Meet the Navigate Team

Real People, Real Expertise, Real Relationships

At Navigate Property Management, our strength is in our people. We’re a tight-knit, locally rooted team who sees every home as personal and every client as family. We come from diverse backgrounds—real estate, construction, ministry, sales, finance—and we bring those experiences together to deliver unmatched care and clarity for North Texas property owners and residents.

We're not a faceless company. When you call Navigate, you’re talking to someone who knows your name, knows your property, and knows how to get things done. Here’s who we are.
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We strive to offer our clients a seamless investing experience by applying our expertise and full-service model. We build personal client and resident relationships so that no one feels unattended or disconnected.
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Ernesto B. Andujar

OWNER & CEO

Ernesto’s real estate story began in Brooklyn, NY, where his grandfather owned two multifamily units and his mother served as the superintendent ...  As a child, he’d help collect rent while building relationships with tenants—an experience that instilled his people-first mindset and entrepreneurial drive. That heart for service and systems now guides everything we do at Navigate.
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Judy Andujar

CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER 

Judy brings a powerhouse blend of sales savvy and community warmth. A former million-dollar healthcare business developer turned real estate force, ... she oversees Navigate’s brand and client experience. Whether launching a marketing campaign or welcoming a new owner, Judy ensures Navigate always feels like home. She’s also the unofficial “mama bear” of our energetic team (and her energetic household of four kids).
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Steve Kessler

OPERATIONS MANAGER

Steve’s journey combines construction knowledge, ministry leadership, and insurance expertise. Raised in a family of general... contractors and seasoned by 26 years in pastoral service, Steve is passionate about people and purpose. He’s a key force behind Navigate’s growth and outreach, always anchored by his faith and his love for family.
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Christine Meynell

PROJECT MANAGER

Christine Meynell is one of the Senior Property Managers at Navigate Property Management. She is an accomplished Manager offering 18 years of professional experience with the last ten years focused on consultancy and investment management. Her focus is delivering strong financial results, cost saving strategies, process streamlining, resource management, and excellent customer service. She has provided management services to a variety of different clients ranging from small to large portfolios. Christine is known for being a problem solver, effective communicator, relationship builder and thought leader. Her career started by learning every role in a Property Management office and continued to grow into Multi Family management. She has a strong background in accounting and property management bookkeeping.

 
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Kayla Hernandez

PROPERTY SERVICES MANAGER

Kayla is known for her hands-on leadership and dedication to operational excellence. She ensures that every property under her care runs smoothly  from maintenance coordination and vendor management to resident satisfaction. With a strong background in service operations and a commitment to timely, high-quality results, Kayla bridges the gap between tenants, vendors, and property owners. Her proactive mindset and clear communication help create seamless experiences for both residents and the Navigate team.
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Ana Lewis

PORTFOLIO MANAGER

Analia Lewis is a seasoned real estate professional with over a decade of experience specializing in single-family rental (SFR) portfolios, acquisitions, and property management. She has successfully overseen and managed hundreds of rental units, working closely with institutional investors and private owners to maximize asset performance and long-term value. 
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Magelyn Villaluna

PROPERTY COORDINATOR

She is our Property Coordinator, is a highly organized and dependable professional who excels at driving results and fostering collaboration. She takes pride in maintaining high standards of quality, aligning with team goals, and streamlining day-to-day operations to support overall business success.
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Queenie Lou Avila

LEASING COORDINATOR

Queenie is a results-oriented professional who brings a strong sense of accountability, organization, and collaboration to her role. She is committed to delivering quality work, supporting team objectives, and contributing to efficient and effective business operations.
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Claire Batencila

MARKETING COORDINATOR

Claire brings nearly eight years of real estate experience in marketing and admin roles, where she’s known for her... work ethic, attention to detail, and behind-the-scenes consistency. She thrives on learning, adapting to new systems, and supporting both the team and clients with a calm, solutions-focused mindset. Driven by a heart for service, Claire is always growing and always ready to help things run a little smoother.
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Kaitlyn Andujar

ASPIRING REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONAL

Kaitlin is passionate about property management and helping clients find home. Inspired by her family legacy in real estate and ...  her Brooklyn roots, she’s learning every aspect of the industry from the ground up. Kaitlin thrives in fast-paced environments, adapts easily, and brings a fresh, people-first energy to everything she touches.

Why Our Team Works

We don’t just work together—we support each other. Every Navigate team member brings unique strengths to the table, but we share the same core values: honesty, compassion, clarity, and follow-through.

We’re hands-on. We’re proactive. And we’re proud to offer both the personal care of a family-run business and the professional polish of a top-tier firm.
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Your Property Is in Good Hands

Whether you're looking to lease, invest, sell, or simply breathe easier as a homeowner, you're not just hiring a company—you're gaining a team. Let's navigate this together.

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