Charlie Rankin

Chief Financial Officer at Meet My Neighbor Productions, Inc.
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Goldston, North Carolina, United States, US

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Bruce Butterfield

Charlie is a person of high integrity, experience, professionalism and commitment. He is innovative yet practical, entrepreneurial but also comfortable in a corporate setting, talented yet unassuming and gracious. While an expert in many areas of real estate, his abilities to problem solve and turn around difficult and faltering circumstances are very applicable to many industries and projects across the board. He knows how to prioritize and balance a hard-working professional life with family commitments and community service. There's nothing more genuine than his well-rounded approach to life. To me, this is a most important factor. Having served on the Board of one of Charlie's former companies, I've had first-hand experience in seeing him in action and it is a delight to recommend him and act as a reference.

Bruce Rankin

Charlie is very creative and adept at finding win-win solutions for distressed property and challenging transactions. He listens well and then finds ways to structure deals that optimize both party's interests.

Mary Rankin

You would be hard pressed to find a harder worker then Charlie Rankin. As a family member I may be a bit biased, but it's a true statement when I say that he has an phenomenal work ethic. Though Charlie puts his family first, he always finds a way to give 100% to work. If he doesn't know how to do something, he learns it. I have never seen him not accomplish what he sets his ind to. He is customer focused. He is a model of integrity and upholds high standards... not to mention compassionate, giving and smart. You are missing out if you don't have Charlie on your team.

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Credentials

  • Real Estate Broker
    North Carolina Real Estate Commission
    Aug, 2005
    - Nov, 2024

Experience

    • United States
    • Media Production
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Chief Financial Officer
      • Jul 2019 - Present

      Co-Founder and Producer of Meet My Neighbor Productions, Inc. a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. www.MeetMyNeighbor.org Co-Founder and Producer of Meet My Neighbor Productions, Inc. a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. www.MeetMyNeighbor.org

    • United States
    • Media Production
    • Co-Founder
      • Apr 2019 - Present

      Broadcast Media Marketing & Production, Real Estate Services, General Consulting, and Agricultural Trade. Executive Project Manager with more than 15 years proven experience in problem solving in extremely adverse project conditions. Strategic in planning and staffing large-scale multidisciplinary projects with proficiency in defining project scope, budget, and implementing procedures and systems to maximize operating efficiencies. Also experienced at mixing dynamic technical depth and… Show more Broadcast Media Marketing & Production, Real Estate Services, General Consulting, and Agricultural Trade. Executive Project Manager with more than 15 years proven experience in problem solving in extremely adverse project conditions. Strategic in planning and staffing large-scale multidisciplinary projects with proficiency in defining project scope, budget, and implementing procedures and systems to maximize operating efficiencies. Also experienced at mixing dynamic technical depth and business acumen with team leadership, business development, and complex negotiation attributes. Comprehensive Legal knowledge and perspective of contracts, business disputes, construction contractor malpractice or negligence, and corporate restructuring. Show less Broadcast Media Marketing & Production, Real Estate Services, General Consulting, and Agricultural Trade. Executive Project Manager with more than 15 years proven experience in problem solving in extremely adverse project conditions. Strategic in planning and staffing large-scale multidisciplinary projects with proficiency in defining project scope, budget, and implementing procedures and systems to maximize operating efficiencies. Also experienced at mixing dynamic technical depth and… Show more Broadcast Media Marketing & Production, Real Estate Services, General Consulting, and Agricultural Trade. Executive Project Manager with more than 15 years proven experience in problem solving in extremely adverse project conditions. Strategic in planning and staffing large-scale multidisciplinary projects with proficiency in defining project scope, budget, and implementing procedures and systems to maximize operating efficiencies. Also experienced at mixing dynamic technical depth and business acumen with team leadership, business development, and complex negotiation attributes. Comprehensive Legal knowledge and perspective of contracts, business disputes, construction contractor malpractice or negligence, and corporate restructuring. Show less

    • United States
    • Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
    • Co-Owner Creative Director
      • Jan 2017 - Present

    • United States
    • Ranching
    • Rancher / Co-Owner
      • Sep 2014 - Present

    • Business Consulting and Services
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Consultant
      • Jan 2017 - Apr 2019

