Meet the Team

Rhys Owen: Senior Lettings Negotiator; One of our longest serving members of staff, Rhys, born in North Wales, is one of our Welsh speakers. He is an experienced Lettings Negotiator and thrives on finding the right property for the customers. Rhys has a keen eye for property renovations and often advises Landlords on how to maximise the space and feel of a property to encourage better tenants and increased rents. His natural enthusiasm shows in both his commitment to work and outside of work where he led the 5-a-side football team most recently from bottom to top of the league table. Rhys has also represented Great Britain in shooting.

Brad Young: Miskin Street Manager; Brad works from our Miskin Street Branch. After completing his Sports and Leisure Management degree last year, Brad has undergone a year of training and practical experience in Lettings and Inspections and is now proficient in both skills. As a recent former student, Brad has taken the lead on some of our advertising and sponsorship with local university students and societies. In his spare time he enjoys watching and playing rugby and football

Nikki Lewis MARLA: Head Office Manager; Nikki is an established member of the Accounts Department. Nikki joined CPS Homes over 3 years ago and his knowledge and skills in all aspects of Property Management in addition to accounts goes from strength to strength each year. Outside of work Nikki is a big Cardiff City fan often being spotted on the terraces at Ninian Park and plays for the CPS 5-a-side football team every week.

Paz Patel: Financial Controller & Senior Accounts; Paz has been part of our Team for over three years now and has proven he is an invaluable staff member. He has a broad spectrum of duties, working as an Account Manager at Head Office, being a vital member of the Accounts Department and most recently overseeing the renovation of our CPS website and IT needs. Our monthly Landlord Newsletter is also another string to his bow. Outside of work Paz is, like most Welsh boys, a huge rugby fan and rarely misses local or international games.

Marvina Elbasani: Customer Care & Account Manager; Marvina is experienced in all aspects of Customer Care and works within the Albany Rd Team to carry out various administration tasks, such as contract signings. Marvina is able to speak several different languages and ensures our non English speaking customers make the right decision. Marvina has taken the brave step of going back to university to study Psychology at Cardiff University, meaning she now works at CPS Homes on a part-time basis. She more than anyone understands the plight of students finding their first home and really works hard to ensure they and their Landlord get off on the right footing.

Danielle Davies: Customer Care & Account Manager; A recent addition to our Albany Rd Team, Danielle has moved from her marketing role within her previous job and settled in well to her new surroundings in Property Management. The business skills acquired in her past role are certainly evident in her professional & customer service orientated manner. Born in Cardiff, she turned a few heads when she announced she was a Manchester United fan through and through, rather than a Cardiff City supporter.

Emilie James: Inspections & Account Manager; Emile Joined CPS Home in August 2009. She has undertaken various administrative duties including signings, maintenance and landlord enquiries. Emilie also ensures that Gas Safety Certificates are up to date on all our letting properties to coincide with legislation.

Adia Fiaz: Account Manager; Adia has been a member of the CPS team since January 2009. Coming from a Pakistani background, Adia is fluent in her native language and is always willing to assist with customers from indo-subcontinent background whenever needed. Having born and brought up in Cardiff, she is well aware of the area and hence tries to provide her best possible input according to customer requirements. Apart from working, she enjoys spending time with her friends and being out and about.

Jessica Jones: Cardiff Bay Manager; Jessica has worked in the Cardiff Bay area for many years, and brings this experience to the Cardiff Bay office as manager. She enjoys all aspects of the housing market especially being out and about on viewings and valuations. Jessica has a sports science degree and has been a personal trainer in the past and keeps the fitness up in her spare time.

Cale Ivins: Accounts Manager; Cale is an enthusiastic member of our maintenance team, liaising with contractors and tenants alike. He ensures any maintenance issue is dealt with quickly and professionally. Cale also deals with utility companies and Cardiff Council on a daily basis, ensuring that tenants are billed for the correct time period and landlords won't receive any bills they shouldn't be paying for. Outside of work Cale enjoys socialising with his friends.

Tom Nolan: Inspections & Accounts Manager; Joined CPS in June 2010. Experienced Assistant Quantity Surveyor for a large international construction company where he gained a HNC in Building Technology & Management. Born and grew up in Cardiff knowing the area really well, also a fluent Welsh speaker. Plays rugby for St Peters RFC 1st XV, has also played rugby in Australia, South Africa and Dubai and represented Wales in Rugby League. â€˜In my spare time enjoy rugby, going to the gym and nights out!â€™

Antony James: Lettings & Inspections Negotiator; Antony is Head of Inspections at our Cardiff Bay Branch. He has also proven he has a good aptitude for Lettings Negotiation. In his spare time he enjoys keeping fit at the gym.

Matthew Humphreys: Accounts; Originally from Wiltshire, where Matthew spent most of his life, where he eventually came to Cardiff University as a student studying economics. After enjoying his time so much here he decided to relocate permanently. Matthew's interests include socialising with his friends and playing numerous sports. Football and rugby are his main sports and he is a big fan of Arsenal and Bath.

Robyn Ivins: Lettings & Inspections Negotiator; Robyn joined CPS Homes in January 2010. She is very willing to help prospective and current tenants in all aspects of letting enquiries. She enjoys swimming and dancing in her spare time and has an ambition to go travelling.

Stephanie Bircham: Sales Negotiator; Stephanie is a recent addition the sales team, she moved to CPS Homes from one of our competitors with a vast amount of experience in sales and the buying process. She is originally from Somerset and in her spare time enjoys spending time with friends and family, going to the gym and watching football (especially being an Arsenal fan).

Barrie James: Consultant; Barrie advises clients on everything from the buying the right property; renovating it to suit the market, to incorporating Council Regulations and ensuring the right investment return.

Emma Quin MARLA: Consultant; Emma has worked as part of the CPS Homes Team since it opened in 2000. She has dealt with all aspects of Property Management from Lettings & Maintenance to advising overseas landlords on tax regulations. Emma uses the financial skills gained from her Economics degree to ensure the smooth running of the business and our clients rental accounts. Emma is one of our Financial Directors and is always on hand to assist staff and Branch Managers with advice.

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