With over 35 years of experience in residential and commercial real estate, Cheryl Mattison brings unmatched expertise in property management, development, leadership, and contract documentation to Westcal Management. Her philosophy is simple: manage every property as if it were her own. Leading by example, she upholds the highest standards, ensuring flexibility, availability, and top-tier service for clients.
“We take tremendous care of our clients, residents, employees, vendors, and assets—both physically and financially. We don’t aim to be the biggest, only the best.” – Cheryl Mattison
As a property management expert, Cheryl excels in:
- Due diligence for acquisitions
- Positioning properties for sale
- Overseeing physical renovations
- Optimizing market rents through strategic marketing
- Budget control & risk management
- Long-term property planning
In addition to her expertise in multi-family property management, Cheryl has extensive experience working with homeowners’ associations, office, retail, and industrial properties. Her background in commercial development and legal documentation makes her an invaluable asset in managing Westcal’s commercial portfolio.
A Career Built on Excellence in Real Estate
Cheryl began her career in 1980 with a Southern California development firm specializing in retail and resort properties, contributing to projects such as the redevelopment of Lake Arrowhead Village. She later joined The Irvine Company, specializing in legal documentation for shopping centers, office buildings, industrial properties, and ground leases.
She went on to manage 500,000 square feet of office, retail, and industrial space for Jaeger Development in Beverly Hills, then expanded her leadership at Capital Investment Properties, where she established a full-service maintenance division. In 1990, she joined Woodmont Real Estate Services as Vice President, launching their Sacramento regional office and growing the portfolio to over 2 million square feet of commercial space and 1,200 multi-family units.
Building Westcal Management’s Success
Cheryl first joined Westcal Management in 1985, then returned in 1998, working closely with Michael Force to expand the company’s management portfolio to over 6,000 units. Her vision led to the creation of Westcal’s full-service Maintenance/Construction division, ensuring cost-effective property renovations and upkeep—a major benefit for Westcal’s clients.
With a hands-on approach and a commitment to excellence, Cheryl Mattison continues to drive exceptional property performance and client success at Westcal Management.
