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Baltimore, Md, Us

Lancaster, Pa, Us

Buffalo, New York, Us

Buffalo, New York, Us

Buffalo, New York, Us

Buffalo, New York, Us

Buffalo, New York, Us

Bethesda, Maryland, Us

External consultant hired to counsel and assist senior management in the acquisition of commercial real estate assets located in primary and secondary markets across the US. Responsible for in-depth financial and operational due diligence of acquisition targets to determine risk levels and evaluate alignment with Acentis's investment objectives. Created and implemented complex financial models for use in the underwriting of real estate investment opportunities. Interpreted and discussed results, identified key investment considerations and risks, and provided recommendations to investment committee. Underwrote new investments opportunites including cash flow modeling, financing structuring, and investment analyses (static pro formas, IRRs, NPVs, sensitivity tables, etc.). Performed financial analysis, market reseach & analysis, and asset specific evaluations. Analyzed operating projections (rent, expense and vacancy assumptions) including developing multiple sensitivity analyses and variable assumptions applicable to the transactionAssisted in the preparation of investment committee and client memoranda.

Modesto, California, Us

Developed and implemented an extensive analytical strategy and model focused on opportunistic supply purchases which assisted management in both pricing and quantity decisions. Strategy provides potential to decrease COGS by over $9MM.Created valuation models focusing on ROIC for company-owned vineyards and land assets to assist management in capital planning decisions.

Washington, District Of Columbia, Us

Led and managed a cross-functional team of analysts responsible for the underwriting and valuation of complex commercial real estate assets and loans across diverse geographies and various asset classes. Responsible for all assets with a principal balance of at least $10MM. Appointed as a member to the new business due diligence team focused on expanding assets under management. Hired by clients to assist in the acquisition of new loan portfolios, individual loans, real estate assets, and new CMBS issuances. Team tasked with underwriting, valuing, and determining the risk level to assist potential investors in their investments. Responsibilities include valuation analysis and determination using the sales comparison, income capitalization, DCF, and cost approach. Additional duties include capitalization rate analysis, rent comparability studies, expense comparability analysis, neighborhood and location analysis, property screenings, market analysis, supply/demand analysis, operating expense analysis, and document file review.

Washington, District Of Columbia, Us

Actively managed and resolved a portfolio of over 50 commercial real estate loans (valued over $500MM) considered non-performing/defaulted. Asset classes included: multifamily, office, retail, self-storage, hospitality, and industrial. Responsible for the formulation, negotiation, and implementation of workout strategies with key focus on restructuring loans to return to performing status or by developing an exit strategy to maximize the return on investment and minimize losses. Resulted in over 30 workouts with Borrowers through complex loan modifications, note sales, full payoffs and discounted payoffs. Prepared and presented strategic business plans to Senior Management Credit Committee. Utilized detailed quantitative analysis in developing cash flow budgets and valuations of assets for business plans and supporting workout strategies through NPV and cash flow analysis utilizing Argus and Excel.Reviewed, analyzed, and negotiated transfers of ownership, earn-out releases, leases, and SNDAs. Other responsibilities included site inspections, daily cash management and analysis of third party reports for managed loans.Extensive experience working within CMBS structures, performing in-depth review of loan documents, and working with internal & external legal counsel to implement workout strategies and collection plans to generate recovery during workout period. Actively managed and responsible for all litigation aspects of loan portfolio including receiverships, bankruptcies, guaranty lawsuits and contested foreclosure processes.

Beverly Hills, Ca, Us

Managed and served as primary point of contact for over $250MM in commercial real estate loans.Responsible for identifying, tracking, and reporting on emerging credit situations. Created weekly status reports for senior management identifying potential credit exposure and recommended resolution plans focused on mitigating risk.Experienced in valuation and performing sensitivity analysis through financial modeling and projection of cash flows.

Charlottesville, Virginia, Us

Supported Deans of Admission in researching and developing recruitment strategies. Structured plans, reviewed recruitment procedures, and organized project and development meetings. Recruited prospective students.

Master Of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Accounting And Finance

Bachelor'S Degree, Economics, Religious Studies