James Johnston
Vice President of Operations at IMS Management, LLC- Claim this Profile
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IMS Management, LLC
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United States
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Real Estate
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1 - 100 Employee
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Vice President of Operations
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Jun 2018 - Present
Promoted to oversee all current communities and the management of all new developments in the Eastern region of the company. Analyzed financial statements for multiple assets and crafted yearly budgets, suggested capital improvements and developed tools which monitor expenses and revenue to maximize profit at each site.Worked with Operations Managers to solve larger issues at their communities, analyze budgets and continue leasing at a high velocity while striving to foster a culture of community service at all properties. Crafted many new policies and procedures for IMS known as the "Franchise Prototype" as the company expanded into conventional housing and used previous student housing experience to make this employee handbook for both types of assets. Completed lease-up and refinance of Beacon Place, a new 176-unit community, in under one year. Worked with CEO of Development to assess potential of new markets, surveyed multiple assets and reported on the feasibility of future communities.
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Operations Manager
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Apr 2017 - Jun 2018
Relocated to Statesboro, GA to oversee all management and some development and construction activities for The Hamptons, a 237-unit, 668-bedroom, $40 million student-housing community that was completed in 2015. Responsible for overseeing the lease- up and delivery of the property by developing and executing marketing plans, hiring and training a full staff, and reaching owner’s occupancy goals. Gained valuable experience in dealing with roommate conflict, problem solving and overall customer service. Handled all accounting and bookkeeping for the property and oversaw all leasing and maintenance activities. Reported to owners and stakeholders regularly regarding NOI, occupancy, and recommendations for marketing. Gained advanced knowledge in Entrata property management software.Oversaw successful refinance of asset and reached full economic occupancy in August 2016.
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Leasing+Marketing Manager
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Aug 2014 - Apr 2017
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Leasing Consultant
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Apr 2014 - Jul 2014
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American Campus Communities
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United States
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Real Estate
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700 & Above Employee
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Leasing Manager
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Dec 2012 - Apr 2014
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Capstone Communities
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United States
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Leasing Real Estate
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Leasing Consultant
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Sep 2011 - Dec 2012
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Clerk
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May 2010 - Aug 2010
Office organization and providing the District Attorneys with the proper forms needed in felony court
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Education
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Louisiana State University