Braintree, and Brockton, MA (April 15, 2026) – The Peabody Companies, a group of award-winning property management and real estate firms now celebrating its 50th anniversary, is pleased to announce that Lily Valencia of Lowell, Massachusetts, has received Certified Professional of Occupancy (CPO) designation through the National Affordable Housing Management Association (NAHMA).

As such, she has successfully completed the comprehensive program for affordable housing property management staff.

Valencia, who joined The Peabody Companies in January of 2024, is the property manager at Merrimack Valley Apartments in Methuen, Massachusetts. 

“CPO certification validates expertise in the field of security and achieving it indicates a strong understanding of modern security principles, techniques, and practices,” Erin Simas, learning and development manager with The Peabody Companies. “The entire Peabody community extends its congratulations to Lily on this professional accomplishment.”