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Pamela Kovalewski

Pamela Kovalewski

Real Estate / Property Management /Renovations
DILLSBURG,PA

Summary

Well-qualified Executive Entrepreneur with proven success in business creation and development. Improving and streamlining efficient operations between departments, teams and executive level management by utilizing personality, passion, strengths and unique talents. Looking to benefit a company with unique skillsets and knowledge base in Business Start Ups, Real Estate, Property Management, Maintenance, Renovations, Sales & Marketing and More. Bringing strong business skills, character and integrity that creates growth, trust and cohesiveness. Motivating, educating and encouraging team members and problem solving. Highly proficient in building lasting relationships with key decision makers, customers and team members to further company goals. Ready to leverage background and experience to take on new professional challenges.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Real Estate Agent and Property Manager

Clavis Property Management
02.2019 - Current
  • Establlished foundation and structure of Property Management Firm. Defined and developed mission focus on high end single family rentals, executive homes, luxury homes, luxury loft developments, high end townhome communities, HOA's.
  • Handled all day to day operations
  • Utilized quick books financial tracking until puchase of Buildium management software system
  • Oversight of admin and bookkeeping departments, data implementation of owners, tenants, HOA data into system, ensure all pertinent files are uploaded into owner and tenant accounts
  • Monthly audits of Buildium Property Management and leasing data management, ensuring all records are in compliance with state laws
  • Implement policy and procedures, create employee manual and job descriptions.
  • Acquire new investor properties to manage
  • Facilitate all new intake property nspections, develop complete renovation or turn over lists, provide estimates, implement and over see projects
  • Handle all Management Agreement contracts, Listing Contracts
  • Advise investors, handle property searches for clients base, (90% out of state or out of country.) Turn over potential investment properties to Real Estate Department to take from offer to completion.
  • Communicated with investors to understand property needs and preferences
  • Developed trust and rapport with investor base, increasing profits through exceptional communication skills, exemplary customer service and actionable success by increasing rent rates and profits, reducing maintenance costs and tenant turn overs
  • Handle all leasing functions, property marketing, establishing strong perimeters to qualify applicants, showings, finalizing tenants, preparing leases , intake of proper payments and fees, setting tenant expectations for property care and reveiwing any special requirements required by tenants per property.
  • Achieved and maintain high tenant retention with less than 10% turnover rates
  • Wrote listings detailing and professionally highlighting property features to increase quality tenant placements
  • Develop networking, investor and realtor marketing base
  • Develop full service Renovation/Maintenance Division within Clavis Property Management to facilitate full service capabilities for all investor and management needs
  • Build renovation contracts, project estimates with, contractors and trades
  • Implement project development of all intake properties. Determine renovation or turnover needs, handle project planning and design, source contractors, handle project management, sourcing and purchasing of design items, all hard goods, implement and over see all outside trade needs within budget, design plan and keep schedules on time
  • Maintained connections with clients to encourage repeat business and referrals

Owner

The Frugal Decorator
01.2002 - 05.2021
  • Founded, developed niche design / remodel company specializing in affordable kitchens and baths, home design, decorating needs, assist homeowners in achieving their visions with realistic and acheiveable budgets
  • Managed day-to-day business operations while building and growing new Property Management Company
  • Established foundational processes for business operations
  • Developed, implemented all marketing and branding programs
  • Created and monitored promotional approaches to increase sales and profit levels
  • Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations
  • Continually monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends
  • Aligned branding initiatives and sales strategies with client goals and instituted Integrity Partner Program with vendor base
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Generated revenues yearly and effectively capitalized on industry growth
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs, develop design plans and project budgets to provide optimal solutions.
  • Plan, source, purchase all design supplies, source and hire all contractors, trades required for project, negotiate all pricing and contracts.
  • Developed local contractor, trade and supply vendor base
  • Developed national trade program vendor base to facilitate cost management and consistent supply chain for efficient management of project design needs.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts and costs
  • Oversee Bookkeeper, and website team
  • Reconciled daily sales, returns and financial reports in QuickBooks
  • Handled all project implementation, coordination and management
  • Created and implemented all marketing, networking, sales and development
  • Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers
  • Remain up-to-date on current trends and products in construction, renovations, design industry to achieve new outlets for inventory and supply accounts
  • Produced 250k to 500k in annual revenue as independent designer
  • Closed company in 2021 to roll full renovation services into new divison for Property Management company

