About Nicksain Kalaimathian
Canadian-based Nicksain Kalaimathian is a visionary and serial entrepreneur who has focused on real estate, property management, and technology over the last five-plus years. He successfully built and sold Birks Asset Management, a property management and real estate provider based in Toronto and one of the fastest-growing companies in the industry.
Today, Nicksain owns a custom home-building company, NK Homes, making dream homes a reality for his Toronto clients. Nicksain Kalaimathian has also built a tech company from the ground up that’s set to be a game-changing startup.
Outside of real estate and technology, Nicksain’s passion lies in music and the arts, mainly when working with promising local artists and connecting those talents with the resources they need to realize their love. Nicksain strives to fund projects that enable success and position artists to realize their full potential.
Nicksain Kalaimathian’s Success in Property Management, Real Estate, and Custom Home Building.
Founder of Birks Asset Management
Nicksain began his journey as a business owner when he founded Birks Asset Management, which provides tailored services for property owners and tenants. Under his leadership, the company thrived, building an impeccable reputation for professionalism and responsiveness.
He offered efficient property management solutions designed to provide exceptional client results. These solutions include leasing; utilizing a customized tenant screening process to identify and secure suitable tenants; rent collection; financial management with monthly and annual financial reports to update clients on their investments; property inspection; general maintenance, which involves collaborating with highly skilled trade professionals to perform maintenance tasks within clients’ budgets and coordinating with preferred contractors when requested; and serving as the point of contact.
From the outset, Nicksain’s goal with Birks Asset Management was to provide services that maximize a property’s potential. He succeeded in doing so, and in 2023, after years of consistent growth, he sold the business, marking a significant milestone in his entrepreneurial journey. Today, the firm manages over $40 million in assets for both national and international clients.
His Entrée into Custom Home Building
His passion for real estate did not stop with Birks Asset Management’s success. Nicksain Kalaimathian expanded into property investment and development, taking on custom home-building projects throughout the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) by forming NK Homes.
With years of property management experience across diverse residential projects, Nicksain and his team bring a refined design aesthetic, deep industry insights, extensive resources, and exceptional craftsmanship that consistently exceeds client expectations. He approaches each custom build as an art piece, focusing on craftsmanship and design that reflects his clients’ visions.
Nicksain’s effective leadership and clear communication are key to guiding a custom home project from concept to completion. The company’s expertise runs across all trade areas, from new construction to complex renovations, ensuring seamless execution and outstanding results for its clients.
Nicksain Kalaimathian’s finance insights are also highly valued in the property management and custom home-building sectors.
Nicksain’s Impact on FinTech and Technology
Nicksain has experience building teams that help with small app development, UI/UX, and design work. He has also worked on financial applications.
He also provides a wide range of technology consulting services, including strategic planning, project management, and team structuring, helping clients navigate the complex landscape of technology development and startup growth.
Early in His Career
Nicksain started off his career in sales in 2011. His early sales experience gave him the essential skills to generate revenue for a new business directly. He developed the skills to understand customer needs, effectively communicate value, close deals, and drive business growth. His strong sales background helped him as he moved into other sectors and eventually started his own companies, confidently pitching ideas to investors, navigating market challenges, and building customer relationships – all integral to his long-term success.
He later worked in the banking industry, where he was responsible for tech support and helping to manage the customer experience.
In 2018, Nicksain embarked on his entrepreneurial journey and formed Birks Asset Management.
Always looking to create and seize opportunities, Nicksain continues working on countless other projects, helping with growth and strategy in industries ranging from tech to automotive and residential real estate.
Philanthropic Engagement
Integral to Nicksain’s entrepreneurial success is his commitment to giving back to his community. He recognizes that part of his success is rooted in the support of the communities he has served. He understands that he can help create opportunities for future strong communities by supporting education and local initiatives. Giving back is also a way for Nicksain to express his gratitude and leave a positive impact beyond profits.
One example of Nickain’s community involvement is his key role in the South Asian and Asian Public Services (SAAPS) organization, collaborating with law enforcement agencies in the Toronto, York, and Peel regions. Through his partnership, Nicksain helped host events to support at-risk youth, providing them with positive experiences and growth opportunities.
