MNR Properties is a Des Moines, Iowa-based self managed family business owned and operated for over 60 years. The company was originally established in the 1950's by our Grandfather August Forge't who was a Real Estate developer and Agent in California. Norman Forge't Sr continued the legacy starting with muti-family housing and single family homes, development and commercial properties. As we continue to serve our community by providing quality and affordable housing and business opportunities… Show more MNR Properties is a Des Moines, Iowa-based self managed family business owned and operated for over 60 years. The company was originally established in the 1950's by our Grandfather August Forge't who was a Real Estate developer and Agent in California. Norman Forge't Sr continued the legacy starting with muti-family housing and single family homes, development and commercial properties. As we continue to serve our community by providing quality and affordable housing and business opportunities along with our commitment to excellent customer service and a responsive approach to tenant inquiries helps us better serve our tenants and businesses. Show less

 Third party commercial property management, responsible for fifteen retail and office properties in central Iowa. Establishing and maintained exceptional operating standards including; maximized contracted services, oversight of the property’s preventative maintenance program, development of a comprehensive energy and capital plan;  Liaised with and direct building staff and contractors as required including tender and review of operational contract documents ( landscaping, trash… Show more  Third party commercial property management, responsible for fifteen retail and office properties in central Iowa. Establishing and maintained exceptional operating standards including; maximized contracted services, oversight of the property’s preventative maintenance program, development of a comprehensive energy and capital plan;  Liaised with and direct building staff and contractors as required including tender and review of operational contract documents ( landscaping, trash, cleaning, etc.) Oversite of Cap-ex projects: identifying safety concerns, deteriorated maintenance issues, writing RFP, obtaining bids, selection process. Day to day management of progress with contractors and vendors, change orders, completion and final walk through.  Analyzing financial statements and preparation and distribution of monthly and quarterly reports; Coding and approving all payables invoices to comply with budget schedules; Show less

Principal Financial Group Corporate Portfolio Real Estate Management: Portfolio Manager responsible for eight properties over the Midwest, properties including data center, generation plant and six office buildings. Establishing and maintained exceptional operating standards including; maximized contracted services, oversight of the property’s preventative maintenance program, development of a comprehensive energy and capital plan;  Liaised with and direct building staff and… Show more Principal Financial Group Corporate Portfolio Real Estate Management: Portfolio Manager responsible for eight properties over the Midwest, properties including data center, generation plant and six office buildings. Establishing and maintained exceptional operating standards including; maximized contracted services, oversight of the property’s preventative maintenance program, development of a comprehensive energy and capital plan;  Liaised with and direct building staff and contractors as required including tender and review of operational contract documents (landscaping, trash, cleaning, etc.);  Oversite of Cap-ex projects: identifying safety concerns, deteriorated maintenance issues, writing RFP, obtaining bids, selection process. Day to day management of progress with contractors and vendors, change orders, completion and final walk through.  Analyzing financial statements and preparation and distribution of monthly and quarterly reports; Coding and approving all payables invoices to comply with budget schedules;  Management of the 360 work order system. Show less

 General Manager, Operations and Marketing Rebranded the center from regional mall with a partial redevelopment, to a mix-use community center. Contributed in growing NOI by 50%. Cut unnecessary operating expenses by 52% in 4 years, marketing, maintenance, housekeeping, operations & security without compromising standards. Marketing and business development aimed at year round events for driving NOI and Supported marketing in the development and execution of a… Show more  General Manager, Operations and Marketing Rebranded the center from regional mall with a partial redevelopment, to a mix-use community center. Contributed in growing NOI by 50%. Cut unnecessary operating expenses by 52% in 4 years, marketing, maintenance, housekeeping, operations & security without compromising standards. Marketing and business development aimed at year round events for driving NOI and Supported marketing in the development and execution of a comprehensive marketing plan that enhanced the Shopping Center and key retailer sales.  Developed a strong partnership with community organizations that would benefit the center’s growth and recognition. Concentrated efforts for publicity on a local level for the center through area print articles and broadcast stories. Implemented an annual marketing plan, budget and business plan for the center based on our unique market and center. Monitored and maintained the marketing budget and accounted for variances. Produced thirty second commercial to be viewed by 77,000 spectators. Developed and implemented a comprehensive Strategic Business Plan which addresses the opportunities and needs of the center;  Developed and retained a highly skilled mall team. Provide employees with appropriate tools and training to create an environment that maximizes performance and adheres to all company policy and procedures;  Oversite of Cap-ex projects: identifying safety concerns, deteriorated maintenance issues, writing RFP, obtaining bids, selection process. Day to day management of progress with contractors and vendors, change orders, completion and final walk through.  Established and maintained exceptional operating standards including; maximized contracted services, oversight of the property’s preventative maintenance program, development of a comprehensive energy and capital plan; Show less

