KW PROPERTY MANAGEMENT & CONSULTING, a premier Florida-based association management company, welcomes seasoned professional Jeff Lessey as KWPMC’s new Regional Vice President overseeing the Central Florida market. Lessey is based in Orlando, where KWPMC is experiencing significant portfolio expansion.

Lessey is an accomplished operations executive with more than 20 years of experience in community management. He most recently served as a Vice President at FirstService Residential, with full responsibility of more than 70 community management assignments, including condominiums, townhomes, single-family residences and new developments. Lessey’s diverse experience also includes roles as Chief Operating Officer of Elite Resort Group and multiple leadership positions at SPM Resorts (now known as Capital Vacations) in South Carolina.

KWPMC recently announced the addition of three new Orlando community assignments totaling nearly 2,000 units. The company now oversees management of Cascades of Groveland Homeowners’ Association, Inc. (a Trilogy-branded community), Solaire at the Plaza and Star Tower.

“Jeff Lessey joins us at an ideal time, given the increased demand for our services in Central Florida,” said KWPMC Chief Operating Officer Jorge Lago. “Jeff’s background in traditional property management, community management and hospitality fit seamlessly with the different residential product types in the region. He will play a critical role in ensuring our continued operational excellence across Central Florida.”

As KWPMC continues to expand its footprint across Florida, KWPMC also added industry veteran Mark King as its new Director of Talent Acquisition. The addition of King to the leadership team reflects the company's dedication to fostering a dynamic and skilled workforce. His expertise will play a key role in attracting new team members who align with KWPMC's commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction.

Based in Miami, King has more than two decades of talent acquisition experience in the property management, real estate and hospitality industries – among other sectors. His association management background includes serving as Director of Talent Acquisition/Executive Recruiter at Marquis Association Management. King also co-founded Recruiter Network – South Florida, an industry group that brings together more than 225 professionals from more than 75 employers to share best practices.

One of the fastest-growing property management companies in the U.S., KWPMC manages more than 100,000 units and employs 2,600 team members. 

Miami Dade College’s (MDC) Construction Pre-apprenticeship Program continues expanding with the addition of KW Property Management & Consulting (KWPMC) as a new employer partner. KWPMC is currently training and hiring Heating, Air Conditioning, and Ventilation (HVAC) pre-apprentices in a 12-month program that blends classroom instruction with paid on-the-job training for workers with little to no experience. Class instruction is being held at MDC’s North Campus.

“We’re so pleased to welcome yet another viable partner to complement Miami Dade College’s strategic imperative of amplifying social mobility and economic opportunity for all in our community,” said MDC’s Executive Vice President and Provost Dr. Malou C. Harrison.

The pre-apprenticeship utilizes the ‘learn as you earn’ model, providing on-the-job training, related technical instruction, mentorship, guaranteed wages, and a nationally recognized credential. With support from state and federal grants, the program offers free tuition, health insurance, books, and work tools. Program incentives allow employers to attract and retain highly qualified employees to meet their workforce needs.

“At KWPMC, our HVAC systems experts keep high-rise condominium buildings and large HOA communities up and running and save associations substantial money on future repairs,” said KWPMC Director of Engineering Sherwin Lewis. “Through this exciting partnership with Miami Dade College, we will prepare individuals for a rewarding career pathway in a field that is always in high demand. We have three students in our pilot program and intend to expand to around 18 students annually. The program combines classroom instruction with mentoring and on-the-job training to give aspiring HVAC professionals the knowledge and problem-solving skills they need to be successful.”

MDC is Florida’s first academic institution to receive the designation of Program Sponsor by the Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) and named Apprenticeship Ambassador by the United States Department of Labor. Since its inception, the MDC Apprenticeship Program has grown significantly and is an increasingly popular career pathway for job seekers and employers. The College currently sponsors 21 Registered Apprenticeship Programs and Pre-apprenticeship programs in the following industries: Advanced Manufacturing, Automotive, Aviation, Business, Education, Finance, Health Sciences, Hospitality, Information Technology, and Logistics and Transportation.

“At Miami Dade College, we pride ourselves on being at the forefront of expanding economic opportunities to the Miami-Dade community through innovative educational and workforce development models, including apprenticeship programs,” said Dr. Alexia Q. Rolle, Dean of Career and Technical Education and Chair of the MDC Apprenticeship and Pre-apprenticeship Program. “Our Registered Apprenticeship and Pre-apprenticeship Programs in several targeted industries build on this vision. The Construction Pre-apprenticeship program focuses on high-demand occupations in Electrical, HVAC, and Plumbing. These programs provide paid employment and training and secure a talent pipeline.”

