Steve Weclew
Chief Executive Officer
STEVE WECLEW, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Steve joined Precedent Hospitality and Condominium Associates in January of 2019. He brings a tremendous level of experience with him and has very rounded skill set that will certainly help support all departments. A graduate of the University of Central Florida with a Master's degree in Accounting. He was previously with Deloitte and Touche in multiple roles within audit and assurance, Smith & Nephew as Director of Finance, LM Funding America as Chief Financial Officer, and most recently Trifecta Networks as Chief Financial Officer. In these different roles, Steve has managed people and departments, been responsible for sales, capital raises, and been responsible for business processes, software and systems maintenance.
Steve is married to his wife Cynthia (12 years), who is a successful real estate agent for Gillen & Associates and also a UCF alumnae. Steve and Cynthia live in Oldsmar with their two children, David and Kate.
Executive Vice President of Finance
Manjola “Lola” Kavaric CFE
MANJOLA “LOLA” KAVARIC, CFE, EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT OF FINANCE
Lola is a financial management professional with 33 years of experience. She is an integral part of CA and Precedent Hospitality, managing the finance team. She is responsible for overseeing all financial aspects company-wide. Lola’s areas of expertise include financial analysis, profit improvement, project management, auditing, training, Acquisitions, and strategic planning. Lola holds a double Bachelor's Degree in Finance and Business Administration. She has a Master's Degree in Business Administration and a Master’s degree in accounting.
Lola is also a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE). She has been elected to the Board of Directors of the Tampa Bay Chapter of ACFE (Association Certified Fraud Examiners) serving a three-year term. Lola attributes her success in the industry to building relationships based on integrity, communication, and trust. She also led initiatives and projects to create overall efficiencies across the teams and developed procedures to enhance programs within departments. She has been certified by the FL State Department, teaching CAMs and Board members about preventing Fraud in Condo/HOAs and Budget preparation. Her diverse background includes industries ranging from banking to non-profit to insurance and real estate/HOA management fields. She also speaks multiple languages, enjoys the beach, traveling, Community service, a good book, and spending time with her family away from work.
Wendy Murray
Executive Vice President
WENDY MURRAY, EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT
Wendy Murray has been in the HOA industry since 1997. She has served as President of her HOA Board of Directors for more than a decade and understands what it means to serve as a volunteer. She has been an executive for two national management companies and has been with Precedent Hospitality and Condominium Associates for over 5 years. She is a FL licensed Community Association Manager and holds the Certified Manager of Community Associations, CMCA, designation. She has overseen community management firms throughout the southeastern region of the US and is originally from North Carolina.
Since moving to Florida in 1995, she has gone through multiple tropical storms and hurricanes in both southeast FL and southwest FL. She became a FEMA CERT graduate in 2004 and FEMA Professional Development Series graduate in 2005. Teaching CAMs and Board members about emergency preparedness is one of her passions as well as mentoring others in the industry.
She is Executive Vice President of Precedent Hospitality and Property Management and leads business development, education, sales and acquisitions.
J.D. Stout
Regional Director
JO DONNA “J.D.” STOUT - CAM, CMCA, AMS, PCAM - REGIONAL DIRECTOR
With deep roots in Florida's architectural and real estate development industries, J.D. Stout brings decades of experience and leadership to the community association management field. For over 20 years, J.D. worked alongside her late husband, who owned and operated a successful architectural firm and general contracting company based in Cape Coral, Florida. Their architectural firm designed an average of 110 residential and commercial projects annually, including high-profile landmarks such as the Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa, a renowned destination in Lee County.
As general contractors, they developed, constructed, and sold 11 condominium projects across Lee and Collier Counties, playing a key role in the growth of Southwest Florida’s real estate landscape. One of their signature achievements was the construction of the Arcon Building in Cape Coral, which served as the operational hub for their construction business for many years.
In addition to her extensive experience in development and design, JD is a licensed Florida Real Estate Broker, though her professional passion has always centered around community association management. J.D. has been a Florida CAM for 25 years and holds three national designations in community management, bringing a high level of expertise to HOA operations, condominium governance, and Florida association compliance—making her a trusted resource for boards and homeowners alike.
After eight years as a widow, J.D. recently remarried Dr. Julius Szalay, a retired Navy veteran, licensed private investigator, and musician. He performs regularly in the Southwest Florida area with his six-piece rhythm and blues band.
Cheley Herman
Senior Area Manager
CHELEY HERMAN, SENIOR AREA MANAGER
For more than 30 years, Cheley has been focused on delivering exceptional customer service, known for a keen eye for detail and clear communication with both associations and internal team members. With a strong ability to provide comprehensive solution packages tailored to the unique circumstances of each association, Cheley guides associations through processes and procedures, ensuring deadlines are met and operations run smoothly.
For nearly a decade, Cheley has been providing property and association management services in Southwest Florida, including onsite member service management. Her portfolio has included a wide range of communities across the region, where she has developed budgets and financial reports, enforced rules and regulations, and worked closely with boards in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian.
As a former business owner, Cheley brings a deep understanding of the challenges businesses face and has the foresight to anticipate needs and implement strategic plans accordingly.
Senior Area Manager
Katie Moguel
KATIE MOGUEL, SENIOR AREA MANAGER
Katie Moguel brings more than a decade of experience as a licensed Community Association Manager, offering deep expertise in community operations, board relations, and resident engagement. Known for her hands-on leadership style and practical approach to problem-solving, Katie is a trusted resource for both her fellow CAMs and the communities she supports.
She is actively involved in several local property management and professional development organizations, where she stays up to date on evolving best practices and industry trends. Katie’s commitment to excellence and collaborative spirit make her an invaluable member of our management team.
Outside of work, Katie is a passionate animal advocate who devotes her time to rescuing and fostering dogs in need.
Vasili Veloudos
Director of Business Development
VASILI VELOUDOS - DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
With six years as a valued member of the team, Vasili Veloudos plays a pivotal role in business development and collaborates closely with the transitions team to ensure seamless onboarding for new clients. Known for blending personalism and professionalism, Vasili is enthusiastic about meeting new people and building meaningful connections, earning a reputation as a trusted, friendly expert in the property management industry.