Diona came to Brighton Corporation in the spring of 2006, specializing in property and asset management. Her professional career includes experience in office, retail and industrial portfolios, as well as commercial development.
She has earned the professional designation of Real Property Administrator (RPA) from the Building Owners and Managers Institute (BOMI), awarded based on stringent education and experience requirements. BOMI requires ongoing education credits in order to maintain the designation. Diona is currently enrolled in an education program through the International Counsel of Shopping Centers (ICSC).
Beginning in 1987 as manager for a multi-location portfolio for a national asset management company, Diona has always enjoyed daily interaction with tenants and clients. Her portfolio grew to include office and industrial properties in multiple states with both national and local clients. Since 1996, Diona has worked with local developers and enjoys the challenge of being part of the development process for the assets under her management. She has earned a reputation of being both a problem-solver and a diplomat, and many successful transactions have been attributed to her strong communication skills.
Diona is a member of Building Owner's and Manager's Association (BOMA) and the International Counsel of Shopping Centers (ICSC).
She lives in Boise with her husband, and has two grown daughters, three grandchildren and Yorkshire Terriers. Diona enjoys camping, bike riding, running, flying a private plane with her husband and spending time with her family.
