Baton Rouge, LA, October 6, 2020 – Barker Property Management and Commercial Real Estate earned the AMO® (Accredited Management Organization) accreditation from IREM (Institute of Real Estate Management). Barker Property Management joins an exclusive group of nearly 600 real estate management companies world-wide that have met the requirements to earn this distinction.
AMOs demonstrate strong financial performance, outstanding leadership, and adhere to a Code of Professional Ethics strictly enforced by IREM to maintain integrity beyond reproach. Accreditation as an AMO requires firms to follow best practices in real estate management, demonstrating that they meet standards and functions related to operations and service. Property owners can be assured that an AMO will put their interests first. Barker Property Management joins only 6 other AMO-accredited companies headquartered in Louisiana and is one of only two located in the Baton Rouge region.
“I am honored to have Barker Property Management receive such a distinguished accreditation,” said Founder and President, Branden Barker. “Our team works hard to provide honest and excellent service. Doing what’s in the best interest of our clients has always been and will continue to be our first priority.”
“The AMO accreditation sets the standard in property management excellence for firms of all sizes. Our AMOs lead the industry in conduct and unmatched client service,” says Chip Watts, CPM®, CCIM, IREM 2021 International President, and President of Watts Realty Co., Inc., AMO®. “We congratulate Barker Property Management on this accomplishment, and welcome them into this exclusive group of property management firms.”
For more information about Barker Property Management and Commercial Real Estate, visit barkerbr.com.
About Barker Property Management and Commercial Real Estate
Founded in 2017, Barker Property Management and Commercial Real Estate brings knowledge, experience and professionalism in managing clients’ assets to ensure the highest possible return on investment. Founder and President Branden Barker is the only industry expert in Louisiana to have earned the three prestigious designations of Certified Property Manager®, Certified Commercial Investment Member and Certified Shopping Center Manager. Branden Barker boasts more than 17 years of experience in the commercial real estate industry, including management, selling and leasing, and in 2018 he was named Certified Property Manager of the Year by the Institute of Real Estate Management. Barker Property Management and Commercial Real Estate is proud to support many philanthropic organizations such as Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge Area Chamber, Kids’ Orchestra and Forum 225. Learn more at www.barkerbr.com/about.