Tania Nilsen
About Tania Nilsen
Tania Nilsen serves as the Director of Innovation at Fairstead, where she has worked since 2018. With over 20 years of IT experience, she specializes in real estate and property management, having previously held roles at USTA and Ajilon Professional Staffing.
Work at Fairstead
Tania Nilsen has served as the Director of Innovation at Fairstead since 2018. In this role, she has been instrumental in building the Information Technology department from the ground up, establishing all necessary policies and procedures. Nilsen is responsible for strategic technological advisement and planning for Fairstead's real estate development properties and IT infrastructure across the nation. She manages the IT governance process, which involves defining priorities, rationalizing needs, and driving roadmaps. Additionally, she develops annual operating and capital budgets for IT and oversees the financial responsibilities associated with IT personnel and resources.
Education and Expertise
Tania Nilsen graduated Magna Cum Laude from Rutgers University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Marketing from 2002 to 2005. Her academic performance earned her recognition on the National Dean’s List multiple times. Nilsen also completed her secondary education at Ramsey High School. With over 20 years of IT experience, she has a specific focus on the Real Estate and Property Management industry, accumulating nine years of expertise in this sector.
Background
Before joining Fairstead, Tania Nilsen held several key positions in the IT field. She worked as a Business Analyst at the United States Tennis Association (USTA) from 2012 to 2014, where she played a significant role in designing and implementing systems for the US Open. Prior to that, she served as the Application Support Director at Ajilon Professional Staffing for 11 years, from 2000 to 2011. Nilsen also led the IT department at Paramount Assets, overseeing the Staff Operations department before her tenure at Fairstead.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Tania Nilsen has achieved notable milestones in the IT sector. At USTA, she contributed to the development of security, transportation, marketing, and customer-focused systems for the US Open. At Fairstead, she has strengthened the company's brand by advising on and implementing innovative applications for real estate development properties. Her leadership in establishing the IT department and governance processes has positioned Fairstead for continued success in the industry.