Real Estate Manager

SCOTT NOWAKOWSKI

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Grand Rapids, MI 49505

Cell: 616-***-**** Home: 616-***-**** abj8l7@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Deeply experienced and dedicated professional with a proven track record in strategic

development, effective negotiating and decision-making. Outstanding ability to

successfully manage multiple complex real estate projects involving both internal and

external partners. Creative and innovative in new site management approach. Ability to

assess and minimize risk in developing projects. Positive and assertive in meeting project

deadlines and budget parameters. High degree of integrity with strong work and business

ethics.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

North Star Commercial – Grand Rapids, MI Current position

Consultant and broker for commercial property owners and tenants.

EAF – Equity Alliance Fund LLC – Farmington Hills, MI April 2008 - Nov. 2008

Consultant: Strategic planning to identify and evaluate properties suitable for acquisition

and development of commercial shopping centers.

MEIJER, INC. - Walker, MI

Operates 181 retail supercenters throughout Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, Ohio &

Kentucky.

CAREER PROGRESSION

Director of Real Estate 2000-2008

Real Estate Representative, Senior Real Estate Representative,

Real Estate Manager 1985-2000

SELECTED RELEVANT HIGHLIGHTS

- Responsible for the identification, selection, negotiation, administration and

coordination of Meijer’s new store site acquisition activities covering a five (5) state

market. Analyzed the retail markets each site would serve, trade areas, demographics and

competition.

- Compiled and evaluated proforma and key data to determine profitable new store sites.

- Presented oral and written presentations to senior management/decision-makers on

overall markets and specific sites.

- Performed necessary due diligence - identified and assessed all primary risks to the

development process including entitlements, economics and timing.

- Diplomatically represented Meijer at planning and zoning meetings and negotiated

entitlements with various governing agencies.

- Negotiated land purchase agreements. Made significant contributions to Meijer’s

growth and expansion, closing on over 60 new store sites, including shattering the record

for the number of closings (9) in one year, 2006.

- Managed and coordinated project teams including outside consultants such as planners,

engineers and brokers.

- Negotiated and coordinated sale of Meijer Square stores in Cincinnati market; managed

sale and development of excess property owned by Meijer; and, negotiated in-store tenant

leasing.

Property Accountant 1983-1985

- Managed the property accounting processes for Meijer stores, Distribution Centers

and offices.

Accounts Payable Manager 1980–1983

- Managed the resolution of vendor billing issues

EDUCATION

- Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan

Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration, Accounting major, 1980

- NACORE International, Institute for Corporate Real Estate

Master of Corporate Real Estate (MCR), 2001

- Disney Institute, Orlando, FL

The Disney Approach to People Management, 2000

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

- St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church – Master Planning Committee member,

2005-2006

- GRPS North Park Montessori – Special Projects and Fundraising Volunteer,

2003-present

- Circle Theatre – A Seat For Every Child Campaign and Show Producer, 1999-present

- Rockford High School – Athletics Booster, 1992-2004

LICENSURE

Michigan Real Estate Broker’s License # 650-***-****

Excellent references available upon request

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