Ashley J. Levinstone

I bring a proven track record of operational leadership and driving results through end-to-end project management, from turning market research into actionable growth strategies to spearheading complex transaction lifecycles and large-scale organizational expansion. After several years of navigating the demands of independent business ownership, I am eager to channel that entrepreneurial agility and adaptability into a collaborative team environment, where I can help drive long-term operational success.

Principal Consultant & Asset Strategist - Independent Contractor- Fathom Realty

(2019-02)

• Orchestrating end-to-end complex business transactions, representing clients in the strategic acquisition and disposition of high-value property assets. (Providing 17 years of continuous real estate licensure with a 7-year tenure at current brokerage.)
• Spearheading the growth of client portfolios as a lead advisor, providing end-to-end guidance from initial site identification and detailed market analysis to asset underwriting and successful contract ratification.
• Offering a strategic business advisory service, providing all operational advisory and risk mitigation strategies for independent property owners, professionalizing their operations and guiding them to develop and implement "Best-in Class" management frameworks.

Regional Operations Manager - Keller Williams, Inc. - NY Tri-State Region Territory: NY, NJ, CT

(2015-04 - 2019-02)

• Managed operations, territory oversight, compliance, scalability, and cross-functional leadership for a distributed workforce of 12,000+ agents and personnel across 45 regional hubs.
• Engineered regional expansion strategies and market development roadmaps, launching 11 new regional hubs covering 60 zip codes and comprising over 4,000 new personnel.
• Oversaw hiring and development of office staff, conducting weekly calls to ensure productivity, compliance, alignment with company goals, and operational excellence.
• Traveled to Corporate HQ monthly to collaborate with corporate executives and act as liaison, reporting on compliance and growth throughout all regional hubs.
• Planned and executed large-scale regional training events & conferences throughout the region, personally leading many training sessions.

Marketing & Creative Director - Cox Media Group

(2013-10 - 2015-04)

• Orchestrated a comprehensive digital rebranding initiative, leveraging SEO-optimized listings and social media syndication to increase qualified lead volume for direct marketing.
• Leveraged advanced marketing analytics to monitor lead conversion and campaign ROI, delivering data-driven insights that optimized advertising spend and increased lead volume.
• Served as a member of the exclusive Digital Specialist Board for Cox Media Group/Valpak; Google Salesperson Certified.
• Tracked consumer responses and campaign performance, compiling data-driven reports and presentations.
• Managed Google AdWords, Google Analytics, & multi-channel marketing initiatives to optimize advertising effectiveness.

Leasing Operations Manager - VAP International, Inc

(2011-09 - 2013-10)

• Directed operations for a 600-unit asset portfolio, consistently achieving 96%+ occupancy through the execution of aggressive, data-backed growth and positioning strategies.
• Managed daily operational workflows, including client engagement, performance auditing, contract negotiations, service-level reporting, vendor relations, and market analysis.
• Maintained and optimized property management tools, CRM systems, and online databases for efficient operations.
• Oversaw marketing initiatives, tracked lead generation, and executed advertising campaigns to maximize occupancy rates.
• Directed the onboarding and lease-administration lifecycle, performing final audits of tenant underwriting to secure the asset's long-term cash flow.

Director, Residential Investing & Leasing - Blue Diamond Realty

(2009-09 - 2015-04)

• Guided the acquisition of residential properties for private investors, conducting comprehensive due diligence to ensure investment viability
• Facilitated off-market acquisitions by leveraging a proprietary network of distressed sellers, wholesalers, and pocket listings.
• Managed comprehensive market volatility reports, advising clients on neighborhood gentrification trends, rent growth projections, and localized supply/demand shifts. Evaluated the viability of residential acquisition opportunities.
• Led all lead generation and client acquisition efforts for residential rentals and leases.
• Orchestrated the division's workflow, ensuring 100% compliance with Fair Housing laws, local rent control ordinances, and state-mandated disclosures.

Brokerage Operations Lead - Lois DeCaro Realtors, LLC.

(2005-01 - 2009-09)

• Directed full-cycle operational workflows, architecting the administrative, financial, and compliance frameworks necessary to support a high-volume, fast-paced business.
• Managed the implementation and integration of advanced technology to streamline agent workflows in a rapidly evolving market. Provided strategic brokerage-wide technical support for all platforms.
• Orchestrated the procurement and management of vendor relationships, negotiating service contracts that reduced annual office overhead.
• Managed brokerage licensing and renewals, ensuring all associated agents maintained active, compliant status with local and national boards.
• Spearheaded a rigorous internal audit and quality control protocol, ensuring 100% compliance with regulatory standards and industry-mandated protocols.

Master of Business Administration - Business Management - Centenary University (2014)

Bachelor of Arts - English and Creative Writing - Montclair State University (2011)