Your Success Team

OUR VISION

We Unlock Vertical Potential

OUR MISSION

The SCALE  Model

We unlock maximum potential for our residents with the Superior Community Apartment Living Experience (SCALE™) and are the most sought-after partner in the multifamily industry.

OUR VALUES

The Vertical Way™

Be In Gratitude (BIG)

Go BIG in all circumstances.

Be Intentional

Invest in people and everyone we impact.

Be Inspiring

Educate, motivate, and empower others to achieve their fullest potential.

Be Transparent

Communicate openly and do what we say we’ll do.

Be Relentless

Challenge the status quo, even when things are working.

Managing Partners

Steven Louie

Managing Partner

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Kiyoshi Simon CPA, MST

Managing Partner

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Kiyoshi is responsible for directing and overseeing the financials and economic position of Vertical Street Ventures. In addition to being one of the partners, Kiyoshi is the founder of the CPA branch – Vertical Street Ventures CPA, LLP. As a CPA and real estate investor, Kiyoshi brings over a decade of tax planning expertise in working specifically with high net-worth individuals and real estate investors, professionals, and investment firms. 

Kiyoshi began his career working for a private real estate investment firm during college, where he focused on finance and accounting measures and strategy for multifamily investments in the Los Angeles area.  Kiyoshi went on to develop his tax and accounting expertise at a boutique real estate tax firm in Irvine while pursuing his Masters in Taxation degree.  Prior to joining Vertical Street Ventures, Kiyoshi was a Real Estate Tax Manager of a Top 20 International CPA firm. With his rich experience in real estate investment and public accounting, Kiyoshi understands the benefit of strategic tax planning as both an investor and advisor. 

Kiyoshi received his Bachelor of Arts degree from UCLA and a Masters in Taxation degree from California State University, Fullerton.  In his spare time, Kiyoshi enjoys trying new restaurants, competing in athletic events, and struggling at golf.  He is married to his college sweetheart Tiffany and resides in Huntington Beach, CA.  

Jenny Gou

Managing Partner

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Kyle Mitchell

Managing Partner

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