Jean Jeansonne
Celebration,FL
Summary
Strategic revenue and business development leader with 10+ years of experience scaling short-term rental portfolios, launching new markets, and building high-performing owner acquisition programs. Proven success in driving multi-market expansion, optimizing revenue systems, partnering with investors and real estate networks, and developing repeatable acquisition playbooks. Known for aligning operations, technology, and growth strategy to improve owner satisfaction, accelerate onboarding, and expand inventory—directly supporting Evolve’s mission to make vacation rental ownership easy and profitable.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
CEO / Owner
Lavish Keys
05.2020 - Current
- Launched and scaled the Orlando market from 0 to 35 properties, establishing owner acquisition strategies aligned with revenue potential, investment patterns, and market demand.
- Built growth systems that mirror marketplace-style operating models: inbound funnels, partner referrals, targeted marketing, and investor outreach.
- Oversaw all revenue management functions, including dynamic pricing, seasonality forecasting, and PMS/RM system implementation.
- Developed standard operating procedures for owner onboarding, communication cadence, and retention metrics.
- Directed marketing initiatives including print campaigns, digital ads, social presence, and realtor channels to support steady acquisition flow.
Managing Partner
Pocono Home Rentals
04.2020 - 12.2023
- Scaled portfolio from 8 to 40 properties through targeted outreach, local partnerships, and optimized property selection based on demand analysis.
- Restructured operations to a technology-driven model, improving response times, owner visibility, and revenue outcomes.
- Strengthened owner satisfaction and retention through consistent reporting, performance reviews, and service transparency.
- Structured budgets, revenue forecasts, and operational KPIs to support profitable expansion.
National Director of Operations & Director of Business Development
Grand Welcome
01.2014 - 03.2020
- Drove national expansion from a local 80-property operation into a multi-state organization across 20+ markets.
- Built the entire business development program, including owner acquisition strategy, KPIs, pipeline stages, outreach scripts, and closing procedures.
- Designed and implemented the company’s CRM pipeline, enabling accurate sales forecasting and improved lead-to-contract conversion.
- Led and trained a 15-person sales team, overseeing all inbound/outbound outreach, objection handling, and contract negotiation.
- Directed national rebranding, operational restructuring, and post-acquisition market integrations.
- Partnered with technology vendors to build scalable PMS, workflow automation, and reporting systems.
- Oversaw operational KPIs, budgets, and financial reporting for multi-market portfolio performance.
National Task Force Director / Regional Operations Director / Operations Manager
Marriott
06.2008 - 12.2013
- Directed operations for 15–30 full-service hotels, including financial oversight, guest services, HR leadership, and revenue improvement.
- Led national brand conversions, operational turnarounds, and acquisition transitions across multiple markets.
- Supported enterprise software rollouts, brand standard transitions, and large-scale operational restructuring.
Intelligence Specialist
United States Navy Reserves
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Conducted intelligence analysis and mission support for deployable units.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LASkills
- Owner Acquisition & Inventory Growth
- Multi-Market Expansion & Market Launches
- Revenue & Pricing Strategy (PMS/RM Systems)
- CRM Pipeline Development
- Sales Team Leadership (15)
- Investor, Realtor & Partner Relations
- Operational Excellence & Standardization
- Portfolio Performance Optimization
- Forecasting, KPIs & Financial Reporting
- Technology Implementation & Integrations
- Guesty
- Hostaway
Timeline
CEO / Owner
Lavish Keys
05.2020 - Current
Managing Partner
Pocono Home Rentals
04.2020 - 12.2023
National Director of Operations & Director of Business Development
Grand Welcome
01.2014 - 03.2020
National Task Force Director / Regional Operations Director / Operations Manager
Marriott
06.2008 - 12.2013
Intelligence Specialist
United States Navy Reserves
01.2008 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Louisiana State University