KW PROPERTY MANAGEMENT & CONSULTING, a premier Florida-based association management company, added three new community assignments totaling nearly 2,000 units in the Orlando market. The company now oversees management of the sprawling Trilogy community within Cascades at Groveland, Solaire at the Plaza and Star Tower.

Trilogy is an active adult community with almost 1,200 single-family homes located in Groveland, just 30 miles west of Orlando. The popular gated community offers energy-efficient residences, pedestrian-friendly streets and Magnolia House, a 57,000-square-foot resort-style clubhouse, home to a fitness center, an indoor swimming pool, a full restaurant and bar, a sports lounge and an art studio. The restaurant is managed by the KWPMC Food & Beverage division, which provides F&B services including daily culinary operations, customized menus, poolside dining and cocktails, and elegant clubhouse dining.

Solaire at the Plaza is a 30-story, 306-unit condominium tower located in downtown Orlando. It was one of the city’s tallest buildings at the time of its completion in 2007.

Star Tower is a 16-story condominium building with 100 units ranging from 1,150 to 3,600 square feet. Completed in 2007, the property is just south of Orlando’s Lake Eola with easy access to Thornton Park.

“This expansion reflects our commitment to our Orlando-area portfolio,” said KWPMC Senior Vice President Zuly Maribona, who oversees the company’s growth from Southwest Florida through Tampa, Orlando, and Jacksonville. “These distinct properties underscore KWPMC’s ability to enhance a full array of communities ranging from high-rise condominium towers to large HOA communities. As Orlando continues to experience tremendous growth and development activity, we are well-positioned to accommodate increased demand for our services.”

One of the fastest-growing property management companies in the U.S., KWPMC manages more than 100,000 units and employs 2,600 team members. Since its inception, the company has experienced tremendous growth organically and has heavily invested in technology, even developing its own digital platform.

CPA brings over two decades of experience to premier association management company

MIAMI – May 7, 2024 – KW PROPERTY MANAGEMENT & CONSULTING, a premier Florida-based association management company, significantly enhanced its executive team with the addition of Suzel Broe as Chief Financial Officer – Financial Services. Based in Miami, Broe will leverage her accomplished accounting background for the benefit of KWPMC’s clients.

A Certified Public Accountant, Broe has over two decades of experience as a business owner, consultant and senior accounting professional with a Big-4 accounting background. Her major clients included Restaurant Brands International (NYSE: QSR), University of Miami, Cyxtera Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: CYXT) and AppGate Inc.

Broe most recently served as CFO of Orion Real Estate Group. She is versed in simultaneously managing multiple clients and complex projects. Broe’s experience includes accounting policy implementation; purchase accounting and acquisition integration; due diligence related to business acquisitions; accounting systems conversions, integration and standardization of policies and procedures; strategic finance and planning; modeling; and operations.

“We are thrilled to welcome Suzel Broe to the KWPMC family,” KWPMC President Katalina Cruz said. “Her unique expertise and experience will come in handy as our portfolio expands and the management and consulting needs of our clients evolve.”

Broe earned her Master of Accounting from Florida State University.

“I have known the top executives at KWPMC for many years and admired what they have built since launching the company in 2004,” Broe said. “I cannot wait to work directly with them to continue KWPMC’s incredible momentum and ensure our clients continue to receive the highest-quality accounting services.”

KWPMC is one of the fastest-growing property management companies in the U.S., with over 90,000 homes under management and 2,600 employees. The company has developed its own digital platform and grown organically since inception.

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About KWPMC: KWPMC is headquartered in Miami with offices across Florida in Fort Lauderdale, Bonita Springs/Naples, Tampa/Clearwater, Orlando and Jacksonville; as well as Bimini Bay in the Bahamas. The company has more than 2,600 employees and operates with the mission to provide the highest-quality property management services including exceptional accounting, knowledge-based maintenance and dedication to superior customer service and hospitality. From upscale high-rises, to homeowners’ associations and garden-style townhomes, KWPMC meets the needs of 90,000 homeowners. KWPMC is part of Odevo, a fast-growing global leader in residential property management. For more information, visit www.kwpmc.com.