. Throughout his career, Chris has played a key financial role in the delivery of billions of dollars in GTA real estate projects encompassing thousands of residential units and significant commercial and retail space. At GIA, his financial leadership underpins the disciplined budgeting, reporting, risk management and strategic planning provided to the properties we manage. Chris brings a rare combination of senior real estate experience and professional financial expertise to GIA. His CPA designation, together with decades of involvement in complex real estate projects, provides him with an in-depth understanding of financial reporting, development economics, capital management, regulatory compliance and the financial and legal complexities that affect real estate assets. His experience spans financial strategy and planning, budgeting and forecasting, cash-flow management, investment analysis, project feasibility, cost control, financial reporting and the implementation of robust internal controls. He has also been extensively involved in securing and managing capital, evaluating investment opportunities and identifying and mitigating financial risk. At GIA, Chris provides senior financial oversight across the organization and its managed portfolio. He works closely with the executive, accounting and property management teams to strengthen financial controls, support budgeting and long-term planning, oversee financial reporting and help clients navigate significant financial decisions. His extensive development background also allows him to bring a broader perspective to reserve planning, capital projects and major expenditures. Rather than viewing financial management solely through an accounting lens, Chris considers the long-term financial implications of decisions on the property and its stakeholders. Chris also brings decades of leadership and mentorship experience, helping develop strong teams and reinforcing GIA’s commitment to accountability, sound financial stewardship and dependable client service.
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
Martha Ramos, Director of Property Management at GIA brings over 13 years of condominium and property management experience, with a career built from the ground up in the industry. Having progressed from administration through senior property management and leadership roles, Martha now leads GIA’s team of property managers, providing strategic oversight, guidance and support across the company’s management portfolio. Martha’s hands-on experience gives her a comprehensive understanding of the day-to-day realities of property management, including building operations, financial management, capital planning, contractor coordination, compliance and communication with Boards and residents. As Director of Property Management, Martha provides leadership and support to GIA’s property management team, helping ensure consistent management practices, strong client communication and accountability across the portfolio. She works closely with GIA’s property managers on operational matters, complex property issues and the implementation of company standards and procedures. Her progression through multiple levels of the industry also gives Martha an important role in mentoring and supporting GIA’s management staff, strengthening both individual performance and the overall service delivered to our clients. Martha combines practical property-level experience with broader operational oversight, helping ensure GIA’s managers have the leadership, resources and support required to effectively serve the communities and properties entrusted to the company.
Martha Ramos
Director of Property Management
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Jesse Harris
Project Manager
Jesse Harris leads the planning and coordination of capital improvement projects and technical initiatives across GIA-managed properties.
Working closely with Boards, consultants, contractors and GIA’s property management team, Jesse helps ensure projects are properly scoped, competitively managed and executed with close attention to budget, schedule and quality.
ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM
Brit Poff
Admin Team Lead
Brit Poff is a highly skilled and versatile professional with over 15 years of experience providing administrative support across multiple industries, including aviation, real estate, finance, research & development, and technical fields. Her experience ranges from supporting small business owners to C-suite executives within global corporations, giving her a broad understanding of administrative and operational requirements.
Brit joined GIA Property Management as a Condominium Administrator and quickly demonstrated strong organizational skills and an ability to develop and streamline internal workflows. Her contributions to implementing processes and procedures helped improve operational efficiency across the company.
Today, Brit serves as GIA's Admin Team Lead, overseeing a team of more than five staff members and supporting the coordination of administrative operations across the organization. She acts as an important link between departments while helping ensure GIA's management teams have the administrative support required to serve clients effectively.
Brit brings a detail-oriented, proactive approach to her role and remains focused on accountability, operational efficiency and supporting consistent client service.
Eric Worby
Accounts Payable Representative & Client Bookkeeper
Eric Worby is an Accounts Payable Representative and Client Bookkeeper with GIA Property Management, bringing six years of experience in accounts payable and financial operations from his tenure with Marriott International.
His background in the hospitality industry provided him with extensive experience in financial processes, vendor relations, invoice administration and maintaining accurate and timely payment workflows within a large operational environment.
At GIA, Eric supports both the company's accounts payable function and client bookkeeping requirements, working with property management, accounting and vendor teams to facilitate accurate invoice processing, payment administration, financial recordkeeping and day-to-day accounting support for the properties we manage.
Eric brings a detail-oriented and service-focused approach to his role, with an emphasis on accuracy, consistency, strong working relationships and continuous improvement of GIA's financial administration processes.