Lena Dorrel
Show Low,AZ
Summary
Results-driven property manager with 8+ years of multifamily housing experience spanning market rate, LIHTC, Section 8/HCV, & various programs relocating to Tulsa, OK. Proven track record of regulatory compliance, team leadership, and operational excellence across large residential portfolios. Skilled in Yardi and On-Site, Fair Housing law, and landlord-tenant regulations. Known for building strong resident relationships, reducing vacancy loss, and driving property performance through accountability and attention to detail.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Property Manager
Aperto Property Management
Taylor, AZ
08.2025 - Current
- Manage day-to-day operations of a multifamily LIHTC and Section 8 residential property, overseeing leasing, maintenance coordination, tenant relations, and financial reporting.
- Ensured adherence to fair housing regulations, LIHTC program requirements, and Section 8/HCV guidelines through comprehensive management of annual recertifications, interim adjustments, and move-in/move-out processing.
- Utilize Yardi and On-Site platforms for rent collection, resident data entry, reporting, and account management.
- Coordinate unit inspections, vacancy turnovers, and capital improvement projects to maintain property performance standards.
- Enforce lease agreements, manage delinquency, and process evictions in accordance with landlord-tenant law.
- Fostered strong relationships with residents to minimize vacancy loss and promote community satisfaction.
- Developed and delivered accurate financial reports and operating budgets to inform ownership and leadership decision-making.
CEO / Startup Founder
Just Breathe Somatic Breathwork LLC
Show Low, AZ
11.2024 - 06.2026
- Launched and managed a wellness practice integrating advanced breathwork techniques to promote holistic healing.
- Implemented science-backed breathwork programs aimed at reducing stress, improving emotional regulation, and enhancing team communication.
- Led corporate wellness sessions focused on nervous system regulation, burnout recovery, and team resilience.
- Managed all aspects of business operations including client onboarding, scheduling, financial tracking, and service delivery.
- Collaborated with local businesses to offer stress-relief programs tailored to staff needs and operational goals.
CEO / Startup Founder
Wood & Willow Candle Co. LLC
Show Low, AZ
05.2023 - 06.2025
- Launched and grew an e-commerce candle brand with multiple Best Seller products on Etsy and thousands of 5-star reviews.
- Built and maintained two e-commerce websites without prior experience; consistently achieved top ratings for customer satisfaction.
- Developed digital marketing strategies that drove significant traffic and repeat customers.
- Managed company finances, balancing growth investments with profitability in a competitive market.
- Business sold June 2025.
Area Supervisor
Kay-Kay Realty
Show Low, AZ
10.2018 - 05.2023
- Rapidly promoted through three roles, culminating in oversight of 6 multifamily properties and leadership of 25+ staff.
- Managed a 200-unit LIHTC property — rent collection, tenant relations, maintenance, and Fair Housing compliance.
- Ensured full regulatory compliance across LIHTC, HUD, Section 8, HOME, BOND, and HTF programs including annual and interim recertifications.
- Directed team recruitment, onboarding, performance evaluations, and HR collaboration on disciplinary actions.
- Conducted site inspections, coordinated capital improvements, and managed vendor relationships.
- Mentored team leads to strengthen leadership pipelines and elevate service standards.
- Leasing Agent (2018–2019) → Property Manager (2019–2021) → Area Supervisor (2021–2023)
Assistant Housing Director
La Frontera Arizona
Tucson, AZ
04.2014 - 10.2018
- Managed caseload of individuals with SMI and Substance Use Disorders; assessments, treatment plans, and wraparound case management.
- Trained Housing Coordinators while overseeing program delivery, staff mentorship, and client housing outcomes.
- Ensured documentation and reporting compliance with HUD, Section 8, LIHTC, HOME, HTF, and BOND regulations.
- Built partnerships with landlords and local agencies to expand housing options and support long-term client stability.
- SMI Case Manager (2014–2016) → Assistant Housing Director (2016–2018)
Case Manager / BHT
Compass Behavioral Healthcare
Tucson, AZ
11.2010 - 03.2014
- Delivered individualized case management and discharge planning for clients in acute substance withdrawal.
- Conducted intake assessments and psychosocial evaluations; facilitated therapeutic groups on relapse prevention and early recovery.
- Provided crisis intervention and motivational interviewing; maintained HIPAA-compliant documentation.
Education
Associate of Arts - Social Services
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ01-2017
Skills
- Yardi & On-Site
- LIHTC Compliance
- Budget & Financial Reporting
- Team Leadership & Mentorship
- Fair Housing Law
- Resident Relations & Retention
- Landlord-Tenant Regulations
- Strategic Operations
- HUD / HOME / BOND / HTF/ Section 8 Programs
- Microsoft 365 & Adobe Suite
- Lease Enforcement & Evictions
- Trauma-Informed Leadership
- Delinquency Management & Payment collection
- Clinical Documentation & HIPAA
- Compliance monitoring & Enforcement
Certification
- AZ Real Estate License (2020)
- HUD HQS Housing Inspector License — San Antonio, TX (2017)
- BHT Credentialing — La Frontera (2015)
- Nationally Certified Breathwork Instructor (2024)
- CPR / First Aid Certified
- Arizona Department of Safety Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card (exp. 2026)
Timeline
Property Manager
Aperto Property Management
08.2025 - Current
CEO / Startup Founder
Just Breathe Somatic Breathwork LLC
11.2024 - 06.2026
CEO / Startup Founder
Wood & Willow Candle Co. LLC
05.2023 - 06.2025
Area Supervisor
Kay-Kay Realty
10.2018 - 05.2023
Assistant Housing Director
La Frontera Arizona
04.2014 - 10.2018
Case Manager / BHT
Compass Behavioral Healthcare
11.2010 - 03.2014
Associate of Arts - Social Services
Pima Community College