Windsor Management

We've all heard the saying, "Better the devil you know than the devil you don’t." But when it comes to managing your commercial assets, settling for less isn’t an option. In our latest article, we dive into the common concerns that property owners face and how we address issues like financial transparency, responsiveness, and effective communication. #PropertyManagement #WindsorManagement #RealEstate #Transition #CommercialRealEstate

Friday Spotlight: Tyler Collins CFO of Windsor Management Words from Tyler: “I started my career as an infantry officer in the Marine Corps. There were many reasons, but it was a combination of duty to our country, 'why not me?', and the desire to be challenged, enabled by an impromptu application while bored at a summer internship. I am very thankful for my time and learned and grew immensely in four years.  I left the Marine Corps when I was recruited by two close friends to a private equity firm, HCI Equity The leadership that the Marines taught me, coupled with the business skills that HCI taught me, equipped me with the background to work with Windsor. Both were indispensable. In 2019, Elizabeth and I became business partners. A common misconception that people have when they learn that I am the son of the President and Founder, Elizabeth, is that they often assume I either always knew I would join Windsor, or I tried to resist it and finally caved. It was neither. While, over the years, Elizabeth and I had talked about Windsor, I never actually considered working here.  As I approached my fourth year at HCI, there were changes coming to the firm. I spent over eight months thinking through various futures, never taking action. Once the idea hit, less than two weeks later, Elizabeth and I had a plan to partner together. Building on the foundation and reputation that Elizabeth created, we knew we could grow the company. As an Infantry Officer in the Marine Corps, I had a duty to my platoon and company to prepare us in the event of battle. Windsor is not the Marines. It’s a different type of battle. Being responsible for blazing the trail as we grow sometimes feels like shining a light into a black hole. And that is ok! The Marine Corps screened for, and honed, the ability to deal with uncertainty. It is in my DNA to stare at uncertainty and lead the team out. And that is what both Elizabeth and I enjoy about working at Windsor, we get to – and have to – shine the light for the team. The inability to control large swaths of the future is similar to the uncertainty of battle that the Marine Corps beats into you. Furthermore, the infantry officer inside of me gets to train and lead a team.  While Windsor is not the Marines, my sense of duty to the team remains the same.  It’s my responsibility to the team to ensure that Windsor is a place where they can flourish, develop, and improve. It’s a responsibility I do not take lightly. And it’s a responsibility that I am immensely grateful to have.” #windsormanagement #realestate #propertymanagement

We firmly believe that off-site management outperforms on-site solutions, delivering cost-effective results for building owners. Curious to learn more? Check out our latest article to discover how we can elevate your property management experience! #PropertyManagement #WindsorManagement #RealEstate #Transition #CommercialRealEstate

We are honored to be recognized for the third consecutive year by the San Francisco Business Times as one of the Top Women-Owned Businesses in the Bay Area. This achievement would not have been possible without the dedication and hard work of our incredible Windsor team. I am deeply grateful for their contributions that continue to drive our success. Thank you, team!

Friday Spotlight: Elizabeth Griggs Founder and President of Windsor Management Words from Elizabeth: "I started Windsor Management back in November 2009, naming it after Windsor Road, where I grew up. It felt like the perfect way to honor my roots while embarking on this new journey. Right from the start, with just a small but passionate team of three, I was driven by a simple goal: to provide exceptional service. We built Windsor's reputation on being responsive, detail-focused, and, above all, client-centered. That commitment paid off, as happy clients began recommending us to their friends and other property owners. It felt rewarding to see the impact we were making. By 2019, we had grown into a strong, tight-knit team of eight. That year was especially meaningful because my son, Tyler, joined the company. With his background as a Marine infantry officer and experience in private equity, we brought our strengths together to push Windsor to the next level. Since then, we’ve grown from a team of 8 to 32—and we’re still growing. It’s been an incredible journey, and I'm proud to say Windsor Management has been recognized as one of the SF Business Times' Top 100 Fastest Growing Companies in the Bay Area for three consecutive years: 2022, 2023, and 2024. Another highlight for me has been making the SF Business Times' list of the Top 100 Female-Owned Businesses in those same years. And honestly, I feel like this is just the beginning. There's so much more to come."

A candidate asked me today, "What inspires you at Windsor?” My answer: The Team. I am inspired by the team's dedication to each other. I am inspired by the team empowering and mentoring the new hires. I am inspired by the team's pride in their work. Windsor has created an environment where teams can learn from one another, flourish, and grow. And that is what inspires me. (Windsor Management) #windsormanagement

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A candidate asked me what I enjoyed about our team. I stated that our team does not say, "That's not my job.” An example, and an incredibly humiliating one, was when I ordered Catering for the team. The catering was running later than anticipated. We ordered large containers of Thai soup. I rushed to set up, and in rushing, to my absolute horror, I spilled the large containers of soup. They spilled on the counters, all over the floor, on our new chairs, and to further the embarrassment, they spilled on me. My clothes were drenched. In total desperation, I got on the floor and tried to clean up as quickly as possible to spare myself from further embarrassment. An Operations team member walked in and saw the spillage. Without asking, she immediately picked up towels and got on the floor with me to help. Every team member who walked by started to help. Soon, our entire Operations team was in the kitchen helping me clean. Property Managers heard the commotion and began to help. One ran downstairs to ask our business neighbors if we could borrow their mop. The president walked in, and I told her I spilled our Thai order. I apologized and shared my concern about ruining the chairs, and she laughed it off and told me not to worry.   It was horrifying at the moment, but looking back, this characterizes our team—a team willing to go beyond their work to help one another.  Windsor Management #windsormanagement NOTE: Picture is from our FoodBank volunteering event.

A candidate once asked what is something about your company that I cannot find on the website. The answer truly is how much we care. We care about our service. We care about each other. We view ourselves as a team. I assist with recruitment, and I didn't know how easy it was to recruit when you recruit for a company that you believe in. (Windsor Management)