Career Spotlight: Tracy Spring

Name: Tracy Spring Company: Blue Ridge Companies  Title: Accounts Payable Accountant & Commercial Property Manager Email: tspring@blueridgecompanies.com Local NC Affiliate: PTAA

Tell us about your career:

I began my journey in 1996 as a part-time weekend leasing consultant in Florida. After moving back to North Carolina, I transitioned into a full-time leasing position and was promoted to Property Manager in 2002. During my time as a Property Manager, I successfully completed five new lease-ups, which ranged in size from 120 units in Fayetteville, NC, to a 456-unit mid-rise in Dallas, TX. In addition to these new lease-ups, I managed student housing at Baylor University and homeowners' associations for condos.

In 2023, after 21 years of management experience, I completed my education in Accounting and Finance. I then moved into our General Contracting division, where I process invoices, manage purchase orders, and maintain vendor certificates of insurance, among other daily tasks. Most recently, I have taken on Commercial Property Management in addition to my accounting responsibilities.

What advice do you have for someone just starting in your field:

Never fear change! Change fosters growth, both professionally and personally. Embrace every opportunity that comes your way and strive to be your best—not just for your company but for yourself.

Anything else you would like to share:

Property management can create many opportunities. Find your niche and achieve success.