ARTHUR KOHTZ
*** **** ******, #** ( Akron, Ohio *4313
330-***-**** ( ******@*********.***
REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT / CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Licensed contractor, realtor and degreed engineer with more than 20 years
of combined experience in residential building, land development, and
mortgage banking. Positive communicator, proven leadership, problem-solving
and negotiating skills. Demonstrated success in startup, growth, and cost-
savings initiatives.
Real Estate Development ( Custom Homebuilding ( Property Management (
Construction Management ( Compliance
Team Leadership ( Negotiations ( Sales & Marketing ( Business Development (
Client Relationship Management
Consultative Services ( Operations Management ( Planning & Zoning ( Project
Management
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
HOMEBUYER EXPERTS, Fairlawn, Ohio ( 2009-Present
Exclusive Buyer Agency representing only buyers.
Exclusive Buyers Agent (Licensed Realtor)
Identify new clients through personal referrals and search properties for
existing clients. Propose and negotiate all offers. Sales leader among 4
agents.
. Recently named social chair for the International Referral Network (IRN)
West Akron Chapter.
. Secured new clients and generated $1.5M+ in new business while attending
the University of Akron.
DISTINCTIVE HOMEBUILDERS, INC., Lexington, Virginia ( 2002-2008
Custom home builder and home restoration company.
Founder / President
Managed all operational functions of company. Recruited and managed 10 full-
time employees (tradespeople and office staff). Built and maintained
client relationships. Provided residential real estate development,
building, and management consulting services.
. Established company and grew sales from $0 to $2M+ in custom home and
home restoration contracts in 2 years.
LIFESTYLES DEVELOPMENT CORP., Lexington, Virginia ( 2003-2005
Property management / development corporation.
Founder / President
Managed all aspects of properties. Secured all tenants and evaluated
profiles. Selected and negotiated prices.
. Maintained positive cash flows on all rental properties.
. Secured $375K in equity from capital investments of $54K by leveraging
buying opportunities and effectively negotiating.
THE CONSERVANCY, Rockbridge Baths, Virginia ( 2000-2004
High-end, exclusive community surrounded by open spaces in view of
mountains, meadows, woodlands, and water; encompassed 12 building sites and
110 acres of greenspace - a 187 acre conservation subdivision.
Owner / Developer
Designed and supervised project through completion. Oversaw development of
roads, trail system, storm water management, utilities, bridge
construction, etc. Interfaced with community officials, presented plans,
and negotiated zoning exceptions. Collaborated with engineers on design of
entire infrastructure, including trails, lots, site plan, roads, etc.
Consulted with architects, engineers, land planners, real estate agents,
and marketing consultants.
. Introduced first conservation development to the community; set standards
for future developments in the area.
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THE CONSERVANCY, continued. . .
. Generated $1.2M in equity on a capital investment of $350K.
. Gained specialized knowledge of local laws and regulations.
REAL ESTATE FINANCE GROUP, INC., Jericho, New York (Long Island) ( 1994-
1999
Full service mortgage company.
Founder / President
Managed all facets of operations.
. Grew company from 2 employees / one location to 10 employees across 4
locations (Akron, Ohio, Des Plaines, Illinois, Kingston and Jericho, New
York).
. Grew loan origination from $0 to $40M.
MORTGAGE CENTER, INC., Roslyn Heights, New York (Long Island) ( 1989-1993
Full service mortgage company.
Managing Partner
Oversaw sales team and solicited new clients. Managed sales growth in
Florida and Puerto Rico.
. Expanded company from 3 to 14 employees.
. Grew loan origination from $30M to $100M.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science, Construction Engineering Technology (2011), Dean's
List
Associate's Degree, Sales & Marketing (2007)
The University of Akron, Akron, Ohio
PROFESSIONAL LICENSES
Licensed Professional Contractor-Class A, State of Virginia
Licensed Realtor, State of Ohio
OSHA-Construction Safety & Health
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Social Chair, International Referral Network, Akron West Chapter
United States Green Building Council
Society of Students in Construction
Akron Area Board of Realtors
Ohio Association of Realtors
National Association of Realtors
National Association of Exclusive Buyer Agents
INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE
Germany
Panama
Puerto Rico
ARTHUR KOHTZ
750 Mull Avenue, #8C ( Akron, Ohio 44313
330-***-**** ( ******@*********.***
Dear Sir / Dear Madam:
Having positively impacted a wide range of communities and organizations, I
am now seeking the opportunity to join a company such as yours in a Real
Estate Development and / or Construction Management position.
I recently completed my Bachelor of Science Degree in Construction
Engineering. As a Licensed Professional Contractor offering 20+ years of
versatile industry experience, an additional Associate's Degree in Sales &
Marketing, and a real estate license, I am confident in my abilities to
leverage these qualifications and effectively contribute to your
organization.
Throughout the course of my career, my roles have varied from Managing
Partner and Founder / President to Owner and Developer. A few of my
notable career achievements include:
. Founding and managing a number of successful businesses, including Real
Estate Finance Group, Inc., LifeStyles Development Corp., and Distinctive
Home Builders, Inc.
. Securing new clients and generating $1.5M+ in new business for HomeBuyer
Experts while attending the University of Akron.
. Growing sales from $0 to $2M+ in custom home and home restoration
contracts in 2 years at Distinctive Homebuilders, Inc.
. Maintaining positive cash flows on all rental properties at LifeStyles
Development Corp.
. Introducing first conservation development to the community of Rockbridge
Baths, Virginia; set standards for future developments in the area.
. Growing loan origination from $0 to $40M at Real Estate Finance Group,
Inc.
. Growing loan origination from $30M to $100M at Mortgage Center, Inc.
Please accept this letter and enclosed resume as an introduction to my
skills and credentials. For a more detailed account of my contributions,
feel free to contact me at your earliest convenience to schedule an
interview. Thank you in advance for your consideration. I look forward to
your call.
Sincerely,
Arthur Kohtz