Experience

City of Urbana, Illinois

• United States
• Government Administration
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Advisor for Integrated Strategy Developmenrt

  • Mar 2020 - Present

  Urbana-Champaign Area Responsible for the integrated planning of all aspects of the City's Comprehensive Plan, including land use, infrastructure, City facilities, and economic development. Scope encompasses all of the City's development-based policy goals, including affordable housing, sustainability, and transportation safety.



Fox Development Corporation

• Real Estate
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chief Executive Officer

  • Oct 2013 - Mar 2020

  Champaign, Illinois A commercial real estate development firm and co-developer/managing partner of Fox/Atkins Development LLC, the developer of the University of Illinois Research Park, leasing/managing 1.5 million SF of office and retail space. Generate and cultivate new company prospects while overseeing marketing, leasing, and property management for FDC- owned and managed properties and new building and tenant construction projects. Foster tenant and vendor relations to achieve growth and profit… Show more A commercial real estate development firm and co-developer/managing partner of Fox/Atkins Development LLC, the developer of the University of Illinois Research Park, leasing/managing 1.5 million SF of office and retail space. Generate and cultivate new company prospects while overseeing marketing, leasing, and property management for FDC- owned and managed properties and new building and tenant construction projects. Foster tenant and vendor relations to achieve growth and profit goals. Selected Accomplishments: * Recruited by Founder and Chairman to return as CEO based on previously proven history with the organization and capability to provide stronger leadership. * Developed database and contacted over 700 company prospects, including Fortune 500 companies, to achieve the University of Illinois Research Park’s growth goals. * Established relationships with corporate relations, career services, deans, faculty, and advancement staffs to partner on attracting new companies; resulted in over 20 new companies leasing over 70,000 sf of office space. * Negotiated an early termination agreement with a Fortune 500 company, netting FDC $.80 per dollar remaining on the multi-year lease and preservation of manufacturing equipment; generated additional profit by allowing space to be leased to other tenants. * Finalized a long-term lease with Yahoo, Inc. to be the sole tenant of a new 40,000 sf building at the University of Illinois Research Park, demonstrating a high-profile Fortune 100 company can find value in establishing a large presence within the University of Illinois Research Park. * Managed on-time and under budget completion of new Yahoo building; increased building value by 23% through additional tenant investment.

• President & Chief Executive Officer

  • Oct 2013 - Mar 2020



University of Illinois System

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Deputy Director

  • May 2011 - Sep 2013

  University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign “Located at the Advanced Transportation Research and Engineering Laboratory (ATREL), ICT is one of the world’s premier multi-modal transportation research centers. ICT’s primary research sponsor is the Illinois Dept. of Transportation (IDOT) through a $30M, five-year intergovernmental agreement.” Managed business development, marketing outreach, sponsored research management, technology transfer, and day-to-day operations. Selected Accomplishments: * Served as liaison with funding… Show more “Located at the Advanced Transportation Research and Engineering Laboratory (ATREL), ICT is one of the world’s premier multi-modal transportation research centers. ICT’s primary research sponsor is the Illinois Dept. of Transportation (IDOT) through a $30M, five-year intergovernmental agreement.” Managed business development, marketing outreach, sponsored research management, technology transfer, and day-to-day operations. Selected Accomplishments: * Served as liaison with funding sponsors, including IDOT and Illinois State Tollway Authority, to ensure research goals were achieved. * Coordinated multiple proposals for sponsored research involving faculty researchers at the University of Illinois and other Illinois universities to provide funding for new transportation research. * Prepared proposal and obtained $250,000 for ATREL improvements from the College of Engineering dean. * Worked with CEE and COE Advancement to develop an ATREL endowment campaign and industry partner program to fund transportation faculty research, ATREL equipment, and facility improvements. * Managed new Erosion & Sediment Control Workshop Series implemented to train IDOT engineers and state contractors on best practices to reduce erosion during road construction. Show less



