Ashley Basista
About Ashley Basista
Ashley Basista is a Lease Administrator at Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc., where she manages lease documents and coordinates with various departments. She has a background in fashion studies and marketing, with previous experience at Bloomingdale's and Aeropostale.
Work at Essential Properties
Ashley Basista currently serves as a Lease Administrator at Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: EPRT) since 2022. In this role, she coordinates with the Accounts Payable department to ensure timely payment of expenses through the preparation of Payment Request Forms and Memos. She also collaborates with the Servicing Department to ensure compliance with lease documents related to property taxes and insurance certificates. Prior to her current position, she worked as an Administrative Assistant at the same company from 2020 to 2022.
Education and Expertise
Ashley Basista studied at Montclair State University from 2012 to 2014, focusing on Fashion Studies. She later attended Kean University from 2015 to 2017, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in both fashion and marketing, which complements her professional roles in lease administration and property management.
Professional Experience
Before joining Essential Properties Realty Trust, Ashley Basista worked at Bloomingdale's as a Sales Specialist from 2012 to 2019 for seven years. She also briefly worked as an Allocator at Aeropostale in 2019 for three months. Her experience in retail and allocation has contributed to her skills in managing lease agreements and financial processes in her current role.
Technical Skills
Ashley Basista utilizes Yardi software in her current position to upload lease abstracts and manage critical lease dates, including renewal options and rental escalations. Her technical skills in this software are essential for maintaining accurate lease records and ensuring compliance with lease agreements.
Support for Asset Management
In her role as Lease Administrator, Ashley Basista supports the Director of Asset Management by providing key diligence items to third-party buyers or brokers during property dispositions. This responsibility highlights her involvement in the asset management process and her contribution to the company's operational efficiency.