Staci Murawski
Norfolk,VA
Summary
Operations leader with 20+ years of experience in property management, consulting, hospitality, and global logistics. Skilled in process improvement, compliance, and financial oversight, with a record of boosting efficiency and guiding teams through transitions. Known for balancing operational rigor with people-focused leadership.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Property Manager Office Administrator
Covenant Property Services
Norfolk, Virginia
03.2020 - Current
- Directed full operations during the ownership transition; oversaw all on-site operations for a 74-unit historic property, including rent roll, tenant/prospect relations, maintenance, vendor contracts, budgets, reporting, and legal compliance.
- Manage AP/AR, prepare and respond to corporate reporting, and process screenings and audits.
- Serve as the primary contact for the police and sheriff's department, coordinate evictions, ensure legal compliance, and act as the incident safety officer, logging reports and de-escalating conflicts.
- Directed major capital improvements, all aligned with historic registry standards and upgraded building safety and security systems.
- Modernized units with upgraded features and finishes, updated signage throughout the property, and improved accessibility with ADA compliance.
- Advocated for a balance between preservation and modernization; presented design proposals to ownership and the city council; conducted full property 3D spatial mapping for the historical tax credit application.
- Strengthened tenant engagement through town hall meetings, a resident-led community garden, and a digital resource hub consolidating amenities and programs.
- Streamlined SOPs and compliance systems, creating inspection-ready binders, documenting processes, and overseeing staff performance
Owner/Operator
Murawski Management
Norfolk, Virginia
11.2017 - Current
- Advise small businesses, property owners, and community organizations on operations, compliance, marketing, and customer engagement strategies.
- Deliver process improvements and training programs, creating tools and resources that streamline workflows and strengthen organizational performance.
Operations Manager
SunnySide Associates
Norfolk, Virginia
02.2018 - 02.2025
- Managed daily operations for a portfolio of nine properties and seven associates, covering leasing, compliance, maintenance, vendor contracts, and financials.
- Revitalized a 74-unit historic property, restoring 12 uninhabitable apartments, and modernizing outdated units with standardized finishes to code compliance.
- Increased revenue by introducing market-based renewal programs that replaced flat-rate increases and brought legacy contracts to competitive levels.
- Directed capital improvements: demolished unsafe structures, including the demolition of unsafe facilities, rebuilt storage and maintenance housing, and boiler efficiency improvements.
- Transformed property operations from reactive to proactive by coordinating staff and contractors on safety upgrades, partnering with agencies for resident support, and launching a workforce program that transitioned 6 reentry participants into independent contracting roles.
Special Events Coordinator
Pleasant Valley Country Club
Little Rock, Arkansas
05.2017 - 11.2017
- Planned and executed member and corporate events, coordinating vendors, schedules, and budgets to deliver seamless experiences.
- Collaborated with clients and staff to customize event logistics, ensuring service quality, and repeat engagement.
FOH Manager
JSS Restaurants
Little Rock, Arkansas
12.2014 - 05.2017
- Managed front-of-house operations, including scheduling, invoicing, inventory, and administrative support for sales tracking.
- Trained and supervised staff to improve service quality, customer engagement, and overall performance.
- Collaborated with back-of-house staff and management teams to streamline workflows, enhancing efficiency and guest experience.
Small Business Co-Owner
DMD Enterprises
Anchorage, Alaska
08.2014 - 02.2015
- Co-founded and operated a community-focused venture supporting housing and charitable initiatives, including transitional housing for women leaving domestic violence shelters.
- Partnered with local organizations to raise funds, oversaw the construction projects, and secured permits to advance community development efforts.
Process Improvement Engineer
Self-employeed
Norfolk, Virginia
02.2011 - 06.2014
- Advised 26 partner organizations on operational efficiency, workflow optimization, and compliance strategies.
- Developed documentation, reporting systems, and training programs that improved accuracy, accountability, and organizational performance.
Shipping & Logistics Specialist
Several Sources
Norfolk, Virginia
03.1999 - 12.2011
- Employers: AP Moller MAERSK, CMA-CGM, ZIM Integrated Shipping, T. Parker Host, DB Schenker
- Advanced through progressive roles in hazardous materials compliance, export/import global documentation, invoice management, and collections.
- Supervised hazardous cargo shipments under FMC compliance, ensuring safety and regulatory standards.
- Re-engineered accounting and invoice processes, trained staff, and developed SOPs.
- Collaborated with international offices and mentored teams through audits and operational transitions.
- Partnered with international and domestic trade commissions on the development and pilot implementation of intelligent rating software, providing data capture and operational feedback prior to its full release.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education/Behavior Psychology
Pulaski Technical College
North Little Rock, AR05-2004
Conservative Program - Costume Design And Black Box Theater
The Reparatory Theater
Little Rock, AR05-1996
High School Diploma -
Parkview Performance Arts School
Little Rock, AR05-1995
Skills
- Operations/Project Management
- Vendor/Contract Negotiation
- Budgeting/Financial Reporting/AP/AR Systems
- Compliance/Safety Oversight/Process Improvement
Affiliations
- Founder : Safe Artist Initiative (2025); Co-Founder : VA Costumer's Guild (2021)
- Owner/Operator : Squirgly Shoppe (est. 2009)
- Talent: VA LIving Historian's Guild (2000-2005)
- Child Advocate : CASA Program (2001-2020)
- Member: League of Women Voters (2021)
- Community based Theater & Film Participation (lifetime involvement)
Timeline
Property Manager Office Administrator
Covenant Property Services
03.2020 - Current
Operations Manager
SunnySide Associates
02.2018 - 02.2025
Owner/Operator
Murawski Management
11.2017 - Current
Special Events Coordinator
Pleasant Valley Country Club
05.2017 - 11.2017
FOH Manager
JSS Restaurants
12.2014 - 05.2017
Small Business Co-Owner
DMD Enterprises
08.2014 - 02.2015
Process Improvement Engineer
Self-employeed
02.2011 - 06.2014
Shipping & Logistics Specialist
Several Sources
03.1999 - 12.2011
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education/Behavior Psychology
Pulaski Technical College
Conservative Program - Costume Design And Black Box Theater
The Reparatory Theater
High School Diploma -
Parkview Performance Arts School
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