Owner

New Leaf Transition
02.2008 - 10.2019
  • Conceptualized, developed, launched full service Premier Senior Transition company to fill niche in senior market place.
  • Assist seniors in prepping homes for sale in preparation for downsizing with sister company, The Frugal Decorator
  • Managed day-to-day business operations for two concurrent companies
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions to downsizing needs
  • Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, costs, training development.
  • Recruited, hired, trained downsizing and professional moving personnel, established all key internal functions and scope of positions, job functions, responsibilities for company.
  • Supplied professional packing teams to partner moving companies supporting their unskilled labor deficiencies, creating outside revenue sources.
  • Developed and implemented white glove training program for specialty moving crew.
  • Trained, motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Provided Planning, Project Management of Full Service Downsizing Service: Estate Clean Outs. Sorting , Purging, Organizing, Sorting, Dispersal of Unwanted Goods, Professional Packing, Logistics, Interstate, Intrastate Moving, Moving Brokerage.
  • Implemented unique full scope community education program through senior service organizations, events, businesses, healthcare, and religious organizations offering speaking programs, educational learning sessions on downsizing processes, current real estate market , renovations and home preparation for sale.
  • Developed unique marketing program by partnering with Independent senior communities, 55+, Assisted living, personal care communities, nursing homes, senior organizations, senior community centers and direct marketing to seniors and their families.
  • Sold Company in 2019

Home Improvement Sales / Show Development

Multiple Companies
07.2001 - 04.2008
  • Planned and developed Full Show Department for several home improvement companies covering multiple states in AZ, NM, NV, OR, CA, PA
  • Designed, planned and built custom portable show displays for 40 x 40 show booths
  • Designed/ Buildout of 24 ft Show truck with custom interior for display transport and show supplies
  • Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment
  • Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins
  • Developed training program for on floor show staff, telemarketing and appointment setters.
  • Developed Marketing program offering free home improvement drawings enticing customer sign ups, setting immediate appointments for home improvement sales department.
  • Event Planning
  • Sourcing, planning yearly show staffing and schedules
  • Created $1 million dollars in additional revenue in 6 mo for each company with continued upward department growth.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve target results
  • Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication
  • Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic
  • Developed, motivated and encouraged success driven show team on how to increase income levels, presentation, communication and raporrt building skills in staff.

Education

High School Diploma -

Parkview High School Plus 3 Yrs College
Springfield, MO
06.1978

Skills

  • Experienced Entrepreneur
  • Home Improvement /Renovations/ Construction industry experience of nearly 30 years
  • Problem Solver, Outside The Box Thinker, Big Picture Focused
  • Leadership and Team Building
  • Strong Communications and Intrapersonal Skills
  • Sales and Marketing/Public Speaking
  • Business and Profit Center Development, Lead Generation Programs
  • Licensed Real Estate Agent /Investor/Professional Property Manager/Flipping Specialist/
  • Familiar with Microsoft 365, Google Teams, Buildium PM Software
  • Client Management and Development
  • NO Degrees Hands on knowledge, experience, self motivated and driven to succeed
  • Real estate experience

Passions and Hobbies

Travel, Bad Golfing, Fishing, Travel Trailer Expeditions, Playing With Friends and Family and Living Life Fully and Passionately

Timeline

Licensed Real Estate Agent and Property Manager

Clavis Property Management
02.2019 - Current

Owner

New Leaf Transition
02.2008 - 10.2019

Owner

The Frugal Decorator
01.2002 - 05.2021

Home Improvement Sales / Show Development

Multiple Companies
07.2001 - 04.2008

High School Diploma -

Parkview High School Plus 3 Yrs College

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