Kenneth Jorge
Hackensack,NJ
Summary
Operations professional in a variety of industries with extensive experience in optimizing processes and leading cross-functional teams. Proven track record in driving operational improvements and delivering impactful results. Known for strong focus on collaboration, scaling, adaptability, and achieving targets with precision.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
COO
Wahizza Group LLC
03.2023 - Current
- Boosted operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures during the expansion of 6 locations which consist of 2 personally owned locations and 4 franchise locations within 18 months all while enhancing our digital marketing imprint.
- Managed budgets and financial forecasting to ensure fiscal responsibility and maintain profit margins.
- Negotiated key partnerships with vendors, suppliers, and other stakeholders for improved collaboration and resource allocation.
- Successfully managed multiple construction projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
Founder
Decoded Management Group LLC
11.2019 - Current
- Analyzing business client’s financial history, cash flows and financing structure to provide a concise scaling action plan.
- Conducted in-depth market research to identify opportunities for expansion and growth from $700k annual revenue to 6 million within 3 years.
- Improved operational efficiency with the implementation of customized management & marketing tools that met each client's unique needs.
- Developed comprehensive business plans for clients, resulting in increased revenue and growth.
- Reduced financial discrepancies by performing monthly reconciliations of bank accounts along with preparing & filing personal/corporate tax returns
- Negotiated contracts with external vendors to secure favorable terms that supported overall project objectives successfully.
- Expanded customer base by networking at industry events and leveraging social media platforms.
Senior Property Manager
The Andrews Organization
05.2016 - 03.2021
- Accountable for all business, financial and management aspects of the assigned property, including preparing, implementing and adhering to the approved strategic plan, a budget for the property, developing and maintaining strong working relationships with Board members, shareholders and unit owners.
- Supervising the day-to-day activities of the engineering, maintenance and other building staff (union and non-union) as well as contract services.
- Oversee projects exceeding 20 million in total cost such as full exterior restoration, gravity tank installations, elevator rehabilitation, roof repairs, boiler replacement, lobby renovation, gas line restoration, intercom systems, sidewalk repairs, etc.
- Monitor apartment alterations and capital improvements, as required, in compliance with FISP and Local Laws 84, 87 and other code requirements.
- Monitor scheduling of annual inspections for elevator, sprinkler, standpipe and other building components.
Property Manager
PRC Management, LLC
09.2014 - 05.2016
- Responsible for management of 13 residential properties with 549 tax credit/ income based units under HUD guidelines and 32BJ union employees.
- Oversee a 5 million dollar common area, elevators and unit rehabilitation project in 4 properties with 248 units which also includes temporary relocation of tenants during this process.
- Monitor budget variances; participate in annual budget preparation process of 2 budgets for a combined value of 9 million dollars.
- Handle all compliance requirements for HPD, FDNY & DOB violations.
Property Manager – New York
FIRSTSERVICE RESIDENTIAL
02.2012 - 09.2014
- Responsible for management of 11 residential properties with approximately 70 Board member and 1,000 units.
- Financial Design and implemented cost controls; reviewed monthly financials; ensured timely payments of apartment owner charges; monitored budget variances; participate in annual budget preparation process.
- Managed a luxury high rise property with 509 units and 109 commercial units, which included mechanical rooms, pool room and rooftop to ensure generators, HVAC, cooling towers, boilers, chiller and water pumps are operating accordingly.
- Managed luxury high-rise which consisted of one lobby with front desk concierge and valet. It also consisted of two towers with a total of 397 units.
- Develop and submit a complete $3.5 and $5.3 million annual budget.
- Fully responsible for the entirety of a cosmetic renovation project with a $2 million budget along with implementation of a $4.5 million 24 month assessment.
Operations Coordinator
JETBLUE AIRWAYS
03.2006 - 07.2013
- Coordinated and oversee the daily operations, which consist of flights, manpower, customer service and business partners.
- Coordinated and sequences all arrivals/departures to safely and efficiently control aircraft flow.
- Determine workload and operational priorities and delegated duties accordingly.
- Monitored manpower requirements and worked with supervisors for appropriate resources.
Education
Business Administration And Management
American Intercontinental University
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- YARDI, CAMACCT, AP Master, AP Extend, Bantec & PAYCHEX
- Operations management
- Budget management skills
- Property management expertise
- Project management
- Fluent in English & Spanish: Spoken and written
Certification
- Florida Community Association Manager - LCAM
- Florida Notary
- NYS Real Estate License
- IRS Licensed Professional
Timeline
COO
Wahizza Group LLC
03.2023 - Current
Founder
Decoded Management Group LLC
11.2019 - Current
Senior Property Manager
The Andrews Organization
05.2016 - 03.2021
Property Manager
PRC Management, LLC
09.2014 - 05.2016
Property Manager – New York
FIRSTSERVICE RESIDENTIAL
02.2012 - 09.2014
Operations Coordinator
JETBLUE AIRWAYS
03.2006 - 07.2013
Business Administration And Management
American Intercontinental University
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