GEORGE H. BENAVIDES
**** *. **** ***** acd1wi@r.postjobfree.com
Glendale, Arizona 85302 623-***-****
Qualification Highly accomplished Business Landman with experience in acquisitions, relocation, title
research, right of way valuation, property tax agent and property management.
Profile
Proven success leading business development efforts, expanding customer base, and
increasing revenue potential within multimillion-dollar organizations.
Skilled in improving customer retention levels within highly competitive markets.
Expertise in real estate including brokerage, asset management, appraisal services,
property assessment, right-of-way agent, community economic development, real property
assessment hearing officer, and contracts writing.
Licensed Real Estate Broker/Property Tax Agent in Texas and Arizona, member of
American Association of Professional Landmen (AAPL).
Master of Arts, Organizational Management (2002)
Education
University of Phoenix – Phoenix, AZ
3 Years Studies of Advanced Real Estate Subjects (S.O.A.R.S.) (1979)
Texas Real Estate Research Center @ Texas A&M University –College Station, TX
G.H. Benavides Consultant Services – Glendale, AZ (2001 – Present; 1993 – 1995)
Professional
B Served on the Arizona State Board of Equalization (SBOE) in Phoenix, Tucson, Prescotts,
Kingman, Florence, and Holbrook, Arizona.
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c Provided consulting services to high profile clientele in Texas and Arizona.
k Handled real estate brokering and appraising responsibilities in Texas & Arizona.
g Played a key role in maximizing revenue levels in competitive markets.
r Finance Consultant to Arizona State Department of Transportation (Right of Way-Excess
o Property Management / Real Estate Analyst) responsible for market research & transaction
u coordination. – 2005 to 2010
n Consultant as a Hearing Officer for Arizona State Board of Equalization (AZ SBOE) –
d Since 2001 (Maricopa Board of Supervisors Appointee to AZ SBOE 2001 to 2004)
Maricopa Community Colleges System – Glendale, AZ (2005)
Glendale Community College / Phoenix College – Glendale, AZ ( 2001– 2005)
Adjunct Professor
Assisted in the development of Real Property Assessment courses.
Maricopa County Assessor’s Office – Phoenix, AZ (1995 – 2001)
Journey Appraiser / Arizona State Certified Assessor, Level II
Established property values on varied land, residential, and commercial properties for
Advalorem tax purposes.
Analyzed information, sales affidavit, and lease agreements submitted by taxpayers,
accountants, investors, attorneys, and tax agents.
Performed advanced research as well as statistical analysis.
Participated in tax appeals relating to retail strip centers, shopping centers, banks,
restaurants, convenience stores, commercial property management, and 100+ apartments
projects.
Identified construction materials and techniques, prepared sketches, read blueprints, and
developed complex narrative reports.
GEORGE H. BENAVIDES
12707 Summerwood Glen acd1wi@r.postjobfree.com
Houston, Texas 77041 623-***-****
Former Appointee – City of Houston Real Estate Appraiser
Affiliations
Former City of Houston Independent School District Appraiser
Former City of Houston Community Economic Development Appraiser
Former Houston Mass Transit Authority Appraiser
Former Harris County Real Estate Appraiser
Former Harris County Housing Authority Appraiser
Former Harris County Flood Control District Appraiser
Former U. S. Small Business Administration – Property Appraiser
Former Member – City of Houston Tax Appraisal Review Board
Former Maricopa County Appointment to Arizona State Board of Equalization
Former Hearing Officer – Maricopa County Board of Supervisors
Former President – Glendale Sister Cities Program (Delicias, Mexico & Memmingen, Germany)
Former Vice-Chair – Glendale Housing Authority
Former Board Member – Maricopa County Board of Equalization
Licensed Real Estate Broker in Arizona and Texas
Licensure
Arizona State Certified Community Colleges Teaching Certificate – Approved Real Property
Assessment Instructor
Arizona Registered Property Tax Agent
American Institute of Real Estate Appraisers
Training
International Right of Way Association
Harris County District Attorney Office – Eminent Domain
Arizona Real Property Assessor State Certification
Symposium; McDonald’s Corporation, Regional Office
CLE International – Eminent Domain Conference (Scottsdale, AZ) May 17-18, 2007
International Association of Assessing Officer Conferences – Integrating GIS & CAMA Systems
(1999 & 2004; 2011at New Orleans, LA & Austin, TX; Phoenix, AZ )
Willbros Engineering INC. – Brownsville Public Utility Board (April 2013 – March 2014)
Additional
E G. H. Benavides Consultant/Good Homes Right of Way Services – Glendale, AZ
m Real Estate Broker/Appraiser – Maricopa County Board of Equalization (MC-BOE)
p Right of Way Finance Consultant – Arizona Department of Transportation (AZ-DOT)
Hearing Officer Consultant – Arizona State Board of Equalization (AZ-SBOE)
l Principal Acquisition Agent/Land Agent – Willbros Engineers INC.
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y State of Arizona Department of Revenue – Phoenix, AZ
m Real Estate Property Appraiser
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n G. H. Benavides & Associates – Houston, TX
Real Estate Broker/Appraiser/Acquisition Agent/Consultant/Special Commissioner
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