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Market Analysis, Store Deployment Review, Site Selection, New Store Approval, Franchise Real Estate Support for all 1,523 stores and 372 separate franchise groups in all markets in the Southeastern United States.

Lead and manage the Aaron's internal and external real estate team as well as the external third party brokerage network. Plan, organize and develop new market growth strategies for all of the Aaron's subsidiaries. Work with operations and senior management to establish and implement market development plans and strategies based on the current store deployment, market penetration and analysis of potential growth opportunities. Prepare proposals, presentations and approval packages for new store site submittals to the Vice President and the Real Estate Committee. Review and analyze legal documents, financial reports and due diligence materials. Negotiate contracts and work with inside/outside counsel to finalize transactions.

Conduct market research to identify and prioritize new growth opportunities. Develop strategies for new store deployment in markets with strong potential and oversee the implementation of said strategies. Analyze existing store locations and determine long range plans for closure or relocation of under performing units.

Oversaw all real estate matters for the 220 GPC owned NAPA retail/wholesale stores in the Southeastern United States. Acted as the liaison between the landlord and GPC for the negotiation and maintenance of leased and sublet property. Provided site selection for the development of the new NAPA retail prototype store. Worked with investors to develop build-to-suit facilities for long term lease opportunities. Relocated existing NAPA stores to new facilities and oversaw the retrofit to NAPA specifications. Prioritized long-term real estate needs and developed plans to meet said needs.

Oversaw all real estate matters to include the purchase and sale of property, facility construction, leasehold build-outs, lease negotiations and sublease agreements. Developed budget forecasts for future real estate, construction and lease commitments. Performed market rent studies and site selection. Responsible for WFASC's compliance with all federal, state and local environmental regulations.