      Executive Project Manager with more than 15 years proven experience in problem solving in extremely adverse project conditions. Strategic in planning and staffing large-scale multidisciplinary projects with proficiency in defining project scope, budget, and implementing procedures and systems to maximize operating efficiencies. Also experienced at mixing dynamic technical depth and business acumen with team leadership, business development, and complex negotiation attributes. Comprehensive… Show more Executive Project Manager with more than 15 years proven experience in problem solving in extremely adverse project conditions. Strategic in planning and staffing large-scale multidisciplinary projects with proficiency in defining project scope, budget, and implementing procedures and systems to maximize operating efficiencies. Also experienced at mixing dynamic technical depth and business acumen with team leadership, business development, and complex negotiation attributes. Comprehensive Legal knowledge and perspective of contracts, business disputes, construction contractor malpractice or negligence, and corporate restructuring. Show less Executive Project Manager with more than 15 years proven experience in problem solving in extremely adverse project conditions. Strategic in planning and staffing large-scale multidisciplinary projects with proficiency in defining project scope, budget, and implementing procedures and systems to maximize operating efficiencies. Also experienced at mixing dynamic technical depth and business acumen with team leadership, business development, and complex negotiation attributes. Comprehensive… Show more Executive Project Manager with more than 15 years proven experience in problem solving in extremely adverse project conditions. Strategic in planning and staffing large-scale multidisciplinary projects with proficiency in defining project scope, budget, and implementing procedures and systems to maximize operating efficiencies. Also experienced at mixing dynamic technical depth and business acumen with team leadership, business development, and complex negotiation attributes. Comprehensive Legal knowledge and perspective of contracts, business disputes, construction contractor malpractice or negligence, and corporate restructuring. Show less

    • United States
    • Real Estate
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • President & CEO
      • Jun 2008 - Dec 2016

      Charlie founded Rankin Commercial Properties in June 2008 as a company with a strategic focus on Commercial Property Turnarounds . The company offered asset management and commercial property vender services that provided a tailored package of resources to properties in need of repositioning or restructuring. As Chief Executive Officer Charlie was responsible for supervision of the Executive VP of Operations, Facilities & Construction Director, Multiple Office Directors, and part of… Show more Charlie founded Rankin Commercial Properties in June 2008 as a company with a strategic focus on Commercial Property Turnarounds . The company offered asset management and commercial property vender services that provided a tailored package of resources to properties in need of repositioning or restructuring. As Chief Executive Officer Charlie was responsible for supervision of the Executive VP of Operations, Facilities & Construction Director, Multiple Office Directors, and part of the company's commercial brokerage team. He was solely responsible for Marketing, Business Development, and Legal Arbitration. His Chief Financial Officer responsibilities included raising private equity, venture capital, financing, portfolio and asset management, payroll and compensation, and Trust Account Management. Charlie cooperated with developing effective business plans for tenant and landlord clients needing venture capital and financing solutions. Charlie is a specialist on Distressed Assets and Turnarounds. His experience includes non-performing commercial loan workouts, Chapter 11 restructuring, distressed asset management, formulating and executing exit strategies, property lease ups, alternative use and leasing initiatives (repositioning), managing insolvency proceedings (liquidation), as well as appointment of receivership or debtor in possession assets. He is highly skilled in the areas of problem solving, conflict resolution, and repositioning business models for successful growth. Charlie has worked on numerous teams with external and internal counsel to rewrite or compose commercial leases, resolve business conflicts, zoning and entitlement issues, and to restructure or liquidate assets. He is a strategic thinker with strong legal and business acumen. He has served as an expert witness in the North Carolina Federal Court for Commercial Real Estate topics of property management, solvency and valuations, restructuring plans, and commercial lease structures. Show less Charlie founded Rankin Commercial Properties in June 2008 as a company with a strategic focus on Commercial Property Turnarounds . The company offered asset management and commercial property vender services that provided a tailored package of resources to properties in need of repositioning or restructuring. As Chief Executive Officer Charlie was responsible for supervision of the Executive VP of Operations, Facilities & Construction Director, Multiple Office Directors, and part of… Show more Charlie founded Rankin Commercial Properties in June 2008 as a company with a strategic focus on Commercial Property Turnarounds . The company offered asset management and commercial property vender services that provided a tailored package of resources to properties in need of repositioning or restructuring. As Chief Executive Officer Charlie was responsible for supervision of the Executive VP of Operations, Facilities & Construction Director, Multiple Office Directors, and part of the company's commercial brokerage team. He was solely responsible for Marketing, Business Development, and Legal Arbitration. His Chief Financial Officer responsibilities included raising private equity, venture capital, financing, portfolio and asset management, payroll and compensation, and Trust Account Management. Charlie cooperated with developing effective business plans for tenant and landlord clients needing venture capital and financing solutions. Charlie is a specialist on Distressed Assets and Turnarounds. His experience includes non-performing commercial loan workouts, Chapter 11 restructuring, distressed asset management, formulating and executing exit strategies, property lease ups, alternative use and leasing initiatives (repositioning), managing insolvency proceedings (liquidation), as well as appointment of receivership or debtor in possession assets. He is highly skilled in the areas of problem solving, conflict resolution, and repositioning business models for successful growth. Charlie has worked on numerous teams with external and internal counsel to rewrite or compose commercial leases, resolve business conflicts, zoning and entitlement issues, and to restructure or liquidate assets. He is a strategic thinker with strong legal and business acumen. He has served as an expert witness in the North Carolina Federal Court for Commercial Real Estate topics of property management, solvency and valuations, restructuring plans, and commercial lease structures. Show less

