Career Spotlight: Amy Fernandez
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Name: Amy Fernandez
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Tell us about your career:
My property management career began when I walked into my apartment’s leasing office with a question concerning a notice that had gone out. The property manager asked if I wanted to apply for the soon-to-be-available leasing position. Eight years later and I’m still thriving in this industry! I’ve had the pleasure of wearing a number of different hats in property management. From leasing and then community manager to working at the corporate level as a property accountant, a trainer, and in marketing, I’ve had the opportunity to experience so much of what this industry has to offer. I’ve even gotten to practice a little maintenance!
My current role brings me so much joy as it allows me to focus on my passion for people and fostering their success. As a Training and Development Manager, I have the privilege of working both for and with industry professionals at the site level. Tasked with finding new ways to improve their on-site experiences and applauding their achievements, I am living my definition of career fulfillment.
I look forward to the new challenges and adventures that my career in property management will bring me!
What advice do you have for someone just starting in your field:
After spending the majority of my adult life in the food service industry, I want to share that this industry has almost unlimited potential for growth. Try new roles, find your passion and nothing will be able to hold you back from being successful!
Anything else you would like to share:
Every single position and every single person in this industry is important. Remember to treat them as such.