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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Joni Vejsiu

Joni Vejsiu

Honolulu ,Hawaii

Summary

Experienced Property Management and Real Estate Professional with a proven track record spanning two decades in residential asset management, sales, and marketing. A dynamic and decisive leader, adept at fostering high-performance teams through the creation of energizing environments, competency-focused training, and unwavering support. Demonstrates calm confidence, boundless energy, and assertiveness, thriving positively in competitive and high-pressure scenarios.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Regional Property Manager

Douglas Emmett
01.2020 - Current

Established and orchestrated a streamlined communication system facilitating transactions and activities coordination between Property Managers and the Central Office for a portfolio comprising 2800 units.
Authorized all new hires, status changes, and terminations for on-site personnel. Conducted evaluations and provided staff coaching to ensure optimal property operations.
Scrutinized financial forecasts, budgets, and operational goals, actively contributing to annual budget creation and overseeing portfolio management within approved parameters.
Analyzed reports on occupancy, delinquency, budget variance, and purchase orders.
Negotiated vendor contracts and presented them to the COO for approval.
Addressed escalated resident concerns and issues while monitoring resolution progress.
Conducted regular property visits to evaluate curb appeal, office maintenance, and overall upkeep activities.
Identified and resolved potential safety issues and liability concerns.
Inspected community common areas, apartment units, and model appearances to proactively address problems.
Implemented effective planning and control strategies to maximize rental income while minimizing expenses.
Ensured properties remained in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Actively participated as a key member of the Development Team, contributing to decisions on design, unit mix, establishment of rent rates, and other operational matters.

Community Manager

Douglas Emmett
01.2016 - 01.2020
    • Managed all business and staffing aspects of a 1,200 unit community.
    • Responsible for Maintaining Operations during Phase II construction and competing the lease up.
    • Hired, trained and mentored staff of 32 direct reports.
    • Identified priority areas for upgrades, based on the available budget.
    • Coordinated vendors and maintenance crews to assure timely upkeep of the grounds and apartment homes.
    • Provided excellent customer service and proactively managed client expectations.
    • Improved current occupancy rate from 92% to 97%.
    • Attained 99% pre-lease occupancy.
    • Produced excess Net Operating Income (NOI

Vice President/Owner

Fidelity Real Estate Brokers, LLC
10.2012 - 09.2016
    • Managed the operations of 250 single-family homes, including market analysis, pricing, tenant public relations, portfolio of investors, tenant/buyer counseling, MLS, leasing, move-in/move-out coordination, enforcement of lease terms, and timely rent collection
    • Disbursed funds to owners and managed funds by trust account, providing detailed monthly and annual consolidated statements
    • Conducted property inspections and ensured compliance with applicable local, state, and federal laws
    • Conducted marketing and internet marketing activities to promote the properties.

Property Manager

GoldOller Real Estate Investments
02.2012 - 02.2014
    • Oversaw all aspects of operations for a 708-unit luxury residential community and a staff of 18 employees
    • Controlled the maintenance team, capital improvements, budgeting, collections, reporting, training, audits, leasing, marketing, tenant relationships, etc
    • Organized monthly and quarterly resident functions and various fundraising events
    • Reduced the short-term corporate leases from 35% to 5% in sixteen months
    • Increased occupancy from 91% to an average of 98% in six months
    • Awarded "Best Budget" of the year in 2012 and 2013 for the OK, FL, and KS portfolios
    • Named the 2013 Property Manager of the Year.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

University of Hawaii
Weatherford, OK
08.1999 - 05.2003

Skills

      Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Yardi, MRI, and other property management software

      Contract Negotiation

      Regulatory Compliance

      Sales Management

      Conflict Resolution

      Decision Making

      Problem Solving

        Analytical Skills

        Software Proficiency

        Market Analysis

        Financial Analysis, Budget Planning

        Relationship Building

        Team Leadership

        Organizational Skills

Certification

Real Estate License- State of HI

Languages

Albanian
Native or Bilingual
Italian
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Regional Property Manager

Douglas Emmett
01.2020 - Current

Community Manager

Douglas Emmett
01.2016 - 01.2020

Vice President/Owner

Fidelity Real Estate Brokers, LLC
10.2012 - 09.2016

Property Manager

GoldOller Real Estate Investments
02.2012 - 02.2014

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

University of Hawaii
08.1999 - 05.2003
Joni Vejsiu