Braintree, New Bedford, Lawrence, MA (August 20, 2026) – The Peabody Companies, a group of award-winning property management and real estate firms now celebrating its 50th anniversary, proudly announces that two administrative assistants have achieved Certified Professional of Occupancy (CPO) designation through the National Affordable Housing Management Association (NAHMA).

The following newly certified CPOs have successfully completed the comprehensive program for affordable housing property management staff and are proficient in U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD)) occupancy regulations and compliance standards:

• Kelsey Alvarado of New Bedford, Massachusetts, joined The Peabody Companies in November of 2024 and is the administrative assistant at Olympia Towers and Young House Apartments in New Bedford 
• Kimberly Oliveras of Lawrence, Massachusetts, joined The Peabody Companies in May of 2025 and is the administrative assistant at Lowell Belvidere Apartments 

“Kelsey and Kimberly have demonstrated exceptional initiative in mastering HUD’s occupancy standards,” said Erin Simas, learning & development manager with The Peabody Companies. “Their commitment to professional growth reflects both dedication and a desire to support our communities with excellence.”