Anthony Weatherington
Chicago
Summary
Results-driven operations and technology leader with over 10 years of experience optimizing large-scale multifamily portfolios. Expertise in onboarding, platform implementation, change management, and process optimization across various functions. Demonstrated capability in managing technology transitions and developing operational workflows to enhance efficiency. Committed to aligning teams with best practices that boost occupancy, retention, and financial performance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Fernwood Communities
Chicago
01.2024 - Current
- Oversee operations across a multifamily portfolio including Lake Meadows, Regents Park, Aspire Residences, Algonquin Apartments, and 5550 Dorchester
- Manage operational performance across a portfolio exceeding 2,000 residential units
- Led teams in leasing, maintenance, resident services, delinquency management, and capital projects to enhance service delivery and operational cohesion
- Increased occupancy from 88% to 95% through leasing strategy optimization and team development
- Reduced delinquency from over 10% to 3% through process improvements and operational accountability
- Improved resident retention from 40% to 65% through enhanced resident engagement initiatives
- Facilitated transition from Salesforce to Yardi and rollout of EliseAI, ensuring smooth adoption and operational alignment across the portfolio
- Assisted with implementation planning, onboarding support, operational adoption, and workflow alignment
- Helped develop operational standards, internal knowledge base content, and best practices for new technology adoption
Regional Property Manager
Mac Properties
Kansas City
10.2021 - 01.2024
- Oversaw 40+ residential and mixed-use properties totaling more than 2,000 units across Kansas City
- Managed operational performance, budgeting, staffing, and property-level financial execution across the region
- Drove NOI improvements through occupancy growth, expense management, and delinquency reduction strategies
- Led property teams through operational changes, process improvements, and performance management initiatives
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams on capital projects and operational improvement initiatives
- Implemented mobile key, smart home, and access control integrations with strong resident adoption rates
- Partnered with ownership groups, vendors, and leadership teams on strategic operational initiatives
Regional Leasing Manager
Mac Properties
Kansas City
05.2021 - 10.2021
- Led leasing strategy and performance initiatives across multiple multifamily communities
- Tracked operational and leasing KPIs to identify underperforming assets and drive targeted improvement initiatives
- Collaborated with site teams to stabilize occupancy rates and enhance lead conversion performance
- Introduced gamified leasing initiatives that improved team engagement and leasing conversion rates
- Coached leasing professionals on effective CRM utilization and communication strategies to elevate resident experience
- Assisted with operational alignment between leasing, management, and marketing teams
- Supported onboarding and training initiatives for new leasing professionals and property teams
- Helped streamline prospect engagement workflows and follow-up processes
Assistant Property Manager
Mac Properties
Chicago
08.2020 - 04.2021
- Facilitated leasing operations, resident relations, rent collections, and financial reporting to enhance community engagement
- Managed resident communications and escalated service concerns to ensure timely resolution and satisfaction
- Coordinated with engineering and maintenance teams to ensure operational efficiency and resident satisfaction
- Coordinated budgeting, vendor management, and operational reporting to streamline processes and maintain service quality
- Supported operations at Solstice on the Park, a luxury high-rise multifamily community in Chicago
- Assisted with occupancy management and lease administration activities
- Maintained brand standards and contributed to resident retention efforts
- Helped improve operational consistency through collaboration across departments
Assistant Property Manager
Onni Group
Chicago
12.2019 - 08.2020
- Facilitated leasing, budgeting, vendor management, and resident communications to enhance operational effectiveness
- Streamlined accounts receivable, collections, and operational reporting activities to ensure financial accuracy
- Resolved resident concerns and service escalations with a focus on customer satisfaction
- Coordinated move-in and move-out logistics while maintaining high service standards
- Partnered with concierge, security, and engineering teams to improve resident experience
- Assisted with operations at Old Town Park Tower 1, a luxury high-rise community in Chicago
- Helped maintain operational standards across luxury residential environments
- Supported leadership with day-to-day operational and administrative responsibilities
Assistant Property Manager
PMR Companies
Chicago
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Managed accounts receivable, resident concerns, lease compliance, and work order follow-up processes
- Facilitated resident communication and resolved service issues to improve satisfaction
- Supported leasing operations and occupancy management efforts
- Partnered with maintenance teams to improve service turnaround times
- Supported operational reporting and financial management to enhance property oversight
- Managed operational records and ensured compliance to uphold regulatory standards
- Worked closely with leadership to improve resident satisfaction and operational consistency
- Assisted with vendor coordination and property administration responsibilities
Assistant Property Manager
Mac Properties
Chicago
04.2019 - 06.2019
- Supported daily operations at Solstice on the Park in Hyde Park, Chicago
- Facilitated resident relations, rent collections, leasing operations, and vendor coordination to enhance community engagement
- Resolved resident concerns and coordinated issue resolution efforts to improve resident satisfaction
- Contributed to maintaining occupancy and resident retention goals through proactive communication and support
- Supported leasing activity and resident onboarding processes
- Worked with maintenance and engineering teams to support operational efficiency
- Assisted with financial reporting and operational administration
- Contributed to maintaining luxury community service standards
Lease-Up Sales Consultant
Mac Properties
Chicago
01.2018 - 04.2019
- Streamlined lease-up operations for new multifamily developments in Chicago, enhancing overall efficiency
- Consistently met and exceeded leasing and conversion goals
- Facilitated occupancy stabilization during initial lease-up phases, contributing to successful tenant retention
- Conducted property tours and guided prospects through the leasing process
- Managed CRM follow-up activities and prospect communication workflows
- Coordinated with marketing and operations teams on resident engagement initiatives, fostering community involvement
- Supported resident onboarding and move-in coordination efforts
- Helped maintain high-quality customer service standards throughout the leasing process
Education
Computer Information Systems
Ball State University
Muncie, INInformation Technology
Ivy Tech Community College
Indianapolis, INSkills
- Multifamily Operations
- Leasing Operations
- Resident Experience Strategy
- Delinquency Management
- Client success
- Process Optimization
- Operational Onboarding
- PropTech Implementation
- AI Platform Adoption
- Yardi
- Salesforce
- Entrata
- Smart Home & Access Control Integrations
- Smart home integrations
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Customer Success & Client Partnership
- Change Management
- Budget Management
- Team development
Websites
Timeline
General Manager
Fernwood Communities
01.2024 - Current
Regional Property Manager
Mac Properties
10.2021 - 01.2024
Regional Leasing Manager
Mac Properties
05.2021 - 10.2021
Assistant Property Manager
Mac Properties
08.2020 - 04.2021
Assistant Property Manager
Onni Group
12.2019 - 08.2020
Assistant Property Manager
PMR Companies
08.2019 - 12.2019
Assistant Property Manager
Mac Properties
04.2019 - 06.2019
Lease-Up Sales Consultant
Mac Properties
01.2018 - 04.2019
Computer Information Systems
Ball State University
Information Technology
Ivy Tech Community College