Celeste Vasquez is the Senior Vice President of Operations at Cornell Pace Inc. in New Rochelle, New York, where she has been a driving force since she began her career in 1994. Starting as a clerical employee, she quickly moved through various departments, gaining hands-on experience across all facets of property management. Her dedication to continuous learning has earned her certifications as a Certified Apartment Manager and Certified Occupancy Specialist, along with a New York State real estate license. Celeste's leadership has been instrumental in managing complex projects, including coordinating with city agencies, contractors, and environmental specialists to ensure compliance with local and federal regulations. She also spearheaded a voluntary lead testing program to enhance tenant safety and transparency.

Celeste’s passion for property management is reflected in her commitment to her team and the communities she serves. She finds deep satisfaction in providing safe and comfortable homes for those in need and takes pride in mentoring her staff of 20 professionals. Her approach combines rigorous attention to detail with a compassionate understanding of the human side of property management, making her an invaluable asset to both her company and the tenants they serve.

In addition to her role at Cornell Pace, Celeste recently launched her own consulting business, where she leverages her extensive experience to help other property management professionals achieve success and fulfillment in their careers. Balancing her professional accomplishments with her role as a mother of three, two of whom are also in the property management industry, Celeste continues to set a high standard of excellence in her field.

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Outside of work, Celeste loves dancing and spending time with her family.

Seeing the joy and satisfaction on my residents' faces when their concerns are addressed is incredibly rewarding. The sustainability of the developments plays a vital role in creating a healthier, more resilient, and economically viable future. However, it is of utmost importance for me to be part of the community and contribute to its growth and development. Building lasting relationships with residents and staff and seeing the positive impact of my work on the community is truly fulfilling.

Celeste attributes her success to always learning and growing, providing top-notch customer service, being honest and transparent, and ensuring her clients see that she will never put herself above them or anyone else.