    • Partner
      • Jul 2009 - Oct 2016

      Welch Ventures is a private capital group which purchased condemned commercial real estate assets in McDowell County West Virginia. The group cleaned out, partially scrapped, and repositioned the assets as urban redevelopment opportunities. As a Partner, Charlie was a key decision maker in the strategic direction of the assets as well as a main investor. Charlie's role was primarily as an advisor for the actively engaged Partners. Welch Ventures is a private capital group which purchased condemned commercial real estate assets in McDowell County West Virginia. The group cleaned out, partially scrapped, and repositioned the assets as urban redevelopment opportunities. As a Partner, Charlie was a key decision maker in the strategic direction of the assets as well as a main investor. Charlie's role was primarily as an advisor for the actively engaged Partners.

    • United States
    • Real Estate
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • Commercial Real Estate Advisor and Business Development
      • Nov 2005 - Jun 2008

      Built and maintained a clientele of business owners and key decision makers to cultivate commercial real estate transactions and projects. Negotiated Commercial Real Estate Sales and Leases, advised and assisted clients on tenant up-fits, rezoning requirements, planning, development, lease ups, property positioning, and financing needs. Was a member of an internal senior level corporate team, tasked with the focus of identifying and developing relationships for third party… Show more Built and maintained a clientele of business owners and key decision makers to cultivate commercial real estate transactions and projects. Negotiated Commercial Real Estate Sales and Leases, advised and assisted clients on tenant up-fits, rezoning requirements, planning, development, lease ups, property positioning, and financing needs. Was a member of an internal senior level corporate team, tasked with the focus of identifying and developing relationships for third party Multi-Family Property Management, Construction, Mixed Use Development, and Commercial Property Asset Management and Brokerage Services.

    • Residential Lease Up Specialist
      • May 2005 - Nov 2005

      Assisted with the repositioning and lease up of an underperforming multi-family asset in Chapel Hill, NC. Established a unit by unit pricing model to entice the occupancy of less desirable units while increasing rental rates on favorably located units within the community. Repositioned the property from off campus Under Graduate student housing to Graduate School and Professional level occupants. Exceeded occupancy goals within 4 months while dramatically increasing gross rents. Maintained… Show more Assisted with the repositioning and lease up of an underperforming multi-family asset in Chapel Hill, NC. Established a unit by unit pricing model to entice the occupancy of less desirable units while increasing rental rates on favorably located units within the community. Repositioned the property from off campus Under Graduate student housing to Graduate School and Professional level occupants. Exceeded occupancy goals within 4 months while dramatically increasing gross rents. Maintained occupancy and gross rents through successful property sale.

