Darius Navidi
Washington
Summary
Operations executive with expertise in scaling multi-location organizations and driving profitability through performance-driven infrastructure. Proven track record in full P&L oversight, financial forecasting, and organizational design, aligning operational execution with long-term growth objectives. Recognized for enhancing internal controls, improving reporting visibility, and implementing scalable systems for sustainable expansion. Strong leadership skills demonstrated through successful team management, budget control, and strategic growth initiatives.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Operations
Jenn Smira & Co | Compass
Washington
09.2025 - Current
- Functioned as an executive operational partner, leading strategic planning, financial performance, organizational scaling, and infrastructure development in a high-growth, multi-market organization.
- Lead operational strategy aligned with long-term enterprise growth initiatives
- Oversee financial forecasting, reporting integrity, budgeting, and compliance functions
- Design scalable infrastructure to improve organizational efficiency and accountability
- Drive technology adoption and systems optimization across CRM and operational platforms
- Facilitate executive planning sessions, performance reviews, and KPI tracking
- Coordinate cross-functional execution across marketing, agreements, client services, and administrative operations
- Support geographic expansion and strategic growth initiatives
- Enforced compliance with industry regulations and company policies consistently.
- Ensured compliance with laws, regulations, and industry standards.
- Developed policies and procedures that streamlined workflow processes.
- Analyzed operational data to identify trends and inform strategic decisions.
- Assess and evaluate business procedures and implement structure to improve day-to-day operations.
- Develop recruiting, onboarding, and performance management systems
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers ensuring best value pricing options were secured.
- Led meetings with key stakeholders to review progress towards objectives.
Brokerage Operations Director | Market Center Administrator
Keller Williams Capital Properties
Montgomery County & Bethesda
08.2023 - 09.2025
- Promoted from single-office leadership to oversee a two-office operational portfolio, driving profitability, financial oversight, and organizational performance across locations.
- Directed full financial operations including forecasting, budgeting, company dollar tracking, and monthly closes across two offices
- Implemented accountability frameworks to support revenue growth and profitability targets
- Built executive dashboards and projection models to improve leadership visibility and decision-making
- Led recruiting infrastructure and operational leverage systems to support organizational scaling
- Ensured compliance, transaction accuracy, and standardized reporting across multiple locations
- Strengthened communication and operational consistency during multi-office expansion
- Streamlined operational processes across departments to improve overall efficiency
- Oversaw compliance with industry regulations and company policies consistently.
Interim Assistant Director of Operations
Keller Williams McLean | Great Falls
McLean
06.2022 - 02.2023
- Supported executive leadership in financial oversight and profitability tracking to enhance decision-making
- Assisted in implementing structured growth and accountability systems to drive organizational alignment
- Contributed to operational reporting, compliance management, and staff coordination to ensure regulatory adherence
- Coordinated operational workflows to enhance team productivity and efficiency.
- Managed vendor relationships to ensure timely supply of materials and services.
- Analyzed operational processes to identify areas for improvement and optimization.
Development Consultant
DADMARZ & CO LLC
Washington
04.2020 - 05.2022
- Delivered executive-level presentations to communicate insights and support organizational growth initiatives
- Analyzed performance data to identify opportunities for operational efficiency and optimize conversion outcomes
- Managed strategic relationships with stakeholders and vendors to align objectives and enhance collaboration
- Coordinated cross-functional execution of strategic projects
Associate Contractor
Ajilon
Washington
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Assisted project managers in budgeting, scheduling, and executive reporting to enhance project clarity and decision-making
- Managed project timelines and coordinated resources for various client initiatives.
- Maintained coordination between clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment and success.
- Conducted operational analysis to support project delivery
- Analyzed client needs to propose tailored solutions for service delivery improvement.
- Provided regular progress updates to clients, ensuring transparency and alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
Administrative Project Assistant
Addison Group
Reston
07.2019 - 09.2019
- Facilitated project coordination and managed client services for senior leadership.
- Coordinated project schedules and resources to ensure timely delivery of multiple client initiatives.
- Managed communication between clients and project teams to streamline workflow and minimize delays.
- Implemented workflow improvements that enhanced operational performance across projects.
- Assisted in developing project documentation and reports for stakeholder review.
- Organized meetings, prepared agendas, and documented meeting minutes effectively.
- Assisted Project Manager in preparing project plans, schedules, and budgets.
Education
Certificate - Project Management
Georgetown University
Graduate Coursework - Master of Arts in International Relations
Leiden University
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
University of Mary Washington
Skills
- Operational strategy and execution
- Strategic planning
- Performance tracking
- Budgeting and expense control
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Team building
- Operations oversight
- Process improvements
- Operational efficiency
- Performance analysis
- Customer service management
- Staff training/development
- P&L oversight and financial forecasting
- Multi-location portfolio management
- Organizational design and performance systems
- Process optimization and infrastructure scaling
- Executive reporting and analytics
- Talent development and recruitment
- Technology implementation and adoption
- Compliance and risk management
Websites
Additional Information
Realtor, Commonwealth of Virginia, English, Native, Spanish, Professional, Farsi, Elementary
Timeline
Director of Operations
Jenn Smira & Co | Compass
09.2025 - Current
Brokerage Operations Director | Market Center Administrator
Keller Williams Capital Properties
08.2023 - 09.2025
Interim Assistant Director of Operations
Keller Williams McLean | Great Falls
06.2022 - 02.2023
Development Consultant
DADMARZ & CO LLC
04.2020 - 05.2022
Associate Contractor
Ajilon
10.2019 - 03.2020
Administrative Project Assistant
Addison Group
07.2019 - 09.2019
Certificate - Project Management
Georgetown University
Graduate Coursework - Master of Arts in International Relations
Leiden University
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
University of Mary Washington