BENNETT DWAYNE SMOTHERS

**** ******* *****, *******, ** 30316

PHONE 678-***-**** ● E-MAIL aczfrk@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE

Property Management career oriented determined professional who is highly motivated in quest of a career opportunity that will support my experience, versatility, and my professionalism.

PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE

Multi-Site Manager- Radco Residential, Atlanta, GA (June 2016-Present)

Supported a trio of assets consisting of 225 apartments while directly managing a add-to-value asset of 636 apartments. Directly managing all capital projects including interior and exterior renovations. Increased average occupancy from 88% to 92% while reducing delinquency from 6% to .095%. Achieved renewal increases of 7% consistently. Recently transferred to oversee newest add-to-value acquisition in the Sandy Springs area-532 units. Directly managing all capital projects including interior and exterior renovations- 9K planned. Maintaining 97% occupancy and less than 1% delinquency with a renewal increase percentage average of 8%.

Property Manager, Hawthorne Residential, Nashville, TN (February 2015- June 2016)

Managed 323 unit community within 10 minutes of the heart of downtown Nashville. Directly managing all capital projects including ongoing interior and exterior renovations. Oversaw 2 million renovation project in 2015 and additional 1 million scheduled for 2016. Maintained average occupancy of 95.6 for 2015 with current occupancy of 95% while achieving renewal increases of 10-17% with a 50% conversion ratio. Increased GPR 3% in 2015, Rental Income 5.26%, Other Income 71%, and NOI 8.4%. Delinquency maintained around 1%. Managing and mentoring a team of 10 associates. Awarded Manager of the Year for 2015.

Property Manager, Atlantic Pacific Management, Atlanta, GA (September 2014- February 2015)

Managed a 277 luxury community in the heart of midtown. Directly managed all capital projects including full exterior and interior renovations. Maintaining stable occupancy of 95% while achieving renewal increases on average from 5-7% with a capture ratio of 40% consistently. Continuing to increase GP month over month while maintaining expenses within budgeted guidelines and exceeding NOI month over month. Support, train, and continue to develop team for growth. Decreased delinquency from 6% upon arrival to 1%.

Multi-Site Manager, Bell Partners Inc., Atlanta, GA (March 2009- August 2014)

Multi-Site Manager- Managed two add-to-value assets (Enclave- 200 units & Poplar- 324 units). Increased average occupancy YOY by 3%. Exceeded budgeted NOI at both assets by $30K+ in 2013. Improved GP at both assets by 3%. Completed full renovations and managed rehab budgeting. Exceed budget in turnover expenses and continually increase total income. Continually maintain average occupancy of 95% at both assets.

Successfully managed a504 unit high profile apartment community, Residences at Morgan Falls with great accomplishments. Increased overall occupancy from 86% to a stabilized 98% within a short time frame. Regained positive cash flow for asset while maintaining a delinquency percentage of 1-2%. Fully managed traditional turns to full rehab make readies.

Successfully managed a multi-million dollar renovation asset that consisted of 464 units, Elements at Vinings. Increased occupancy from 78% to 90% within a four month time frame. Reduced exposure rate from 25% to 9% and decreased delinquency from $18,000 to less than 1% of collected rental amount. Managed rehab operations as well as property and operational aspects of asset. Trained, mentored, and support new hire Property Managers and Regional Managers.

Property Manager, Lyon Management Group, Inc., Atlanta, GA (October 2006-October 2008)

Directly responsible for directing a 592 unit apartment community, toward the accomplishment of the company’s key goals and objectives by use of effective financial management, marketing techniques, and optimum utilization of personnel resources. Increasing property’s revenue while decreasing expenses. Maintain stable occupancies through aggressive renewal programs and leasing incentives. Decreased overall delinquency by 75% within a 1 month period. Present monthly financial progress report to all Owners and Investors.

SKILLS/ACHIEVEMENT Computer skills: Onesite, Yield Star, Ops Technology, MRI, AMSI, YARDI, Windows, Microsoft Word, Works, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Publisher, EAP (Enterprise Analytical Portal). Multiple Leasing and Managerial awards with each company. Certified in Fair Housing & Sexual Harassment, Completed many ongoing Advanced Training through the Atlanta Apartment Association and Management Companies.

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