    • Marketing
      • Feb 2005 - May 2005

      • Marketing and Leasing: Supported a variety of core marketing and leasing initiatives such as: promotional program development and implementation; event management, coordination and/or logistical support. • Development: Assisted real estate development analysts and project management staff with as-assigned tasks, including primary/secondary research and data acquisition to support investment assumptions or analyses; project management support for strategic mixed-use… Show more • Marketing and Leasing: Supported a variety of core marketing and leasing initiatives such as: promotional program development and implementation; event management, coordination and/or logistical support. • Development: Assisted real estate development analysts and project management staff with as-assigned tasks, including primary/secondary research and data acquisition to support investment assumptions or analyses; project management support for strategic mixed-use developments. • Graphic design and production: Provided project-based and ad hoc technical and design support for initiatives such as: print and online collateral design; logo development and/or modification; print and online collateral updates and revisions; advertising and direct mail efforts; organization/maintenance of graphic library. • Analysis: Supported analysis of promotional program impact, market research findings, and investment/development assumptions.

  • Grubb Properties, Inc. & The Koury Corporation
    • Greensboro/Winston-Salem, North Carolina Area
    • Consultant - Lease Up Specialist
      • Apr 2007 - Apr 2008

      Played a key role in implementing a cooperative plan between Grubb Properties and The Koury Corporation to develop and execute lease up initiatives for a mixed use development project in Greensboro, North Carolina. Responsibilities included defining a balanced and interactive tenant mix for retail, office, and residential users. Played a key role in implementing a cooperative plan between Grubb Properties and The Koury Corporation to develop and execute lease up initiatives for a mixed use development project in Greensboro, North Carolina. Responsibilities included defining a balanced and interactive tenant mix for retail, office, and residential users.

    • United States
    • Government Administration
    • 400 - 500 Employee
    • Board Member - Public Art Advisory Board
      • 2007 - 2008

      Provided advice and recommendations to the Town Council and staff on all matters relating to the administration, acquisition, and inclusion of public artworks in the Town of Cary. Specifically Parks and Recreation, New Development, City Streetscapes, and Public Buildings. Reviewed and make recommendations regarding potential projects and assisted staff in drafting a public art ordinance. Advised Town Council and staff regarding implementation of the Public Art Master Plan.

    • Zoning and Development Ordinance Consultant - Committee Member
      • 2007 - 2007

      Tree Preservation, Mass Grading, and Slab Construction Ordinance Committee - Town of Cary Special Committees Provided in-depth Review of the Town of Cary’s Land Development Ordinance (LDO) as it relates specifically to Mass Grading, Tree Preservation, and Slab Construction. Provided the Town Council with a fair and balanced recommendation on mass grading, tree preservation, and slab construction for new LDO policies encouraging development and preservation.

    • Fine Art
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Committee Member
      • 2006 - 2007

      Discovery Committee - Cary Visual Art Research public art artists, artworks, and locations for permanent and temporary exhibitions and installations. Reviewed, evaluated, and researched public art funding requests from private developers and Cary Town Council. Determined whether funding requests are appropriate for the goals of Cary Visual Arts (CVA). Raised funding for public art projects through CVA events and resources. Discovery Committee - Cary Visual Art Research public art artists, artworks, and locations for permanent and temporary exhibitions and installations. Reviewed, evaluated, and researched public art funding requests from private developers and Cary Town Council. Determined whether funding requests are appropriate for the goals of Cary Visual Arts (CVA). Raised funding for public art projects through CVA events and resources.

    • United States
    • Civic and Social Organizations
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Ambassador
      • 2006 - 2007

      Cary Chamber Ambassador - Cary Chamber of Commerce Attended, Hosted, and Volunteered at Cary Chamber of Commerce Functions. Raise Money for the Cary Chamber of Commerce by selling ad space, raffle tickets, event sponsorships, and chamber memberships. Cary Chamber Ambassador - Cary Chamber of Commerce Attended, Hosted, and Volunteered at Cary Chamber of Commerce Functions. Raise Money for the Cary Chamber of Commerce by selling ad space, raffle tickets, event sponsorships, and chamber memberships.