SAIC

• United States
• IT Services and IT Consulting
• 700 & Above Employee

• Director of University & Corporate Development

  • Sep 2009 - Apr 2011

  A $4 billion technology and engineering company that uses its deep domain knowledge to solve problems of vital importance in the world. SAIC is headquartered in McLean, VA (now SAIC & Leidos). Generated new business opportunities by developing relationships and contracts with the University of Illinois faculty researchers and high-tech companies for collaborative research. Selected Accomplishments: * Negotiated teaming agreement with the University of Illinois Office of The Vice… Show more A $4 billion technology and engineering company that uses its deep domain knowledge to solve problems of vital importance in the world. SAIC is headquartered in McLean, VA (now SAIC & Leidos). Generated new business opportunities by developing relationships and contracts with the University of Illinois faculty researchers and high-tech companies for collaborative research. Selected Accomplishments: * Negotiated teaming agreement with the University of Illinois Office of The Vice Chancellor for research on a large government agency contract pursuit. * Formed a partnership with the University of Illinois Center for Nano-CEMMS for a joint proposal on government STEM program to be implemented in high schools nationally and internationally. * Organized a joint SAIC/University of Illinois strategy workshop pairing University of Illinois researchers with SAIC's distinguished scientists from around the country to create research partnerships. * Developed relationships and negotiated Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) with professors and area technology firms for collaboration on government agency contracts. * Identified technology firms to compliment SAIC research expertise and developed relationships resulting in successful research partnerships. * Selected to join taskforce during merger acquisition into Reconnaissance & Surveillance Operation; communicated updates for impacted employees. Show less



Andrea Ruedi Consulting

• CEO

  • Nov 2003 - Apr 2011

  Project management and corporate consulting services.



Fox Development Corporation

• Real Estate
• 1 - 100 Employee

• CEO

  • Jan 2004 - Feb 2009

  A commercial real estate development firm and co-developer/managing partner of Fox/Atkins Development LLC, the developer of the University of Illinois Research Park, leasing/managing 1.5 million SF of office and retail space.Generate and cultivate new company prospects while overseeing marketing, leasing, and property management for FDC- owned and managed properties and new building and tenant construction projects. Foster tenant and vendor relations to achieve growth and profit… Show more A commercial real estate development firm and co-developer/managing partner of Fox/Atkins Development LLC, the developer of the University of Illinois Research Park, leasing/managing 1.5 million SF of office and retail space.Generate and cultivate new company prospects while overseeing marketing, leasing, and property management for FDC- owned and managed properties and new building and tenant construction projects. Foster tenant and vendor relations to achieve growth and profit goals. Selected Accomplishments: * Secured infrastructure and capital funding of $500K from IDOT for extension of Oak Street to allow for further expansion, $100K for traffic study in anticipation of future growth, and funding for Fourth Street extension to Windsor Road by identifying available local and state funding sources, writing, and submitting proposals requests. * Wrote grant proposals and procured two State of Illinois tourism grants totaling $450K to apply toward I Hotel capital expenses. * Worked with university staff on a comprehensive master plan for the University of Illinois Research Park to accommodate future growth while creating a vibrant work environment. * Served as project manager for the development of I Hotel, Conference Center, and Houlihan's Restaurant, a joint development with the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; actively managed the construction process, vendor selection, staffing, marketing, and operations. * Issued a RFP and negotiated a 15-year lease for an infant–K child development center at the University of Illinois Research Park. * Negotiated the multi-million dollar sale of two fully-leased University of Illinois Research Park buildings. * Established corporate policies, wrote organizational and human resources policy manuals, and developed all marketing materials for FDC, I Hotel, and Houlihan's Restaurant. Show less



Champaign County Alliance

• CEO

  • Jan 2001 - Dec 2003

  Champaign, IL A 501(c)(6) formed in May 2001 as the parent corporation of the Champaign County Chamber, Economic Development Corporation and Convention & Visitors Bureau. Forty member board of directors with three affiliate boards comprised of public and private sector board members. Total budget $2.1M. Led Champaign County's first public/private sector organization as the single point of contact for economic development, tourism, and business advocacy for the County. Selected… Show more A 501(c)(6) formed in May 2001 as the parent corporation of the Champaign County Chamber, Economic Development Corporation and Convention & Visitors Bureau. Forty member board of directors with three affiliate boards comprised of public and private sector board members. Total budget $2.1M. Led Champaign County's first public/private sector organization as the single point of contact for economic development, tourism, and business advocacy for the County. Selected Accomplishments: * Recruited via national search to lead newly-formed, county-wide consolidated organization based on results achieved while Champaign County Chamber CEO and ability to form public/private sector partnerships. * Promoted technology start-ups in Champaign County and provided capital to local technology- based companies by procuring a $910K grant from Illinois DCEO for Illinois Technology Enterprise Center. * Developed Entrepreneurship Center Network program, resulting in the selection of Champaign County Alliance as The State of Illinois' first grant recipient/fiscal agent. * Coordinated community-wide visioning process for Champaign County, including identifying community indicators to track progress and prioritize issues. * Developed and managed all aspects of a start-up organization, including incorporation and bylaws, operational policies and procedures, budgeting and accounting, hiring of management, personnel policies, investor and board relations, and marketing. * Streamlined operations and reduced overhead expenses; FY04 budget was 4.5% less than the FY03 budget even though staff health benefits rose 7.8%, office space lease expense increased 3%, equipment leases increased 3% and business insurance increased 11%. Show less



