Belinda Negrón
Summary
Over 30 years of diverse experience in high-tech, real estate development, fundraising, consulting, and design. Proven ability to deliver customized solutions that enhance business operations and drive growth. Expertise in translating business needs into effective system designs and implementing new technologies to optimize existing systems. Committed to continuous learning and applying knowledge to achieve superior project outcomes.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Urban Consulting, LLC
Principal
Boston, Massachusetts
05.2016 - Current
- Collaborated with distressed developers and investors to secure financial resolutions.
- Consulted hard money lenders on distressed properties and funding analyses.
- Conducted assessments of real estate operations to uncover improvement opportunities.
- Guided homeowners through permitting and zoning approval processes.
- Advised clients on legal matters related to business transactions and liability claims.
- Prepared project plans, budgets, and timelines for effective service delivery.
- Provided expertise on local zoning and federal exceptions, including 40B development projects.
Urban Design, LLC
Principal
Boston, Massachusetts
05.2012 - Current
- Collaborated with development team and architects on final design services for commercial and residential buildings.
- Navigated historic and building design review processes prior to plan submissions for approval.
- Generated innovative designs during marketing strategy sessions to enhance project visibility.
Urbaness Real Estate Development, LLC
Principal
Boston, Massachusetts
01.2004 - Current
- Generated over $280 million in sales through luxury urban real estate development.
- Secured over $19 million in investor funding to support future projects.
- Conducted land use analysis and managed permitting processes with zoning, planning, design, and historic boards.
- Collaborated with architects and contractors to ensure compliance with building and landscape designs.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial planning to align resources with project objectives.
- Monitored construction progress to enforce adherence to schedules and specifications.
- Led development projects from site selection through marketing, sales, and occupancy.
IBM
Director of Strategic Alliance
Cambridge, Massachusetts
09.1995 - 03.2003
- Secured one of largest partnerships with Lotus and Nokia for cellphone software.
- Led execution of 45-page prospectus for SmartSuite product line sale.
- Collaborated directly with CFO on multi-year transition from the 1995 friendly takeover of Lotus by IBM.
- Prepared monthly progress reports for CEO Lou Gerstner of IBM, presenting updates to senior management.
- Presented trends and partnership recommendations to senior leadership team.
- Partnered with legal teams on implementation of future royalties and profitability.
Lotus Development Corporation
Venture Capital Division
Cambridge, Massachusetts
06.1992 - 08.1995
- Led a three-person team managing $10 million investment in high-tech dot com companies.
- Negotiated venture capital transaction terms, focusing on deal structure and valuation.
- Developed financial models for investments, utilizing discounted cash flow and various valuation techniques.
- Conducted industry research to identify lucrative opportunities in private equity and venture capital.
- Identified alternative investments, including private equity funds and venture capital deals, maximizing return potential.
Lotus Development Corporation
Sr Financial Analyst
Cambridge, Massachusetts
11.1988 - 06.1992
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop annual operating budgets and strategic plans.
- Analyzed financial data to enhance budgeting and forecasting accuracy.
- Prepared quarterly earnings forecasts considering market conditions and economic indicators.
Lotus Development Corporation
Sr Software Resale Analyst
Cambridge, Massachusetts
06.1987 - 05.1988
- Managed all resale business partners within software industry to enhance collaboration.
- Processed and distributed royalties for all sales of Lotus software products.
- Oversaw relationships with resale partners to ensure compliance with agreements.
Accountant
Lotus Development Corporation
Cambridge, Massachusetts
05.1986 - 06.1987
- Managed financial statements and reporting for Lotus Development Corporation.
- Conducted year-end and monthly accounting closings.
- Collaborated with outside auditors annually to facilitate thorough audits.
Education
J.D. -
Suffolk Law School
Boston, Massachusetts05-1992
Master of Science - Accounting And Finance
Florida State University
Tallahassee, Florida05-1986
Skills
- Presenter for the New England Council of real estate regarding RE development
- Presented at the Harvard Clubs ,Real Estate Investment group regarding the changes in the real estate mkt for 2023
- Presented at high schools on the role of a Women Developer
- Consulted with the Planning Board from a Developers point of view
- Consulted with the Affordable housing group on both conflicting issues holding back affordable development and ideas to increase housing
- Board member of developers representing our perspective and needs to the selectman committee
- Joined with community first responders such as police offering them pre-construction locations to practice drills
Timeline
Urban Consulting, LLC
Principal
05.2016 - Current
Urban Design, LLC
Principal
05.2012 - Current
Urbaness Real Estate Development, LLC
Principal
01.2004 - Current
IBM
Director of Strategic Alliance
09.1995 - 03.2003
Lotus Development Corporation
Venture Capital Division
06.1992 - 08.1995
Lotus Development Corporation
Sr Financial Analyst
11.1988 - 06.1992
Lotus Development Corporation
Sr Software Resale Analyst
06.1987 - 05.1988
Accountant
Lotus Development Corporation
05.1986 - 06.1987
J.D. -
Suffolk Law School
Master of Science - Accounting And Finance
Florida State University