Description
I managed a portfolio of cooperative and condominium properties in Manhattan. Successfully generated new business for Blue Woods based on contacts, referrals, recommendations from current clients, reputation in industry and interviewing skills with a 75% closing rate. Properly staffed difficult properties with turn-around results. Implemented and oversaw large scale projects including Local Law 11 restorations and elevator mechanical and cab upgrading and other site improvements. Hired and trained new property managers. Dealt with a national portfolio of non-performing assets and created workouts, progressive strategies and practical solutions. Successfully resolved major issues and stabilized assets in the firms most difficult portfolio. Saved a $7 Million loan by placing a foreclosed property into bankruptcy and negotiating a settlement. Took properties through forbearance periods, loan modifications and refinancing. Reported directly to Senior Vice President and Director. Conducted training seminars for new Asset Managers. Traveled extensively to properties and instituted aggressive marketing and leasing and programs. Hired local Managing Agents to operate properties and oversaw their work and evaluated their effectiveness. 2006 - 2009: Cooper Square Realty (Now First Services) Senior Property Manager Two years of hands-on management of high end luxury condominiums, rental and cooperative properties including a professional building on Park Avenue and the Newswalk Condominium in Brooklyn. A third year as General Manager of 15 Broad Street, a million plus square foot condominium consisting of super luxury residential, office and retail in the Financial District, making executive decisions concerning property operations and reporting directly to the Senior Vice President. Extensive staff training and responsible for overseeing multimillion dollar capital rehabilitations and renovations. Created new business development and opportunities for Cooper Square. Improved Board, Sponsor and owner/shareholder relations. 2004 - 2006: First Sterling Financial: Vice President and Work-Out Specialist Specialist in Transitional and Watch List Tax Credit Properties and their dispositions in 43 states. Solution focused and profit driven leader with experience and acumen to move beyond obstacles, overcome shortfalls, maximize resources and increase revenues. Formulated and implemented practical cost savings plans to stabilize distressed properties. Hands on experience in leadership positions earning progressive responsibilities in all aspects of operations. Excellent team building skills, mentoring and training staff to develop a goal oriented staff. Involved in creating an Asset Management Handbook. 2001 - 2004: CLK Management: Director of Special Operations Worked with 3rd Party management firms operating CLK properties. Directed Due Diligence inspection teams and analyzed pre-acquisitions and dispositions. Specialized in turn-around occupancy and cash flow situations. Conducted on-site Leasing and Marketing seminars. Comprehensive site and agent evaluations. Helped create CLK Policy and Procedures Manual for property managers. Developed marketing programs, strategies and standards across the portfolio. Generated Executive Summaries for investors. Worked in conjunction with in-house Counsel, CEO, CFO and Director of Construction. 1991 - 2001: Hudson River Property Management: President & CEO Owned, managed and directed the operation of a full service Real Estate management firm consisting of 52 cooperative, condominium, market rate and controlled rentals, commercial and retail properties in Westchester and Manhattan. Supervised 6 full time Property Managers, Accounting Dept., and Engineering and Super staffs. Interfaced with Co-op boards, shareholders, attorneys, purchasers, brokers, union, contractors and vendors and attended all monthly, Special and Annual meetings. Rented retail and office space in our buildings. Placed new mortgage financing for HRPM properties. Oversaw major Capital Improvements and stayed involved until completion. Recommended insurance coverage, worked in conjunction with tax certiorari attorneys. Hired and directed site staff including pool operation and lifeguard supervision. 1991 - 2001: Hudson River Select Properties: Owner & President Owned and successfully managed a real estate brokerage firm in Westchester, New York with 7 full and part time licensed sales and rental brokers servicing company managed properties. Conducted appraisals for estates, acquisition, disposition and tax purposes and assessed current use and recommended future opportunities. Transferable Skills * Strong common sense and acquired management skills thorough education and experience * Ability to take overview of properties and finances without neglecting the details

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COMPANY | POSITION HELD | DATES WORKED |
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Blue Woods Management Group | Senior Vice President & Director Of Mgmt | 1/2013 - 1/2019 |
Centerline Capital Group | Vice President | 1/2009 - 1/2013 |

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