* Spearheaded development of 8 food hall locations nationwide, with projected gross sales of $2.08B and EBITDA of $165M over 20 years* Negotiated partnerships with 10+ developers, driving a 30% development inquiry increase* Directed real estate team to exceed expansion goals by 20%, acquiring prime urban locations according to a strategic five-year plan* Executed deals for 13 food hall locations, delivering an average ROI on leases of 35% and 650% on management agreements within the first year* Led pre-construction budget, design and operational processes and provided construction management oversight to 18 projects, reducing costs by 12% through value engineering* Managed network of nationwide developers and brokers, resulting in best-in-class locations in the top 10 major US markets* Negotiated and closed six zero-cost management agreements, percent-rent, and minimal cost lease-structured arrangements, saving the food hall company $33M in capital costs* Transferred all costs of build-out, startup, and operating budget for two upcoming food halls to landlords' balance sheets, reducing company's capital expenditure by $10M

* Established and managed a national brokerage unit, resulting in the execution of 60+ leases across key markets including New York, DC, Chicago, Miami, and Boston, achieving a 30% increase in client portfolio* Expanded company into new markets, personally approving new locations and securing compelling sites through regular engagements with developers, landlords, and REITs* Directed strategy and operations of a national brokerage unit, fostering an entrepreneurial culture and facilitating concept expansions for exclusive clients, driving a 25% increase in annual revenue* Designed, managed, negotiated, and leased all retail real estate functions, leading to successful brand expansion on the local, regional, and national levels for food and beverage brands* Managed client expectations and executed brokerage commission agreements, resulting in a 20% increase in lease execution efficiency

* Branded Concept Development is an outsourced real estate, construction management and facilities management firm for developing restaurant and retail concepts* Whether imparting proven expertise to a start-up, or supporting the roll-out of an existing brand, BCD provides the essential insight for a comprehensive and cost-effective approach throughout the expansion process

* Built a new restaurant modeled after an Italian sandwich shop* Personally oversaw all aspects of business including design/construction, menu development, marketing, purchasing, staff hiring and training and all operations* Secured investor funding and oversaw the expansion of the concept to a second, and a planned third, location