Objective
To capitalize on experience and expertise in a decision-making role which will most effectively utilize my background in business development, acquisition and development of commercial, industrial and residential properties where the proven ability to achieve results can be utilized to achieve organizational goals.
Qualifications Summary
• Decisive, results-oriented professional offering extensive experience in public and private sector economic development, advocacy, project management, and business development.
• Analytical thinking decision-maker and problem-solver negotiated and managed land use studies, planning, economic development and real estate projects with major impact in Southeast Michigan.
• Articulate, confident communicator expertise in building productive relationships with developers, owners, contractors and regulatory authorities.
• Possess a strong work ethic with strong personal motivation for success function well under pressure meeting deadlines in a timely, professional fashion.
Career Highlights
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT / SENIOR PLANNER
Applied skills and expertise as a specialist interacting and negotiating with governmental, professional and regulatory agencies; community, business and industry groups; property owners; developers; contractors and the general public stimulating dialogue and action to achieve mutually satisfactory results to the community. Maintained high profile, working closely with all governmental and commercial interests exploring investment opportunities in the State of Michigan. Planned and coordinated joint meetings and presentations. Exercised management responsibility supervising staff, hiring contractors, formulating budgets, establishing timelines and managing quality control to assure completion consistent with time and budget goals.
• Created, developed and managed the “Real Estate Data Program†promoting investment and development in Oakland County.
• Compiled and analyzed data, proposed land use of physical facilities, housing and transportation to control and guide community development and renewal and planned implementation procedures.
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
Responsible for researching, establishing and maintaining industry contacts and sources that identify and lead to the successful development of new business. Charged with developing business relationships with regional and national clients interested in investing in the State of Michigan. Research and present properties to clients to maximize their development potential. Coordinate meetings with potential clients to optimize generation of income for employer.
• Facilitate Economic Outlook Forums, hosting industry, government and academia leaders.
• Created a program and trained company officers to build client relationships.
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Career Highlights (Continued)
REAL ESTATE ACQUISITION / PROPERTY SPECIALIST
Managed site acquisition process for wireless communications firms. Reviewed applicable legal, engineering and construction documentation, analyzed municipal zoning ordinances and obtained zoning approvals. Interacted with public and private property owners, negotiating option and lease agreements. Assisted with master plans to accommodate telecommunications systems. Conducted tower inventories.
GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS DIRECTOR
Served as spokesperson and liaison with community officials and departments relative to projects and programs. Created and chaired task forces among builders and government officials to achieve successful resolution of home-building issues. Advised membership of future issues facing the industry.
Career History
Business Development Director (2008-present) Giffels-Webster Engineers, Inc.
Senior Planner / Business Development (2002-2006) Spalding DeDecker Associates, Inc.
Property Specialist (2000-2001) SBA, Inc.
Senior Planner – Manager (1998-1999) Tohono O’Odham Nation
Real Estate Acquisition (1994-1996) Cellular One
Community Relations Director (1989-1992) Builders Association of S. E. Mich. Associate Planner (1973-1989) Oakland County Planning Division
Education
WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY, Detroit, MI
Master of Arts – Urban Planning
Bachelor of Arts – Sociology
Cognates in Public Administration, Psychology, Geography
MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY, East Lansing, MI
Multi-Disciplinary Program – Social Sciences
Publications
“Oakland County Development Summaryâ€
“Community Development Profile and Strategyâ€
Affiliations
Southeast Michigan Council of Governments
Michigan Society of Planning
American Planning Association
Building Industry Association of Southeastern Michigan
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