Kathy Marino

About Kathy Marino

Strategic facilities leader with 15+ years of experience managing multi-site portfolios up to 1.3M square feet and teams of 25+. Expert in operational budget optimization ($10M+), capital project execution, and security program implementation. Consistently delivers cost-efficient facility solutions while maintaining exceptional service levels across corporate, manufacturing, and financial environments. Recognized for successfully leading complex relocations, renovations, and compliance initiatives that align with organizational objectives and enhance workplace experience.PROFESSIONAL STRENGTHS & LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES* Strategic Stakeholder Management: Proven ability to serve as a trusted liaison between executive leadership, clients, and cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment of objectives and expectations* Executive Communication: Exceptional ability to articulate complex facility concepts and strategies through compelling presentations, comprehensive reports, and persuasive business cases* Collaborative Leadership: Track record of building high-performing, multi-disciplinary teams through mentorship, clear direction, and fostering an environment of accountability and innovation* Critical Decision Making: Analytical approach to evaluating complex operational challenges, identifying core issues, and implementing effective solutions under time constraints* Strategic Planning & Execution: Expert ability to develop comprehensive roadmaps, establish priorities, and orchestrate resources to deliver exceptional results within established parameters* Negotiation & Influence: Demonstrated success in securing favorable contract terms, gaining cross-functional buy-in for initiatives, and driving consensus across diverse stakeholder groups* Change Resilience & Adaptability: Exceptional capacity to navigate organizational transformations, embrace emerging technologies, and maintain peak performance in high-pressure environments* Continuous Improvement Mindset: Commitment to professional growth, process optimization, and adopting innovative best practices in facilities management and workplace strategy

Experience

1. Senior Director, Facilities Managment

   JLL

   Aug 2021 — Present

   Manage the performance and outcomes of assigned maintenance/engineering staff reporting to the positionMaintain interface with third party owners, ensuring total contract compliance, accurate and timely reporting, and resolve critical impact tenant relations issuesProvide overall facility services in accordance with accounts’ standard processes and procedures including application of policies and programs, coordination of informationEnsure compliance with portfolio wide initiatives and required local, state and federal laws and regulations that pertain to the operating of facilities entrusted to the Facility Partners to manage on behalf of the client as ownerManage, coordinate, and exercise functional responsibility for Facility Management services within assigned facilities and geographyPrepare, submit and manage facility budgets with the clients’ goals and objectives addressed, track variances and ensure smooth recovery processSupport prompt collection of management fees and reimbursements from 3rd party tenants occupying space with the account’s owned premisesResponsible for overall team management, staff development and planning. Execute staff succession and growth plans.Involved in compensation planning processFor every direct report, build actionable and measurable career development plans; direct report in consistent conversations regarding progress

Education

• Pace University

  Finance

  1984 — 1985

• DeVry University

  BS, Technical Management

  2010 — 2011

• DeVry Technical Institute

  Bachelor of Science (BS), Technology Management

  1983 — 1984

• Sacred Heart University

  Certificate, Administrative / Information Management

  2009 — 2010

• Mahopac High School

  diploma, Mathematics

  1980 — 1983

• Real Estate University

  CT Real Estate License, Real Estate

  2007 — 2008

Skills

• Leadership
• Recruiting
• Project Planning
• Security Management
• Human Resources
• Program Management
• Time Management
• Office Management
• Insurance
• Project Coordination
• Project Management
• Team Building
• Management
• Employee Relations
• Strategic Planning
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Move Management
• Real Estate
• Ccure
• Vendor Management
• Marketing
• Forecasting
• Operations Management
• Facilities Management
• Customer Service
• Training
• Budgeting
• Negotiation
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Contract Negotiation
• Budgets
• Finance
• Outlook