Lawrence Berkman Email & Phone Number

Greater Denver Area

Provide managerial leadership and support for a portfolio of commercial office assets. Direct oversight of four (4) managers and a support staff of twelve (12) maintenance technicians. Personally managed the turnaround and re-positioning of a troubled 300,00 sqft asset that had been purchased out of receivership, and was suffering from significant deferred maintenance and dwindling occupancy. Developed and executed a business plan to enhance asset performance which substantially increased occupancy.• 2018 Manager of the Year Award in Competition with 24 Managers in 10 Major US Cities.• Achieved 100% Improvement in Annual Quality Assurance Inspection Score from 40% to 84%. • Efficiently Delivered +$3M in Capital Improvements and Tenant Finish Projects• Enhanced Asset Value by increasing occupancy from 65% to 85% over Three Year Period.• Achieved Platinum Status Award for Outstanding Achievement in Energy Management.• Corporate Merit Award for Outstanding Performance in Each Year of Employment

Denver, Colorado

I was hired by Schnitzer West to take over as Investment Manager in the middle of significant upgrades and the repositioning of an asset. The projects had been languishing for months. Upon taking over the management of the asset, both lobbies were undergoing complete renovations. All eight (8) elevators were having complete mechanical modernizations and cab redesigns. Additionally, all of the landscaping at the property was in the initial stages of a comprehensive overhaul. Tenants were frustrated and disturbed with the extended period of time that the project was taking, and the general interruption of normal business flow.After an immediate assessment, I created a strategic plan to get all of these projects back on track. Meetings were convened with contractors and vendors, and strict schedules were set, to expedite completion of the repositioning project. Vendors and contractors were called in to one-on-one meetings to improve communications and expedite required approvals. During this time, the property had become a target for brokers to relocate tenants from the property. Significantly improving tenant relations was paramount to the success of the project. In order to address concerns, project schedules were shared with all of the tenants and personal meetings were held to review concerns. Amenities were immediately rolled out including: an Outdoor Plaza with teak furniture, the first food truck program in Cherry Creek, Classical and Holiday music in the Plaza, and a variety of highly attended Holiday and Tennant Appreciation Events. The results were significant. • Lobby renovations, elevator upgrades & landscaping projects completed within 6 months. • Occupancy rose from 60% to 80% within a 12 month period. • Tenant satisfaction increased, as measured by annual surveys, by 20% within one year. • The departure of tenants was curtailed and renewal rates spiked.

Denver, Colorado

Worked as an independent Real Estate Consultant assisting clients on a national basis in the following disciplines: • Developing and executing Marketing Programs for Residential Units. • Re-Branding an existing Residential Leasing Organization. • Managed renovations of residential units. * Set up policies and procedures for brokerage office. * Leased luxury residential units to upscale client base.

Denver, Colorado

I was recruited by a Professional Recruiting Firm, and hired directly by the CEO, to lead the Regional Management of a 1.2 Million square foot portfolio of (12) office assets, for a publicly traded Real Estate Investment Trust (NYSE: AMV). My main objective was to bring stability and order to the Management Division. Direct reports included four (4) Managers and five (5) Maintenance Engineers. Additionally, I was personally responsible for the Project Management of the Modernization and Repositioning of five (5) assets. The scope of these projects included the complete modernization of nine (9) elevators, encompassing mechanical upgrades, cab interior remodels, and aesthetic upgrades to five (5) building lobbies. These projects occurred simultaneously at disparate locations. For successful completion, these projects required expert coordination, outstanding communication with all contractors and stakeholders, and a unique and creative customer relations program, to address the interruption of existing tenant's businesses, minimize inconvenience, and maintain a professional environment throughout the projects. Significant accomplishments included: • Saved $30k through consolidating regional 3rd party contract services. • Slashed A/R through collections and restructuring leases. • Delivered on budget $6M+ in Capital Improvements and Tenant Finish Projects. • Managed $900K construction of Northwestern Mutual Financial Regional Headquarters

Denver, Colorado

Hired by JDN Realty to direct the Management Operations for the Denver Region, consisting of a $500M mixed portfolio of: Retail, Office, and Industrial assets. It was a new position that required creating a structure and strategy for the Management Division. Responsibilities included: building a management team, financial reporting, client relations, budget approval and business development. • Developed new business adding 15% to departmental revenues within first year. • Delivered $1.3M in Tenant Finish and Capital Construction within budget and on schedule.

Managed a 1.2 M sqft portfolio of Institutional Office Assets. Responsible for budget development, financial reporting, capital project management, construction management, lease analysis, lease renewals, business plan development, and customer service. Colorado PERA was the main owner to which I reported.Major accomplishments included: • Refined construction bidding process reducing bid turnaround time from 10 to 3 days. • Executed $5M in Tenant Finish and Capital Construction Projects. • Reduced Operating expenses by 10% through competatively bidding all 3rd party contracts. • Replaced inferior janitorial vendor throughout portfolio improving customer service scores. • Served as an Expert Witness for Owner resulting in a $925K favorable judgement for owner.

Managed a 355,000 sqft portfolio comprised of three (3) Institutional Office Buildings located on a 12 acre campus. Responsibilities included: Budget Preparation, Construction Management, Contract and Customer Service. Asset was owned and occupied by Mutual of New York. One of the major tenants was Trammel Crow.

Master Of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Management Policy

Activities and Societies: MBA Executive Board, VP MBA Real Estate Organization

Bsba, Marketing / Finance