Our Team
B Squared Management is built on the expertise and dedication of professionals who have spent careers mastering California's business landscape. Every client benefits from our collective knowledge and shared commitment to excellence.
Brian Collins
Commercial Broker | Chief Compliance Officer
Brian Collins is a licensed commercial real estate broker (DRE #01328261) and SIOR designee with over 20 years of experience in California's most demanding business environments. He holds a Master of Science in Construction Management and a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from UC Berkeley, giving him a rare technical foundation that distinguishes his approach to both real estate and compliance work. Brian served as Chief Compliance Officer for a vertically integrated operation spanning cultivation, retail, distribution, and Type 7 volatile solvent manufacturing — one of the most complex regulatory footprints in California. In that role, he managed the full lifecycle of compliance: from initial application submittals and local zoning approvals to building permits, OSHA compliance, fire and life safety inspections, and certificate of occupancy. His firsthand experience navigating state and local agency requirements across multiple license types makes him an exceptional resource for businesses seeking to build or expand their regulated operations with confidence.
Areas of Expertise
- Commercial Real Estate (Leases & Acquisitions)
- Chief Compliance Officer — Cultivation, Retail, Distribution, Type 7
- Application Submittals & Licensing
- Building Permits, Zoning & Occupancy
- OSHA & Fire/Life Safety Compliance
- Operational Buildouts
Brian Mas
Chief Executive Officer
Brian Mas leads B Squared Management as Chief Executive Officer, setting the firm's strategic direction and overseeing all client engagements across California. Brian brings deep operational experience gained from directly managing a licensed volatile solvent Type 7 manufacturing and distribution operation — one of the most technically demanding and heavily regulated license types in the state. His hands-on background encompasses the full operational spectrum: receiving and managing inventory, coordinating product testing and quality assurance, project planning and buildout oversight, ERP system implementation, and accounting and tax preparation. This ground-level expertise gives Brian an uncommon ability to advise clients not just on compliance and strategy, but on the day-to-day operational realities that determine whether a regulated business thrives or struggles. His commitment to client success and relentless drive for results define the B Squared standard.
Areas of Expertise
- Executive Leadership & Strategic Planning
- Type 7 Volatile Solvent Manufacturing Operations
- Inventory Management & Product Testing
- ERP Implementation & Accounting
- Tax Preparation & Financial Reporting
- Project Planning & Operational Buildouts
David A. Irving
Acquisitions Broker
David A. Irving is a seasoned acquisitions professional with a proven track record of identifying and securing opportunities for California businesses. His expertise spans market analysis, deal structuring, and partnership development across a diverse range of industries. David's strategic mindset and relationship-driven approach have helped clients unlock new markets, forge key partnerships, and build sustainable competitive advantages throughout the state.
Areas of Expertise
- Acquisitions & Deal Structuring
- Market Analysis
- Partnership Development
- Revenue Optimization
Our Core Values
Integrity
We operate with complete transparency and honesty in every client relationship. Our advice is always in your best interest — not ours.
Expertise
We invest continuously in our knowledge of California's regulatory landscape so you don't have to. Our expertise is your competitive advantage.
Partnership
We don't just advise — we partner. Your success is our success, and we're with you through every challenge and milestone.