Lisamarie Kowalik
Renton
Summary
Property management professional with solid background in handling wide range of short-term and long-term properties. Expertise in coordinating maintenance, check in/check out, and booking activities, ensuring smooth operations and 5 star guest experiences. Known for strong communication and efficient property management.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Property Manager
Short-Term & Long-Term Rental Management
01.2020 - Current
- Managed short-term rental property (Airbnb/VRBO) earning Superhost & Guest Favorite status through exceptional guest experience, operational efficiency, and high occupancy rates
- Oversaw long-term rental property management for a 4-bedroom home in Seattle, ensuring tenant retention, lease compliance, and timely maintenance
- Advised and assisted a new Airbnb startup in Fremont, WA, including property setup, listing optimization, and guest experience strategy
- Coordinated with vendors and contractors for property maintenance, repairs, and renovations while ensuring cost efficiency and quality control
- Implemented pricing strategies and financial tracking to maximize rental revenue and profitability
- Monitored market trends closely, adjusting rental rates accordingly to remain competitive within the regional market landscape.
- Updated property management software regularly to optimize efficiency in daily operations such as scheduling maintenance tasks or tracking rent payments received from tenants.
Founder & Business Owner
Lisamarie Kowalik LLC
01.2017 - Current
- Built and scaled a multi-6-figure online business, managing employees, clients, contracts, and financial operations
- Negotiated contracts and managed vendor agreements for software, marketing, and operational support
- Established a successful business by identifying market needs and developing innovative solutions.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and effectively resolving issues.
- Led the strategic planning process to define business goals and ensure alignment across all departments.
- Oversaw financial management activities such as budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow monitoring for improved financial stability.
- Championed continuous improvement efforts within the organization, streamlining operations for increased efficiency.
- Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
- Streamlined operations, implementing efficient workflow processes that cut down on project completion times.
Curriculum Project Coordinator
Seattle & Hawaii Public Schools
01.2015 - 01.2020
- Led program development and team management within the education system, ensuring compliance with policies and operational efficiency
- Managed multi-level communication between staff, students, and administration, resolving conflicts and fostering a positive environment
- Oversaw budgeting and resource allocation to enhance department efficiency and performance
- Championed the adoption of new technologies or methodologies in order to stay current with industry trends and best practices.
- Integrated feedback from learners and stakeholders into iterative revisions of course content, enhancing its overall effectiveness over time.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Studies
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD06-2016
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Washington
Seattle, WA05-2014
Skills
- Property management
- Vendor coordination
- Budget management
- Copy writing & marketing
- Contract Compliance
- Data analysis
- Project management
- Team leadership
- Financial tracking
- Operational efficiency
- Tenant relations
- Maintenance scheduling
Timeline
Property Manager
Short-Term & Long-Term Rental Management
01.2020 - Current
Founder & Business Owner
Lisamarie Kowalik LLC
01.2017 - Current
Curriculum Project Coordinator
Seattle & Hawaii Public Schools
01.2015 - 01.2020
Master of Science - Educational Studies
Johns Hopkins University
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Washington
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