Jo Wise Email & Phone Number

Dayton, Ohio Area

As the Executive Director of the Greater Dayton Apartment Association, a non-profit trade organization, I am the principal staff person with the responsibility of the management of the office of the Association. I serve as the chief executive officer, recommend and participate in the formulation of new policies and make decisions within existing policies and as they have been approved by the Board of Directors.Develop day-to-day administration, specific policies, procedures, and programs to implement the general policies established by the Board of Directors.Recruit, hire, train and motivate staff personnel. Responsible for the development and implementation of personnel policies.Keep the Board of Directors fully informed on the conditions and operations of the Association and on all important factors influencing them. Responsible for carrying out the directives of the Board and committees in the area of planning, promotion, and administration of all official meetings and activities of the GDAA. Executes all decisions of the Board of DirectorsPlan, and maintain public relations programs with GDAA members, oversee website, outreach and all social media outlets.Coordinate, helps plan, budget, and implement the following events with corresponding committee chairpersons. Negotiates contracts for locations, solicits sponsorships, and coordinates with committees for speakers as needed for various events and meetings. Trade Show, Board Meetings, General Membership Meetings, Golf Outings, Educational offerings. Monitor and inform the membership of legislative issues affecting the multi-housing industry on the local, state, and national levels.Recruit and retain GDAA membership.Promote interest and active participation in the Association’s activities. Maintain the Association's website, and all outreach and social media

from the chic to the uniqueSpecialty shop in Historic Downtown Lebanon, OH painted furniture, unique accessories decorating etc.

Lebanon, Oh

Oversee the daily operations for Main Street Lebanon and collaborate with the Board of Directors to develop positive strategies for the economic vitality and historic preservation of the downtownEvent planning, marketing and fundraisingCreated new events that resulted in 40% increase in revenueIncreased membership by 38%Excellent interpersonal and volunteer coordination skillsWork with all levels of government and community stakeholdersExceptional communication and public-speaking Responsible for social media, website content, developing marketing materials and press releases

Lebanon, Ohio

Own and operate a specialty retail shop in Historic LebanonStrong marketing and merchandising Excellent customer service spirit to ensure a unique shopping experienceManage merchandising to optimize selling space and maximize selling potentialAccountable for total business operationsSpecialize in Interior decorating and redesignGenerated new business through internet and other media marketingGrew business from 1500 sq. ft. to 3000 sq. ft. increasing monthly revenue by 65%Winner of Cincy Magazine- Best of the North, 2013- 2014, 2015- 2016

Recruit and train Real Estate Sales Professionals

CEO of the office. Hired managed and trained support staffRecruited new and veteran Real Estate AgentsCounseled agents to achieve professional goalsDeveloped a contact management planDeveloped Marketing and training seminars

Achieved top 10% of Sales Associates in the office within the first 12 months of salesAssisted buyers and sellers with their Real Estate needsWorked with relocation clients to find housing in the areaImplemented marketing materialsDeveloped client retention and referral programs

Directed, supervised and coordinated the activities of the District Managers, Compliance Officer, Administrative Assistant and Property ManagersResponsible for the total operations of the Company portfolio: 13 residential communities 2134 units Senior Housing, Market Rate, Section 42 LIHTC and mix propertiesCreated policies, procedures and programs for the management companyDeveloped and compliance of annual budgets and business plansTransformed cash poor properties into cash flow communities

Columbus, Ohio Area

Responsible for the total operations of 11 fee managed residential communitiesDirect, supervise and coordinate the activities of 11 Property ManagersIncreased and stabilized physical and economic occupancy of portfolioDevelop annual budgets and business plans for each propertyResponsible for monthly asset performance reviews, profit and loss and budget compliance

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