We are STYL
History
STYL Residential was founded in 2019: inspired by the notion that an improved living experience can profoundly impact the lives of residents. Since our inception, we have worked tirelessly to select the best apartment buildings in ideal locations where we are able to add value. STYL Residential has successfully enhanced the resident experience in a number of locations by developing thoughtfully curated amenity packages, building proprietary resident service technology, and optimizing operations for speed and service.
Tech Forward
STYL Residential offers an elevated work and living experience through a unique blend of data and technology. Unlike relying on existing management software, we have developed our own proprietary technology. This integrated platform, created by our team of experienced real estate managers and technology experts, simplifies processes such as rent payments, neighbor interactions, and neighborhood exploration. Our community amenity packages include sought-after technology conveniences like EV car chargers, Vivint Smart Home Security Systems, and digital package delivery systems with notifications.
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Customer Satisfaction
STYL’s Key Metric of Success
Our success is measured by resident satisfaction. STYL Residential cares about the little things our residents experience daily in their communities and homes. We understand the importance of providing personalized attention to each resident; our team members spend hours every month pouring over the survey results from our STYL residents. All the feedback we receive from residents and customers is reflected in the enhancement of our business strategies; from the type of amenities and technology we build to the service we provide.
Leadership Team
At STYL Residential, our leadership team is a powerhouse of expertise. With diverse backgrounds and extensive experience in real estate and beyond, our leaders bring a wealth of knowledge to the table. Their collective strength enables us to deliver exceptional results and set new industry standards.
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Jay Friedeck
Managing Director of Asset Management & Operation
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Jay Friedeck
Managing Director of Asset Management & Operation
Mr. Friedeck is the Managing Director of Asset Management & Operations at Magnolia Capital and STYL Residential, a nationally focused multifamily investor based in Chicago. Mr. Friedeck oversees asset management, revenue, marketing and capital for Magnolia Capital.
Prior to joining Magnolia Capital, Mr. Friedeck worked for LivCor, a Blackstone Portfolio Company focused on multifamily. Mr. Friedeck was one of the first employees hired at LivCor and was responsible for the creation and implementation of several processes involving cross-department collaboration to benchmark LivCor’s operating partners on their performance as well as the onboarding, budgeting and forecasting of several portfolio acquisitions.
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Amy Kovac
Director of Property Management
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Amy Kovac
Director of Property Management
Ms. Kovac is the Director of Property Management with STYL Residential, a nationally focused real estate property management company based in Chicago and brings over 20 years in new construction lease-up, mixed use, and value add experience to her role.
Prior to joining STYL Residential, Ms. Kovac worked for the Billingsley Company where she oversaw over 2800 units in various stages of development and lease-up in the DFW area. Ms. Kovac also worked for Hanover Company where she oversaw the openings of properties across the U.S. prior to her promotion to the Corporate Team. As Hanover’s Director of Training, she shared her passion for property management and experience for several years before transitioning to a Regional Manager role and was instrumental in developing the brand and culture in developing markets.
Ms. Kovac studied English and Comparative Ethnic Studies at Washington State University.
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Zach Brooks
Director
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Zach Brooks
Capital Projects Director
Zach Brooks is the Director of Capital Projects and Maintenance, responsible for leading the execution of capital improvement projects and maintenance operations for the company. Zach joined Magnolia Capital in November 2017.
Prior to joining Magnolia, Zach worked at The University of Chicago, Laramar Group, and SMS Assist, where he executed renovation work at scale across various asset types and classes. Zach’s real estate experience has focused on leading large-scale maintenance operations, multifamily high-volume renovation, adaptive re-use construction, and tenant improvement build-out. Throughout his career, Zach has accumulated expertise in implementing technology solutions to improve operational performance.
Zach received his undergraduate degree from the University of Illinois and earned an MBA from the Kellstadt Graduate School of Business at DePaul University with a concentration in Real Estate Investment and Finance. He also holds a Managing Broker license in the State of Illinois and is an active member of the Kellstadt Real Estate Alumni.
