A real estate development, investment and consulting firm specializing in hotel, office and mixed-use projects. Oversees selection of investments, underwriting, modeling, project financing, project management and asset management.

• Raised nearly $725M in equity in aggregate in MGP Funds VI, VII, and VIII and secured approximately 60% leverage for each development/acquisition for nearly $1.6B in AUM in commercial office and hospitality spaces during tenure. • Renegotiated loans on properties during global financial crisis of 2008; reduced interest, recourse and extended term. • Oversaw renegotiations of $300M syndicated loan to lower interest rates, extend term and increase proceeds saving Fund over $9M in… Show more • Raised nearly $725M in equity in aggregate in MGP Funds VI, VII, and VIII and secured approximately 60% leverage for each development/acquisition for nearly $1.6B in AUM in commercial office and hospitality spaces during tenure. • Renegotiated loans on properties during global financial crisis of 2008; reduced interest, recourse and extended term. • Oversaw renegotiations of $300M syndicated loan to lower interest rates, extend term and increase proceeds saving Fund over $9M in interest payments while providing proceeds for property expansion. • Negotiated with foreign bank to accept $24M reduction of principal owed. • Achieved overall 22% gross internal rate of return and 2.0 equity multiple for MGP Fund VII. • Led restructuring of accounting department, boosting productivity and efficiency of team. • Played vital role in executing all acquisitions, developments, financings, refinancings, redevelopments, and asset management decisions for 17 office properties, 5 hotels, and 1 luxury condo.• Revamped written fundraising collateral materials and investor reporting resulting in competitive industry positioning. • Participated with Chairman and CEO in asset-management of 1K room hotel and resort with spa, water park, and 2 golf courses. • Cultivated positive company culture with hands-on, active management style.• Created and led effective monthly meeting with Senior Leadership, focused on educating all stakeholders on all business issues. • Actively participated in ensuring completion of construction of 6 properties and 8 acquisitions throughout U.S. Show less

• Grew department into profitable operation on stand-alone basis for first time in firm history. • Represented several clients including national insurance franchisor in $75M public offering, Fortune 100 company in $100M shelf registration take down and public offering, and various small start-up companies in public and private offerings, mergers and acquisitions, and general corporate finance matters.• Mentored associate attorneys, providing leadership to junior… Show more • Grew department into profitable operation on stand-alone basis for first time in firm history. • Represented several clients including national insurance franchisor in $75M public offering, Fortune 100 company in $100M shelf registration take down and public offering, and various small start-up companies in public and private offerings, mergers and acquisitions, and general corporate finance matters.• Mentored associate attorneys, providing leadership to junior employees.• Provided legal representation to national franchisor of real estate for fast food restaurants including Arby’s, Wendy’s, Hardees, and Carl Jrs.• Recognized for achievements, becoming a Partner originally during initial employment at firm. Show less

• Grew business to $6M in revenue at time of sale in 2004 and to 160 employees during peak season; led operation to produce 1.2M pounds of chocolate products per year. • Built profitable wholesale business, shipping internationally to military bases; secured business with Safeway ($1M), Target ($800K), Williams Sonoma ($600K), and Starbucks ($350K). • Secured location in newly developed Cherry Creek Mall as one of the only non-chain stores; secured 2 locations at Denver International… Show more • Grew business to $6M in revenue at time of sale in 2004 and to 160 employees during peak season; led operation to produce 1.2M pounds of chocolate products per year. • Built profitable wholesale business, shipping internationally to military bases; secured business with Safeway ($1M), Target ($800K), Williams Sonoma ($600K), and Starbucks ($350K). • Secured location in newly developed Cherry Creek Mall as one of the only non-chain stores; secured 2 locations at Denver International Airport through public RFP process; acquired and converted 2 additional regional stores to Stephany’s Chocolates brand and built key location in Park Meadows Mall, beating out national competition. • Built new 24K square foot manufacturing plant and created production and shipping process to support rapid growth of organization. • Established production schedules to accommodate diversity of product portfolio and held full authority for hiring and firing personnel, marketing, shipping, and sales. • Won Best Confection Award for Colorado Almond Toffee and positioned business as key player in industry. • Consistently competed with major brands including Ghirardelli’s, See’s Candies, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Company, among others. Show less