CLARISA CASTOR

Experienced real estate management professional with over 24 years of expertise in commercial property management, leasing negotiations, and portfolio oversight. A strategic planner who utilizes data-driven decision-making to align goals and maximize property value, while improving tenant satisfaction and maintaining operational efficiency for sustainable growth. Demonstrated proficiency in contract negotiation, property management, and asset optimization to achieve organizational objectives. Proven track record in tenant relations, lease administration, and property operations, resulting in high occupancy rates and tenant satisfaction. Skilled in research, due diligence, and financial analysis to inform strategic decisions. Effective at coordinating with vendors, managing tenants, and implementing cost-effective maintenance programs. Adept in lease negotiation, financial analysis, and rent roll management to drive portfolio performance and reduce costs.

• Supervised team of 20 staff members.2
• Collaborated with team of 50 in the development of West LA Veteran's Hospital.
• Demonstrated skill and career growth by being promoted 3 times in 6 years.
• Increased occupancy rates from 75% to 98% in 10 months.

• Lease Negotiation Excellence, Achieved a 25% reduction in lease costs for clients through successful negotiations and execution of commercial and retail leases, while maintaining high tenant satisfaction rates and fostering long-term relationships.
• Operational Efficiency Improvement, Led the development and implementation of a comprehensive lease administration process at Chipotle Mexican Grill, resulting in a 30% increase in operational efficiency and enhanced compliance across a portfolio of 148 million square feet.
• Project Management Success, Project managed the redevelopment of the VA Hospital in West LA, collaborating with multiple stakeholders to complete the project on time and within budget, ultimately providing vital services to nearly 2,000 homeless veterans.
• Tenant Retention Strategy, Increased tenant retention rates by 40% at Cortez Property Management through innovative tenant engagement strategies and proactive lease negotiations, significantly enhancing overall property value.
• Financial Reporting Optimization, Streamlined financial reporting processes at USPS, resulting in a 15% reduction in budget discrepancies and improving financial transparency across a portfolio of 30,000 facilities, thereby enhancing decision-making for upper management.
• Strategic Leadership in Real Estate Management, Directed a team at USPS, managing ¼ of 30,000 facilities and enhancing operational processes, leading to a 20% increase in portfolio efficiency and a 15% reduction in operational costs.
• Innovative Portfolio Development, Spearheaded a new property management initiative at Cortez Property Management, acquiring 10 new properties in the first year, generating an additional $500,000 in annual revenue.