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Kayla Coffey

Kayla Coffey

Tega Cay,SC

Summary

Experienced with real estate market analysis, property acquisitions, and lease management. Utilizes strategic planning and negotiation skills to optimize property value and tenant satisfaction. Track record of driving successful property development projects and maintaining strong tenant relations.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Real Estate Manager

Circle K
02.2022 - Current
  • Lease Negotiation & Portfolio Optimization – Skilled in negotiating favorable lease terms and strategically managing a global portfolio to maximize value and reduce costs.
  • Market Analysis & Strategic Planning – Expertise in identifying trends, assessing market opportunities, and implementing data-driven strategies to enhance asset performance.
  • Financial Analysis & Cost Savings – Proven ability to drive cost efficiencies, having saved over $1M in rent and $300K in office expenses through strategic decision-making in 2024.
  • Risk Management & Value Enhancement – Strong background in mitigating financial risks, optimizing asset value, and ensuring long-term profitability through proactive real estate management.

Regional Property Manager

Wellington Advisors
2020 - 2022
  • Oversaw the operations, financial performance, and maintenance of a portfolio of properties within a designated region. Managed budgets, market analysis, and renovation opportunities while ensuring optimal occupancy and asset value. Led leasing strategies, expense control, and team development to drive property performance. Collaborated with executive leadership and property owners to implement cost-saving initiatives and strategic growth plans.

Property Manager

Lantower Waverly
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Increased the reputation score from 2.2 to 4.6 within three months by successfully implementing PawzLife, Modern Message, Trojan, and ApartmentLife, enhancing community engagement and morale.

Property Manager

Village Green
01.2019 - 12.2019
  • Accomplished a detrimental increase in Allure's occupancy from 88% to 94%, while executing LRO, and transitioning from MRI to Onesite

Property Manager

Camden Properties Trust
01.2016 - 12.2019
  • Managed $1.2 million in capital expenses and oversaw a $6.5 million ongoing renovation project.

Property Manager

Mid-America Apartments
01.2013 - 12.2016
  • Advanced from Leasing Agent to Assistant Manager and Property Manager within three years. Managed lease-up, renovation projects, and due diligence processes to enhance property performance and value.

Education

BACHELOR OF ARTS - POLITICAL SCIENCE & CRIMINAL JUSTICE

University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Charlotte, NC
12.2010

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Market Research & Analysis
  • Mid-Rise Communities
  • Real estate transactions
  • Lease-Up Communities
  • Property management
  • Develop Staff
  • Property valuation
  • Excellent Communication
  • Asset management
  • Excellent Presentation skills
  • Real estate financing

Awards

  • Million Dollar Sales Club, 2013
  • Top Sales Performer, 2013
  • Leasing Specialist of the Quarter, 2013
  • Leasing Specialist of the Quarter, 2012
  • Assistant Property Manager of the Quarter, 2013

Timeline

Real Estate Manager

Circle K
02.2022 - Current

Property Manager

Lantower Waverly
01.2019 - 01.2020

Property Manager

Village Green
01.2019 - 12.2019

Property Manager

Camden Properties Trust
01.2016 - 12.2019

Property Manager

Mid-America Apartments
01.2013 - 12.2016

Regional Property Manager

Wellington Advisors
2020 - 2022

BACHELOR OF ARTS - POLITICAL SCIENCE & CRIMINAL JUSTICE

University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Kayla Coffey