Sales Real Estate

ANTHONY J. GUNTER

**** *********** ***** *******, ** 38016

901-***-**** ( *******.******@*****.***

Results-driven business leader with a proven track record of 13+ years of

experience contributing to the advanced performance, growth and

profitability of diverse companies. Leveraging expertise in sales,

marketing, process improvement, operations and financial management, I

excel at aligning all aspects of day-to-day business activities with

corporate goals and objectives. Identify, pursue and secure new business

opportunities to drive revenue and market share growth. Leverage superior

communication and interpersonal skills to cultivate strong stakeholder,

supplier and lender relations. Build and spearhead top-performing teams and

organizations, providing the guidance and support needed to meet and exceed

all business expectations. Core competencies and transferable skills

include:

Strategic Planning ( Sales & Marketing ( Operations Management ( Business

Analysis ( Accounting & Financial Management ( Land Acquisition &

Development ( Change Management ( M&A ( Regulatory Compliance

Communication & Negotiation Skills ( Relationship Building ( HR Management

( Team Leadership & Motivation

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

LEVITT & SONS LLC, Memphis, Tennessee ( 2004-2009

Residential homebuilding and development company; subsidiary of Levitt

Corporation.

Division President (2006-Aug 2008; Aug 08 - Feb 09 IC Bankruptcy

Consultant)

Directed all aspects of business operations for the homebuilder's Tennessee

division. Liaised with local city officials and municipal authorities to

ensure compliance with existing regulations. Negotiated and approved real

estate development contracts. Managed the entire land acquisition,

development and construction process to ensure the on time delivery of top

quality home products. Devised strategic pricing plans in order to maximize

the company's profitability and market share. Developed sales and marketing

strategies to effectively market and sell residential properties.

Instituted divisional policies and procedures to ensure the achievement of

business goals and objectives. Resolved legal matters in collaboration with

in-house and outside counsel. Exercised full P&L management authority over

the annual budget. Supervised 6 executive-level managers, approximately 40

of their direct reports and an external sales staff of 30-40 agents.

Reported to the President and Chairman Emeritus of the parent company

regarding existing construction projects. Presented and secured Investment

Committee approval for new business opportunities.

Financial Highlights:

. Generated the highest gross sales in 3 years after developing and

executing a marketing campaign in Oct 2007.

. Secured net cash gains after simplifying the division's strategy by

implementing cost-effective plans; eliminating costly features and non-

performing products; and shifting focus to smaller offerings and lower

price points.

. Consistently reduced debt and raised extra revenue to provide capital to

the parent company and support division operations despite facing one of

the largest real estate and mortgage crises in US history.

Operational Highlights:

. Shortened the lag time between order to home delivery by streamlining the

pre-production process.

. Successfully developed and implemented an accelerated exit strategy to

increase cash receipts, reduce debt and sell remaining inventory; the

parent company filed for bankruptcy in 2007.

. Retained all staff members throughout the entire exiting process by

skillfully negotiating retention packages.

. Won multiple home show awards and achieved ranking as Memphis Business

Journal's #2 homebuilder in sales and permits in 2006 and #1 in 2007.

Regional Vice President (2005-2006)

Oversaw all business operations for the Memphis and Nashville divisions,

which generated an average of $100M. Collaborated with the Regional

President to prospect for, negotiate and secure new land acquisition

opportunities for expansion into new markets. Led the entire real estate

investment process to secure approval from the Levitt Investment Committee.

Provided strategic business direction to Division Presidents regarding all

aspects of their operations. Reviewed and approved their pro forma

statements, budgets and real estate development projects. Assisted

divisions with negotiating vendor contracts, developing new home products

and establishing product pricing. Handled and resolved all legal matters

for the Tennessee region in collaboration with internal and external legal

counsel. Supervised Division Presidents and Vice Presidents.

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Financial / Operational Highlights:

. Established policies and procedures for all Levitt & Son's divisions

after participating in best practice workshops.

. Minimized the variance of product estimates from 8%+ to less than 3%

while serving as Interim Division President of the Nashville division

during a period of transition.

. Analyzed the performance of the Nashville division and presented plans

for restructuring and liquidation to the parent company; liquidated the

division in 60 days as a result of difficult conditions in the

homebuilding industry.

. Enabled the Memphis and Nashville divisions to win multiple home show

awards in addition to achieving ranking as the leading homebuilders in

the region in 2005 & 2006.

Division Vice President / Regional Financial Business Analyst (2004-2005)

Partnered with the Regional President to identify new development

opportunities and expand business operations into the Nashville markets in

accordance with annual, strategic business plans. Served as a key member of

Land Acquisition Committee tasked with reviewing and approving new

homebuilding opportunities. Analyzed construction project costs and

prepared pro forma statements for new land acquisition and development

initiatives. Drafted profit participation, sub-contractor and joint venture

agreements to secure sufficient borrowing capacity for the execution of

planned construction projects. Managed the entire land purchasing process,

ranging from due diligence and contract preparation, negotiation and

compliance through to entitlement.

Operational Highlights:

. Facilitated the integration of Bowden Homes with Levitt & Sons post

acquisition in 2004.

. Integrated Bowden Homes' accounting systems with Levitt & Sons' financial

reporting systems.

. Successfully adopted Levitt & Sons pro forma models after training with

the CFO and other Levitt Staff.

. Overhauled scheduling systems and eliminated errors after implementing

hand-held mobile devices for updating and communicating daily agendas to

field personnel.

. Earned a company award for outstanding commitment and superior

performance.

BOWDEN HOMES, Memphis, Tennessee ( 1999-2004

Residential homebuilding and development company; acquired by Levitt &

Sons, LLC in 2004.

Division Controller (2002-2004)

Assisted the CFO with directing the Accounting and Payroll departments,

which included assessing and managing enterprise risks in addition to

ensuring compliance with accounting principles, practices and procedures.

Headed financing activities to secure funding for home development

projects. Cultivated strong relationships with lenders to facilitate the

negotiation of credit lines in excess of $100M. Evaluated interest

capitalizations and inventory pipelines; approved payment invoices; handled

account reconciliation activities; and forecasted cash flow. Oversaw the

weekly tracking and reporting of backlog, traffic, sales, starts and

closings for each community, analyzing variances in gross profit margins

for each home unit built. Prepared and presented financial statements to

executive management teams and the parent company. Coordinated annual

audits while serving as a member of the Internal Audit Committee.

Operational Highlights:

. Transitioned the privately owned company to become a subsidiary Levitt &

Sons, a publicly traded organization.

. Enabled full adherence to Sarbanes Oxley regulations after implementing

internal controls to ensure the reliability of financial reporting.

Career Note: Additional employment history includes serving as Assistant

Controller (2000-2002) and Staff Accountant (1999-2000) at Bowden Homes as

well as Purchasing Agent (1996-1999) at Pulaski Bank. Details provided upon

request.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Business Administration

University of Central Arkansas, Conway, Arkansas

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