COURTENAY – In 2013, Proline Management Ltd. created a five-year plan that involved expanding into the Courtenay/Comox/Campbell River market. On November 1, 2018, the company’s fourth office opened its doors in Courtenay.
Proline is a local family-owned property management firm that manages over 10,000 units across Vancouver Island. Founded 32 years ago, they are continuing to grow, offering a unique education-focussed approach to the industry.
“We’re very excited about this new office, which will allow us to bring our high level of service to the Comox Valley and surrounding area,” says Proline President Andy Spurling.
The new branch is managed by Russell Tibbles, who has a strong relationship with the community.
“We knew that if we were going to move into the area, we needed somebody who has a deep connection to the community,” says Spurling. “Russell has lived in Comox 15 years, and was running a large development company in Victoria.
“After he finished his last major development, he invited me out for coffee and brought up the idea of working for us in the Comox Valley. We ended up hiring Russell to get things going in the area, starting in September. After he gained some traction, we opened up the office, and have been very well-received by the community.”
The company has created a number of in-house education sessions that they run at no cost to their clients. These sessions help clients understand the industry better and find information that they need to serve their communities.
“We bring a relentless focus on client education and client understanding,” says Spurling. “It’s a foundational principle of our organization. We are passionate about seeing strata corporations as more than just a business entity. They are a community. With a network of over 10,000 units, we have been able to help clients get a better understanding of best practices and assist in creating thriving communities.”
