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As the Community Manager for Mercato Grove, I oversee a luxury apartment community comprising 206 apartments, ranging from studios to three-bedroom townhomes. Mercato Grove is not just a place to live; it's a vibrant community that also features 19 retail spaces, including Orange Theory, 100% Chiropractic, Grassa, and CVS.Our property is a beautiful and meticulously maintained environment where we constantly strive to exceed our high standards. At Mercato Grove, we are proud to have a fantastic team of true professionals dedicated to providing exceptional service and ensuring our residents enjoy a superior living experience.My role involves managing daily operations, fostering a sense of community among residents, and ensuring that our property remains a premier destination for luxury living.

North Bethany Ridge is a luxury apartment community featuring 208 units. I had been with this property since its inception, starting during the lease-up process. My journey began as a part-time leasing professional, progressing to a full-time leasing professional, then assistant manager, and ultimately, the community manager.Under my management, North Bethany Ridge became one of the top-rated properties in the state for reputation. Our accomplishments include:2021: Awarded Operational Excellence for communities under 250 units.2022: Awarded Community of the Year for communities under 250 units, Best Online Reputation, and our assistant community manager won Community Manager of the Year.2023: Promoted two assistant managers to community managers.As the Community Manager, I oversaw all aspects of property management, from leasing and maintenance to resident satisfaction and community engagement. Our team consistently aimed to provide an exceptional living experience, maintaining high standards of service and excellence.

As a Leasing Professional at The Club Apartments, a community with 352 units, I transitioned from maintenance to leasing. My background in maintenance proved valuable, providing support for maintenance tasks when needed.This dual expertise in both the maintenance and office aspects of property management has been highly beneficial in my career. It has enabled me to offer comprehensive service to residents, ensuring their needs are met both administratively and operationally. My ability to navigate and excel in both realms has contributed to the smooth operation and high resident satisfaction at The Club Apartments.

At Avana Orenco Station, a distinguished apartment community, I served as a Maintenance Technician for a year with the aspiration of becoming a Maintenance Supervisor. During my tenure, I gained valuable skills and hands-on experience in various aspects of property maintenance, including:Turning apartments to prepare them for new residentsPainting and performing drywall repairsRepairing and installing appliancesHandling lighting and electrical tasksPerforming general maintenance dutiesMy role involved ensuring that the community's maintenance needs were met promptly and efficiently, contributing to a high standard of living for residents. After a year, recognizing my potential and skills in a different capacity, my manager and I decided that I would be better suited for the office side of property management. This led to my transition into leasing, where I could further develop my career in property management.