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Frances Bunny Porteous

Vancouver,BC

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at First Service Residential Property Management, adept in project management and customer service. Excelled in enhancing customer satisfaction and managing multimillion-dollar budgets, showcasing strategic planning and team leadership. Achieved significant improvements in operational efficiency and employee engagement through effective coaching and mentoring.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager Strata Manager

First Service Residential Property Management
12.2004 - 04.2024
  • Administrator for 21 Strata Corporations, overseeing approx 2,670 units,
  • Prepared and maintained Operating & Project Budgets of approx $21,000,000 for the Strata Corporations
  • Project manager for large projects , ie repiping, exterior sealant , roofing replacements , window replacements, interior upgrades etc.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Engaged & Trained concierges, building managers , cleaners
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work and provide excellent customer service to the residents .
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Prepared agendas , completed minutes for monthly council meetings and annual AGMs
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
  • Obtained bids for annual maintenance , prepared annual maintenance spreadsheets
  • Negotiated favorable terms with suppliers, cutting operational costs while maintaining quality of service.
  • Improved customer satisfaction scores by overhauling customer service protocols and training staff in customer engagement techniques
  • responded to residents concerns , leaks etc in a timely manner
  • kept an open line of communication with council members and owners

Manager / Buyer

Torri Fashion
01.1996 - 02.2004
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Controlled inventory and implemented pricing structure to maximize revenue

Principal, Sales Marketing Director

Enseignes Soleil
03.1990 - 04.1992
  • Built strong relationships with industry professionals and influencers.
  • Developed comprehensive marketing plans in alignment with overall business goals and objectives.
  • Oversaw the creation of compelling marketing materials, including brochures, presentations, and social media content.
  • Directed trade show participation, maximizing exposure for company products and services.
  • Managed annual marketing budget, ensuring cost-effective allocation of resources for maximum impact.
  • Deployed well-coordinated campaigns, events and public relations strategies to promote brand.

Manager of Operations

Whistler/ Blackcomb Mountains
09.1982 - 09.1987
  • Engaged to develop 10,000 sq ft for Ski retail . rental & repair

operations.

  • Developed Annual Operating & revenue Budgets
  • Successfully managed budgets, consistently meeting financial targets while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Buyer for all retail products .
  • Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
  • Developed strong relationships with suppliers, resulting in reduced costs and better quality products.
  • Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors, securing competitive pricing arrangements that benefited the organization''s bottom line results.
  • Managed daily operations, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • engaged and trained employees
  • Developed training programs for new employees, ensuring high level of competence and quick adaptation to their roles.
  • Oversaw facility maintenance activities to ensure optimal performance of equipment and infrastructure elements.
  • Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.

Education

Associate of Arts - Business

Concordia University
Montreal, None
05-1978

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Team leadership
  • Time management
  • Decision-making
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Staff training and development
  • Task delegation
  • Relationship building
  • Strategic planning
  • Project management
  • Performance management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Clear communication
  • Employee onboarding
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Problem-solving
  • Positive attitude

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working

Timeline

Manager Strata Manager

First Service Residential Property Management
12.2004 - 04.2024

Manager / Buyer

Torri Fashion
01.1996 - 02.2004

Principal, Sales Marketing Director

Enseignes Soleil
03.1990 - 04.1992

Manager of Operations

Whistler/ Blackcomb Mountains
09.1982 - 09.1987

Associate of Arts - Business

Concordia University
Frances Bunny Porteous