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Nick Fetchik
Sales Director
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Nick Fetchik
Sales Director
Nick has over 10 years of sales experience, which includes experience in call center metrics, inside sales, and management. Nick spent 9 years of his career with the Chicago White Sox where he started as a Sales Associate, transitioned to Group Sales Account Executive, and worked his way up to Manager of Inside Sales. As a manager, he oversaw a team of 10 associates and was responsible for training, developing, and maximizing revenue for the organization. Nick is currently the Sales Director for STYL Residential where he oversees the Call Center team and drives the sales strategy across the properties. He graduated from Indiana University with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. Nick resides in Chicago and enjoys playing golf and spending time with his wife, Rachel, his daughter, Harper, and his son, Hudson.
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Ari Sokolow
Operations Manager
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Ari Sokolow
Operations Manager
Ari Sokolow is an Operations Manager for STYL Residential, a nationally focused multifamily investor based in Chicago. Prior to joining STYL Residential, Mr. Sokolow held internship positions with PwC’s Financial Markets group located in the New York City office and Allan Domb Real Estate in Philadelphia. Mr. Sokolow earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance and Real Estate from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University where he was also a member of the Commercial Real Estate Workshop.
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Gaby Tabatt
Marketing Manager
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Gaby Tabatt
Marketing Manager
Gaby Tabatt is the Marketing Manager and oversees marketing for our multifamily and single-family portfolios with various centralized tasks including, but not limited to custom website creation and management, brand planning, and development and implementation of strategic marketing plans.
Prior to joining STYL Residential, Gaby excelled at MullenLowe, a renowned global advertising agency. There, she led the digital marketing strategy for numerous hospitality industry brands. With over seven years of marketing experience in the US and Latin American markets, Gaby brings a wealth of knowledge and a track record of achievement to our team.
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Robert Waz
Director
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Robert Waz
Director
Revenue & Strategic OperationsMr. Waz is the Revenue & Strategic Operations Director at Magnolia Capital, a nationally focused multifamily investor based in Chicago. Mr. Waz oversees revenue and ancillary income strategy for Magnolia Capital.
Prior to joining Magnolia, Mr. Waz was directly responsible for the asset management of LivCor’s core Texas markets of Dallas, Houston and San Antonio comprised of 28 assets, over 8,000 units, $100M in annual rental income and an approximate valuation of over $1B.
Prior to working at LivCor, Mr. Waz provided guidance to clients at Deloitte on various real estate transactions including valuation modeling, market analyses, cash flow analyses, due diligence, lease advisory and litigation support work. Notable clients included Blackstone’s Portfolio Company, LivCor, as well as Seritage Growth Properties. Mr. Waz was the lead senior responsible for carving out the financial statements from Sears Holding Corp and conducting the valuation review of 266 assets valued at over $2B during the creation of Seritage Growth Properties.
Mr. Waz received a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting & Economics, Summa Cum Laude, from Loyola University of Chicago. Mr. Waz is also a Certified Public Accountant and Licensed Real Estate Broker.
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Becky Ziegel
Senior Design Manager
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Becky Ziegel
Senior Design Manager
Mrs. Ziegel is a Senior Design Manager for Magnolia Capital, a nationally focused multifamily investor based in Chicago.
Prior to joining Magnolia Capital, Mrs. Ziegel was a designer at Simeone Deary Design Group where she focused on adaptive reuse and new construction hospitality interior projects. At Simeone Deary, she contributed to the design development and documentation of multiple hotels and resorts around the country. Mrs. Ziegel also worked for Partners by Design where she was a project architect for corporate interior projects, which included offices for medical, law, and technology companies. Prior to Partners by Design, she was a designer at exp Federal, where she worked on government design projects in the US and overseas.
Mrs. Ziegel received her Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from the University of Maryland, and her Master of Architecture from the University of Illinois.
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