Tressa Walker
Stockbridge,GA
Summary
Seasoned Senior Real Estate Manager with expertise in property sales, client relationship management, and market analysis. Skilled in interpreting real estate trends and tailoring strategies to meet diverse market demands. Known for strong negotiation abilities that deliver value to both clients and organizations. Proven experience leading and mentoring high-performing teams to exceed sales goals and operational benchmarks. Drives revenue growth while maintaining compliance with industry regulations and ethical standards. Collaborates seamlessly with cross-functional teams, fosters client loyalty, and consistently meets or exceeds sales targets in competitive environments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Asset Manager
Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA)
05.2024 - Current
- Identify new revenue opportunities and investment returns for existing agreements and new business development
- Serve as primary point of contact for property transactions, conducting site visits and managing client communications
- Manage bid solicitation processes in partnership with procurement teams
- Collaborate with multiple stakeholders (municipalities, community organizations, developers) to align strategic initiatives
- Maintain lease management database and reporting systems, generating budget reports and revenue projections.
- Lead and mentor team members while managing external contractors
Associate Broker
Evernest Property Management
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Developed a robust business pipeline by cultivating strong networking opportunities and establishing solid partnerships across Georgia.
- Consistently delivered exceptional customer experiences, ensuring satisfaction throughout the investment real estate sales lifecycle.
- Achieved sales totaling $8M in 2022 by focusing on efficient transactions of income-producing properties.
- Spearheaded detailed negotiations between buyers and sellers, playing a pivotal role in the successful completion of numerous sales.
- Provided expert advice to sellers regarding strategic property enhancements, ensuring maximum value at the time of listing.
Regional Property Manager
Landa Holdings
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Managed a portfolio of 150+ single-family homes.
- Interfaced seamlessly between tenants and company leadership to ensure timely rent assessment, updates, and repairs and continued legal compliance.
- Championed the creation, structuring, and direction of the Property Management Division to amplify oversight capabilities and efficiencies for all Landa units.
- Generated additional revenues by increasing the value of existing properties and reducing vacancy rates.
- Consistently exceeded occupancy targets, leveraging social media marketing, search engine optimizations, and traditional advertising methods to drive interest in target demographics.
Senior Property Manager
Aderhold Properties
01.2012 - 01.2019
- Directed daily operations for 650-unit loft community, including section 8, LIHTC, maximizing occupancy rates, coordinating training for 15+ administrative and maintenance staff and developing budgets and business plans with the Vice President of Property Management.
- Increased revenue by 30% within three years while reducing annual budget by 15% to enhance profit margins.
- Negotiated vendor contracts and obtained and reviewed bids for capital improvement and regular maintenance.
- Oversaw the development and implementation of property improvement plans by communicating openly with tenants, reconciling delinquent accounts with vendors, and reorganizing staff-to-management relationships.
Multi-Site Property Manager
SMP Property Management
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Supported fulfillment and upkeep of company-owned properties, including new acquisitions and existing units.
- Independently coordinated all talent management processes.
- Conducted site tours, pitched opportunities for potential investors, and facilitated new property takeovers through in-depth lease audits and staff evaluations.
- Ensured the timely completion of interior and exterior property inspections, generating work orders with vendors and overseeing the scheduling and execution of maintenance jobs.
- Analyzed market conditions, occupancy trends, competitive pricing, and product positioning to assist in sales forecasting, budget development, and cost controls.
Area Property Manager
Campus Apartments
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Directed the operation of a multi-site portfolio of 2 Student Housing luxury communities (692 units)
- Oversaw all phases of the operation of a property including, residence life, leasing, general administration, maintenance, and telecommunications for multiple student focused properties.
- Supervised and managed the day-to-day financial operations of 25-million-dollar facility.
- Served as the liaison between Vendors, University, Residents, and Corporate Office.
Eastern Regional Manager
Campus Crest Student Properties
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Managed all aspects of property management for five properties across the southeast, ensuring optimal operations and financial performance, contributing to a 25% increase in revenue.
- Created and implemented property management programs for three operating properties and two lease-up properties, enhancing operational efficiency by 30%.
- Assisted in the preparation of annual budgets totaling $18.0 million, ensuring accurate financial planning and monitoring, achieving a 10% reduction in costs.
General Manager
Campus Crest Student Properties
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Spearheaded the management of 492 beds, achieving a 100% occupancy rate two months ahead of pre-leasing schedule, by screening rental applicants, responding to tenant concerns, and ensuring compliance with all codes and regulations.
- Created and implemented property management programs for three operating properties, resulting in a 33% increase in Pre-leasing Net Operating Income.
- Managed 12+ staff members, including office personnel, sales manager, and leasing professionals, and negotiated 475 new property leases, amounting to $2.5M in base rent commitment.
Education
Master - Property Management
Drexel University
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications
University of West Georgia
Skills
- Real Estate Sales/Leasing
- Strategic Market Planning
- Project Management
- Team Mentorship
- Analysis/Forecasting
- Transaction Management
- Contract Negotiation
- Client/Investor Relations
- Vendor Communication
- Property Management
- Asset allocation
- Real estate management
- Property management
- Property accountability
Certification
- Real Estate Graduate Certificate, Drexel University
- Real Estate License, Georgia Institute of Real Estate
- Certified Apartment Manager, The National Apartment Association Education Institute
- Management Specialist Certification, North Georgia Technical College
Affiliations
- Certified Apartment Manager
Timeline
Senior Asset Manager
Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA)
05.2024 - Current
Associate Broker
Evernest Property Management
01.2021 - 01.2024
Regional Property Manager
Landa Holdings
01.2019 - 01.2021
Senior Property Manager
Aderhold Properties
01.2012 - 01.2019
Multi-Site Property Manager
SMP Property Management
01.2011 - 01.2012
Area Property Manager
Campus Apartments
01.2008 - 01.2010
Eastern Regional Manager
Campus Crest Student Properties
01.2006 - 01.2008
General Manager
Campus Crest Student Properties
01.2005 - 01.2006
Master - Property Management
Drexel University
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications
University of West Georgia
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