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Chicago, Illinois, United States

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Provide facility (building engineering and janitorial) services to Ion Lincoln Park, a 596-bed student housing facility adjacent to DePaul University. Oversee an on-site team that is responsible for the daily upkeep of the facility, all maintenance and repairs, capital project planning and management, as well as coordinating the turnover of all bed spaces.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

• Managed the day-to-day operations of a multi-faceted venue, comprised of an event space, restaurant/bar and pickleball courts
• Directed a team of 10 professionals, overseeing hospitality and maintenance functions from the opening of the facility through the sale of the building
• Oversaw and managed all financial aspects of the facility, including budgeting, financial reporting and any ad-hoc reporting to owners
• Spearheaded vendor negotiations and contract management, optimizing cost-efficiency
• Accountable for $1M operating budget
• Achieved fiscal objectives while maintaining a high level of service excellence

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Retained to provide operational consulting services for a portfolio of private student housing facilities. Assessed building systems and operations, procedures, protocols and personnel. Issues/challenges were identified, a series recommendations were provided and prioritized, and then implemented.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Responsible for the oversight and implementation of various smart city pilots related to ComEd’s Community of the Future, smart city, grid modernization and microgrid initiatives.

Chicago, Los Angeles And New York City

• Hired to assist in the expansion and stabilization of a company by growing its national retail footprint:
• Increased total gross revenue by 21%
• Reduced operating expenses by 20% by increasing labor efficiencies, general and administrative redundancies and reducing loss/spoilage rates
• Managed 200+ staff, through 23 direct reports in three cities
• Hired, promoted and restructured a team of 75+ staff
• Expanded operations by launching two New York City locations

Chicago, Illinois, United States

• Managed and implemented a comprehensive overhaul of an $89 million student housing facility associated with DePaul University. Oversight included leasing operations, marketing, outreach and developing long-term.
• 101% increase in gross revenue
• 323% increase in net operating income over a five-year period
• Profits grew from $0 to $4.8 million in the same period
• 100% occupancy was achieved and maintained in 2010; up from 40% in 2007
• Reduced an operating budget of $1.5 million to $1.1 million while increasing operational efficiencies

Chicago, Illinois, United States

• Hired to assist with expanding the Company’s student housing portfolio. Directly involved with project zoning, contract negotiations, construction, and project management of three student housing projects (1700+ beds)..
• Worked directly with the construction management to ensure on-time and on-budget completion
• Collaboration included architects, attorneys and marketing/leasing teams
• Interfaced with constituents including adjacent property owners, local jurisdictions, and universities
• Presented development concepts and strategies to elected officials and local civic organizations
• Represented the company and projects to government officials

Chicago, Illinois, United States

• Managed all development projects located in the Central Loop Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district by offering and evaluating requests for city subsidies, issuing and reviewing RFPs, and evaluating Planned Development.
• Negotiated redevelopment agreements, TIF subsidies, architectural features, amenities, streetscape and public benefits for city-initiated new construction and rehabilitation projects
• Managed and oversaw the successful completion of 40+ real estate development projects
• Prepared all legislative communication for the Chicago Plan Commission, City Council, and Community Development Commission
• Coordinated projects with other city departments and sister agencies, including the Mayor’s Office, Landmarks, Zoning, Transportation, Finance, Buildings, Law, Revenue, Chicago Transit Authority and Chicago Park District
• Presented development concepts and strategies to the Mayor, elected officials and local civic organizations

Master'S Degree, Urban Planning And Policy

Ba Honors, Urban And Economic Geography