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Professional Profile

·       Licensed Real Estate Broker with over 15 years of experience in real estate, operations, & management.

·       Proven track record of achieving ownership investment goals while addressing tenant needs through innovative & dynamic solutions.

·       Expert in leveraging digital tools to streamline business processes and solve complex challenges.

·       Extensive experience with Yardi, JD Edwards, Avid, Microsoft Office Suite, & other software platforms.

 

Professional Experience

Inland Commercial Real Estate Services, LLC                                                                Oakbrook, IL

12/2021 – Present          AVP, Director of Operations & Capital Projects

01/2019 – 12/2021         Senior Property Manager

09/2015 – 12/2019         Commercial Property Manager

Operations

·      Oversee all capital projects across multiple portfolios, encompassing 350+ retail, industrial, medical, and office properties with a total GLA exceeding 25 million square feet in 40+ states.

·      Develop, manage, and reforecast 5-year expense budgets, totaling over $15 million annually, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.

·      Collaborate with Asset Management, Property Management, and Leasing teams to optimize portfolio performance and drive strategic goals.

·      Solicit competitive bids, perform detailed line-item comparisons, and manage vendor selection in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements.

·      Conduct punch list reviews and oversee final walkthroughs to maintain quality control and adherence to project standards.

·      Oversaw the implementation & rollout of the JD Edwards Construction Manager module, which required coordinating cross-departmental collaboration to ensure seamless integration.

 

Property Management

·      Directed the comprehensive property management operations for multiple real estate investment portfolios, including shopping centers, industrial properties, medical office buildings, and triple-net properties, totaling over 4 million square feet GLA and 250+ tenants.

·      Created, managed, and reforecast annual operating expense budgets.

·      Managed properties located in California, Utah, Nevada, Arizona, Mississippi, Arkansas, Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, and Oklahoma.

·      Prepared detailed monthly financial reports, managed account payables/receivables, and created monthly budget variance reports to maintain fiscal accountability.

·      Resolved tenant delinquency issues including settling CAM, insurance, & real estate tax disputes.

·      Monitored all aspects of property operations to ensure the highest levels of services. 

·      Negotiated and executed contracts for service and maintenance, ensuring cost-effectiveness.

·      Served as Lead of the Property Management Task Force, driving operational improvements and enhancing interdepartmental communications.

·      Member of the implementation, testing and launch teams when Inland transitioned from JD Edwards to Yardi.

Madison Corporate Group, Inc.                                                                                       Glen Ellyn, IL

07/2008 – 06/2015         Property Manager

·      Onsite management of 3 shopping centers in Glen Ellyn & Crystal Lake, IL.

o   Total GLA 298,100 square feet with over 100 tenants.

·      Oversaw major renovations, improvement, & repair projects.

·      Developed and maintained positive relationships with tenants.

·      Conducted showings for prospective tenants and assisted with lease negotiations.

·      Provided consulting and computer-aided design services for tenant buildouts, ensuring efficient and tailored layouts.

·      Directed in-house maintenance and snow removal teams, including equipment operation, training, and upkeep of equipment including skid steers, plows, and salt trucks.

·      Developed and executed print and digital marketing campaigns, increasing property visibility and tenant engagement.

Oriental Arts Training Center (KH Kim’s Taekwondo)                                                 Northbrook, IL

03/2008 – 07/2008         General Manager

·      Oversaw the daily operations of a 10,000 square foot martial arts school / headquarters.

·      Managed 12 instructors teaching at over 20 locations.

·      Created a formal standard operating procedure to streamline sales & daily functions.

·      Implemented guerrilla marketing techniques increasing brand recognition & lead generation.

 

Computron Display Systems, Inc.                                                                                    Addison, IL

Parent Company of Computron Medical Corporation, Inc.

02/2005 – 03/2008         Multi-Division Sales & Marketing Manager

04/2003 – 08/2003         Marketing Intern

·      International sales and marketing for two divisions:

o    Medical, military, and industrial displays (CRT & flat panel).

o    New & remanufactured C-Arms (X-Ray machines) and C-Arm tables.

·      Created & executed marketing campaigns for print & digital media.

·      In charge of sales coordination with production and ISO9001 sales compliance.

·      Directed Sales & Marketing internship program.

 

Glenbrook Auto Parts, Inc. (NAPA)                                                                                 Glenview, IL

05/2004 – 10/2005         Store Manager

02/1999 – 05/2004         Sales Representative

·      Retail & wholesale sales of automotive parts & tools.

·      Managed 16 employees.

Certifications

·      Licensed Real Estate Broker - State of Illinois

 

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