Experience

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  APG Advisors

  • Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill Area

  • Vice President | Broker-in-Charge of Brokerage Services

    • Sep 2020 - Present
    • Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill Area

    Bringing a new brand to the marketplace. After a decade or more as an affiliate with Colliers, we have transitioned to a new brand known as APG Advisors. It’s a new brand, with the same professionalism and enhanced agility. Clients can expect the same outstanding service with even more tools and geographic reach than ever before.

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  Colliers International

  • Canada
  • Real Estate
  • 700 & Above Employee

  • Vice President | Broker-in-Charge of Brokerage Services

    • May 2018 - Sep 2020

    Maintaining firm's license with approximately 40 licensees according to NC Real Estate Commission standards. Analyze real estate sites and financial situations of local market to keep clients updated on current trends. Negotiate lease terms as well as purchase contracts for clients. Advise clients concerning sales and marketing of their real property.

  • Vice President of Brokerage Services

    • Jul 2016 - May 2018

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  North Wake Commercial Realty

  • United States
  • Real Estate
  • 1 - 100 Employee

  • Broker-in-Charge

    • Jun 2013 - Jun 2016

    Perform supervisory role and administrative duties of real estate office to comply with NC Real Estate Commission. Coordinate marketing, qualify prospects, complete leasing and renewals, demonstrate outstanding problem-solving skills. Also, ensure positive relationships with tenants, staff and vendors.

  • Commercial Advisor / Broker

    • Aug 2008 - Jun 2013

    Generating leads by creating a pipeline of clients through prospecting, follow up, and cold calling. Identifying and acquiring properties that meet the growth strategies of client. Manage sales territory covering multiple counties; composing market trends and data for investors. Perform property evaluations, analysis, and comparable sales reports. Maintain knowledge of real estate law, zoning, local economies, and various types of commercial financing options.

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  V.D.O., Inc.

  • Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area

  • Business Developer & Owner

    • Sep 1995 - Oct 2011
    • Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area

    Created a business plan and developed a retail company in the entertainment industry. Conducted site acquisitions for company by identifying and acquiring land/retail space that meet growth strategies. Negotiated product contracts with both national and local suppliers for retail placement. Managed company retail facilities and conducted site visits. Directed all hiring and training of managers and responsible for 50 sales associates to sell a variety of merchandise in multiple markets. Administered $1.5 million budget and approve monthly buying plans to insure company profitability. Developed sales strategies and crafted solutions to drive revenue. Consistently increasing same store sales over the previous year.Company was nominated for Independent Retailer of the Year in 2002.

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  Keller Williams Realty

  • Buyer's Representative and Sales Agent

    • Aug 2006 - Aug 2008

    * Exceeded $2 million in gross sales for team within first seven months.* Pursuit of new business opportunities and successfully closing 90% of transaction in a timely manner.* Team player with competitive spirit on one of the top producing teams in the Raleigh area.

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  Jersey Mike's Subs

  • Franchisee Operator/Owner

    • Oct 1996 - Jan 2000

    Opened new market for restaurant franchise with site selection and store build-out. Negotiated lease and managed construction budget as well as directed store fit-up. Hired and trained sales staff. Purchased and managed weekly inventory to aid in lowering the cost of goods which increased the total profitability of the company. Developed sales strategies and crafted solutions to increase revenues over $300,000 annually. Monitored fulfillment of contract terms to ensure that they were handled in a timely manner.