Responsible for the overall strategy of UD+P’s portfolio, with the primary goal of maximizing the operational performance and financial returns of all real estate projects and businesses. Real estate portfolio includes residential, mixed-use, commercial, retail and hospitality. Operating businesses include food & beverage, special events, co-working, hotel operations and 3rd party commercial and residential managers. Serves on the Executive Leadership Team and Investment Committee.

Provided strategic leadership to the local property management division, as well as oversight of all 3rd party property management firms in outside markets.

Provided strategic leadership to the management division of a real estate investment firm. Responsible for the entire life cycle of each asset, from underwriting, due diligence, business plan implementation, ongoing financial analysis, and disposition. Portfolio included 40+ employees, 1.3M sq ft of mixed-use Class A assets in Portland, Seattle, Berkeley, Oakland, and Hawaii.

Responsible for the oversight Gerding Edlen's Management Division—a separate, wholly owned subsidiary known as Gerding Edlen Management (GEM). GEM is responsible for the management of multi-family, mixed-use and commercial assets across various markets including Portland, Seattle, Hawaii, Bay Area and Los Angeles. I worked closely with our Regional Managers to achieve revenue goals through thoughtful rent positioning, all while maximizing operating performance. I also interfaced regularly with various ownership groups, ranging from large REITS to small individual property owners.

Managed the underwriting, lease-up, stabilization and disposition of approx. 1M sq ft of mixed-use Class A assets within the portfolio. Created and implemented portfolio wide best practices and memorialized those within the companies Policies and Procedures Manual. Served as the firms Yardi systems administrator. Created and implemented a on boarding and ongoing training program for all employees.

Responsible for the lease-up and sale of a 352- unit, 6K sq ft retail, mixed-use asset within the Gerding Edlen portfolio. Managed 12 direct reports between leasing, marketing, and facilities. Managed the smooth sale to a large REIT including due diligence, inspections, and buyer interactions.

Responsible for the oversight of the company’s multifamily portfolio in Texas, Oklahoma and Alabama. Selected property management professionals, implemented business plans and issued quarterly investor reporting. Human resource responsibilities included oversight of payroll, benefits, recruiting and employee performance within the company.