Kayla Wolfe
About Kayla Wolfe
Kayla Wolfe is a Senior Associate in Real Estate & Facilities at Russell Investments in Seattle, Washington, where she has worked since 2019. She has a background in facilities management and has played a significant role in implementing safety measures during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Work at Russell Investments
Kayla Wolfe has been serving as a Senior Associate in the Real Estate & Facilities department at Russell Investments since 2019. Based in Seattle, Washington, she has contributed to various projects aimed at enhancing workplace safety and efficiency. Her role involves managing vendor relationships and overseeing facilities operations, which includes the implementation of safety programs and accommodations during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Previous Experience in Facilities Management
Before joining Russell Investments, Kayla Wolfe worked as an Operations Coordinator at Jones Lang Lasalle from 2016 to 2018. She also held the position of Facilities Coordinator at CBRE for a brief period in 2019. Additionally, she served as an Administrative Assistant at Virginia Mason Medical Center from 2018 to 2019. These roles provided her with foundational experience in facilities management and operations.
Education and Expertise
Kayla Wolfe has pursued various educational opportunities to enhance her expertise in facilities management. She studied at the School of American Thanatology, achieving a certification in Death Companioning in 2020. Currently, she is enrolled in the International Facility Management Association, working towards a Facilities Management Professional Certification, which she is expected to complete in 2024. She also holds a Veterinary Assisting Certification from Pima Medical Institute-Renton, obtained in 2009.
Key Projects and Initiatives
In her current role, Kayla Wolfe has played a significant part in coordinating the Seattle office refresh project, which involved managing multiple office closures and implementing new safety protocols. She was instrumental in providing COVID-19 accommodations by engaging vendors for personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety equipment, as well as coordinating communication strategies with the Executive Committee.
Vendor Management and Workplace Enhancements
Kayla Wolfe has progressively increased her responsibilities in vendor management at Russell Investments. She oversees the onsite mail and print center, security, and general contractors. Additionally, she has managed the installation of ADA door openers to enhance workplace accessibility. She utilizes a ticketing system to improve the workplace experience for associates, ensuring efficient handling of facilities-related requests.