Brenda Elaine Searle-Sung

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Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 pftd8f@r.postjobfree.com

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A poised, polished proven Real Estate Management professional ready to make things happen and create measurable business results. A logical thinker with a unique combination of innovation, commitment and the ability to lead, motivate and influence others. A visionary who can implement complex projects with diverse team members by creative planning and follow through.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Managed large asset portfolio (owner managed and third party) while supervising and building effective teams. Experience includes financial analysis and reporting, budgets, site responsibility, overseeing scheduled maintenance and repairs, day to day operations, marketing/leasing, contract negotiations, successful resolution based crisis/priority management and client relations.

Extensive knowledge in the development process of real estate projects, understanding evaluation methods, right-of-way acquisition, title searching, executing process design and improvements along with strategic planning, feasibility and due diligence analysis, in depth understanding of civil and architectural plans, skilled comprehension of market conditions and participated in site selection

Skilled in effectively obtaining entitlements on multifaceted numerous properties in a timely manner while coordinating with diverse levels of government entities and bureaucracies.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

• Currently, Planning and Zoning Commissioner for the City of Litchfield Park, appointed 9/10 – 3 yr. term

• Currently, Design Review Board / Board of Adjustment Commissioner - City of Litchfield Park, appointed 9/11 – 3 yr. term

• Currently, Board of Appeals Commissioner for the City of Litchfield Park, appointed 11/11 – 2 yr. term

• Experience includes site responsibility for 32 commercial/retail buildings (low to mid-rise, Class A, B, C, and government), 3000 multi-family units, 6 hotels, and 3 mini-warehouse facilities, HUD involvement on several apartment complexes, involved in several rehab projects, managed due diligence services

• For seven years, Forward Planner and Land Development Project Manager

• For five years, Vice President for Benson Properties

• For four years, Senior Financial Analyst

• For four years, Regional Asset Manager

• For four years, Commercial/Facilities Manager

Property Specialist, Crown Castle International Corp., Mar 2012 - present

International Wireless Communications (contract position)

Reviewed applications and real estate documents requiring consents, additional land, and other property restriction impacting customer/tower. Negotiated and obtained the same. Performed all revenue producing services to meet projected goals and targets. Provided current status reports to management and customers on a recurring basis. Reviewed zoning regulations in support of new customers. Managed projects to maximize the portfolio including leasing/selling excess land, site abandonments, negative margin towers, tower relocations and obtaining blanket consents. Communicated with and resolved Property Owner issues, while improving the quality of relationships. Worked with corporate and local attorneys for proactive resolution of property matters. Formulated and understood financial information from projects impacting financials, ground leases and customer license agreements. Resolved all other non-customer impacting real estate matters including condemnations, encroachment claims, easement relocations, tax liens, etc.

Project Manager of Land Development, Qualico Communities, Austin, Texas Mar 2008 – June 2009

US Division of the Canadian National Home Building company, Qualico Group

Managed the development process of 8 residential subdivisions in accordance with approved plans, budgets and schedules.

Liaison between HOA Board of Directors and the HOA Management Co for each community - reviewed financials, approved all ACC requests, annual budgets, reviewed plot plans and architectural plans.

Daily coordination of county officials, inspectors, contractors, surveyors and consultants.

Monitored contractors’ work and dry utility construction for compliance with schedule and workmanship.

Administered bidding, contracts budgets and proformas.

Oversaw development of subdivision park, pool and/or amenity centers.

Delivered developed site for subdivision construction.

Obtained entitlements and delivered presentations to government entities. Obtained right-of-way acquisition and performed title searching.

Project Manager of Planning and Development, KB HOME, Austin, Texas 2006 – Feb 2008

National Home Builder

Managed the development process of 18 residential subdivisions in accordance with approved plans, budgets and schedules. Participated in site selection. Worked interactively with Land Acquisition to assess the feasibility of future land purchases, right-of-way acquisition and title searching. Liaison between HOA Board of Directors and the HOA Management Co for each community - reviewed financials, approved all ACC requests, annual budgets, reviewed plot plans and architectural plans.

Forward Planner, KB HOME South Bay Inc., Pleasanton, CA 2004 – 2006

National Home Builder

Liaison between KB Home and government agencies, coordinated and processed tentative maps, EIR’s, and site developments plans, simultaneously, for multiple projects through to completion.

Project manager of 4 developments in South Bay, 4 major public street improvement projects and 3 city park improvements (from tentative map to completion).

Liaison between HOA Board of Directors and the HOA Management Co for each community - reviewed financials, approved all ACC requests, annual budgets, reviewed plot plans and architectural plans.

Daily coordination of county officials, inspectors, contractors, surveyors and consultants. Administered bidding, contracts budgets and proformas. Managed subcontractors and consultants. Oversaw development and construction of subdivision park, pool and/or amenity centers. Scheduled and participated in municipal inspections to achieve acceptance of improvements.