 Created an atmosphere for our customers to be proud to shop in a clean, comfortable and friendly environment. Oversite of 1.1 million square feet of multi-tenant space, 141 acre property with surrounding out-parcels and anchors. Over site of interior and exterior vendors, property improvements, cap-ex projects and to include tenant build outs. Managed and oversaw all aspects of our eighteen employees in housekeeping and maintenance departments. Structured and implemented… Show more  Created an atmosphere for our customers to be proud to shop in a clean, comfortable and friendly environment. Oversite of 1.1 million square feet of multi-tenant space, 141 acre property with surrounding out-parcels and anchors. Over site of interior and exterior vendors, property improvements, cap-ex projects and to include tenant build outs. Managed and oversaw all aspects of our eighteen employees in housekeeping and maintenance departments. Structured and implemented programs and policies to increase productivity in housekeeping through reoccurring training and pride and ownership of our property and workplace.  Fostered a teamwork/open-door environment conducive to positive dialogue across the organization. Personal efforts were cited as the driving force behind branch’s employee-retention rate of 95% within an industry where high turnover is the norm. Operated and annual budget of over 850,000, profit and loss monthly reviews as well as average wage rate and adhering to budgeted hours by corrective scheduling. Brought workers’ compensation program and general liability claims into full compliance through implementing a safety first attitude and procedural standards.  Regional Management over site of three malls in Iowa and Illinois, with over 3 million square feet of multi-tenant space, reoccurring management training on employee retention, budgeting, profit and loss, scheduling, increase productivity, safety training, policy and procedure, workers comp and general liability procedure and reduction plans, quarterly property evaluations and equipment needs. Participated in over 14 new account start-ups accounts for Simon Properties and Macerich in Iowa, South Dakota, Colorado and Texas, property evaluation for short and long term needs, and goals to succeed. Initial management training on policy and procedure, payroll, staffing, scheduling, AWR, increased productivity and budgeting. Show less

 Created a new property management firm, targeting potential business opportunities and land development in Warren and Polk County Iowa.  Initiated the start-up and operation of two retail packaging and shipping centers. Successfully increased customer traffic and income by partnering up with and integrating Sprint/Nextel into our existing retail stores. Successful Income property landlord with six individual residential units. Home purchase and rehabilitation to… Show more  Created a new property management firm, targeting potential business opportunities and land development in Warren and Polk County Iowa.  Initiated the start-up and operation of two retail packaging and shipping centers. Successfully increased customer traffic and income by partnering up with and integrating Sprint/Nextel into our existing retail stores. Successful Income property landlord with six individual residential units. Home purchase and rehabilitation to resale. New home construction and retail sales of eight homes in two years of medium to high income buyers. Show less

 Responsible for a team of seven apartment managers: to include maintenance and housekeeping crews of eight. Oversite of 350 residential properties including seven commercial strip centers in Des Moines and surrounding communities. Hired, recruited and developed staff with the goal of ensuring excellent service, business orientation and internal promote-ability. Mentored and trained managers and assistants in budgeting, staffing, workforce management sales and… Show more  Responsible for a team of seven apartment managers: to include maintenance and housekeeping crews of eight. Oversite of 350 residential properties including seven commercial strip centers in Des Moines and surrounding communities. Hired, recruited and developed staff with the goal of ensuring excellent service, business orientation and internal promote-ability. Mentored and trained managers and assistants in budgeting, staffing, workforce management sales and service. Developed budgets and forecasts and optimized opportunities for new market prospects.  Created and delivered presentations and PUD’s to the Des Moines City Council to obtain necessary land permits for planning and zoning.  Oversaw exterior and interior remodeling projects, including build-outs from vanilla shell to operational businesses. Initiated and completed a 2 million dollar redevelopment project in Des Moines, Demolished a seven-acre trailer court, redeveloped the land to include a new one acre five bay car wash, a one acre 10,000 square foot retail site build to suit, four acre PUD site plan for a 72 unit apartment complex and expanded business profit to include 10 low income housing resale. Utilized a six thousand square foot vacant stand-alone building in Pleasant Hill and opened up a profitable Day Care Center at 2/3rds occupancy of seventy five children. Managed a staff with one General Manager, two assistants and six full time care providers, only to sell the building and business two years later by doubling our investment. Show less