JESSICA SKUDLAREK
ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT Avenue 5 Residential
2012
BEGAN WORKING IN MULTIFAMILY
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7,142
UNITS I OVERSEE
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150
EMPLOYEES I OVERSEE
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50 %
TIME SPENT WORKING FROM HOME
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◆ FIRST INDUSTRY JOB ?
Customer Support Associate with Equity Residential
◆ PIVOTAL MOMENT IN YOUR CAREER ?
The most pivotal moment in my career was when I was placed on an asset that was totally out of my wheelhouse and taken out of my comfort zone . This required me to expand on my strengths , utilize my resources and lean into the uncomfortable . This was the role that allowed me to build deep connections with my ownership group and later become their Regional Manager .
◆ WHAT WOULD YOU CHANGE ABOUT THE MULTIFAMILY INDUSTRY ?
More opportunities to work with legislation to develop regulations that provide a solution that is productive for both residents and ownership .
◆ TV SHOW BEST DESCRIBES YOUR MANAGEMENT STYLE ?
Ted Lasso- optimistic and determined . You don ' t have to be the most knowledgeable but rather more focused on what inspires , motivates , and creates synergy for the team .
◆ MOST IMPACTFUL PERSON IN YOUR CAREER ?
I ' ve been lucky to have many inspirational influences in my professional career but without a doubt my Vice President , Lindsey Shepard has been the most impactful . Professionally she ' s been my biggest cheerleader , challenged me when necessary and empowered me to grow .
◆ FAVORITE TEAM-BUILDING ACTIVITY ?
So many favorites but my absolute favorite is escape rooms . So much fun watching everyone ' s instinctual reactions ; who takes charge , who plans and who just jumps in .
◆ YOUR IDEAL LONG WEEKEND ?
I love spending time with my husband and two kids . We have such busy lives that a long weekend with no plans or commitments sounds amazing . Throw in some golf and I ' m a happy girl !
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