Shelter Corporation

As part of implementing our new operations model, we identified key Shelter team members to lead each department. Sydney Newville joined Shelter Corporation in 2022 as a Real Estate Manager, gaining valuable experience working with market-rate, Tax Credit, Bond, and Section 8 properties. She later transitioned to a Roving Manager, assisting with lease-ups and new property acquisitions. Today, Sydney is our Customer Relationship Manager, heading the Resident Relations Department. Her team is the first point of contact for customer service across our Minnesota portfolio, directly addressing resident concerns and working to ensure timely resolutions. We want Shelter Corporation to be the property management company of choice for owners and residents, which means that we need to find a new way to better care for them. That is why we are growing our Resident Relations department and matching our staffing to their data-driven needs. #strengthbased #bestteam #propertymanagment #residentrelations

Our Minnesota maintenance technicians gathered at our corporate headquarters this summer for HVAC and low-voltage training.  Our Vice President of Maintenance, Chadd Romanowicz, guided the team through the circuitry of these units and provided hands-on training in troubleshooting. The training session included two actual units in the classroom to provide a visual learning tool that allowed the team to solidify the learning process. Our vendors provided some nice swag for the technicians, and we gave an A/C Manifold Gauge Set to one of the technicians to use on the job. This training not only helped the technicians understand how to approach a nonoperational condenser, but it also helped them understand the circuitry of other low-voltage appliances and how to troubleshoot when issues arise. Expanding the skill sets of our technicians enables them to handle more situations in-house, resulting in less downtime for residents and reduced property costs associated with expensive third-party vendors. #propertymanagment #training #maintenancetraining #bestteam

Managing rental housing used to be straightforward: sign a lease, hand over the keys, collect rent, and repeat. But with the introduction of affordable housing, things became more complex—additional paperwork, more inspections, plus competing priorities have turned what was once a simple process into a time-consuming challenge. Recognizing the strain this was placing on our team, we decided to rethink our approach to better leverage our employees' strengths and increase efficiency across our properties. After thorough analysis, we developed and recently launched our Strength-Based Management Model. In this new model, we've assessed our team and identified four key areas of expertise within property management: Leasing, Resident Relations, Business Operations, and Compliance. We're now restructuring our Minnesota operations teams into these specialized departments. This change aims to improve residents' easy access to customer service and enhance their experience by providing quicker, more accurate responses to their needs. With staff members focused on their areas of strength, they can deliver deeper expertise, faster service, and better support for our residents while maintaining a better work-life balance for themselves. #propertymanagement #strengthbasedmanagement

🌟 Happy National Intern Day 🌟 Shelter Corporation offers a Maintenance Internship as an alternative to college. The program provides 1-on-1 training with a seasoned professional, and no previous maintenance experience is necessary. The internship offers a valuable three-month experience, where the intern works closely with a senior member of the maintenance team, receiving hands-on training and practical knowledge in the field. This immersive on-the-job training provides the intern with the skills and expertise needed to succeed in maintenance tasks. Additionally, the internship presents a promising opportunity for long-term career growth, as there is a possibility for permanent hire upon successful completion of the program, making it an ideal stepping stone for individuals looking to establish themselves in the industry. We want to give a special shoutout to our current amazing interns, Alec Warfield, Carlos Sanchez Hernandez, and Dmitry Willoughby, for their incredible contributions to our maintenance department this summer. Thank you for all your hard work and dedication! #nationalinternday #internship #futureleaders

John Hanson began his Shelter career in 2018. Since then, he has applied his unparalleled work ethic, calm demeanor, astute attention to detail, and pride in a job well done to his work in the Maintenance Department, earning him the role of Assistant Regional Maintenance Director in 2020. With a recent change to the structure of our Grounds Department, John has again earned a promotion to Regional Facilities Director, where he will lead our Grounds Department, ensuring all our Minnesota residents have clean and well-maintained places to call home.  Congratulations, John! #promotion #propertymanagement #realestate #propertymaintenance

We love a summer outdoor gathering, and we are committed to creating a community where residents truly thrive and feel at home. We are proud of our collaborative efforts to set a new standard for quality living. 🏡 #propertymanagement #teamwork

Yesterday, our Minnesota Team had the incredible opportunity to volunteer at Feed My Starving Children, while our Florida Team volunteered at Feeding Tampa Bay. This experience strengthened our bond and allowed us to contribute to the causes we care about. Working together to pack nutritious meals for children in need around the world was both humbling and inspiring. Everyone's energy and enthusiasm were contagious, and seeing our team united in the spirit of giving back was heartwarming. The major takeaway from the day was Teamwork. Collaborating on this project reminded us of the power of working together towards a common goal. A huge thank you to Feed My Starving Children & Feeding Tampa Bay for hosting us and for the remarkable work you do every day. We proudly support your mission and look forward to future opportunities to contribute. #teamwork #propertymanagement #multifamily #bestteam

Earlier this spring, Shelter welcomed Chadd Romanowicz to the team as Vice President of Maintenance. This was a critical hire for Shelter Corporation to uphold operational excellence for our owners. Chadd has had an immediate impact on the business, and it coincided with the implementation of our maintenance software, UpKeep. This software improves the visibility of maintenance needs at our properties and better documentation of what was done to resolve the situation. In comparison to the same time last year (Mar 11 – May 11), we have 260% more work orders captured and completed electronically. This increase in data capture will enable us to better staff and deploy our maintenance teams, ensuring they consistently meet our high standards. It's important to note that this surge doesn't imply a change in the quantity of work undertaken but rather a substantial improvement in the comprehensiveness of the documentation and insight into what needed to be maintained and why. We look forward to Chadd and his team finding new insights and efficiencies as they use this newly gathered data to improve the performance of the team and the assets they manage. #propertymanagement #multifamily #realestate #employeerecognition #employeeappreciation #bestteam

***EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT*** Jorge joined the Shelter team in 2019. He is someone that any fellow staff member can reach out to with questions, and he will take the time to listen and fully answer their questions. Jorge is always looking for ways to improve the maintenance operations and ensure the property's longevity and curb appeal are upheld. He is one of our HVAC go-to’s! He has saved Shelter thousands of dollars by catching repairs under warranty and following through to ensure warranty claims are placed, and parts are received. There is rarely a maintenance need that Jorge cannot troubleshoot, leading to minimal service calls to our vendors. Jorge is a one-of-a-kind asset to our team. Please join us in recognizing Jorge for his dedication to the Shelter Team.   We appreciate you, Jorge! #employeerecognition #employeeappreciation #bestteam #propertymanagement #multifamily #realestate

Join Our Team! Exciting Opportunities at Shelter Corporation! Shelter Corporation is a premier property management company with a rich legacy of 30 years in the industry. Our dedicated team collaborates seamlessly to oversee numerous communities, leveraging each member's unique skills and fostering their professional development. At Shelter Corporation, we're committed to efficiency, harnessing technology and streamlined processes to work smarter, not harder. Our core mission is delivering clean, safe, and affordable homes to our valued customers. Equally important is our commitment to creating a vibrant and supportive work environment for our team members, where everyone feels valued, heard, and empowered to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Excited to be part of our team? Explore our current job openings and take the next step in your career journey! Visit our website [https://lnkd.in/gf_ks_Yv] to discover more about available positions and submit your application today. We're eager to welcome talented individuals like you aboard!