Carey Dougherty
St. Augustine,Florida
Summary
Seasoned real estate executive with extensive experience managing large-scale portfolios (10k - 22k units), enhancing asset value, and driving operational efficiencies. Known for fostering high-performing teams, implementing strategic initiatives, and building a culture of accountability and growth with a commitment to financial growth and impact-focused property management.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Vice President/Regional Manager
ZRS Management
01.2017 - Current
- Portfolio Expansion: Overseeing 34 assets with 9,111 units across Central and Northern Florida, expanded the region from 3 assets in 2017 to 34 assets over seven years
- Operational Leadership: Manages financial performance, team development, and operational standards across a diverse portfolio, ensuring alignment with organizational goals
- Value-Add Strategies: Led CapEx projects and introduced enhancements that increase resident satisfaction, rental rates, and overall asset value
Vice President of Operations
Monument Real Estate Services
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Strategic Direction: Guided operational teams across the portfolio, aligning annual business plans with corporate objectives and maximizing asset performance through ongoing financial analysis
President of Property Management
Elite Street Capital
01.2016 - 12.2017
- Company Establishment: Launched the property management division, setting up operational protocols, training programs, and CapEx plans, overseeing a smooth transition for 17 new assets
Vice President of Operations
Invitation Homes – Single Family Home Management
01.2015 - 12.2016
- Portfolio Optimization: Directed single-family home operations, focusing on revenue generation and operational efficiency, ensuring high standards across property maintenance and tenant satisfaction
Western Regional Vice President
Cottonwood Residential
01.2013 - 12.2015
- Portfolio Oversight: Managed 52 assets (13,883 units) across multiple states, coordinating asset repositioning and value enhancement to support revenue goals and property growth
Regional Vice President
Bell Partners
01.2013 - 12.2013
- Operational Efficiency: Supervised a regional team managing 30 properties, ensuring budget alignment and strategic execution across operations and capital improvement projects
Regional Vice President / Regional Manager
BH Management Services
01.2002 - 12.2013
- High-Volume Portfolio Management: Supervised a portfolio of up to 22,000 units (60 assets) over a decade, driving operational and financial performance
- Revenue Optimization: Designed, implemented, and managed a cost-effective revenue management program utilized extensively before transitioning to a third-party enhancement tool
Regional Manager
Trammell Crow Residential Services
07.1999 - 10.2002
- Portfolio Growth: Oversaw luxury lease-up properties and managed DCR testing, positioning properties for sale and overseeing tenant satisfaction initiatives
National Technical Trainer / Assistant VP, Regional Manager / Business Manager / Assistant Manager / Leasing Consultant
Lincoln Property Company
01.1982 - 12.1999
- Leadership Development: Established national training programs and progressed to Assistant VP, overseeing operational integrity across the Mid-Atlantic region and reducing turnover rates
Skills
- Financial Strategy
- Asset Growth
- Revenue Optimization
- Cost Control
- CapEx Planning
- Team Leadership
- Talent Empowerment
- Mentoring
- High-Performing Teams
- Resident-Centric Service
- Analytics
- Operational Excellence
- Decision-Making
- Ethical Property Management
- Impact-Driven Management
- Community Engagement
Achievements
- Texas Apartment Association, Vice President at Large, 2012 – 2015
- Apartment Association of Greater Dallas, Vice President; Vice Chair of Legislative Committee, 2014 – 2015
- Regional Manager of the Year, First Coast Apartment Association, 2019
- Regional Manager of the Year, Coastal Georgia Apartment Association, 2019
- Regional Manager of the Year, ZRS, 2022
- Corporate Executive of the Year, First Coast Apartment Association, 2024
Timeline
Regional Vice President/Regional Manager
ZRS Management
01.2017 - Current
Vice President of Operations
Monument Real Estate Services
01.2017 - 12.2017
President of Property Management
Elite Street Capital
01.2016 - 12.2017
Vice President of Operations
Invitation Homes – Single Family Home Management
01.2015 - 12.2016
Western Regional Vice President
Cottonwood Residential
01.2013 - 12.2015
Regional Vice President
Bell Partners
01.2013 - 12.2013
Regional Vice President / Regional Manager
BH Management Services
01.2002 - 12.2013
Regional Manager
Trammell Crow Residential Services
07.1999 - 10.2002
National Technical Trainer / Assistant VP, Regional Manager / Business Manager / Assistant Manager / Leasing Consultant
Lincoln Property Company
01.1982 - 12.1999
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