Our team

Lazar Stupar

Managing Partner

With over 15 years of experience in luxury hospitality, Lazar´s career compassed over several continents, with ample experience in the United States, United Kingdom and continental Europe.

As a strong, confident, and resilient leader, Lazar gains a proven track record of high-performing flagship hotels across the world. 

Lazar´s extensive experience includes emblematic properties such as Waldorf Astoria, responsible for the opening and positioning of the most exclusive restaurants and bars, as well as leading high-volume accommodation units. 

In 2020, Lazar moves to Spain, where he decides to implement his knowledge, and repositions, elevates a boutique property management company, receiving the highest recommendations.

Since then, he has continued to grow Effortless Living into Andalusia’s leading property management and real estate agency. 

His reputation earned in Spain is unmatched, the culture that Lazar created anchors this company, in a way that is very apparent to clients, business partners and competitors alike, and is a point of differentiation that cannot be replicated.

Kornel Kovacs

Founder/Partner

Kornel is co-owner of several successful companies, with more than 20 years of experience in developing and managing international organizations.  He holds degrees in business management, organizational psychology and IT giving him in-depth understanding of both individual and organizational needs.
 
Kornel initially visited the Costa del Sol to assess investment opportunities, but soon fell in love with the positive vibe, expat-friendly culture and blooming development, prompting him to relocate with his family.
 
Recognizing the need for high quality property management and advisory services for people in similar positions, he co-founded Effortless Living to make the experience of investing in the Costa del Sol seamless and, well…effortless.

Monika Almasi

Consultant

Monika’s career spans over 15 years in the hospitality and travel industry, having previously held various senior positions with luxury brands across USA and Europe. She holds a master degree in Hospitality business management, and has proven track record of many successful projects in health and safety, sales and product development. Currently, Monika is leading two of the best European Resorts in South Spain, responsible for global hotel operations as well as overseeing quality, business development and sales.

In 2020, she joins Effortless Living as a consultant, assisting management with corporate and market development.

Kevin Longstaff

Chief Engineer/Maintenance Consultant

Starting back in the ’90s as a factory engineer Kevin develops his knowledge and becomes certified in electrical installations, refrigeration and air conditioning, spa and pool maintenance, as well as fire safety.

As a Chief Engineer Kevin leads a complex NHS hospital in London, responsible for both diagnosing and repairing faults, as well the installation of CCTV systems. In 2006 Kevin moves to Wales and takes over the National Assembly of Wales as a Senior Chief Engineer, where he spends several years. Following this, his career takes him to accommodation maintenance, leading both long-term accommodation units of over 300 rooms as well as international hotels. 

During his time with Hilton Kevin has been leading the day-to-day maintenance team. Additionally, he specialises in health and safety, preventative & decorative maintenance, as well as crisis situations. 

Kevin’s well-rounded experience, thorough knowledge as well as a passion for engineering, makes him a fantastic addition to Effortless Living Team.