Lavanda Strengthens Product and Engineering Teams to Boost AI-Driven Property Management
Lavanda, a leading property management technology platform, is investing in its Product and Engineering departments by hiring three senior technology experts. This strategic move supports Lavanda's goal to advance AI-driven solutions that enhance how residential and student accommodations are managed.
The new team members include Vicky Stephens as Director of Engineering, Alex Boyle as Senior Product Manager, and Ed Lepedus as Senior AI Engineer. Vicky joins from Builder.ai, bringing extensive experience in scaling enterprise AI platforms. Together, they will form a dedicated AI-focused unit within Lavanda Labs, the company's innovation hub established earlier this year.
Focused Investment in AI Innovation
Lavanda Labs combines engineering, product, and data science teams to develop and deliver AI-first solutions for accommodation operators. The expansion of this unit reflects Lavanda's commitment to building advanced automation and intelligence tools that improve operational efficiency and resident experiences.
Fred Lerche-Lerchenborg, CEO of Lavanda, explains: “Our mission is to become the leading property management system (PMS) across Europe by powering an AI-driven future. By investing in top talent and creating a specialized AI innovation team, we aim to develop new products and infrastructure that will transform how accommodation is managed.”
Milestones and Market Position
Celebrating its tenth anniversary this year, Lavanda has achieved sustainable profitability and stands ready to deepen its focus on technology innovation and scalable enterprise solutions. The company supports some of the largest players in institutional real estate, making this AI investment a significant step in enhancing its platform’s capabilities.
Vicky Stephens adds: “AI has vast potential to reshape residential real estate through personalized digital experiences, smarter revenue management, and automation of complex workflows. Building integrated AI features into a platform already trusted by major operators is an exciting challenge that I’m proud to lead.”
What This Means for Product and Management Professionals
- Enhanced Automation: Expect tools that simplify and speed up property management tasks, reducing manual workload.
- Intelligent Decision-Making: AI-driven analytics will provide actionable insights to optimize occupancy and revenue.
- Improved Resident Experience: More personalized and efficient service delivery through smarter technology.
- Scalable Solutions: A platform designed to grow alongside operators’ expanding portfolios.
For product managers and leaders involved in property technology, Lavanda's focus on integrating AI offers a practical example of enhancing operational workflows and customer value through targeted technology investments.
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