Whitney Benzian

Realtor, Douglas Elliman / Trusted Community Relations Advisor/ Strategic Connector / Govt Relations Expert

Coronado, California, United States

About

Hello, Thank you for taking the time to find me on LinkedIn. I am very much looking forward to connecting with you and seeing how I can support your goals and business networking. I look forward to working with you! All the best, Whitney Whitney Benzian | [email protected] | 619.261.5374

Experience

  • Member Board of Directors at San Diego County Regional Airport Authority
    Jan 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 6 mos

  • Professional Realtor at Douglas Elliman Real Estate
    Dec 2014 - Present · 11 yrs 7 mos

  • California Apartment Association (Full-time · 10 yrs 10 mos)
    • Vice President
      Apr 2011 - Dec 2021 · 10 yrs 9 mos

    • Executive Director
      Mar 2011 - Dec 2021 · 10 yrs 10 mos

      The California Apartment Association is the nation’s largest statewide trade group representing owners, investors, developers, managers and suppliers of apartment communities. Our staff — based in Sacramento and with strategic hubs throughout California — includes experts in rental housing law, legal analysts, state and local lobbyists, member-service representatives and media-outreach specialists. For more than 70 years, CAA has served apartment owners and managers through tireless work in public affairs, education and customer service. We represent the ethical members of the rental housing industry in all aspects of government affairs within the state of California, and we provide information, products and services which contribute to the success of their businesses. Strategic Advisor to CEO on rental housing issues for Southern California. Direct and coordinate public affairs program for membership. Develop Multifamily housing business forecasting programs. Fundraise and manage Political Action Committee.

  • Mayor Pro Tem at City of Coronado
    Nov 2016 - Dec 2020 · 4 yrs 2 mos

  • Instructor at UCSD Extension
    Jul 2010 - 2012 · 1 yr 7 mos

    The mission of UC San Diego Extended Studies and Public Programs is to serve the critical lifelong knowledge and skill development needs of individuals, organizations, and the community. We do this through continuing education and degree-related programs; community initiatives that support economic and social development; and through a wide array of public service lectures, forums, and special events delivered on campus, at off-campus sites, and through print, internet, radio, and television. •Teach Business Communications Skills course •Created course themed around Corporate Social Responsibility and leadership.