David Swanson, Bs, Rl Email & Phone Number

Canton, Ohio

• Negotiate pooling modifications with land and mineral owners whose lands are HBP
• Research information necessary to complete amendment and ratification documents for unitization; meet with owners for signatures
• Draft various documents to support curative efforts including, subordination, consent to lease, payment designation, general and corrective ratification, affidavits and oil and gas releases
• Research associated documents for clarification and title resolution
• Collaborate with others to strategize and plan for best practice in pooling amendments, curative efforts, and document preparation
• Review title opinions for clarification and direction in resolving curative matters

Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio

• Analyzed mortgages and determined if they are compliant and recordable
• Observed state and county recording regulations to ensure timely processing of mortgages
• Compared title property report with mortgage to verify legal description, vesting information, notary acknowledgment and related document(s) to be recorded with mortgage
• Researched associated documents for clarification and title resolution
• Communicated with loan officers about defective mortgages; supplied corrective measures for necessary revisions
• Consulted with legal counsel and underwriting personnel about title deficiencies

Canton, Michigan

• Performed title research at county auditor, recorder’s office and county courts, both in person and online
• Examined deeds, mortgages, lease agreements, liens, judgments, plat books, maps, contracts, and agreements to verify ownership, legal descriptions, and all applicable easements/restrictions
• Analyzed search requests to compile title evidence via legal descriptions, interest owners, and involved parties
• Gathered and reviewed findings on all public records affecting property titles
• Verified accuracy and completeness of land-related documents in the chain-of-title
• Compiled reports using online proprietary production system (ASK online worksheet)

• Collaboratively secured approximately 2,000 leasehold acres within a matter of months
• Reduced obstacles and persuaded ‘holdouts’ through negotiations, by listening to concerns and communicating the advantages and benefits of leasing mineral rights
• Cultivated relationships with landowners implementing a “whatever it takes” approach, applying necessary pressure to move negotiations forward, yet remained non-combative
• Successfully prepared, negotiated and notarized oil and gas lease agreements with mineral interest owners
• Researched and obtained courthouse and county records necessary for leasing and curative efforts
• Deliberated and obtained signed curative documents to diminish title risk

Canton, Ohio

• Regularly surpassed employer goals in client communication and number of leases acquired
• Recognized top performer on lease acquisition team
• Facilitated and coordinated negotiations and the acquisition of mineral leases with private landowners
• Prepared and administered documents for execution, including notarization
• Resolved complex lease issues resulting from Ohio’s Dormant Mineral Act through curative methods
• Comprehensively researched courthouse and county records necessary for leasing and curative efforts

North Canton, Ohio

• Appointed leader for team projects, responsible for synthesizing reports and providing status updates
• Fostered strong relationships with various levels of management, co-workers, and external contacts
• Researched title in county courthouses to determine mineral interest ownership
• Completed lease verification analysis, HBP well checks, and obtained mineral owner source deed
• Conducted title research and documented findings in title run sheets
• Communicated with supervisory personnel throughout abstracting process utilizing Excel and iLandman

Uniontown, Ohio

• Managed modification team in ratifying over 1,800 oil and gas leases totaling more than 75,000 leasehold acres
• Minimized turnaround time and maintained less than 1% modification error rate
• Oversaw oil and gas lease modifications and completed curative work efficiently
• Accurately researched courthouse records to obtain succession of title chain from patent to present
• Responsible for document accuracy and final proof before document execution
• Recognized for work excellence during employee evaluations; achieved performance promotions for all reviews

Brunswick, Ohio

• Successfully negotiated transportation vehicle packages exceeding $775,000
• Consistent top performer in total sales from May 2009 – July 2011
• Managed 1,200+ highly competitive dealership accounts throughout the US
• Oversaw business during owner’s absences, increasing sales over 50% during previous similar absences
• Built solid relationships with clients that gained trust and resulted in customer retention
• Negotiated with dealership owners, presidents, and managers for the sale of vehicle packages

Willoughby, Ohio

• Supplied turnkey material handling systems for manufacturing, distribution, and warehousing industries
• Solved problems that reduced injuries and maintenance costs; implemented solutions that increased productivity, enhanced storage capacity, and controlled inventory
• Prepared detailed quotes exceeding $500,000 and negotiated terms of sale contracts
• Conducted site visits, produced customized solution packages, and negotiated contract terms
• Developed site plans, equipment drawings, and included imagery for visual depiction
• Collaborated with engineering team to develop tailored solutions, equipment specifications and design layouts

Akron, Ohio

• Responsible for client consultation process, including site assessment, proposal generation, and negotiations
• Team leader for community volunteer groups for play equipment installations
• Created tailored designs and implemented solutions of play equipment for schools, parks and day care centers
• Delivered presentations, formulated proposals, site and equipment plans, and all imagery of playground details
• Managed trade show marketing events, fostered new relationships, and qualified new business opportunities
• Contributed to overall design and construction of playground recognized by Landscape Architect magazine