JAMIE KRAUS
Dallas,TX
Summary
Entrepreneurial real estate investor and content creator with 20+ years of business ownership experience and a proven track record in building and managing multi-property operations across the U.S. Dynamic digital creator with a strong presence on social media and a history of successful collaborations with brands, influencers, and agencies. Adept at strategic planning, reporting, and client engagement. Featured in VoyageDallas for entrepreneurial success and brand-building story.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Real Estate Investor/Owner
2911 Holdings
01.2020 - Current
- Built and scaled a diversified real estate portfolio from one to nine properties in five years, including both short and long-term rentals.
- Developed and managed day-to-day operations, including financials, staffing, scheduling, marketing, and guest communications.
- Designed operational workflows to support consistent property performance and guest satisfaction.
- Initiated and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
Content Creator & Brand Collaborator
2911 Holdings
01.2020 - Current
- Grew a personal brand on Instagram to 45K+ followers within 3 years by showcasing vacation rentals and lifestyle content. Partnered with brands as an influencer and ambassador in the home and lifestyle space.
- Accepted into premier affiliate networks including LTK and Amazon Influencer Program.
- Created digital products such as travel itineraries and STR collaboration guides.
- Collaborated with agencies, influencers, and hosts to amplify content and expand reach.
Photographer/Business Owner
Kraus Photography
01.2001 - 01.2020
- Founded and operated a successful photography business specializing in portraiture and headshots.
- Built long-term client relationships with a 90% retention rate.
- Managed all facets of business including marketing, scheduling, editing, and customer service.
- Continuously evolved offerings to align with industry trends and client expectations.
Education
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX05-1998
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX05-1995
Skills
- Social media strategy development
- Influencer & Affiliate Marketing (LTK, Amazon Storefront)
- Client Reporting & Planning
- Brand Partnerships & Campaign Management
- Content Creation & Photography
- Microsoft Excel & Word
- Strong Communication & Writing
Publications
"Life & Work with Jamie Kraus" - VoyageDallas
https://voyagedallas.com/interview/life-work-with-jamie-kraus-of-dallas
Timeline
Real Estate Investor/Owner
2911 Holdings
01.2020 - Current
Content Creator & Brand Collaborator
2911 Holdings
01.2020 - Current
Photographer/Business Owner
Kraus Photography
01.2001 - 01.2020
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Texas Tech University
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Texas A&M University
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