Redevelopment & Economic Development Leader

Diana Geerts

Redevelopment Manager Midland Economic Development Division

Midland, Texas 79705 432-***-**** **********@*****.*** Professional Summary

Redevelopment and economic development professional with extensive experience in land regulation, project management, incentive agreements, and contract administration. Proven ability to lead cross departmental initiatives, negotiate development agreements, streamline processes, and present recommendations to leadership and Council. Adept at translating complex legal and regulatory frameworks into clear, actionable plans. Core Skills

• Economic development and redevelopment strategy

• Contract negotiation and management

• Land regulation and zoning

• Project and personnel management

• Policy and procedure development

• Stakeholder communication

• Legal and regulatory compliance

• Budgeting and financial oversight

• Advanced written and verbal communication

• Strategic planning and process improvement

Redevelopment Manager, City of Midland, Economic Development Midland, Texas June 2023 to Present

• Lead planning, coordination, and delivery of high impact redevelopment projects that advance community and downtown goals.

• Draft, review, and negotiate development agreements and related documents with developers and stakeholders.

• Establish and refine procedures and policies for commercial development and incentive compliance.

• Partner closely with Legal, Planning, Engineering, and Finance to align scope, schedules, and approvals.

• Track performance and compliance, and prepare clear reports, proposals, and presentations for City Council.

• Guide zoning and land use recommendations and evaluate tax incentive tools to support strategic investment.

• Coach team members and foster a culture of accountability and service. Senior Economic Development Planner, City of Midland Midland, Texas August 2017 to June 2023

• Managed economic development initiatives and long range planning efforts from concept to adoption.

• Conducted market and financial analyses to support incentive recommendations and project feasibility.

• Built partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to identify opportunities and resolve issues.

• Implemented process improvements that reduced permitting timelines and improved customer experience.

• Prepared staff reports, public presentations, and outreach materials for boards and Council.

• Ensured compliance with zoning, land use, and subdivision regulations. Land and Contract Analyst, EOG Resources Midland, Texas September 2012 to August 2017

• Managed the lifecycle of leases, licenses, rights of way, easements, fee properties, underground gas storage agreements, and transportation agreements including capacity release.

• Interpreted complex legal documents and ensured adherence to contract terms, company standards, and applicable FERC and state regulations.

• Reviewed and processed recurring lease and storage obligations with accurate payments and recordkeeping.

• Negotiated terms and amendments with landowners, producers, attorneys, agencies, and internal teams, and produced concise reports for leadership and counsel.

• Maintained land and contract databases and imaging systems, and tracked approvals, waivers, permits, and certificates of insurance while mentoring contract administrators. Office Manager, ROD Energy Midland, Texas April 2008 to September 2012

• Oversaw office operations, budgets, and vendor relationships to support field activities.

• Drafted contracts and maintained compliance with applicable laws and company policies.

• Led reorganization efforts that improved document control and operational efficiency.

• Provided executive administrative support and supervised the administrative team. Education and Certifications

Bachelor of Applied Technology in Organizational Management and Advanced Technology, Texas State University

CPM, Certified Public Manager, Texas State University Texas Certified Notary

Languages

English, Fluent

Spanish, Fluent

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