OUR TEAM
City National 2CAL is managed by CIM Group Our office is located on the 22nd floor in Suite 2230. Normal business hours are from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Our Property Management staff is here to assist you in coordinating with our departments to make sure your needs as a tenant are met. If you would like to visit our offices or if you have any questions, please contact us; we look forward to working with you. Hover your cursor over each photo for more information.
Property Management | (213)625-3525
Toni Reed has over 25 years of Property Management experience. She began her career as a Property Manager for a small group of investors in Beverly Hills, managing a diverse portfolio of commercial properties in Southern California. Since then, Toni has managed several premier high rise and mixed-use properties in Downtown Los Angeles, such as Two California Plaza (1999-2001), Union Bank Plaza, USC (formerly AT&T) Center and most recently, the Wilshire Grand Center. As the first member of the onsite property management team for the Wilshire Grand Center, Toni was responsible for hiring the engineering, security and management teams and ensuring the smooth transition from construction to startup of the base building and systems that support the 900-room Intercontinental Downtown Los Angeles Hotel, and the Office and Retail portions of the project.
Toni Reed
Associate Vice President, General Manager
treed@cimgroup.com
Maria’s responsibilities include management of customer relations, tenant service and property access requests, tenant and vendor insurance requirements, tenant emergency contacts and communication, overseeing of the property mail boxes, electrical vehicle charger accounts, and bike room access. Maria began working for CIM Group in August 2016. Prior to joining CIM, Maria worked for Allied Universal Security Services as an administrative assistant and security officer.
Maria Gonzalez
Property Coordinator
mgonzalez@cimgroup.com
Vincent is charged with managing the daily operations of the Property. He focuses on building services, maintenance, contract management, tenant relations, and works closely with your office managers, contractors, construction managers and our in-house service providers. Prior to joining CIM Group in 2016, Vincent served as the City National Plaza Security Director for 5 years and earned High-Rise Fire Life Safety Certificate of Fitness from the Los Angeles City Fire Department. Vincent holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from University of La Verne, a certificate in Human Resources Management from UCLA and is a United States Navy veteran with over 26-years of active duty service.
Vincent O’Bannon
Property Manager
vobannon@cimgroup.com
Ailin’s responsibilities include billing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit and collections functions. Ailin has been working in City National 2CAL for over 4 years. Prior to joining CIM in 2014, Ailin already had over ten years of extensive and hands-on experience in general accounting for commercial property management teams. From 2007-2014 she worked at MPG Office Trust as a Project Revenue Accountant and earned her Bachelor of Science in Tourism Business Management from the University of the Philippines.
Ailin Adano
Staff Accountant
aadano@cimgroup.com
Engineering | (213)290-9605
Guillermo manages all facets of the property’s 24/7 engineering department. He is responsible for all aspects of the building system maintenance programs and review of all mechanical, electrical, plumbing and architectural plans for tenant and building improvement projects. Guillermo began his career at City National 2CAL as an engineering apprentice when the building first opened in 1992 and now has over 26 years of engineering and building specific experience. Guillermo also has Bachelor of Science in Biology from Cal State University, Los Angeles.
Guillermo Avila
Chief Engineer
gavila@ug2.com
Art is responsible for all aspects of elevator and escalators operations for the Property. He is actively involved in all equipment upgrade and repair projects, periodic maintenance requirements, annual inspections, system controls and programming. Art has over 20 years of experience as an elevator technician and has maintained equipment at City National Plaza, Wells Fargo and Bank of America Towers. Art has also completed over five years of technical and mechanical training through the Otis Elevator certification programs and is a member of the International Union of Elevator Constructors.
Art Melonese
Elevator Technician
DeVon is responsible for multiple aspects related to engineering at City National 2 Cal, including the building systems, day to day operations, and implementing energy management opportunities where possible. He prides himself on bridging the mechanical aspect of this Class A High Rise with unparalleled tenant service. DeVon has dedicated over a decade to this site and has over 15 years’ experience in the industry. He has earned an AA in Liberal Arts and has completed a formal apprenticeship program with International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 501.
DeVon Armstrong
Assistant Chief Engineer
darmstrong@ug2.com
As the Administrative Assistant to the Engineering Management Team, Lilliana’s responsibilities include departmental material and equipment purchasing, project scheduling, payroll management, coordination of departmental work orders and building system preventative maintenance requirements. She is a member International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 501 and is continuing her education in accounting.
Liliana Nunez
Administrative Assistant
lnunez@ug2.com
security | (213)290-9613
Michael has a combined 20+ years of service in the Fire Life Safety and Security services industry. Previously working as a medic and serving the public in emergency services with companies such as Universal Studios and The Walt Disney Company, Michael transitioned to downtown moving into the commercial high rise environment in 2007, with Allied Universal. Michael has an Associates Degree in Fire Technology and was awarded the Officer of the Year by ASIS in 2014. He has been involved with numerous fire safety and security system upgrades, while working closely with retail and high-rise tenants focusing on building personal and professional relationships addressing all of their security and safety needs.
Michael Starkey
Director of Security
mstarkey@cimgroup.com
Eric oversees all phases of day-to-day security operations, including coordination of security staffing and the hiring process. Eric comes to us with over 15 years of experience in the security industry, working in high-rise buildings, retail centers, hotels, and upscale residential communities in the Downtown LA area.
Eric Martinez
Assistant Director of Security
eric.martinez@aus.com
Jenissen assists the Security Management team in all phases of the day to day operations. She coordinates security staffing, freight elevator and loading dock reservations, payroll and tenant access card requests. Prior to assuming the Administrative Assistant position, Jenissen served as a City National 2CAL security professional.
Jenissen Bonilla
Administrative Assistant
Jenissen.bonilla@aus.com
parking & shuttle | (213)687-2010
Johnny oversees all the operational and financial aspects of the parking garage including the valet and shuttle services programs. Johnny joined City National 2CAL in December of 2016. Prior to joining the property, Johnny managed the Figat7th and Ernst & Young garage for nine years. He has over 30-years of experience in the parking industry and holds a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology from the University of Phoenix.
Johnny Bermeo
Parking Manager
juan.bermeo@abm.com
Rafael’s responsibilities include managing all the daily aspects of parking. Rafael has been with ABM parking services for 10 years, and his expertise include customer and stakeholder relations, expense/report managing, supervising and training staff, parking revenue equipment, along with managing daily operations and shuttle maintenance.
Rafael Menendez
Assistant Parking Manager
rafael.menendez@abm.com
environmental services | (213) 223 7524
Jerry manages all aspects the Property’s cleanliness and recycling programs including the day, night, and weekend cleaning teams. Jerry works closely with the Office and Facility Managers to ensure all tenant suites are exceptionally maintained. Prior to joining City National 2CAL in 2018, Jerry managed large ABM Janitorial Service projects in the entertainment environment including DreamWorks Studios, Paramount Studios and recently Dodger Stadium. Jerry brings a wealth of experience, industry knowledge and great customer service skills to the Property.
Jerry Ramirez
Project Manager
jerry.ramirez@abm.com
emergency numbers
Fire/Rescue/Police: 911
LAPD Non-Emergency Number: (877) 275-5273
Security: (213) 290-9613 (after hours)