Elevator consulting that works only for the owner
Mila Nacev spent 23 years on the contractor side
The experience behind Ascendria
What our founder led before going independent
- 23
- $175M
- 600+
- North America
Figures reflect the founder's prior professional experience, not Ascendria Advisory's own revenue or project history.
What we do for owners
One advisor from first proposal to final handover
Owner's representation
Your advocate in every conversation with contractors and vendors.
- Stakeholder coordination
- Vendor communications
- Contractor accountability
- Progress monitoring
- Risk identification and escalation
- Clear project reporting
Modernization oversight
A plan that fits your building, watched through to delivery.
- Modernization planning
- Project coordination
- Scope and proposal evaluation
- Schedule and milestone oversight
- Budget and change-order monitoring
- Contractor performance management
Capital planning
Know what to spend, when and why.
- Capital expenditure planning
- Investment evaluation
- Project budget analysis
- Financial risk assessment
- Long-term prioritization
- Cost and value analysis
Contracts and negotiation
Handled by someone who has sat on the other side.
- Proposal evaluation
- Contract development support
- Scope and pricing alignment
- Change-order review
- Vendor selection
- Commercial risk assessment
Portfolio advisory
Guidance across many buildings, beyond a single project.
- Elevator planning across properties
- Vendor performance management
- Operational improvement
- Project governance
- Financial performance analysis
- Capital improvement planning
We know how contractors think
And we answer only to you
An insider's view
Mila Nacev held senior roles at Otis Elevator and TK Elevator. She knows how elevator companies price, negotiate and deliver.
Independent advice
We have no ties to manufacturers or service providers. Every recommendation serves the owner.
You work with the founder
Mila Nacev leads every engagement herself. You get direct answers and open communication.
Every kind of building
Different demands, the same commitment
Mila Nacev
Founder & Principal Advisor
Mila Nacev founded Ascendria Advisory after 23 years in the elevator industry. She held senior leadership roles at Otis Elevator and TK Elevator.
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Her work spanned modernization, construction and service for clients across North America.
Today she brings that knowledge to owners, with transparency and financial discipline.
“Successful projects begin with informed strategies, clear accountability, and trusted relationships.”
Let's elevate your next project
Good guidance starts with a conversation
Email Mila directly
mila@ascendriaadvisors.comBased in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. Serving clients nationwide.