Participated in site selection. Worked interactively with Land Acquisition to assess the feasibility of

future land purchases, right-of-way acquisition and title searching.

Senior Financial Analyst, KB HOME South Bay Inc., Pleasanton, CA 2001 – 2004

National Home Builder

Reviewed financial statements, prepared the business plan, forecasted cash flow, feasibility studies, budgets, receivables portfolio management, account analysis and calculated commissions.

Recovered $1MM in lost receivables.

Financial Controller/Administrator, UpFront, Inc., Austin, TX 1995 – 2000

Firm was a subsidiary of U2, specialized in concert and special event staging/production worldwide.

Ran daily operations and was responsible for major business decisions that arose during the President’s year long absence. Received a commendation from the President for my effectiveness.

Saved $100,000 in annual premiums with insurance audit; avoided $14,200 in property taxes by reducing property value by $732,000; and reclaimed $10,000 in excess sales tax from vendors.

Experienced managing all phases of project life cycles. Achieved results by defining short and long term objectives and developing plans based on company goals.

Major involvement in locating land, acted as lead project manager working with design teams to develop new campus. Represented company for proposed zoning code change. Reviewed, researched, and performed due diligence. Presented case to local city council and won favorable judgment.

Administrator/Commercial Manager, Martine Properties Inc., Austin, TX 1992 – 1995

Commercial and retail real estate management firm.

Managed multiple projects including HOAs and low to mid rise commercial buildings, retail and industrial.

Participated in due diligence (projections, lease file review, market analysis and site inspection).

Coordinated and monitored all construction/tenant improvements and its impact on a property.

As part of the HR restructuring developed and implemented on-going training programs that included motivation, time management, standardized organization and crisis management skills. Developed employee recognition and acknowledgment programs.

Articulate speaker and writer. Spoken to groups up to 100. Topics included sales, service, community events and staff motivation.

Ensured efficient and professional daily operation of multiple business offices

Regional Finance/Asset Manager, Cleveland, Miller & Associates, Austin, TX 1989 – 1992 Commercial, hotel, retail, condo association and multi-family real estate management firm.

Property managed REO properties in different states that included small hotels, mini-storage warehouses, retail, industrial and multi-family units and low to mid rise office buildings.

Participated in due diligence (projections, lease file review, market analysis and site inspection). Assisted in the leasing and eventual sale of properties.

Coordinated and monitored all construction/tenant improvements and its impact on a property.

Maintained fiscal responsibility for up to $30 million in annual revenues including, but not limited to capital budget planning, forecasts/projections, timely financial reporting, prudent cash management, and accounting.

Rehabbed 160-unit apartment complex from analyzing potential investment, purchase, inspection, bids, rehab work, hired on site staff and lease-up.

Analyzed potential investments and advised principals on cash flow scenarios.

Established detail communications, schedules and resources to accomplish results in daily operations by prioritizing and motivating the efforts of staff under my direction.

Vice President, Benson Properties, Inc., Austin, TX 1982 – 1988

Commercial and multi-family property management and real estate investment firm.

Portfolio included 3,000 multi-family units, 40 residential houses and several low rise office buildings.

Directed on a senior level, daily operations of $122 million in investment properties and more than 100 employees.

Promoted to VP within first six months at Benson Properties because of ability to lead, influenced and motivated others.

Participated in acquisition and due diligence (projections, lease file review, market analysis and site inspection). Coordinated and monitored all construction/tenant improvements and its impact on a property.

By using conceptual thinking and creative problem solving, company went through exponential growth increasing size 200-fold. Maximized productivity, occupancy rates, increased revenues and lowered operating expenses.

EDUCATION/TRAINING

Real Estate License: License# SA641548000 expires 10/31/2013

Real Estate: Arizona Academy of Real Estate & Business -90 HR AZ Real Estate Licensing Course. Arizona

Associate’s Degree: Animal Sciences. Sheridan College, Toronto, Ontario

Certificate: Real Estate I/Real Estate II/Real Estate Finance, Austin Community College

Extensive professional training: property mgmt., land planning and development, sales, business mgmt. and marketing courses

Computer Skills: Microsoft Office, Excel, Quickbooks, AS400, Yardi

ASSOCIATIONS

Planning and Zoning Commissioner for the City of Litchfield Park, AZ – Appointed Sept 2010 – 3 year term

Design Review Board/Board of Adjustment Commissioner - City of Litchfield Park, AZ – Appointed Sept 2011 – 3 year term

Board of Appeals Commissioner for the City of Litchfield Park, AZ – Appointed Nov 2011 – 2 year term

Blue Star Moms of the Southwest Valley – Current President, Charter Member and Executive Board Member. Service organization of Military Moms whose children represent all branches of the Service.

Operation American Patriot - Board Director. Service organization inspired by Senator John McCain supporting veterans and their families past and present.

LD 12 Precinct Committeeman – Maricopa County Board of Supervisors - Appointed September 2011

Event Planning – parties, reunions, meetings, golf tournaments, business functions, weddings

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