RICHARD A. OGRIN

***** ********* **** **., *******, TX 77079 • (H) 281-***-**** • (C) 281-***-**** • owp6g3@r.postjobfree.com

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

PROJECT DEVELOPMENT EXECUTIVE – REAL ESTATE INDUSTRY

Innovative Solutions/Concepts • Commercial/Residential Design • Maximizing Profitability

Dynamic leader with over 20 years of experience in all aspects of real estate. Expertise in communication skills, problem solving, scheduling, contract negotiations, acquisitions, strategic planning, development, design and construction. Recognized for a team-oriented mentality, ability to learn and adapt to changing environments, and enthusiasm for new challenges. Excellent communicator innately committed to conduct at the highest standards of integrity and professionalism.

HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS

Developed and managed a 450 acre commercial and industrial park under budget and on schedule. Secured a joint venture partner for the infusion of capital. The plan was executed by managing fiscal proformas, venture and governmental communications, design and construction issues, and marketing of the development.

 Succeeded in meeting the projected financial proforma of company and venture partner. The projected financial analysis of the project indicated the most probable return would be $35 M. The first sale was for sites selling for $10 M.

Developed an application for a HUD 202 Affordable Housing Grant and was awarded a grant for the construction and development of a 63 unit Senior Apartment Building. Developed the site and plans for the construction. Led the construction efforts.

 The application was approved by HUD and was selected from other applications to be awarded a $6 M grant. The project was designed and built within budget, on schedule, and rented to qualified senior citizens.

Secured a site for a six story office building, negotiated contracts, managed the design process and contractor selection. Arranged a presentation of the proposed building to a major tenant which resulted in the pre-leasing of an entire floor that was instrumental in securing financing for the project.

 The building was developed on time and within budget, and generated a $1 M profit to the company when sold.

Developed a plan to liquidate a company's nation-wide non producing contaminated assets through communications with known businesses seeking expansion into selected markets.

 Succeeded in liquidating 172 assets within fourteen months for a $21 M infusion of capital back to the company.

Managed the remodeling of a facility by negotiating the relocation of an adjacent building by securing a site and constructing a new building for the owner. Negotiated contracts with architects and contractors and communicated the remodeling process with the existing tenants.

 The facility was remodeled without interruption of the tenants businesses.

Negotiated with a U.S. Congressman in Washington, the first joint venture, for profit in the United States between the National Parks Department and a private development company utilizing federal land. A need existed for an upscale mobile home park on Galveston Island that would service retirees from the north which would afford them medical services from UTMB while visiting Galveston. Met with a U.S. Senator in Washington to propose the project and how to resolve governmental issues.

 The concept developed into a model for other federal lands that were presently undeveloped and not being utilized by the public.

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

METHODIST RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES, The Woodlands, TX 2001 – 2008

Vice President for Project Development

In charge of site acquisitions and dispositions; planning and strategies; new business opportunities; preparation of contracts with architects and contractor; budget preparations; and resolving tax exempt applications.

 Secured building sites, hired architects and contractors and all related subcontractors and agencies.

 Reviewed all legal documents and ensured compliance with regulatory and oversight agencies.

 Supervised architects and contractors, reviewed schedules and budgets.

 Reviewed state agencies inspection reports.

 Communicated project status to the President and Directors.

 Executed leases, reviewed service contracts to achieve scale of group pricing.

ERSHAN INVESTMENTS, INC, Houston, TX 1993 – 2000

President/Owner

In charge of securing income producing assets for clients at discounted prices.

 Negotiated purchase of assets with sellers.

 Visited with companies that may have non producing assets that did not meet their company goals.

CIRCLE K CORPORATION, Houston, TX 1991 – 1993

Central Division Real Estate Manager

In charge of all non performing company assets in the central United States.

 Liquidated all the non performing assets for a maximum price within a three year period.

 Identified purchasers and sold 172 environmentally impacted assets for $21 M which was used for the company's expansion into profitable markets.

J. E. ROBERT COMPANY/NCNB, Houston, TX 1989 – 1990

Vice President/ Senior Real Estate Manager

In charge of creating an accurate data base on each asset and assigning to a properly qualified asset manager.

 Responsible for planning and implementation of the management, marketing and maintenance of assets to maximize the recovery value of bankrupt assets in excess of $100 M in accordance with FSLIC, FDIC and RTC Guidelines.

 Conducted site inspections; identified environmental problems; obtained cost-efficient blanket insurance; and prepared budgets, business plans and financial analysis on each asset for disposition.

PREVIOUS POSITIONS

SOUTHWEST SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, Austin, TX

Real Estate Manager

WILMA SOUTHWEST, INC., Houston, TX

Vice President

Development of Commercial properties

RICHARD OGRIN ASSOCIATES, INC., Houston, TX

President/Owner

Design and construction of custom homes.

EDUCATION AND LICENSURE

Bachelor of Arts in Architecture, Ohio University, Athens, OH

Texas Broker License #305749

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