Champaign County Chamber of Commerce

• President & CEO

  • Jan 1998 - Dec 2000

  A 501(c)(6) membership organization representing over 1,100 business members in Champaign County an 18-member board of directors comprised of community leaders and university administration. Served as the spokesperson and advocate for The Champaign County business community , influencing public policy and fostering a climate in which businesses can grow and prosper. Responsible for management of membership development, fundraising, staff and volunteers, and for carrying out policies… Show more A 501(c)(6) membership organization representing over 1,100 business members in Champaign County an 18-member board of directors comprised of community leaders and university administration. Served as the spokesperson and advocate for The Champaign County business community , influencing public policy and fostering a climate in which businesses can grow and prosper. Responsible for management of membership development, fundraising, staff and volunteers, and for carrying out policies established by the board through annual program of action. Selected Accomplishments: * Organized business development team responsible for calling on California high-tech companies to promote high-technology industry in Champaign County; resulted in the creation of techCommUnity, Inc. * Submitted grant proposal to The Illinois DCEO, resulting in the state’s first High-Tech-School-To- Work program encouraging area students to pursue high-tech careers. * Organized the first all-member forum to identify critical issues affecting Champaign County; recommended and implemented a strategic plan to proactively address concerns. * Prioritized and addressed issues impacting Champaign County through collaborative working relationships with the University of Illinois. Parkland College, community leaders, and elected officials. * Developed a website portal and monthly newspaper insert to create awareness and endorse the Chamber as a county-wide organization, promote its initiatives, and garner mission support. * Created and managed a zero-based budget with general ledger accounts for both revenue and expense, resulting in a true picture of the organization’s financial position. Show less



First of America Bank Corporation

• Senior Vice President - Marketing

  • May 1990 - Dec 1997

  A $34B bank holding company with over 650 offices in Indiana, Illinois, Florida, and Michigan. Acquired by National City Bank in 1998 (now PNC). Maintained progressive management responsibility for product development and marketing of financial products and services to target consumers and commercial markets. Selected Accomplishments: * Administered $6.2M marketing budget allocated for retail and small business lending. * Consistently achieved market growth and profitability… Show more A $34B bank holding company with over 650 offices in Indiana, Illinois, Florida, and Michigan. Acquired by National City Bank in 1998 (now PNC). Maintained progressive management responsibility for product development and marketing of financial products and services to target consumers and commercial markets. Selected Accomplishments: * Administered $6.2M marketing budget allocated for retail and small business lending. * Consistently achieved market growth and profitability goals by developing and implementing improvement strategies and best practices. * Managed the affinity credit card marketing program to increase loan volume and customer loyalty. * Named as one of three corporate management members selected to management team; assigned to start up a Florida bank operation. * Developed organizational structure, identified branch sites, and introduced organizational philosophy, and product line to Florida markets; profitable within 2.5 years, * Led launch of supermarket branching in Florida, Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan; reated the first cooperative advertising campaign with a supermarket partner. * Negotiated a cooperative marketing campaign with Royal Caribbean Cruise Line, resulting in a 20% increase in senior checking accounts. * Developed a corporate-wide newcomer program, trained centralized fulfillment center to handle inbound calls , and instructed multi-state branch personnel on follow-up sales and marketing. * Created the first value-added loan program using a vacation giveaway, not price, to differentiate products from the competition. * Negotiated contracts to sponsor events such as world-class running event and Senior PGA/Baseball Hall of Fame golf event to increase name awareness within the Florida marketplace. * Developed a senior’s checking account adopted corporate-wide; demonstrated a low-minimum balance requirement would still attract high-balance relationships. Show less