Kristen Ratzsch
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Seasoned Estate Manager and Project Manager with extensive experience in overseeing large private estates, excelling in staff management, budget oversight, and project coordination. Fostering positive relationships and enhancing team performance while adapting to new challenges with a strong work ethic and attention to detail.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Estate Manager & Property Manager
Mark Grotjahn
Los Angeles, CA
12.2021 - 01.2025
- Managed and oversaw all household operations of multiple 10k+ sq ft houses
- Hired, trained, scheduled, and supervised all staff including housekeepers, security guards, chefs, nannies, etc
- Facilitated daily requests from principle and family with a high level of specificity
- Performed and oversaw maintenance, scheduled repairs and upgrades, and coordinated with contractors and vendors
- Managed vehicle maintenance and records
- Organized and executed events, including catering, decorations, guest lists, and logistics
- Worked with the office team and accounts payables to ensure vendors are paid promptly
- Developed and managed a property budget, tracking expenses.
- Construction and remodel project coordination
Staging/Interior Designer
Vesta Home
Los Angeles, CA
05.2017 - 12.2021
- Conceptualized, sourced, selected, and installed design schemes, including furniture, art, and accessories.
- Met with clients to establish design schemes, expectations, and budget.
- Sourced samples and memoed items.
- Managed the budget and scheduled vendors and subcontractors.
- Selected and commissioned contracted work for interior finishing selections, and landscaping.
- Provided inventory spreadsheet w photos.
Property Manager /Assistant Interior Designer
Villa Delle Stelle with Brogan Lane Design
Los Angeles/Sag Harbor, CA/NY
02.2011 - 12.2016
- Oversaw general maintenance and operations of six long and short term rental properties
- Administrative support including bookkeeping, tax payments, permits, messages, etc
- Maintained bookkeeping including generating reports and updates on occupancy and revenue
- Coordinated and oversaw all property repairs, remodels, and maintenance
- Bid out, hired, and oversaw contractors and vendors
- Managed day to day activities including guests care, staff and contractor management
- Managed calendars and website
Event Coordinator and Designer
Self
Los Angeles/New York City, CA/NY
11.2011 - 09.2016
- Organized facilities and details ie: decor, catering, entertainment, transportation, location, invite list, special guests, equipment, promotional material etc
- Created design for the event and managed the event production and implementation
- Ensured compliance with permits, insurance, legal, health and safety obligations
- Built a cohesive and effective team of artists, coordinators, and vendors and developed a creative and collaborative environment
Staging Designer
Meridith Baer Home
Los Angeles, CA
01.2007 - 02.2011
- Partnered with clients to identify essential adjustments for enhanced property showcasing.
- Chose furniture, lighting and accessories to design appealing rooms focusing on buyer preferences.
- Directed and coordinated team.
- Tracked inventory and budget.
Education
Paid Apprenticeship -
Olivia Williams Interior Designs
Early Childhood Education -
UW-Milwaukee
Skills
- Proficiency with Google Suite
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Highly organized with attention to detail
- Proactive and multitasking
- Ethical leadership
- Collaborative mindset
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Estate Manager & Property Manager
Mark Grotjahn
12.2021 - 01.2025
Staging/Interior Designer
Vesta Home
05.2017 - 12.2021
Event Coordinator and Designer
Self
11.2011 - 09.2016
Property Manager /Assistant Interior Designer
Villa Delle Stelle with Brogan Lane Design
02.2011 - 12.2016
Staging Designer
Meridith Baer Home
01.2007 - 02.2011
Paid Apprenticeship -
Olivia Williams Interior Designs
Early Childhood Education -
UW-Milwaukee
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