Keisha Speller
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Operations-focused property management professional with hands-on experience overseeing daily community operations, leasing performance, resident relations, vendor coordination, and unit readiness. Proven ability to independently manage property responsibilities including contractor oversight, inspections, collections, curb appeal, and full unit turn coordination. Skilled in maintaining occupancy readiness, improving operational efficiency, and supporting high-performing communities in fast-paced environments. Experienced with Yardi, RealPage, Onesite, CRM Funnel, and Microsoft Teams.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Association Manager
United Property Associates
2023 - 2023
- Managed HOA operations including budgets, vendors, inspections, and board relations
- Ensured community compliance and strong homeowner communication
Assistant Property Manager
VEST Residential
2026 - Current
- Oversee daily property operations and support overall community performance
- Coordinate vendors, contractors, and maintenance scheduling to support efficient daily property operations
- Oversee move-ready preparation including final inspections, quality checks, and unit readiness for immediate occupancy
- Maintain and track a 5-day turn process to support fast unit availability and occupancy goals
- Conduct move-out, vacant, and occupied inspections while ensuring community standards and compliance are maintained
- Monitor community appearance and curb appeal to enhance resident satisfaction and property presentation
- Support rent collections, resident communication, lease compliance, and account follow-up
- Assist with service coordination, resident retention efforts, and daily property management support
- Utilize RealPage, Onesite, Knock, CRM Funnel, and Microsoft Teams for leasing and operational management
- Operate independently in the absence of a Property Manager while ensuring smooth day-to-day community operations
Leasing Manager
Kettler
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Managed full leasing lifecycle including tours, applications, screenings, approvals, and renewals
- Oversaw resident accounts, concessions, and ledger accuracy
- Coordinated maintenance scheduling, vendors, and apartment turns to maintain occupancy readiness
- Supported marketing efforts to drive traffic and leasing performance
- Prepared and analyzed daily leasing and operational reports
- Utilized Yardi and leasing management systems to support property operations and resident account management
Investment Processor
Randstad (Capital Group)
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Processed high-volume financial transactions with accuracy and compliance
- Resolved client inquiries and collaborated across departments
Leasing Consultant
Lawson
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Managed leasing, renewals, collections, and resident relations
- Maintained compliance and coordinated unit turns using Onesite
Regional Lead Trainer / Bakery Manager
Food Lion
01.2007 - 01.2022
- Directed multi-unit operations, budgeting, and team development
- Drove sales growth and operational excellence across locations
Regional Food Technologist
Acosta, Inc.
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Led training initiatives, audits, and performance improvement strategies
Education
Real Estate Graduate - undefined
Churchland Academy of Real Estate
01.2022
Medical Coding & Billing
Centura College
01.2013
Skills
Property Operations
Vendor/Contractor Coordination
Unit Turns
Occupancy Management
Rent Collections
Lease Compliance
Marketing
Team Leadership
Management Skills
Resident Retention
Inventory Control
Certification
- Active Licensed Life & Annuity Insurance Professional
- Real Estate Graduate - Churchland Academy of Real Estate
Timeline
Leasing Manager
Kettler
01.2025 - 01.2026
Investment Processor
Randstad (Capital Group)
01.2023 - 01.2024
Leasing Consultant
Lawson
01.2022 - 01.2023
Regional Food Technologist
Acosta, Inc.
01.2017 - 01.2019
Regional Lead Trainer / Bakery Manager
Food Lion
01.2007 - 01.2022
Real Estate Graduate - undefined
Churchland Academy of Real Estate
Medical Coding & Billing
Centura College
Association Manager
United Property Associates
2023 - 2023
Assistant Property Manager
VEST Residential
2026 - Current