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Cincinnati, Ohio

Manage a network of employees and external brokers which oversees all corporate assets of the bank. This includes locations in the United States, Canada, and the UK.

Responsibilities for this position include identifying, analyzing, and securing new retail store locations for the The Kroger Co.. Preparing Purchase and Sale agreements, Lease Agreements, Lease Modification Agreements, and Land Lease Agreements as well as Joint Venture Development opportunities. Create and refine new build, expansion, and remodel budgets for submission of projects to The Kroger Co.'s Capital Committee. Spearhead a team of analysts, facility engineers, operations, and media relations in the project submission and approvals process. Maintain multiple databases for Capital Expenditures related to all aspects of real estate transactions. Work closely with the Kroger Legal Department on contracts and contract negotiations to ensure corporate interests are represented and continually review legal contracts as they relate to store maintenance, CAM, development expenditures, Clicklist, expansion projects, remodel projects, and lease expirations.

City Of West Carrollton, Ohio

Created successful partnerships to identify, assess, and coordinate new business outreach opportunities. Design and implement a comprehensive retention and expansion business engagement effort, developed metrics for ROI, ROA, and business development objectives. Provide expertise in accessing, utilizing, and maximizing grant and loan programs. Maintain an ongoing review of market dynamics, program and partnership opportunities, and business development opportunities. In addition, I serve as the city's housing officer and am responsible for compliance and implementation of programs like the Community Reinvestment Areas and Tax Increment Finance Districts.

Lebanon, Ohio

Performed real estate sales and leases of industrial/light industrial facilities, land, retail sites/space, and buy/build/leaseback transactions. Performed financial and site analysis', compiled construction and development information, and facilitated acquisition transactions. Worked closely with legal counsel, financial institutions, and development and escrow companies. Identified, analyzed, and prepared re-development plans and groomed future business opportunities. Prepared selection committee packets and presentations. Negotiated "Net Term", Gross, Common Area Maintenance charges, exclusivity clauses, percentage leases, recapture clauses, special assessments, and subordination clauses.

Cincinnati, Oh Washington, Dc

Acted as liaison for the Member with the Member’s personal office staff, committee staff, other Members and their staffs, and the public. Served as the Member’s confidential assistant with respect to all matters affecting the Member’s performance of his official responsibilities. Maintained the Member’s files, including notes, correspondence, and all information related to travel, communications, and ensured that the Member was provided with briefing materials for various activities in which the Member participated. Acted as a liaison with federal, state, and local agencies for the Member and the Member’s constituents as well as local and national media.

Cincinnati, Ohio

Created an effective campaign strategy to win re-election for Congressman Portman with a 74 and 72% victory in 2002 and 2004 respectfully. Led fundraising efforts aimed at re-election and distribution of excess funds to other campaigns across the country to help ensure additional victories in the US House. Managed a full time campaign staff, developed a successful media strategy, and worked with other campaign managers and candidates across the country to effectively fundraise and coordinate messaging.

Evandale, Ohio

Master Of Business Administration (Mba) Executive, International Business

Xavier’s Executive MBA (EMBA) program is an intense, fast-paced, and highly selective program designed for the experienced business.

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Biology/Biological Sciences

Activities and Societies: Sigma Nu Fraternity

Associate Of Arts (Aa)

Education record

Activities and Societies: Ohio Political Affairs Chairman