    • Consultant - Business Start-Up
      • Jan 2004 - May 2004

      All-In-One Realty offered a unique service of providing private capital with homeowners in need of credit repair. The company offered real estate brokerage services, investor asset management, and buyer credit repair. As a consultant, Charlie worked directly with a managing partner and assisted with developing a business model and marketing strategy to target prospective home buyers through workshops. All-In-One Realty offered a unique service of providing private capital with homeowners in need of credit repair. The company offered real estate brokerage services, investor asset management, and buyer credit repair. As a consultant, Charlie worked directly with a managing partner and assisted with developing a business model and marketing strategy to target prospective home buyers through workshops.

    • Marketing, Advertising, Event Management
      • 2004 - 2004

      • Increased magazine distribution by 35% through negotiations with high volume businesses. • Advised marketing group on magazine layout, content, and style. • Implemented new magazine publicity ideas. • Developed and maintained client relationships while closing advertising and sponsorship sales • Increased magazine distribution by 35% through negotiations with high volume businesses. • Advised marketing group on magazine layout, content, and style. • Implemented new magazine publicity ideas. • Developed and maintained client relationships while closing advertising and sponsorship sales

    • United States
    • Advertising Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Branding and Nomenclature Consultant - Intern
      • 2003 - 2004

      Assisted Senior Project Manager with Branding and Nomenclature Strategy and Development for Fortune 500 companies. Conferenced with product producers and internal marketing directors to define a project scope. Helped establish a tailored internal work force to collaborate on designing, naming, and branding or rebranding products and services. Conducted market studies and participated in brainstorming sessions. Cooperated and assisted with business development initiatives. Assisted Senior Project Manager with Branding and Nomenclature Strategy and Development for Fortune 500 companies. Conferenced with product producers and internal marketing directors to define a project scope. Helped establish a tailored internal work force to collaborate on designing, naming, and branding or rebranding products and services. Conducted market studies and participated in brainstorming sessions. Cooperated and assisted with business development initiatives.

    • Waterfront Director
      • May 2002 - Aug 2003

      As Waterfront Director Charlie managed the boating and waterfront activities for 2.5 miles of waterfront property and 2 private island on Longlake. He oversaw the training of waterfront instructors specifically the boating staff and worked with the beachfront staff directors to maintain safe swimming areas, equipment, and facilities. He worked closely with the Facilities Director in routine maintenance and storage of 12 sailboats, 3 ski boats, 6 whalers, 2 H-Docks, 3 T-Docks, a boat house with… Show more As Waterfront Director Charlie managed the boating and waterfront activities for 2.5 miles of waterfront property and 2 private island on Longlake. He oversaw the training of waterfront instructors specifically the boating staff and worked with the beachfront staff directors to maintain safe swimming areas, equipment, and facilities. He worked closely with the Facilities Director in routine maintenance and storage of 12 sailboats, 3 ski boats, 6 whalers, 2 H-Docks, 3 T-Docks, a boat house with numerous sail docks, and other waterfront facilities. Charlie was also responsible for regulatory compliance and making sure the camps waterfront facilities and operations are compliant with the American Campers Association. Show less As Waterfront Director Charlie managed the boating and waterfront activities for 2.5 miles of waterfront property and 2 private island on Longlake. He oversaw the training of waterfront instructors specifically the boating staff and worked with the beachfront staff directors to maintain safe swimming areas, equipment, and facilities. He worked closely with the Facilities Director in routine maintenance and storage of 12 sailboats, 3 ski boats, 6 whalers, 2 H-Docks, 3 T-Docks, a boat house with… Show more As Waterfront Director Charlie managed the boating and waterfront activities for 2.5 miles of waterfront property and 2 private island on Longlake. He oversaw the training of waterfront instructors specifically the boating staff and worked with the beachfront staff directors to maintain safe swimming areas, equipment, and facilities. He worked closely with the Facilities Director in routine maintenance and storage of 12 sailboats, 3 ski boats, 6 whalers, 2 H-Docks, 3 T-Docks, a boat house with numerous sail docks, and other waterfront facilities. Charlie was also responsible for regulatory compliance and making sure the camps waterfront facilities and operations are compliant with the American Campers Association. Show less

    • Congressional Intern
      • May 2000 - Aug 2000

      Customer Service, Writing, Communications, Research Customer Service, Writing, Communications, Research

Education

  • Queens University of Charlotte
    BA, Business Admin.
    2000 - 2005
  • Principia Upper School
    Diploma, High School
    1995 - 2000

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