Elena Nikolova
New York,NY
Summary
A highly experienced Property Management Executive with over a decade of expertise in Real Estate, Investments, and Licensing Law. Extensive knowledge in analysis, acquisition, contracts, amendments, negotiations, audits, valuation modeling, and government financing programs. Proficiency in On-Site Residential and Commercial Property Management with a proven track record in developing financial models for new investment opportunities and conducting comprehensive market research. Highly skilled in conducting liquidity risk assessments for high-value portfolios.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Property Management Executive
Solstice Residential Group
10.2023 - 08.2024
- Directed the preparation of the annual operating, and capital budgets, including monthly financial reports, variants reports, and CAM reconciliations
- Obtained competitive bids in compliance with local codes, and executed all construction projects
- Interviewed, recruited, and trained new onboarding candidates
- Approved Tax Credit development certifications
- Advised and reported results to the Chairman and Board members
- Managed accounts payable and receivable, improving cash flow and reducing outstanding debts
- Oversaw the entire leasing and sales process to ensure a smooth transition between residents
- Conducted regular property inspections to preemptively identify and address maintenance needs
- Negotiated and executed all tenant contracts
- Coordinated with legal counsel to handle eviction processes and settlements
Senior Leasing Manager
Empire State Trust
02.2019 - 02.2023
- Guided and managed all leasing operations for an over 1000-unit portfolio
- Created, designed, and analyzed email marketing campaigns
- Developed comp reports and executed a plan to achieve a 98% or higher occupancy rate
- Reviewed and created bonds from third-party insurance companies
- Supervised and trained new employees
- Reviewed capital improvements and invented new leasing strategies
- Ran background checks, negotiated, and competed all leasing documentation
Management Executive
Assa Properties
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Collected and processed all rent payments, security deposits, and developed progress reports
- Conducted background and credit checks, negotiated contracts, and executed leases and renewals
- Scheduled contractors, supervised projects, and managed daily operations
Real Estate Broker
Nest Seekers International
02.2015 - 01.2019
- Conceptualized marketing campaigns
- Verified payment and loan paperwork for property sales by working closely with banks and prospects
- Generated leases, prepared sales packages, and coordinated property closings
Investment Analyst
Cool Frames
10.2014 - 01.2016
- Performed financial analysis to inform and refine venture capital investment decisions
- Boosted the overall portfolio performance by 27% by implementing more effective financial modeling opportunities
- Reduced potential financial risks by carrying out detailed due diligence on prospective investments
- Assisted in preparing investment marketing materials and client presentations
- Managed the implementation of new sustainable investment strategies
Real Estate Broker
Spire Group
02.2013 - 02.2015
- Prepared representation contracts, pitch packets, purchase agreements, closing statements, deeds, and leases
- Organized open houses to help market properties
- Conferred with escrow companies, lenders, and home inspectors to ensure that the terms and conditions of purchase agreements were met
Marketing Consultant
SPN Events
01.2012 - 02.2013
- Assisted in the research and development of digital marketing campaigns
- Ran competitive analysis and reports for senior management
- Developed sales proposals, financial models, and presentations
- Created comprehensive reports and dashboards to communicate marketing performance metrics to stakeholders
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
Manhattan School of Music
New York, NY2008
Master of Science -
BC College
New York, NY2013
Skills
Tableau
- Power Bl
- Procore
- Yardi
- Salesforce
- SQL
- Nexus
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Avid Exchange
- On-site
- Co-Star
Timeline
Property Management Executive
Solstice Residential Group
10.2023 - 08.2024
Senior Leasing Manager
Empire State Trust
02.2019 - 02.2023
Management Executive
Assa Properties
01.2017 - 01.2019
Real Estate Broker
Nest Seekers International
02.2015 - 01.2019
Investment Analyst
Cool Frames
10.2014 - 01.2016
Real Estate Broker
Spire Group
02.2013 - 02.2015
Marketing Consultant
SPN Events
01.2012 - 02.2013
Bachelor of Arts -
Manhattan School of Music
Master of Science -
BC College
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