Senior leader with a focus on operational excellence and results-driven strategies. Proven ability to solve complex problems and make informed decisions that enhance team performance. Extensive experience in transaction and project management, with a track record of exceeding client expectations and achieving project goals. Recognized for driving operational efficiency and fostering collaboration across departments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Director, Corporate Real Estate
NATIONAL RAILROAD PASSENGER CORPORATION (AMTRAK)
Philadelphia
01.2021 - Current
Led a team of 14 direct reports, managing all real estate services for railroad operations in U.S. and Canada.
Oversaw training, development, and management of real estate managers and support staff.
Managed facilities and real estate activities, including 530 stations and over 6 million square feet of maintenance, warehouse, and yard facilities.
Directed transaction management and developed negotiation strategies for lease and sale/purchase agreements generating $20 million in annual revenue.
Prepared and managed $65 million annual budget for real estate lease expenses.
Oversaw $2 million annual budget for operations, ensuring efficient resource allocation.
Graduated from Leadership Excellence and Development (LEAD) II program in 2024.
Director, Real Estate Development
NATIONAL RAILROAD PASSENGER CORPORATION (AMTRAK)
Philadelphia
01.2018 - 01.2021
Appointed to Recovery and Transformation leadership council, overseeing 20-member Future Worksite unit for COVID-19 safety program across approximately 1,000 worksites.
Led Logistics Facilities Coordination subunit of COVID-19 Incident Response Team; established Site Coordinator program to execute organizational response plans.
Graduated from inaugural Leadership Excellence and Development (LEAD) program in 2019.
Received 2021 CEO Circle Award for outstanding contributions.
Attorney, Real Estate and ADA Group
NATIONAL RAILROAD PASSENGER CORPORATION (AMTRAK)
Philadelphia
01.2015 - 01.2018
Served as counsel, advising on real estate and ADA issues, and managed internal administration, enabling the successful completion of 150+ station improvement projects, achieving ADA accessibility for all passengers, and improving customer service scores.
Worked on cross-departmental teams to develop policies and procedures to decrease workflow bottlenecks and improve the turnaround time of document preparation requests by 80%.
Engaged a cross-functional team to process map and improve project processes to cut down on internal response time by 30%.
Collaborated with colleagues to develop effective solutions to complex legal issues.
Attorney
SHERMAN, SILVERSTEIN, KOHL, ROSE & PODOLSKY, P.A.
Moorestown
01.2004 - 01.2015
Closed annual average of $100 million in loan, commercial, and real estate development transactions for diverse clients.
Represented developer clients in land use, planning, and zoning proceedings.
Reviewed client contracts for accuracy and compliance with relevant regulations.
Provided legal advice on various corporate and business matters.
Conducted thorough due diligence investigations for developers and business clients in real estate and corporate transactions.
Coached junior attorneys on legal procedures and techniques specific to real estate practice.
Developed and implemented the Workplace Wellness and Events Committee to foster employee engagement.
Promoted to Partner in January 2009.
Recognized as New Jersey Super Lawyer Rising Star in Real Estate during multiple years (2008, 2009, 2010, 2012).
Various Volunteer Roles (Board Director, Vice President, Treasurer, and Chair of Facilities and Real Estate Committees)
SOUTH PHILLY FOOD CO-OP
Philadelphia
01.2012 - 01.2020
Negotiated and managed $500K contracts for vendors and consultants during fundraising and operations.
Led a six-member team to oversee development and outfitting of community grocery store.
Prepared annual operating budget and financial reports; assisted with tax filings.
Signed and approved budgets for new funding and program initiatives.
Collaborated with five-member team to revamp organizational strategy, securing site and boosting engagement.
Developed job descriptions while screening, interviewing, and hiring six professional consultants.
Volunteer Attorney
SUPPORT CENTER FOR CHILD ADVOCATES
Philadelphia
01.2004 - 01.2018
Represented the best interests of abused and neglected children in the City of Philadelphia; established and maintained positive relationships with children, parents, caretakers, and service providers; provided consistent advocacy for, and monitoring of, social services; mediated with city agencies and social workers for client-specific care and services.
Received the 2016 Distinguished Child Advocate Award.
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Temple University - Fox School of Business
Philadelphia, PA
01.2017
Juris Doctor -
Pennsylvania State University - Dickinson School of Law
Carlisle
01.2001
Bachelor of Arts - English/Pre-Law
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PA
01.1998
Skills
Real estate law
Transaction management
Budget management
Client and executive relations
Negotiation skills
Strategic planning
Operations management
Cross-functional team leadership
Process improvement
Leasing expertise
Sales strategies
Acquisition management
Financial planning and analysis
Project management
Portfolio oversight
Timeline
Sr. Director, Corporate Real Estate
NATIONAL RAILROAD PASSENGER CORPORATION (AMTRAK)
01.2021 - Current
Director, Real Estate Development
NATIONAL RAILROAD PASSENGER CORPORATION (AMTRAK)
01.2018 - 01.2021
Attorney, Real Estate and ADA Group
NATIONAL RAILROAD PASSENGER CORPORATION (AMTRAK)
01.2015 - 01.2018
Various Volunteer Roles (Board Director, Vice President, Treasurer, and Chair of Facilities and Real Estate Committees)
SOUTH PHILLY FOOD CO-OP
01.2012 - 01.2020
Attorney
SHERMAN, SILVERSTEIN, KOHL, ROSE & PODOLSKY, P.A.
01.2004 - 01.2015
Volunteer Attorney
SUPPORT CENTER FOR CHILD ADVOCATES
01.2004 - 01.2018
Master of Business Administration -
Temple University - Fox School of Business
Juris Doctor -
Pennsylvania State University - Dickinson School of Law
Senior Manager, Procurement, Maintenance of Equipment, Modifications and Programs at National Railroad Passenger Corporation, AmtrakSenior Manager, Procurement, Maintenance of Equipment, Modifications and Programs at National Railroad Passenger Corporation, Amtrak
Bridge and Building (B&B) Railroad Foreman at National Railroad Passenger Corporation (AMTRAK)Bridge and Building (B&B) Railroad Foreman at National Railroad Passenger Corporation (AMTRAK)