Kacee DeVore

Results-driven operations executive with more than 13 years of progressive leadership experience directing financial operations, business strategy, human resources, compliance, contract administration, and organizational performance across multiple industries, including luxury hospitality, healthcare, logistics, legal services, real estate, and professional services. Proven expertise leading profitable operational initiatives, managing corporate financial performance, improving organizational efficiency, and building scalable business systems that support sustainable growth. Trusted advisor to executive leadership with extensive experience overseeing budgeting, cash flow management, payroll, tax compliance, insurance administration, legal coordination, vendor negotiations, and enterprise-wide operational excellence.

Recognized for strengthening organizations through strategic planning, fiscal accountability, process optimization, and collaborative leadership while consistently delivering measurable business results.

Director of Operations - Scott Schuman Inc. - Guyton, GA

(2010-05 - 2025-10)

• Managed day-to-day business operations, ensuring seamless coordination across administrative, financial, and project functions.
• Oversaw accounts receivable and accounts payable processes, including invoicing, purchase orders, payment tracking, and financial record maintenance.
• Coordinated business licensing, insurance renewals, permits, and regulatory documentation to maintain organizational compliance.
• Served as the primary point of contact for clients, vendors, contractors, and business partners, fostering long-term professional relationships through responsive communication and exceptional customer service.
• Negotiated pricing and coordinated purchasing activities with vendors and strategic partners to support cost-effective project execution.
• Managed project documentation and partnered with contractors and business stakeholders to coordinate project timelines, facilitate variance approvals, and monitor contractual obligations.
• Supported executive leadership by improving administrative workflows, organizing critical business documentation, and ensuring operational continuity across multiple concurrent projects.
• Represented the organization in meetings, trainings, and industry interactions, strengthening business relationships and supporting organizational objectives.

Director of Operations - Interluxe Group - Bluffton, SC

(2023-03 - 2024-01)

• Directed enterprise financial operations, including cash flow management, banking relationships, executive financial reporting, and oversight of corporate expenditures.
• Managed company tax coordination, regulatory compliance, business licensing, insurance administration, and corporate governance activities.
• Oversaw human resources operations for a team of 75+, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, payroll reviews, benefits administration, and workforce planning.
• Led a $3 million corporate acquisition and build-out from budgeting and financial coordination through project completion.
• Managed legal correspondence, contract administration, litigation support, and external professional relationships with legal counsel, banking institutions, vendors, and contractors.
• Developed organizational systems that improved accountability, operational structure, and cross-department collaboration while supporting continued company growth.

Director of Operations - Keller Williams Affiliates – Robin Boan Group; Chelsea Phillips Group; & Rise Realty - Savannah, GA / Charlotte, NC

(2019-01 - 2021-01)

Served as the operational and financial leader for three high-performing Keller Williams real estate organizations, partnering directly with ownership to develop scalable business operations, improve financial performance, and drive organizational growth. Built operational infrastructure that enabled agents to maximize productivity while ensuring financial accountability, regulatory compliance, and exceptional client service.

• Directed all business operations, overseeing finance, human resources, transaction management, marketing, business development, and administrative functions.
• Designed and implemented standardized operating procedures, workflow automation, and accountability systems that increased organizational efficiency and improved team performance.
• Managed full-cycle financial operations, including budgeting, payroll, accounts payable and receivable, commission reconciliation, forecasting, and profit-and-loss reporting.
• Developed executive dashboards and performance metrics that enabled data-driven decision-making and improved operational visibility.
• Built and maintained operational systems, manuals, and database management systems that streamlined client engagement and enhanced business scalability.
• Led recruitment, onboarding, training, coaching, and performance management of administrative and business development professionals, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Oversaw all real estate transactions from contract execution through closing, ensuring compliance with brokerage standards, legal requirements, and client expectations.
• Directed marketing strategy, social media initiatives, client communications, email campaigns, and event planning to strengthen brand visibility and support business growth.
• Served as the primary liaison for clients, vendors, and business partners, proactively resolving complex issues while maintaining a high standard of customer satisfaction.
• Partnered with ownership to identify operational risks, improve financial controls, and implement strategic initiatives that supported long-term organizational growth.

Bachelor of Science - Valdosta State University (2005-08 - 2010-05)